My Story
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"And suddenly, you know. It's time to start something new and trust the magic of beginnings!"
I first discovered Scentsy around 2009 at my sister’s home party. I was excited to try these new “wickless” candles I had been hearing about! The products are simple, beautiful pieces of art for your home. Plus, they are much safer than candles (no open flame or soot) which is perfect if you have pets or children. I love for my home to smell amazing and the glow of a candle is what I call my “momma happy hour.” So when we moved to North Carolina, I got together with my friend to get some new bars! We started talking about me joining Scentsy. And that was when I knew this was something I should try. I wanted to a hobby, meet new friends, and get product at a discount! I was SO excited about my new journey!
But to be honest, I was wondering how she convinced me - I didn’t know what I was doing… Was she crazy..or was I? ;) The night before, I was on the phone with my mother in law (she went with me to the first home party!) and I was letting her know my concerns. She asked me "What do you have to lose?!" So on September 1st, 2011, I started my journey with Scentsy! I went over to my friend’s house and as we went over our guide with the awards Scentsy offers - I told myself I wanted to reach for these goals and prove to myself that I could do it and started planning right then!
When my starter kit came in, I was like a kid on Christmas morning opening up all of the testers and the catalogs! I ended up selling $500 within my first 15 days & earned our Shooting Star award (first goal). I even had my first team member sign up around this time! But I wasn't trying to build up my team - this was just my hobby...Or so I thought!
I had my first home party on September 26th, 2011 back home in South Carolina. My family and friends were there to support me on the start of my new business. And of course to see the new catalog! Even though it was with people I knew, I was super nervous because I had never done anything like Scentsy before. Everyone had a blast smelling the testers and talking about all of the new product!
My next goal - Scentsational Start. I remember that I kept shooting for Level 1 and 2. My director asked me "Why short yourself - shoot for Level 3!" That was exactly what I was doing, selling myself short! So on my 70th day, I earned Scentsational Start Level 3. I had $2500 in sales and 6 team members within my first 70 days of joining. And I tell you this because I started only for a hobby and new friends! I wasn’t planning on doing much more than that. This was super exciting to me to be able to share a product that I love with my friends and family. Plus, those goals I wrote out? I was reaching them!
We then found out we were expecting our first baby in November 2011! With Bryan’s schedule, there was NO way anyone would hire me. Plus, I would just be handing my paychecks over to daycare which was what I didn’t want. So I decided that I would focus my little hobby to a little business instead.
In my first 6 months, I hit SuperStar Consultant. And in my first year, I hit Director - one of my goals that I had from day 1, but never imagined reaching. See ya later comfort zone! :) Two more goals down!
In July 2013, I attended my first Scentsy Family Reunion (convention) in Indianapolis, Indiana. I knew I wanted to better my business and become even more successful. This was a HUGE boost to my business. My favorite part about our events are soaking up all the information I can for my business, AND I also get to spend time with some of my closest friends; most of them are friends that we wouldn’t get to see otherwise being stationed all over, and making new friends!
If you have read this far - whew! Thank you for sticking with my novel! ;) Almost done - promise!
My motivation comes from myself, my team, my love for this company, and all that Scentsy does for their consultants as we grow everyday! It amazes me that after just 20 years, how many lives - including mine - it has changed. Scentsy remains a shining star, growing and setting a new standard every day. The company continues to present new and exciting products & opportunities. We are now taking over the world by expanding and are currently in 14 countries! I knew that with this company that I had potential to be successful! My journey with Scentsy is only just beginning and I encourage anyone who has even thought about it - don't make excuses to wait until tomorrow, next week, or next month! Your opportunity is knocking so open the door & let me help you do it! I am proof that it is possible the sky is truly the limit - reach for it with me! I cannot tell you enough how much of a blessing Scentsy has been to us these past 12 years! I am so thankful to be able to help contribute financially for my family and not give my entire paycheck over to daycare. Looking back to 2011, I don't know how my friend got me to join - but I can tell you one thing, not once have I looked back & regretted my decision. Nor did I imagine any of what I have accomplished was possible. Plus, the friendships I have made make it that much sweeter!
Your story begins today...
Awards/Promotions:
Shooting Star Award: September 2011
Promoted to Certified Consultant: September 2011
Monthly Mentor Award: October 2011
Promoted to Lead Consultant: October 2011
Top "Group" Recruiter for D2R: October 2011
Scentsational Start Level 3: November 2011
Promoted to Star Consultant: November 2011
Promoted to SuperStar Consultant: March 2012
Promoted to Director: November 2012
Shooting Star Trainer Awards: Scentsy
Shooting Star Trainer Awards: Grace Adele
Shooting Star Trainer Awards: Velata
Monthly Sales Awards
Director Consistency Bonus x2
Promoted to Star Director: September 2015
Promoted to SuperStar Director: May 29th, 2020
Business Analysis Report(BAR) Certified: May 2021
Earned Incentives:
Cancun, Mexico - January 2015
Cozumel, Mexico - January 2016
Disney World - June 2016
Disney World - June 2021
SFR Salt Lake City - June 2022
Western Caribbean Cruise (Bahamas, Jamaica & Haiti) - April 2023
Incentive Luggage - January 2024
Speaking Engagements:
World Tour - Raleigh, NC February 2016
World Premiere - N. Charleston, SC February 2017
Where I have traveled:
Richmond, Virginia (Spring Sprint 1)- February 2012
Charlotte, North Carolina (Spring Sprint 2) February 2013/2014
Indianapolis, Indiana (Reunion #1) - July 2013
St. Louis, Missouri (Reunion #2)- July 2014
Fayetteville, North Carolina (World Tour 3) - February 2015
Fort Lauderdale, Florida /Cozumel Mexico (Incentive) - January 2016
Raleigh, North Carolina (World Tour 4) - February 2016
Boise/Meridian Idaho (Director Boot Camp #30) - April 2016
Disney/Orlando Florida(Incentive) - June 2016
Nashville, Tennessee (Reunion #3) - July 2016
New York City, New York (Leadership)- January 2017
North Charleston, South Carolina (World Premiere 5) - January 2017
Kansas City, Missouri (Reunion #4) - July 2017
New Orleans, Louisiana (Leadership) - January 2018
Charlotte, North Carolina (World Tour 6) - February 2018
Anaheim, California (Reunion #5) - July 2018
Raleigh, North Carolina (World Tour 7) - February 2019
Hilton Head Island, SC
(SWIRL Leadership Retreat) - September 2019
Raleigh, North Carolina (World Tour 8) - February 2020
Virtual SFR 2020 (#6) and 2021 (#7)
Disney World Incentive Trip June 2021
SuperStar Director Summit - Boise, Idaho September 2021
SuperStar Director Disney Institute Training - Orlando, Florida April 2022
Scentsy Family Reunion #8 - Salt Lake City, Utah June 2022
Raleigh, North Carolina (World Tour 9) - February 2023
Western Caribbean Cruise (Bahamas, Jamaica & Haiti) - April 2023
Scentsy Family Reunion #9 - Charlotte, NC July 2023
Fayetteville, North Carolina (World Tour #10) - February 2024
SuperStar Director Summit - Boise, ID April 2024
Scentsy Family Reunion #10 - Orlando, FL July 2024
Up next:
Scentsy World Tour #11- Early 2025
Scentsy Family Reunion #11 - Minneapolis, MN July 2025
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