Multivitamins For Healthy Aging
Posted on March 8, 2012 at 1:08 pm in Newsletters
Multivitamins are known for many health benefits and helping the body to function optimally. They are the most popular dietary supplement, used by a third of American adults. Two scientific studies suggest that multivitamin consumption may have benefits for short term memory and biological age.
Short-term memory
According to a new meta analysis, multivitamins may also improve immediate recall memory. The meta analysis, conducted by researchers from Australia’s Monash University, included data from 10 randomized, placebo-controlled trials involving 3,200 participants and multivitamin interventions lasting for at least one month. The researchers found a positive association between multivitamin consumption and immediate recall memory. However, there was no association between delayed free recall memory nor verbal fluency. Additionally, there was no evidence that multivitamins can prevent cognitive decline.1
Anthocyanins-Berry, Berry Good for You!
Posted on March 1, 2012 at 1:05 pm in Announcements
A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition provides fresh evidence of the power of anthocyanin-rich fruits (blueberries, apples, and pears) in lowering a person’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D).
The large, prospective study evaluated the association between consumption of flavonoid-rich foods and the incidence of T2D based on data collected from three landmark studies:
- Nurses’ Health Study, or NHS (which followed 70,359 women between 1984-2008);
- NHS II (which followed 89,201 women between 1991 and 2007); and
- The Health Professionals Follow-up Study (which followed 41, 334 men between 1986-2006).
Only data from subjects who were free of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer at baseline was evaluated. Of these, the researchers documented 12,611 incident cases of type 2 diabetes.
What Are Anthocyanins?
Anthocyanins are compounds found in plants, especially berries, that give these plants their bright colors. They are a subclass of flavonoids, plant-based compounds with wide-ranging health benefits, including antiviral, anti-allergic, antiplatelet, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and antioxidant properties. Just how flavonoids affect the body is still the subject of research; possible explanations include improved blood vessel function and anti-inflammatory effects.
Previous studies have demonstrated the antioxidant benefits of anthocyanin-rich foods. This particular study is the first in which researchers compared diabetes risk and consumption of anthocyanins and other flavonoid subclasses.
| SUBCLASS | PRIMARILY FOUND IN: |
| Flavonones | Tangerines, oranges, other citrus |
| Anthocyanins | Berries (blueberries, maqui, acai, etc.), apples, pears, |
| Flavan-3-ols | Tea |
| Flavonoid polymers | Grape seeds |
| Flavonols | Cocoa, tea, red wine |
| Flavones | Parsley, celery, bell peppers |
Conclusion
The researchers found that subjects who consumed higher amounts of anthocyanins, (mainly blueberries, apples, and pears) had a significantly lower risk to develop T2D. No significant associations were found for total flavonoid intake or other flavonoid subclasses.
Until next week,
Best Wishes for Ultimate Health and Majestic Dreams!
Steve Wallach
CEO
AL International
Helping YOU Live Younger, Longer!
“Resolve Today to Make the Best Use of Tomorrow”
Source: Wedick NM, Pan A, Cassidy A, et al. Dietary flavonoid intakes and risk of type 2 diabetes in US men and women. Am J Clin Nutr. 2012 Feb 22 [epub ahead of print].
When Recruiting, Make People Feel Great About Themselves
When you’re recruiting prospects, you’ll inevitably meet some people who appear confident and self-assured, some who appear shy and retiring, and every demeanor in between. As many successful network marketers know, first impressions may not always be the best indicators of who will or won’t succeed in this industry.
An individual who looks like he/she can sell anything may look self-assured on the outside but feel quite differently on the inside. Meanwhile a shrinking violet may have a passion for healthy living and nutrition that makes others want to follow her lead.
One of the keys to successfully recruiting new associates is finding out or to find out what makes them feel good about themselves. Look for what they do well or are passionate about. Then show them how working with you can give them:
- More time to do what they like doing best
- The independence to live by their values
- Extra money to pursue their dreams
A wise man once said, “if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.” That can be said about direct selling. Turn prospects into associates by helping them find their passion, then showing them how being an independent business owner can help them achieve their dreams.
Vanessa Hunter
Vice President of Marketing
AL International
Top Supplements and How People Shop For Them
Posted on February 23, 2012 at 12:40 pm in Newsletters
According to a new survey, the top dietary supplements in America are (in order of popularity):
- Fish oil (omega-3 essential fatty acids)
- Multivitamins
- Vitamin D
- Calcium, and
- CoQ10.
