Questions to Ask When Starting a Home Based Business

I started being a 'stay at home mom' in June of 2008, and I haven't looked back.  That first year was the hardest because I LOVE teaching.  I really missed it.  Still, I was super happy to be at home with Noah and pretty soon, Eli also, and then a few years later, Anne.  During that time I realized, stay at home moms are a target market for home based businesses.  I was approached by quite a few and said no thanks......and I meant it.  I didn't want a home based business, raising my kids is a full time job......And it TOTALLY is a full time job.

And then something changed in 2011, I was introduced to Shaklee.  And hear me out, I still didn't really want a home based business.  As I learned more, I realized this could be a vehicle to make things happen.  I explored some ideas.  Should I just use the products, should I causally share them with others or should I focus on making small simple steps each day that could create a legacy that can be passed on from generation to generation.

Let's face it, there are hundreds of home based business options and many are really nice companies.  Many of the financial gurus out there are on board with multi level marketing being the business of the 21st Century and the more I dive into how this works, the more excited I get.  A person gets paid once he/she has helped someone else.  I resonate with this concept because I feel the Lord calls us to help others.  I felt confused in the beginning about who to trust and if this was even a good idea.......so.......   In order to help others swim through the murky, confusing waters, I created a checklist of questions every person should ask themselves before partnering with a company to create an extra stream of income.

Questions to Ask When Choosing a Brand Partner

1.Does it have daily consumable products? 

Are your customers going to have products that they can use from sun up until sun down?  In Shaklee, we have over 200 products.  We start out the day taking a shower using shampoo, conditioner, body wash and then applying deodarant.  Then we move into breakfast with a protein smoothee and daily vitamins for building health, plus supplements for targeted solutions.  Next, back to the bathroom for our skin care needs because all want to protect and hydrate from any sun damage and reduce wrinkles from happening.  Finally, I hope everyone cleans their home, washes laundry and does the dishes.....I'm sure you can see how having a diverse portfolio of solutions just makes sense.

Text today to ask how you can trial test Shaklee-free of charge

Plus, we have a unique 'Shaklee Difference' with the products.  Check it out here.

2.Does the company have a vision for where they are headed?

I am proud to be part of the vision to help people have their health span match their life span.  People are living longer and longer; just many times the last 10 or 20 years is not the quality most people would like.  Click here to see why supplementation is something each family should explore.  

Roger also has the vision for Shaklee to be the first company to receive a Nobel Peace Prize for its good works to improve the world.

AND....I just found out this morning that Roger shared is 100 year vision at the Masters Summit this past weekend and will be sharing it at Shaklee Live in Cleveland, Ohio this August (2015).

3.Is the company part of greater good?

Shaklee is a leader by being the first company to completely offset all the carbon dioxide emissions, even the CO2 from the delivery trucks bringing us our products!!  Shaklee is also part of the green movement with Wangari Maathai.

To name just one more, we have Shaklee Cares.  This brings products to the first hand responders of natural disasters that happen, such as tornadoes, earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, forest fires.....

4.What happens when you decide to ‘stop/retire’?  What happens to the organization you’ve created?  

Will you still have a residual income that comes in month after month even when you stop sharing?  In Shaklee, this is possible to create!

 Hear from some of Shaklee's seasoned leaders.

Former teachers 

Daughters are 2nd generation in Shaklee 

The Red Carpet 

The Shaklee Effect

5.Does the partner company have leadership?  I am proud to be partnered with a billionaire who is working to relaunch a 60 year old start up..... Roger Barnett.

Learn more about this man who knows seven languages!!

6.Does the partner company have longevity for stable and sustainable growth?  Shaklee was founded in 1956 by Dr. Forrest Shaklee, so almost 60 years!!

Roots of Shaklee

7.Does the brand partner have Blue Ocean Products (what does that mean, you ask)?  Blue ocean products are so unique that no one else can offer it.  Shaklee has FOUR!!!!

Vitalizer (with the smart delivery system)

Vivix

Nutriferon

MindWorks

8.How early in the compensation plan can you earn a bonus car? 

In Shaklee, 2 rank advancements

Flexible and Rewarding

9.How early in the compensation plan can you earn a luxury trip?

In Shaklee, 3 rank advancements

Our trip to Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

10.Is the partner company's compensation plan unique?

In Shaklee bonuses can be earned to infinity!

