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Message from the Editor Table of Contents
Summer! It’s such a wonderful word that brings a Features
smile to our face, and a skip to our step. Filled with 02 katherine wagoner
never-ending days, warm weather, and fun-filled & steven szynskie –
gatherings around sizzling barbecues, summer drawing circles
in colorado
is my favorite time of the year. Amidst the sun
bathing and lounging of summer, this is also one 05 marketing mania
of the busiest times for our many Distributors
06 why it’s important
who are working on overdrive to qualify for the to coach your team
annual event. by manon courchesne
In this issue, you will read about Katherine Wagoner 08 solutions in a
and Steven Szynskie and how they removed challenging economy!
set boundaries, and soared even higher. Margo by john frederick
and Cory Hester will inspire you with their 10 pure milk calcium is not a
business-building success around conference calls. calcium supplement!
The lessons of the past set the foundation for the It’s much, much more!
by Dr. Jimmy Gutman
future. Get inspired by Steve Vermette’s journey
to fulfill the commitment he made at last year’s 12 distributors’ corner
annual event.
13 industry news
Every chance we take teaches us something about ourselves. Just ask Gisèle Beaulieu, our
14 business beat
President’s Award winner just back from her European cruise. She’s rested and ready to
conquer the world once again! 16 steve vermette –
decidedly diamond:
You’ve heard doctors say that calcium is good for the bones. Now read what our doctor, one distributor’s journey
Jimmy Gutman, has to say on the subject on page 10. to the top
Think big and remember that your attitude almost always determines your altitude in life. 18 Margo & Cory Hester –
conferencing
Check out the tips that our Regional Sales Directors, Manon Courchesne and John Frederick with team hester
offer in their columns on pages 06 and 09 respectively.
20 marion & gary henderson –
A true leader has the confidence to stand alone and the courage to make tough decisions. shaping up for the slam dunk
Turn to page 28 to read the message from Jim Northrop, our President and CEO, and his
22 gisèle beaulieu –
vision for the annual event. 2007 president’s award
winner back from
Wishing you all a great summer and hope to see you all at the big annual event!
european extravaganza
24 recognition
28 message from the president
Mary Politis
Editor
02 116 18 20 22
Cover Story
Drawing
in
Circles
Colorado
When it comes to taking action, building a business, and leveraging corporate promotions
to maximize income, Gold Distributors and husband-wife team, Katherine Wagoner and
Steven Szynskie practically jump off the page.
occurred and Katherine began to experience a significant “Retiring from nursing had been a goal for a long time, I just
change in her business, her team, and indeed, her income. never knew how to do it,” said Katherine. “When I attended
Leadership School, I was so fired up. I had the Success Guide,
Leadership School took place on the 19th and 20th of January.
the Six Steps, a burning desire, and finally, a way to get a
By February, Katherine had almost doubled her Total
fresh start. When I committed myself to the business, there
Organizational Volume (TOV), had earned Action Bonus
was so much interest, so many phone calls… I knew it was
money for the first time, and had participated in the
Winter Fever promotion, earning $400. going to get big – and quickly.”
This was a significant achievement for Katherine, but in If anyone could smell the sweet scent of success, it was
March, she took it a step further… she jumped higher her husband, Steven. He saw first-hand how his wife
than she ever had dreamed possible. She earned over was changing, how she was developing into a leader, an
$300 in Action Bonus money, $250 in Moving Up bonus entrepreneur, and how she was defining herself in a new,
money, was the first place earner of Silver Dollars across brighter light. In February, Steven became a Distributor.
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Steven saw first-hand
how his wife was changing,
how she was developing into
a leader, an entrepreneur,
and how she was defining
herself in a new, brighter light.