Two out of three respondents said they use fish oil and multivitamins, and approximately half said they used vitamin D, calcium, and/or CoQ10. These findings are based on responses from ConsumerLab.com’s annual survey of its e-newsletter readers conducted in November 2011.
The survey also uncovered some interesting trends in how people of different ages and genders shop for dietary supplements.
Gender and Age
ADA: Consumers Eating More Healthy Foods (But We Still Have a Long Way to Go)
Posted on February 16, 2012 at 12:48 pm in Newsletters
According to the American Dietetic Association’s (ADA) most recent survey, Americans are eating more vegetables, fish, chicken, and whole grain foods, while decreasing the amount of foods they eat containing trans fats. The ADA has been conducting “Nutrition and You” surveys since 1991. The objective of the surveys is to measure current attitudes and behaviors and trends toward diet and health.
Survey Demographics
“Nutrition and You: Trends 2011” included 754 adults ages 18 and older who are not working in the marketing or food industry. Respondents tended to fall into one of three consumer groups: (more…)
(Heart-Healthy) Foods Your Valentine Will Love
Posted on February 9, 2012 at 12:16 pm in Newsletters
(Healthy) Foods Your Valentine Will Love
Forget the roses and champagne. When it comes to Valentine’s Day, nothing says you care about your special someone’s health and well-being more than dark chocolate and red wine.
Not only do these luscious foods delight the senses, they’re also heart-healthy! Both dark chocolate and red wine are rich in polyphenols, natural plant compounds that will keep your Valentine’s heart healthy and strong.
Dark Chocolate
Cocoa beans have one of the highest concentrations of a class of polyphenols called flavonoids. Found in most fruits, vegetables and grains, flavanoids are recognizable as the bright pigments that give so many good-for-you foods (like blueberries, red onions, and yellow squash, etc.) their bright colors. They also help shield plants from the unhealthy effects of environmental toxins while promoting repair of damaged tissue.
There’s ample scientific evidence to suggest flavonoids provide important support for human heart. For example:
A large, prospective US cohort study that followed 38,000+ men and 60,000-plus women over seven years found that flavonoid consumption was associated with lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease. Even regular intake of relatively small amounts of flavonoid-rich foods was shown to be beneficial.1
A review of experimental, observational, and clinical studies of the relationship between cacao, chocolate, flavonoids, and the risk of cardiovascular disease published over a forty-year period provides convincing evidence that cocoa flavonoids are likely protective against coronary heart disease mortality.2
Red Wine
Researchers have long believed that substances found in red wine might have health benefits. The famous French Paradox, in which French people were observed to suffer a relatively lower incidence of heart disease despite having a saturated fat-rich diet, is attributed to their relatively high intake of red wine.
Science has just begun to uncover the exact mechanisms that make red wine so heart-healthy. Preliminary research suggests that resveratrol, a polyphenol that occurs naturally in red grape skins, grape juice, peanuts, mulberries, and some Chinese herbs, may confer important cardiovascular and anti-aging benefits. For example:
A research review published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition found evidence to suggest resveratrol may be an effective anti-atherogenic agent that could be used in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease.3
A separate review of in vitro and animal studies suggests that resveratrol exerts multifaceted cardioprotective activities.4
A review of available studies on the molecular targets of resveratrol found a wide range of cardioprotective activities. It may have a role in stimulating endothelial production of nitric oxid, reducing oxidative stress, inhibition of vascular inflammation, prevention of platelet aggregation, reduction of blood pressure, and slowing the progression of atheroscelerosis.5
Best Wishes for Ultimate Health and Majestic Dreams!
Steve Wallach
CEO
AL International
Helping YOU Live Younger, Longer!
“Resolve Today to Make the Best Use of Tomorrow”
References:
- McCullough ML, Peterson JJ, Patel R, Jacques PF, Shah R, Dwyer F. Flavonoid intake and cardiovascular disease mortality in a prospective cohort of US adults. Am J Clin Nutr. 2012 Feb;95(2):454-64. Epub 2012 Jan 4.
- Ding EL, Hutfless SM, GIrotra S. Chocolate and prevention of cardiovascular disease: a systemic review. Nutr Metab (Lond). 2006 Jan 3;3:2.