11.  Is personal and professional growth available in a nurturing environment.

Click here to learn about the Shaklee Community.

In which quadrant do you want to be?

Ready to explore Creating Possibilities for you and your family?

Enter: steinemanwellness@gmail.com to have access

Request your Explore Pak today.

Thanks for taking your time to begin the exploration process of a home based business with me today.  Share in the comments what seems the most exciting about working from home.

~Naturally Mom

Make 2015 Your Best Year Yet!

What would make 2015 the best year?

Everyone has their own reasons for making resolutions and wanting to improve themselves.  (And good for you!  The only person you can change is you.....so if we want to change the world.....yup, that's right, look inward.)  What goals are you setting for yourself?

Maybe some of these are the typical ones........  (We want to hear about your goals, make sure you share in the comments about your New Year's resolutions).

And then we all get to the point in our lives where we want to quit worrying about everything and 'be in the moment'.  Meaning, just enjoy what we are doing at that moment.  Be present and understand God has us experiencing this moment for a reason.  So possibly our resolutions look more like this list.......

How would it feel to have the time freedom to do more of these things?

We help people Create Possibilities. 

(enter steinemanwellness@gmail.com to view this 8 minute video.)

What is most important to you right now?

(message/text or call with what is most important to you right now and ask for the explore pak)

(The first 100 will get free shipping on their next Shaklee order!)

-unlimited income

-time freedom

-travel

-independence

-tax breaks

-team work

-making a difference

-passive income

-family business

-great health

-tools for wellness

We are so blessed with the possibilities that have been created for us and realize the true joy in life is giving.  We want to share these possibilities to pay forward the gift that has been given to us.

Wishing you a happy, healthy and blessed New Year!

Naturally Mom and Dad,

Laura and Keith Steineman

Shaklee Coordinators

419-953-4887

steinemanwellness@gmail.com

www.facebook.com/naturallymomandad (Steineman Wellness)

Meet Dr. Shaklee

Meet Roger Barnet-CEO of Shaklee Corp.

The Shaklee Difference

Teachers who chose Shaklee

Fitness gurus who chose Shaklee

Mom of 4 who chose Shaklee

Cloth diapering moms who chose Shaklee

Cancer survivor shares her inch loss story and pregnancy story

Our Shaklee Bonus Car

When we added Shaklee to our lifestyle, I had no idea where this was going to take us.  I've been able to continue being a stay at home mom while helping others have more energy, get off medications and improve their athletic performance.  And by teaching at least one person to do what I do...we earned our Shaklee Bonus Car!  I find it refreshing that Shaklee spends their advertising dollars for families to receive bonus cars instead of spending millions of dollars on Super Bowl commercials.  Are you wondering if achieving a bonus car is even 'real' for your family?  Give me a call or shoot me a message and I'll help you start evaluating if Shaklee is a good fit for you.  I dare you to dream a little.....   .....and a BIG Thank You to all of our loyal Shaklee users.  We are thrilled you are getting the results you are looking for and using the products to improve your life!

It was an awesome feeling to give Keith an opportunity to choose any car he'd like.  

He chose a fun, date night car!

Top 10 Reasons for Why I Choose Shaklee

10.  Shaklee conducts over 100,000 tests annually to ensure the safety and efficacy of our products.

9.  Each and every lot of Shaklee Products is 100% tested to ensure and guarantee that each and every ingredient that is part of our label claims is present in the appropriate amounts.

8.  Shaklee tests for up to 350 chemical contaminants, including pesticides, herbicides, heavy metals, solvent residues; just to name a few.

7.  Each product is formulated with nutritional ingredients that have been extensively studied to confirm safety and efficacy.  Our products do not follow "fads", but incorporate scientific and/or epidemiologic evidence of need and benefit.  

6.  Shaklee is climate neutral certified.  They completely off set all the carbon dioxide emissions and leave a zero effect foot print on the Earth.  Plus, they are leaders for protecting every cell in our bodies with the products our scientists create and protecting this wonderful world our Creator gave to us.

5.  Shaklee has an unwavering commitment to avoid the use of artificial flavors, sweeteners, and added preservatives.

4.  Shaklee devleoped many of the standards and protocols for manufacturing that are now referred to as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

3.  Ongoing proof of our product performance is demonstrated by:

-Over 100 scientific publications, 90-plus in peer-reviewed journals

-The Landmark Study, the only study of its kind, which showed that people who took Shaklee supplements over a period of 20 years had markedly better health than both the single multi-vitamin and non-supplement users

-Shaklee products powering athletes to win 125 medals

-Shaklee products fueling world explorers, 7 of Time-Life's "Greatest Adventures of All Time," and NASA Shuttle astronauts with a special re-hydration product (called Astro-Ade).