The spark that Katherine felt after she returned from Immunotec business together. Each brings an element,
Leadership School must have been contagious because a specific strength to the table, and while Katherine is
Steven didn’t start his Immunotec business at a slow crawl. Steven’s Sponsor, they are continually learning from each
Instead, he went full speed ahead. In March, Steven earned other. And once Steven got going, one of the first things he
second place in Action Bonus points, taking home over wanted to do was attend Leadership School, which he did
$2,300, as well as earning second place in the Silver Dollars when he went to Portland in April.
promotion, with $500, a mere $100 shy of what his wife
“We got together with a dozen members of our team and
earned. In that same month, he promoted to Silver, then
Gold, and his TOV surged to 15 times what it was the travelled 1,500 miles to be in Portland – that’s how important
month before, when he started. His very first check from it was to us,” said Steven. “It was an opportunity to meet the
Immunotec was just over $4,000. corporate team and to rally our team together.”
“We laugh about it but the truth is I’m always drawing “But perhaps more importantly,” interjected Katherine,
circles,” said Steven. “In those circles, I write down names. “it was a chance to receive hands-on training, something
Whether friends, family, acquaintances… I stay up at tangible that we could duplicate for our team. John Frederick
night jotting names down. When I talk to them about was so instrumental for us. He taught us how to close sales,
the products and the business opportunity, they sense my counter objections, and to ask for the sale! After we started
enthusiasm and my urgency. When you get excited about incorporating these new business skills, the phone just rang
your health, your wellness, you enter a new frame of mind. off the hook – we could barely keep up with the amount of
It’s almost magical.” people who were ready to sign on the dotted line.”
And while Steven still works in the sprinkler business, he Between hosting one or two meetings a week, supporting
and Katherine, who live in Colorado, are building their their growing team, and following-up with potential
“John Frederick taught us how to close sales, counter objections, and to ask for the sale!
After we started incorporating these new business skills, the phone just rang off the
hook – we could barely keep up with the amount of people who were ready to sign on
the dotted line.”
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Marketing
Mania
Mary Politis
Director of Marketing
We’ve packed your Online Business Center with important To the Distributors who did not attend the annual event
information such as qualification details and pricing, in Scottsdale last year, as well as to all the newcomers to
the Atlantic City welcome page, the biography of our our business, any successful leader will tell you that the
motivational speaker, Dean Lindsay, and still much, much key to becoming a successful entrepreneur is to attend
more. Check out the Point Tracker, so you can keep track as many meetings as you can. Not only will you connect
of how many points you have earned towards one of our with other hardworking Distributors who have a passion
for what they do, but you will learn valuable tips from
Immunotec’s masters and true leaders. These are the
people that have a deep desire, a dream… a vision. These
are the people that have the will to take their business,
incredible qualification packages. If you’ve qualified for a indeed the company, to the next level. If for no other
Gold or Platinum Package already, then take a look at the reason, you need to attend this event simply to learn
animation where you will see our annual event man walk from other Distributors who have been on the same road
the walk! This section is updated every day so you can see you are on now.
your daily progress! Check it out, if you haven’t already,
and let us know what you think of the animation and what Tomorrow is often the busiest day of the week. Take action
happens to the annual event man when you qualify! today as if it were impossible to fail.
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Why it’s Important
Regional Directors
to
Coach
your
Manon Courchesne
Team
Regional Sales Director, Eastern Canada Division
As with sports, a good business coach provides personalized guidance to his teammates in the
areas where they need the most support. As coach, it’s also an opportune time to reaffirm your
belief in their potential, and to affirm that they can build a successful business and fulfill their
goals and dreams.
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“Behavioral change is most successful when feedback is
offered and received in a positive environment where the
trial-and-error approach is encouraged.”
But How? Two compliments and two suggestions! • What I wanted to accomplish, but didn’t:
First, ask the following two questions:
• What did you like about…?
• What would you do differently…? • Challenges I’m facing right now:
Then, give your two compliments and two suggestions.
Important to remember:
• Provide feedback in a timely fashion • During our call, I’d like to discuss:
• Support feedback with specific examples
• Reinforce feedback with appropriate follow-up
• Actions I want to take within the next week:
To help you plan with your coaching strategy, use the
following guidelines:
Coaching Call Outline
1 Review the action plan your Distributor made on your
last call. Discuss activities and results since your last
conversation, and celebrate every success!