- Ramprasath VR, Jones PJ. Anti-atherogenic effects of resveratrol. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2010 Jul;65(7):660-8.
- Wu JM, Hsieh TC. Resveratrol: a cardioprotective substance. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2001 Jan; 1215:16-21.
- Li H, Xia N., Forstermann U. Cardiovascular effects and molecular targets of resveratrol. Nitric Oxide. 2012 Jan 4;26(2):104-110. Epub ahead of print.
Your Team is a Reflection of YOU
As an independent business owner, building a strong team is one of the greatest challenges you can face. However, if you’re successful, it can also be one of the most rewarding!
While there any number of models and programs are available to teach you how to build a successful team, never forget that the single greatest factor in your success is YOU and YOUR ATTITUDE. If your team sees you as energetic, enthusiastic and positive, they’ll adopt these qualities. It’s called Leading by Example. If you expect certain behavior from your team, you have to display those behaviors.
Take meetings, for example. Say you’ve called a meeting and expect people to be on time, then you must show up on time. If you set an agenda, make sure your team receives it well in advance so they can come prepared. If the meeting is scheduled for a certain amount of time, stick to the program and ensure it ends on time. Respect the fact that other people have schedules. If you respect theirs, they will respect yours.
Another proactive strategy is to train your team to bring you both challenges (not problems!) AND suggested solutions! You can do this simply by saying, “What would you do in this situation?” and waiting for their response. This will empower them and foster a “can-do” attitude, which will strengthen your team.
By doing these things consistently, you’re displaying leadership in several ways. Your team will subconsciously adopt the way you speak, your actions, and your overall attitude. Using the law of attraction… you are likely to build a team of positive people who will do positive things!
Vanessa Hunter
Vice President of Marketing
AL International
What Your Customers Know About Nutrition
Posted on February 2, 2012 at 2:30 pm in Announcements, Newsletters
As consumers age, many are concerned with maintaining their health. According to a new survey† by the International Food Information Council (IFIC), cardiovascular issues (46 percent), weight (32 percent) and healthy aging (20 percent) are among the top health concerns Americans have today.
Foods for Health
One of the most positive results of the IFIC survey is that consumers seem to value the health promoting benefits of food. The foods they look to most to improve or maintain their health include:
1) Fruits and Vegetables
2) Fish/Fish Oil
3) Dairy
4) Whole Grains
5) Herbs and Spices (more…)
The Magic of Mushrooms
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 12:54 pm in Newsletters
Mushrooms have been part of folk medicine for centuries. Thought to promote health and longevity, these highly-prized fungi were used throughout Asia, Eastern Europe, and by the Ancient Egyptians. In ancient China, the Reishi Mushroom, was thought to bring balance to a body that is out of equilibrium.
Prized for their health-promoting properties, therapeutic mushrooms were, until recently, virtually unknown in the West. But thanks to modern research, the mechanisms behind the magic of therapeutic mushrooms are gradually being uncovered. Some of the most widely studied varieties include Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis), and Shiitake (Lentinula edodes).
Reishi
Fish Oil: The Ultimate “Brain” Food
Posted on January 19, 2012 at 11:58 am in Newsletters
Most of us are familiar with the overwhelming evidence regarding the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, aka fish oil, for cardiovascular health. But a growing body of research supports the beneficial role of omega-3s in healthy brain aging.
In a landmark study published in the scientific journal, Neurology, elderly people with healthier dietary patterns, including higher intakes of omega-3 essential fatty acids and vitamins C, D, E, and the B vitamins and lower intakes of trans fats, were less likely to have brain shrinkage associated with Alzheimer’s disease than people whose diets were not high in these nutrients. Furthermore, those with healthier diets scored higher on mental thinking and memory tests.1
Where many studies have relied on qualitative evidence from surveys and questionnaires, this study is notable for also measuring nutrient biomarkers in the blood. For the thinking and memory scores, the nutrient biomarkers accounted for 17 percent of the variation in scores. Other factors such as age, years of education, and high blood pressure account for 46 percent of the variation. For brain volume, the nutrient biomarkers accounted for 37 percent of the variation.
The study was supported by the National Institutes of Health, the National Institute on Aging, the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, and the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, Portland, VA Medical Center.
