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When did you know that Amway was the right
business for you?
I had been at the university for seven years with no
degree, majoring in vocal music education. In six
months with Amway we were making more money part
time than I would ever make full time as a teacher.
We knew nothing else would provide us this kind of
money and this kind of freedom.
What obstacles did you have to overcome?
The biggest obstacle was us … and how we reacted to
people who were cranky or difficult or obstinate. We
had to battle to keep ourselves positive and focused
while building our business … and not allow
ourselves to get distracted or discouraged.
What do you wish you had known in the early days?
That it was my job to offer the opportunity to help
people succeed … rather than to get them to take it.
We wasted too much time trying to get people who
didn’t want to dance onto the dance floor.
What are your top three secrets of success?
Be optimistic; feed the positive power inside. Be
consistent; keep making deposits and know it will
pay off eventually. Be connected; have confidence
and trust in your upline because they can help you
succeed.
Who has been a major influence or role model?
At home, my parents. They were stable people who
provided a great influence. At work, Rich DeVos and
Jay Van Andel. They taught the power of taking
charge, solving problems, and not belly-aching about
circumstances.
What are your favorite recreational activities?
I’m all about cycling. I ride a couple hundred miles
a week, as I have for 25 years.
What are you most grateful for?
One, spiritual blessings. Two, my amazing wife,
Terry, and my family. Three, economic opportunity to
start from nothing and build a business.
What advice would you give IBOs who are just
getting started?
Get started! Too many people just start waiting …
you have to DO the things that create success.
What was your most memorable experience as IBOAI
chair?
Contributing to the 50th anniversary celebrations of
Amway. I felt honored and obliged to make it a
wonderful year.
Thanks for a great year, Bob!
Copyright 2010.
Source: March 2010 Achieve® magazine. Reprinted
with permission.
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