2 R
eaffirm the goals your Distributor is working toward.
These could be personal, business, or a company
promotion that s/he is striving for.
3 O
ffer support and guidance for any challenge. First
ask for her/his ideas. Then ask permission to give a few
suggestions. Recommend additional resources.
4 A
gree on actions the Distributor will take, and then
confirm your next coaching call. Have the Distributor
select the ideas s/he wants to implement right away.
Confirm the date & time for your next call. But stay
focused, and don’t discuss too many things at the
same time!
TIP: O
n any call, it’s smart to share a few business-building
ideas that relate to the Success Guide, current
promotions, and incentives.
Before Our Coaching Call
Distributor, please email this to me (your Sponsor) before
our call.
• What I’ve accomplished since our last call:
Be the leader you’re looking for!
Coach your team to qualify
for the Annual Event and set the pace to
• What I’m most excited about in my business right now:
Achieving Now… More than Ever!
See you and your team in Atlantic City!
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Regional Directors
Solutions
in a Challenging
John Frederick
Economy!
Regional Sales Director, Eastern U.S Division
For the past several months rising gasoline prices, the mortgage crisis, and several other
economic stories have been in the news. Have you heard a friend or neighbor comment
on the price of filling up their car? Has anyone you know complained about their rising
grocery bill? Do you have a family member who has been laid off from their job recently?
If you can answer any of these questions with a yes, then you’re not alone. The economy
continues to be a significant news story every day. So how does the economy relate to
your Immunotec business?
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“A challenging economy gives you an excellent opportunity
to discuss the reasons why a prospective Distributor should
choose the Immunotec business opportunity.”
W
What people really need in challenging economic times is
a way to earn an extra $300 to $500 per month, working
part-time. Earning additional income is within their grasp.
Many just don’t realize how to go about it. That’s where
you come in.
Here are four reasons why a prospective Distributor
should choose Immunotec:
• We are in the health and wellness industry which is
growing!
• Our Immunocal/HMS 90 product is patented, scientifically
Here are a few conversation starters: proven, and without substitute in the marketplace.
• “With this economy I’ve increased my income to • With our business opportunity, a Distributor can earn an
compensate for rising prices.” extra $500 per month, just working part-time or more
• “Have you considered raising your income to help out than $10,000 per month, working full-time. We have
with rising prices?” many Distributors earning that right now!
• “My wife and I are driving less, but we’re also focusing • Immunotec is making a significant investment to expand
more on our business to increase our income.” into the U.S., and is focused on turning a $40 million a
• “I’m so glad I have my part-time business, so I can handle year company into a $400 million a year one.
these increasing gas prices.” Most importantly, share your product and business story.
A challenging economy gives you an excellent opportunity Your personal experiences provide the passion that will
to discuss the reasons why a prospective Distributor show your enthusiasm for both our product line and our
should choose the Immunotec business opportunity. Each business opportunity. Take the time to show your prospect
Distributor has their own unique reason why they have how they can supplement their income at the same time
chosen to be a part of the Immunotec team. Take this offering a truly remarkable product that WILL benefit
opportunity to relay your passion and energy for your others. Immunotec Distributors can offer health and
business and product line, as well as your future success wealth! Who do you know that could use an extra $500 per
with the business. month in residual income?
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Pure Milk Calcium
The Doctors
is NOT a
Calcium Supplement!
It’s much, much more!
Jimmy Gutman, MD
I know it sounds strange, but when I hear people referring to Pure Milk Calcium as our “calcium
supplement”, I get defensive. You cannot hold Pure Milk Calcium next to any other calcium
supplement in the pharmacy or health-food store and make any comparisons other than saying
they both contain calcium – beyond that, the differences are profound.
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“So what is so different about Pure Milk Calcium?
We could say that this is the way nature intended
us to absorb calcium because milk is our first,
our original source of calcium.”