Not just for seniors
The Neurology study provides valuable substantiation for the benefits of omega-3 essential fatty acids for older brains. But what about other age groups? Are omega-3s beneficial for younger brains too?
Quite possibly. In a study conducted at Northumbria University and published in the Biological Psychology, supplementation over twelve weeks with docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the omega-3 primarily found in brain tissue, increased blood flow to the brain during mental activity and impact certain aspects of mental performance in young adults.2
The researchers suggest that regularly eating oily fish or taking omega-3 supplements earlier in life may have implications for mental function later on in life.
Until next week,
Best Wishes for Ultimate Health and Majestic Dreams!
Steve Wallach
CEO
AL International
Helping YOU Live Younger, Longer!
“Resolve Today to Make the Best Use of Tomorrow”
Sources:
- Bowman GL, Silbert MD, Howieson D, et al. Nutrition biomarker patterns, cognitive function, and MRI measures of brain aging. Neurology. 2011 Dec 28. Epub ahead of print.
- Jackson PA, Reay JL, Scholey AB, Kennedy DO. Docosahexaenoic acid-rich fish oil modulates the cerebral hemodynamic response to cognitive tasks in healthy young adults. Biol Psychol. 2012 Jan;89(1):183-90. Epub 2011 Oct 19.
Is Your Independent Business Customer-Centric?
“Customer-centricity” has become a buzzword for small businesses in recent years. While it’s obvious that all businesses need satisfied customers, the concept of “customer-centricity” goes beyond just providing products that people will buy. It’s really about focusing your entire business around your customers wants, needs and buying behaviors.
Most business owners naturally put the bulk of their marketing efforts into attracting new customers. But “customer-centric” businesses pay close attention to the entire customer life-cycle, from the Stage 1 – Pre-purchase/Marketing to Stage 2 (Purchasing) to Stage 3 (Post-purchase). This includes the following:
- Stage 1 – Pre-purchase/Marketing. Determining what your market wants and which products best meet their needs; marketing your business in ways easily reached by potential customers; providing them with the clear, concise information they need to make an informed decision.
- Stage 2 – Purchasing. Ensuring that ordering, payment, fulfillment and return policies are customer-friendly if not effortless. If you have a web site, making sure it’s user-friendly and easy to navigate.
- Stage 3 – Post-purchase. Listening to what your customers are saying about your products and services and making adjustments accordingly. Making available, via surveys or social media sites such as Facebook, a forum for your customers to provide their feedback; being open to both positive and negative comments.
By being a “customer-centric” business, you’ll not just attract new customers, you’ll also increase the probability of getting repeat business and quality referrals!
Vanessa Hunter
Vice President of Marketing
AL International
Healthy Babies, Dr. Wallach, and the First Amendment
Posted on January 12, 2012 at 12:01 pm in Newsletters
How do all of these great subjects tie together?
Well, January is the official National Birth Defects Prevention Month and National Folic Acid Awareness Month. Thanks to these highly visible public awareness campaigns and the work of organizations like the March of Dimes and the National Council on Folic Acid, more women of childbearing age are now getting the daily intake of folic acid they need to prevent neural tube defects such as spina bifida and anencephaly. The happy result is that each year, millions of babies are born healthy and free of these tragic birth defects.
But this might not be the case were it not for the tireless efforts and dedication of our own founder, Dr. Joel Wallach and other dietary supplement industry leaders!
Lack of a Restful Sleep Costs the U.S. $63.2 Billion Each Year in Lost Productivity, Study Shows
Posted on January 5, 2012 at 1:36 pm in Newsletters
According to an article published in the scientific journal, Sleep, lack of a restful sleep costs the average U.S. worker 11.3 days, or $2,280, in lost productivity each year. The total cost to our economy is estimated to be 252.7 days and an eye-popping $63.2 billion!
To look at it another way, if more Americans regularly had healthier, more restful sleep, the economy would be $63.2 billion richer.
Researchers expressed shock at the enormous impact a lack of sleep has on the average person’s life. However, it remains an underappreciated problem because it’s hard to track-people don’t miss work because of it, they’re just less productive. Previous estimates have relied on small groups or prescription drug claims. (more…)
2012 New Year Kickoff Webinar & Conference Call – TONIGHT!
Posted on January 5, 2012 at 12:06 pm in Announcements, E-cards
This New Year, Resolve to Be Healthier
Posted on December 29, 2011 at 12:11 pm in Newsletters
In just a couple of hours we’ll be celebrating the start of a New Year. For many people, this is a time to start fresh, an opportunity to make important life changes.