2.  Shaklee Businesses Build Generational Wealth-that's right, a Shaklee business can be willed to the next generation.

1.  I can stay home with my kids while bringing an extra stream of income into the household.

It is also cool to see how excited our kids get and how quickly they understand that this is a family business where we all work together.

~Naturally Mom

Enjoying the Outdoors, Breathing Easily, and no more Snoring!

Spring is here!  And coming right around the corner is pollen.  We have been hearing reports that the pollen counts are going to be exceptionally high this year......and so we hope Keith's story comes a blessing to you or a loved one.

My story started when I was around 4 years old.  My Mom took me outside and we played in the grass.  The next morning when I woke my eyes were sealed shut.  And the process of finding relief began.  I had allergy shots, tried different meds; you name it.  And hear me out, they offered some relief for which I am grateful.

  

Fast forward a few years and my wife was introduced to Shaklee.  We learned that people have been finding wonderful relief after starting a Shaklee program and changing their lifestyle habits.  I was listening because while Claritin and Zyrtec would take the edge off; I was still miserable.  I didn't want to go outside for a walk with my family during allergy season because my head would ache, my eyes would feel tired and itchy, and I'd snore that night.

We had changed our eating habits and I added the Shaklee 'basics' of a box and 2 cans to start building healthy new cells during the winter.  Then, when spring approached and I was starting to feel miserable, Laura gave me a gentle shove toward the allergy relief program.  Of course, I was skeptical especially when I'm allergic to one of the products!  I hesitantly followed the program and I can now enjoy walks with my family, mow grass without having to feel miserable later (I still do shower immediately afterwards!)  Plus, I no longer snore.  Thank you Shaklee!

Here is a link from WebMD for every day allergy relief.

Here I am two years later and I can enjoy hayrides and outside activities with my kids!

Naturally,
Dad

Secrets to a Healthy Heart

Secrets to A Healthy Heart

FEBRUARY IS HEART HEALTH MONTH

Be Good to Your Heart       

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. In fact, every 26 seconds, someone living in the United States suffers a heart attack, and every minute one person will die from a heart attack. But, there is good news - we know more and more about how to prevent heart disease. It is well within your power to reduce your risk for heart disease because it's all about diet and lifestyle! Here’s a top 10 list of tips from Dr. Jamie McManus MD, FAAFP, Chair, Medical Affairs and Education to help you promote a strong and healthy heart.

1. Eat more fruits, vegetables and whole grains
One of the best weapons for fighting off heart disease is eating a healthful diet. So forgo the hamburger and French fries and fuel up on whole grains and plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.

2. Lose weight, especially belly fat
Excess belly fat has been linked to high cholesterol, triglycerides and blood pressure. Losing just 5% - 10% of your body weight can make a big difference in reducing heart disease risk.

3. Boost your vitamin D intake

 http://naturallymomandad.blogspot.com/2013/02/vitamin-dare-you-getting-enough.html

Vitamin D helps build and maintain strong bones, but recent research suggests it may also play a role in heart health. If you’re like most Americans and not getting enough from your diet or sun exposure, supplements can be a great option.

4. Consume more fish rich in Omega-3 fatty acids
Omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty fish help reduce risk factors for heart disease, including high triglycerides and high blood pressure. The American Heart Association recommends consuming two servings of fish per week. Consider fish oil supplements, especially if you don’t eat fish.

5. Consider CoQ10
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a fat-soluble, vitamin-like substance vital for energy production especially in the heart. As an antioxidant it also helps promote healthy arteries. While your body does make CoQ10, factors such as aging, poor diet and the use of statin drugs for cholesterol lowering may increase the body’s need for CoQ10.

6. Move more – aim for 30 minutes a day, at least 5 days of the week
Regular physical activity promotes a healthy heart. It helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol, helps control weight, reduces anxiety, and improves blood circulation.

7. If you are a smoker, get help to stop today!
Cigarette smoke can damage your heart and blood vessels as well as increase your risk for many cancers. When it comes to heart disease prevention, any amount of smoking is bad.