70 years old and are scrambling to try and regain what Figure 1 – Minerals and elements involved in optimal bone health.
you’ve already lost. Think of it like a registered retirement
savings plan (RRSP), investing early has vastly better
results than doing so later. And keep in mind, dietary
calcium requirements on a per weight basis is highest in
children and adolescents. Besides the obvious importance Calcium Phosphorus
• 99% found in bones • 85% bound to skeleton
of calcium in the health of bones, teeth, and gums, calcium • Integral part of bone • Supports
is involved with blood pressure control. Calcium is also structure building bone
critical for proper blood clotting, enzyme activation, nerve
transmission, cholesterol regulation, hormone function
copper
and other important functions. • Influences collagen magnesium
maturation • 66% found in bone
So what is so different about Pure Milk Calcium? We could • Contributes to bone • Enhances bone
strength Optimal density
say that this is the way nature intended us to absorb calcium Bone Health
because milk is our first, our original source of calcium.
Although true, some people may want to have a more
scientific perspective. The most basic way to examine this iron
• Co-factor for potassium
is to look at the actual constituents of Pure Milk Calcium. collagen synthesis Helps maintain
• Contributes to zinc bone density
Pure Milk Calcium is NOT a calcium supplement – bone density Co-factor for
it is a milk mineral complex. This complex involves bone mineralization
many components including magnesium, vitamin D, and collagenase
structure
phosphorus, potassium, iron, zinc, copper, and more
(see figure 1). These minerals are precisely combined
to reflect the make-up of human bone (see table 1). The
important roles these other substances play are profound,
only some of them are listed in the figure here. Table 1 – Pure Milk Calcium is the solution to BALANCED bone health
On a simple level, there is a very basic thing that
Mineral Bone Pure Milk Calcium
Immunotec is always getting back to, which is enhance the Calcium Citrate
natural way our bodies function. This is a calcium product Calcium 25% 24% 21%
that is derived from milk, the first and most natural source Phosphate 38% 40% 0%
of calcium we receive in our lifetimes. Not only does this
Magnesium 0.37% 1.4% 0%
product fit in with what we’re trying to do at Immunotec,
but it develops natural substances that truly have the edge Potassium 0.7% 0.8% 0%
on other supplements on the market, and stands up to the Zinc 0.005% 0.003% 0%
true scrutiny of science. Copper 0.0005% 0.0004% 0%
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Distributors’ Corner
News & Info
Welcome to Distributors’ Corner, a section of the magazine where new Distributors look to veteran
Distributors for business advice and guidance. Do you have questions about your Immunotec
business? Ever wonder what the best way to approach a new prospect is, or what the best follow-up
procedures are? Ask some of our field leaders who have achieved Gold level and above, and have
gained solid business experience and a proven track record of success.
A
be beneficial to us?”
and are hesitant about joining Immunotec. What can I A: Executive Diamond Distributor, James Spencer from
say to overcome this objection?”
A
Florida, answers: “Forming a corporation is very beneficial,
A: Diamond Distributor, Doug Morris from New York especially for the tax benefits. An Independant Distributor is
answers: “Dear William, the truth is, experiences range able to use a corporation to pay for many business expenses.
from very disappointing to extraordinarily positive. It Things like marketing materials, travel, restaurants, hotels,
would be easy to say that it was just sour grapes, lack of automobiles, gasoline, oil changes, tires, etc. can be paid for
personal effort, or one of many such excuses that resulted by the corporation. At the end of the month, quarter, or year
in the negative experience. I suggest taking on a more the difference in bonuses can be paid out to you personally,
positive approach. keeping you in a much lower tax bracket.
Network marketing is one of many valid business models. LLCs are usually created between two people who are not
As with every business, there are several criteria that are related to each other. If one or the other has a financial
critical to its success. Immunotec, a highly-respected reversal, the other person is not liable for their debt. That is
member of the Direct Selling Association (DSA), has the not necessarily true with married couples.
criteria that separate us from some of the less-reputed
There are a number of states that do not charge any
competition on the market.
corporate tax. Ask your tax accountant which states they are
1) Our company is built on solid science, conclusive medical and if possible, form a corporation in one of those states.
testing, and proven, effective, safe results. It’s backed by Make sure that you set aside one dollar out of every five
more than a dozen years of proven financial results and each month into an interest bearing account. This will keep
Distributor payouts. you out of trouble at the end of the year when taxes are
2) Immunotec rewards you for helping people genuinely due. Form an S-corporation rather than a C-corporation
feel better, it isn’t one of those companies whose payouts because a sole proprieter corporation has better benefits for
are recruitment-based, and thus inevitably disappoint. our type of business.