According to USA.gov, the U.S. government’s official web portal, every year millions of Americans resolve to do one or more of the following:
- Lose weight
- Manage debt/save money
- Get a better job
- Eat right
- Get a better education
- Drink less alcohol
- Quit smoking
- Recue stress overall and/or at work
- Take a trip
- Volunteer to help others.
Make Your Holiday Dinner a Healthy One
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 11:51 am in Newsletters
The Holidays are marked by family gatherings, gifts, kitchen aromas, and-unfortunately for most-overeating.
A typical holiday meal can add up to 3,000 calories or more. That’s one-and-a-half times the average adult’s entire daily allowance! And that’s not counting generous portions, second helpings, etc.
But packing on the pounds doesn’t necessarily have to be a holiday tradition. In fact, many traditional foods are actually very nutritious, that is, before we pile on tons of fat and sugar. For example, turkey is an excellent source of lean protein, folic acid, and vitamins B, B1, B6; and the minerals zinc and potassium. Pumpkins are rich sources of dietary fiber, antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins A, C, and E. And the rich red color of cranberries indicates they are high in anthocyanins, a powerful type of antioxidant.
“Tis Better to Give Than to Receive”-Really!
Posted on December 14, 2011 at 12:25 pm in Newsletters
In the song “The 12 Days of Christmas,” the lucky recipient receives a long list of gifts from his or her true love. But what about the giver? Does he/she receive anything?
The results of a new brain imaging study published in Psychosomatic Medicine, a peer-reviewed health psychology journal, suggest the answer may be ‘yes.’
“When people talk about ways in which social support is good for our health, they typically assume that the benefits of social support come from the support we receive from others,” said Naomi Eisenberger, a UCLA assistant professor of psychology and the senior author of the study. “But now it seems likely that some of the healthy benefits of social support actually come from the support we provide to others.” (more…)
Large Study Supports the Role of Antioxidants in Cardiovascular Health
Posted on December 8, 2011 at 1:38 pm in Newsletters
A long-term, population-based prospective cohort study of 36,715 women published in the Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association provides strong evidence that an antioxidant rich diet high in fruits, vegetables, and grains, may be linked to lower incidence of cardiovascular health concerns.
New Study Adds Support for Omega-3/Heart Health
Posted on December 1, 2011 at 1:47 pm in Newsletters
A research study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition is the latest to associate omega-3 essential fatty acids with lower inflammation.
Chronic inflammation is a pervasive condition that underlies many of today’s most prevalent health issues, including heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease and some cancers. One of the few established markers of inflammation, C-reactive protein (CRP), is used extensively to determine a person’s risk for heart attacks and strokes.1 (more…)
Chronic Disease and Doctors’ Knowledge of Nutrition
Posted on November 17, 2011 at 1:49 pm in Newsletters
Chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and arthritis have reached epidemic proportions in the U.S. and around the world. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, 133 million-nearly half of all adults-suffer from at least one chronic illness.1 Furthermore, chronic diseases exact a heavy economic toll: eating up nearly 78% percent of our healthcare dollars, or the equivalent of about 16% of our gross domestic product (this ratio is among the highest of all Western nations).2
Many people don’t even know they have a chronic health condition. According to government data:
- A third of Americans has high blood pressure, hypertension (the so-called “silent killer”). Of those, nearly 20% don’t know they have it.3
- Diabetes rates are soaring, afflicting nearly 26 million Americans adults. Of those, seven million are unaware they have it.4
- About a third of adults and one in five children are obese, putting them at great risk for developing a chronic health condition.5
Doctors Lack Knowledge of Nutrition
As prevalent as they are, most chronic diseases are, in fact, preventable. They’re the result of years of poor lifestyle habits such as unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, which lead to obesity. The most obvious way to avoid, and in some cases-possibly reverse-is to make healthier lifestyle choices. But sadly, most of us don’t get much help in that area from our doctors!
In fact, a landmark survey published last year in American Medicine concluded that “the amount of nutrition education that medical students receive continues to be inadequate.”6
Among the key findings:
- Of 105 medical schools, only one in four required a dedicated nutrition course
- Overall, medical students received less than 20 hours of nutrition instruction during their medical school careers.
