This email was forwarded to me by a blog reader the other day. It may be of assistance to some individuals, so I'll share it here.
We were a part of what I'm learning to be a smaller and less well-known team in our region. Many Amroids have come across me since I first joined and they have always appeared to be members of N21, BWW or WWDB; I am not sure if our group was a member of any of these organisations. We were members of an organisation known as the UR Association. I feel that our group was adopted, either by Dexter Yager's organisation or from his organisation, years ago, as a result of some unstated concerns inside our upline. It's never been communicated to us in full or in a proper manner. In any case, my upline usually had CDs from a variety of organisations' training systems, and we bought them all. This was partly due to our refusal to sign up with URA and partly due to the fact that we just did not have the funds to pay that type of monthly cost. We weren't on Kate's side either as a result of this. Almost four years ago, when my significant other (SO) and I first started working together, we were typical for this industry: broke, unemployed, and young. We went through the motions of coming out to the meetings as guests for free, visiting various product expos, and so on, until one day it became necessary for us to pay to attend the regular open meetings (which we were still appraising at the time) in order to be guests. We made the mistake of thinking, "Well, we might as well sign up then!"
Looking back, we can see that all of the warning flags were there for us to observe from the beginning. After we were admitted, our uplines group began to disintegrate gradually. Since I joined, I don't believe I've ever witnessed his organisation expand or progress in any way. I was told about the glory days that had occurred just a few months before, when there were over 100 members in his group attending activities, all of the pin levels on his team, and all of the awards and recognitions that they had won, among other things. The fact that he was in decline when we arrived didn't bother us because the situation was dismissed as "normal" and that "some will, some won't; so what; some where; six will," and that we should "stop whining and start working." We also attended a huge Family Reunion shortly after officially enrolling, and once again, the indications were always there, but we simply didn't recognise them since they were so subtle. The function we attended was the largest gathering of our upline Diamonds organisation that we had ever witnessed. Our open meetings gradually became smaller, and we were forced to raise ticket prices in order to "cover the expense of the room." It changed from having an open meeting every two weeks at a cost of $5 to having an open meeting once a month for a cost of $10. Over the years, it has also changed places, moving from one hotel conference room to another, and is currently held in the lobby of a condominium building on the first and second floors, respectively (I believe there is still a cost incurred)
Another CD that we were always eager to listen to was one by a young diamond from the United States, who had established a significant chunk of his organisation in Hawaii and the western states of the country. He's young, humorous, and relatable, and as a result, he's a surefire hit with our young group of friends. He does note on his CD that the one "bad thing that can be found online about Amway is that we allegedly make all of our money through books and CDs," but he does not elaborate. It was something along the lines of “...like that was a negative thing...” that he continued to go on about. Consider this: when you achieve achievement in something, what is the first thing you do to celebrate? Is golf, or any other sport, a legitimate business? Do you not create a book, record a CD, and participate in public speaking events?!" Which, of course, makes sense when you look at it from another angle, so we never really questioned what we were told. We remarked to ourselves, "Wow, these people are completely honest about it!" There isn't much else to say at this point because, as I previously stated, many of your posts were absolutely correct in their assessments of what is currently taking place. Everything: the mind games, what the uplines say, what is stated at the openers, everything. The maximum PV that my SO and I could generate was, I believe, 300/400 PV and 200 PV. AT THE TIME OF THE EXAM, SO had a little larger group (we were growing it independently) with perhaps 5-6 downline at its height, while I had a maximum of 2. Our involvement has lasted four years without yielding any outcomes. In spite of the fact that we had no money for monthly subscriptions to books and CDs, we were essential. We did everything we could to obtain the required 50/150 ratio; we used all of the products and pushed them relentlessly. We attempted to contact them on a consistent basis and displayed plans whenever we were able. We listened, we read, we attended all occasions, we were accountable, we were honest, and the only thing we lacked was Kate's presence. However, there were never any results. Our PV never exceeded 300-400 despite the fact that each of us had the maximum quantity of downline available to him or her. It just wasn't going to happen. During the time since we stopped, I have acquired a new(er) car, a 2010 Top Trim model. We have also saved enough money to travel on an all-expenses-paid trip to a destination of our choosing, which we paid for in cash. In order to make the most of our time there, we spent as much money as possible on gifts for our friends and ourselves. In addition, we intend to take more vacations in the upcoming year.
There are little details here and there im sure i could mention about the really crazy BS we've been through, but perhaps another time :) we're in a phase right now of not thinking about it or dealing with it.
Thank you for taking the time to read this!
"Anon"
An anonymous Amway testimony can offer a window into the experiences and points of view of a person who has been involved in the business while preserving their identity and maintaining their privacy at the same time. The following is a summary of the various things that could be mentioned in an anonymous Amway testimony:
The choice to become a member: It's possible that the individual will begin their testimony by explaining the thought process that led them to join Amway in the first place. It's possible that the ability to work for themselves, along with the promise of financial independence, was what drew them in.
The instant elation that was felt: When the individual joined Amway for the first time, they probably experienced feelings of excitement and hope, similar to those experienced by many other IBOs. They may have participated in activities and gatherings, where they were inspired by the energy and optimism of other IBOs. This may have been the case.
The reality check: On the other hand, as they began to put more time and money into the firm, the unknown person may have come to the conclusion that it was not as simple or uncomplicated as they had previously believed it to be. It's possible that they had trouble making sales or recruiting new IBOs, and that as a result, they felt pressured to devote even more time and money into the company.
The testimonial may also discuss the influence that Amway had on the individual's personal life and how it was affected by the company. They may have had the impression that they were always working or thinking about the business, and they may have found it difficult to strike a balance between their Amway activities and other commitments, such as those related to their jobs or their families.
The individual may describe feeling frustrated or disappointed with the financial outcomes of the firm, which has the potential to have a significant influence on the business. It's possible that they put a large amount of time and money into the company, but they didn't receive the return on investment that they wanted.
The testimony might also focus on the pressure to conform to a particular set of views or practices inside the Amway society. This could be something that comes up during the testimony. It's possible that the person believed that in order to be successful in the company, they needed to adopt a particular mindset or take part in particular activities.
The conclusion that we should depart: It's possible that the mystery person made the choice to walk away from their Amway business in the end. It's possible that they didn't feel like it was a good fit for them, or that they weren't seeing the outcomes that they had hoped for. Both of these things might have contributed to their decision. It's possible that some of the strategies or routines that other IBOs employ left them feeling disillusioned as well.
In general, an anonymous Amway testimony has the potential to provide a helpful and insightful viewpoint on the experiences of someone who has been involved in the business. It is essential to keep in mind that no two people will ever have the exact same experience, and that there are a lot of different things that can lead to either success or failure in the Amway industry.
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