the process of becoming - Arbonne

E Y E O N A R B O N N ETHE PROCESSOF BECOMINGLife is the process of becoming.I discovered this as a nursing student and have thought of it oftenthroughout my life. When I finished nursing school and started my professionas a pediatric nurse, I thought I had fulfilled my journey. Caringfor children and their families was a passion of mine, and I loved mycareer. Little did I know that I had not yet arrived and would continueto grow throughout my life, embarking on a new, unexpected journeywith Arbonne.In October of 2005, I attended an Arbonne gathering at my sister,Melissa Dykstra’s home. NVP Jammi Sivadon, a friend of my brotherKyle’s, had traveled from the Tulsa, Oklahoma area to introduce us toArbonne. While I consider myself to be a major product consumer, Ihad never heard of Arbonne, so I was instantly intrigued. I loved theNutriMinC ® RE 9® sample that I tried and felt that it was on par or superiorto the European products I had used previously. I started to sharethis discovery with all of my friends. Before long, I was continuing my“process of becoming” by adding an Arbonne business to my life.Balance has always been extremely important to me. While growing myArbonne business, I have continued to be a part-time nurse. I have alsoenjoyed unbelievable experiences in watching my son, Luke, completehis division one football career with the University of Northern Illinois. Ihave spent priceless time with my daughter, Kaitlyn, as she graduatedfrom high school and started college. I balance faith, family, friendships,fitness, travel – many of the things that are so important to me. BecauseI have learned to prioritize, I continue to grow my business and keep ontrack with all the other aspects of my life, keeping my passions vital andkirsten biondiIndependent Consultant, Regional Vice PresidentKirsten Biondi Region; Sioux Falls, SDso keeping the process of becoming vital. Time management has beensomething that has been crucial for me to master. My advice is to get agood planner, schedule it all in, and stick to it!What I have enjoyed most about Arbonne is the relationships I havebuilt and strengthened. My sister and I both have busy families, and wehave appreciated our time together. Building to Region is about creatingrelationships and is a team effort. I have become close friends withthe women on my team and love sharing this journey with them.continued ...Kirsten with Luke and Kaitlyn.Kirsten with Kaitlyn, Luke and Stan after a Northern Illinois University football game.

success strategy:Serve others, believe inyourself and appreciate theblessings of the journey.Before Arbonne, I never thought of myself as a businesswoman or aleader. I have always been a follower and have had no problem stayingin the background. Now, I see myself in a different light. I am soblessed to lead a tremendous team. It is a joy for me to focus on myteam while continuing to share Arbonne with new people. My Arbonnebusiness, in addition to nursing, has truly become part of my identity. Icontinue to grow personally every day, and even though you may thinkbecoming an RVP is an end destination, having made it there I knowthat I will continue in “the process of becoming.”To NVP Jammi Sivadon: Thank you for sharing your belief and visionwith us. You have such a caring heart for your team. We are inspiredby your training and your passion. It is so appreciated!To my sister, ERVP Melissa Dykstra: I truly would not be where I amwithout your unwavering love, support and understanding of me. Youare the ideal picture of a servant leader and so deeply care for me andour entire team. The best little sis’ and upline ever!To RVP Kay Husman: The best crossline a girl could have! We arenursing buddies, we have raised our families together, and now herewe are – RVPs! Your friendship will continue to be one of the biggestblessings of my life.To AM Cheryl Raysby-Park and AM Karla Hybertson: Thank you forbelieving in me and for making the transition from our medical team toour Arbonne team! It has been great to grow our friendships and seeeach of you stretch yourselves in this journey.To AM Tiffany Herzog: You are a natural leader and have inspired mewith your professionalism and your belief. You are going to the top!Your friendship has been one of the unexpected gifts that Arbonnehas brought to me. There will be many incentive shopping trips inyour future!To AM Lindsey Valiulis: What can I say about the rock star leader ofour Illinois team? You have blown me away with your ability to take thisopportunity and run with it. There are great things in your future, and Iam unbelievably blessed to share this crazy journey with you and yourteam. As EDM Tiffany Leslin would say, “You rock!”Leaders of the Illinois team at Kirsten’s Mercedes-Benz car presentation.Kirsten with DM Jody Niemann, AM Tiffany Herzog and DM Teri Cerny at NTC2007 Las Vegas.To my District Managers, Teri, Jody, Phyllis, Sharese, Barb, Lisa, Tiffany,Angela, Devon, Emily, Kathryn and Nikki: You are the foundation of ourteam, and I am so proud of you. Thank you so much for your efforts andfor dreaming big and making it happen.To my dear friend, Jana Thompson: My first Consultant, my best consumer,the eternal hostess of group gatherings, and a true believer in allthat this could be. Thank you for your amazing support and love for theEngel girls. There just are not words to express my appreciation.To mom and dad, Larry and Gloria Engel: Thank you for your love,belief, and for all of the Arbonne orders. I so appreciate your behindthe-scenessupport.To my husband, Stan Biondi: Thank you for your understanding as Ihave continued in the “process of becoming.” It is so nice to have thelove of my life, my accountant, and my advisor – all wrapped up in onesharp-looking Italian man.To my children, Luke and Kaitlyn: You are the greatest gifts of my life. Iam so proud of each of you for who you have become. I cannot tell youhow much joy you have given me, and I thank you for understandingand supporting me in this venture.Top: L–R: AM KarlaHybertson, AM LindseyValiulis, Kirsten, AM CherylRaysby-Park and AM TiffanyHerzog.REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENTThe testimonials in this story reflect the actual experience of an individual, are anecdotal only, and may be atypical.Left: Kirsten with sister,RVP Melissa Dykstra.EYE ON ARBONNE |JUNE 2007