8. Don’t forget regular health screenings
High blood pressure, high cholesterol and high blood sugar are all risk factors for heart disease. Talk to your doctor today about these important health screenings.

9. If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation
Moderate alcohol intake may help reduce the risk of heart disease. Moderate drinking is defined as one drink a day for a woman and two drinks a day for a man.

10. Take time to de-stress
Over time, chronic stress can wreak havoc on our bodies - slowing digestion, weakening immune function and increasing the risk of heart disease and other chronic conditions. So take time to de-stress your life. Think about what you truly must get done, set priorities, and learn to say “no.”

Special #1: For new Shaklee customers!  Who do you know who struggles with heart health?  (Ends Feb. 28, 2014)

Special #2: Listen to the link below on the Secrets to a Healthy Heart:  Hear Mike Coogan's story about how he was the first male in 5 generations to know his grandchildren.

http://www.betterhealthin31days.com/laurasteineman/vp/SecretsToAHealthyHeart-BarbaraLagoni-02042013

And then get free heart health tools :)  :)

During the month of February (offer ends 2/28/14) when you:

Purchase a Lean and Healthy Kit: you get a free Vita-D3

Purchase a Shaklee 180 Turnaround Kit: you get a free Omega guard (60 softgels)

Purchase a Shaklee 180 Turnaround Kit and Vitalizer: you get a free Co-Q Heart

Purchase a Shaklee 180 Turnaround Kit, Vitalizer, and Vivix: you get a free cholesterol reduction complex

*Remember to start building the foundation with Vitalizer and a protein drink a day and then add additional support for the best results!  ...when building a house, you start with the foundation, not with the windows!  :)  :)

To your healthy heart!!

~Naturally Mom and Dad

Tracking Your Own Success

In order to meet your fitness / lifestyle goals, you have to “know yourself”. Know what you will struggle with, what will help you get through the struggles, what areas you can improve on, what your goals are, and you need to know what foods and exercises work for you!

MANY people start a fitness/weight loss program. Whether they succeed or not sometimes can be due to planning and accountability.

The difference between success and failure is knowing oneself. It’s knowing when times get tough, you know what to do to push through, how you should eat to make lifestyle changes, know what exercises will change your bodies and know what motivates you to keep going – PERSISTENCE!

If you are having trouble reaching your goals, here are some simple steps to ensure you reach success:

1. Keep a Food Log – one of the most effective strategies to weight loss success. At the end of every week, check to see if you were successful and then look back to see what was working and what wasn't working and make the needed changes.

2. Measure Each Week – have someone measure you, or do it yourself. Take your thigh, chest, arm, waist and hip measurements. Just because the scale doesn't move, doesn't mean you aren't losing fat or inches. Try to do at the same time, same day, same measurement tool and track your results along with the food journal to see if you are moving closer to your goal or further away.

3. Track your workouts – write down how much you did, how much time you invested, how many reps and sets if using weights, how long it took you and how much rest you took. You should be increasing intensity and begin increasing weights when comfortable. Push yourself. You should be getting stronger and recovering quicker.

How many times are we discouraged because we don’t see results? Are you using these tracking tools? Chances are you may be skipping a workout, or not using enough intensity OR you aren’t meeting your diet requirements. See where you can improve and where you fell short on your program.

YOUR WEIGHT LOSS SUCCESS IS UP TO YOU – YOU HAVE THE KEYS TO SUCCESS BUT YOU MUST EXECUTE

If you messed up, no worries, move on. Your next meal still counts so make it a great decision.

As always we love to hear from our readers so comment below answering:

What has helped you succeed?

To Your Health, 

Naturally Mom and Dad

Workout Shoe Health

How to Pick the Right Shoe for your piggies!!!

If you’re like me, the tendency when shopping for workout shoes (or any shoe for that matter!!) is to first go by the look – the color, design, etc! But how my feet feel in those shoes are what matters most. So what’s the secret to finding the right shoe?
Shop for workout shoes late in the day because that’s when your feet are the largest! Be sure there is a half inch of space in front of your longest toe. You should also be able to easily wiggle your toes. Compare the shoes with your bare feet. If each shoe isn’t noticeably wider and longer than your foot, try a half-size bigger shoe.
And the best of both worlds is when you find the right-fitting shoes that look great too!

We LOVE to hear from our readers!!!  Share in the comments where you go to get your athletic shoes.

Naturally, 

Mom and Dad