Similar conclusions were drawn in a survey of 114 internal medicine interns published in 2008 in the Journal of the Academy of Clinical Nutrition.7 Among the findings:
- Only 14% felt adequately trained to provide nutrition counseling, even though 77% agreed nutrition assessment should be included in routine primary care visits, and 94% agreed that it was their obligation to do so.
- Just more than half (54%) knew the correct answer to the following question: “How many calories are in a gram of protein?”
- Only 35% felt knowledgeable about the role of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in heart health.
- Fewer than half (46%) felt comfortable calculating BMI and waist-to-hip ratio, two basic indicators of obesity.
By contrast, nearly 90% expressed proficiency in discussing the benefits of exercise with their patients.
What Should You Do?
Alarming as these statistics may be, we aren’t suggesting you shouldn’t see a doctor to address your medical needs. However, they signal the need for each and every one of us to take charge of our health. Whether it’s by learning how to eat healthier, setting aside a half hour each day for physical activity, better managing our stress levels, or consuming dietary supplements to help our bodies function optimally-the responsibility for good health ultimately lies within each of us.
Until next week,
Best Wishes for Ultimate Health and Majestic Dreams!
Steve Wallach
CEO
AL International
Helping YOU Live Younger, Longer!
“Resolve Today to Make the Best Use of Tomorrow”
Sources:
- Available at http://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/overview/index.htm. Accessed 11/14/11
- Available at http://www.chronicdiseaseimpact.com/. Accessed 11/14/11.
- Available at http://www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/facts.htm. Accessed 11/14/11.
- Available at http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/diabetes-statistics/. Accessed 11/14/11.
- Available at http://www.cdc.gov/obesity/data/trends.html. Access 11/14/11.
- Adams KM, Kohlmeier M, Zeisel SH. Nutrition education in U.S. medical schools: latest update of a national survey. Acad Med. 2010 Sep;85(9):1537-42.
- Vetter ML, Herring SJ, Sood M, Shah NR, Kalet AL. What do resident physicians know about nutrition? An evaluation of attitudes, self-perceived proficiency, and knowledge. J Am Coll Nutr. 2008 Apr;27(2):287-98.
Keys To Building Solid Relationships
People like to do business with people they know and trust. This is why building solid relationships is so important. Relationship-building can take many forms but some elements are essential to all. Let’s take a moment to review some of these essentials that will help you nurture and grow solid relationships within your organization.
Your 30-Second Introduction
Have you upgraded your 30-second introduction lately? If you haven’t revised it in the last twelve months, it’s probably stale. A new introduction can spark energy and enthusiasm-in yourself as well as others. Consider infusing powerful action words like “create,” “design,” “organize,” “generate,” “solve,” and “produce”. Deliver it in front of a mirror or camcorder and see what others see.
A Two-Way Street. What’s in it for them? We often think of what we want to get from relationships. Flip this over and consider what you’re willing to give to your downline. Do you have knowledge or techniques that will help your downline be successful? Keep in mind that building relationships is a two-way street, so to speak, that begins with you. Approaching relationships in a giving, proactive mode is an excellent beginning.
Follow up, Follow up, Follow up
The simple act of following up with your customers or business builders will make you stand out with them. To follow-up impactfully, always remember to create a contact management list first. You may start to see growth as you demonstrate an interest in relationship building with your downline members, and additional growth as they, in turn, start to do the same.
Time and Patience
You might want to think of building business relationships the same way as you would grow a garden. Gardening requires nurturing, resources (water, Bloomin’ Minerals‚Ñ¢, sunlight, etc.), and patience. But the results (a bountiful harvest) are worth it. Similarly, developing healthy, productive relationships also requires nurturing (followup) resources (sharing of knowledge) and patience. And the results are definitely worth it!
Vanessa Hunter
Vice President of Marketing
AL International
Shareholder Update Call on November 14, 2011 @ 4:15 PM EST
Posted on November 11, 2011 at 12:54 pm in Announcements
Please use the following dial-in numbers for the AL International shareholder call.
Audio PIN: Shown after joining the Webinar
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Toll Number |
PIN |
| Australia | +61 (0) 2 9037 1950 (Toll only) | 307-730-091 |
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| United Kingdom | +44 (0) 203 535 0612 (Toll only) | 307-730-091 |
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