3) Our health products are without peer in the industry, Finally, a good time to form a corporation is when your
which financial forecasters expect to have the fastest income exceeds $50,000 a year. Both a husband and a wife
growth for years to come. can have a corporation when this criteria is met. Keep good
4) The investment required to succeed is nominal; indeed records on expenses, and keep a separate bank account
many of Immunotec’s wealthiest Distributors began where you put all your business proceeds. Pay all expenses
with very limited resources. from your business account so that at the end of the year your
bank statements will have a clear record of all activities.”*
We can all feel proud to be part of a company that has such
*This answer provides a personal opinion only. For specific details you
remarkable credentials. Ask your friend to do his homework
should always contact your accountant or legal advisor. The information
about Immunotec. Then ask him when he wants to start contained herin is also based on the U.S. experience. While Canadian
with his first box of Immunocal/HMS 90.” Distributors can also form an LLC, the specifics may vary.
Send your questions to Mona Andrei at mandrei@immunotec.com and they will be directed to one of our field leaders and could be
featured in one of our upcoming Focus editions.
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Industry News
Manon Courchesne’s & John Frederick’s
Top 10 Network Marketing Books
One of the best ways to stay focused on your business, and indeed, on yourself, is to read some of the
incredible motivational literature available on the market. In this column, Regional Sales Directors,
Manon Courchesne and John Frederick, offer some of their favorite reads!
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Business Beat
News & Info
As the CEO of your own company, it makes good Tip #3: Ask everyone you meet to share their business and
business sense to attend your own annual event. This product stories and ask permission to use their
is a key component for your success and the success of stories too!
your team.
Tip #4: Ask for business cards and write a key word on the
Why? Because this is THE opportunity of the year where back of each card to remember your conversation.
you can meet, share, talk, hear, and learn from your peers,
Tip #5: B
ring your business cards too! If you don’t have any,
and come back with a wealth of information, helpful tips,
now would be a great time to have some made!
and a vision for your future. To help you maximize your
experience in Atlantic City, here are my 10 tips on how to Tip #6: At all times, have a pen and pad handy to capture
network at the annual event. tips and quotable quotes.
Tip #1: Get out of your comfort zone; make the Tip #7: P
ractice active listening; listen to other people’s
commitment to talk with people you don’t know ideas using verbal and non-verbal support, letting
on each of the three days! the speaker know you are listening and interested.
You will be amazed at how much information you
Tip #2: Be prepared; using a combination of open-ended
can gather to help you build your business!
questions, have some business-building questions
• Verbal encouragement includes saying things
handy, such as:
such as “I see” and “Go on”.
• What are your top three tips to build fast?
• Non-verbal encouragement includes nodding,
• How do you lead your team?
making eye contact, smiling and other facial
• How do you overcome objections? expressions, hand movements and a receptive
• What is your best advice for any new Distributor posture.
starting his Immunotec business?
Tip #8: B
e open to different points of view.
Tip #9: B
e aware of the power of a good hand shake; it says
a lot about you!
Tip #10: Have fun!
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IMMUNOTEC’S ANNUAL EVENT
Atlantic City, New Jersey… September 12 to 14, 2008
The place is Atlantic City. The time is now! The reason is you!
This one weekend will give you the clarity, the confidence, the training and tools to achieve…
now more than ever!
§
L egs that are used for promotion must be
(100 points for 1 person, personally-sponsored.
140 points for 2 people)
Enjoy FREE airfare*, hotel accommodations,
and entry to the Gala Awards evening!
*Airfare includes round trip economy-class airfare from a major airport near the qualifier’s
place of business as determined by Immunotec. It also includes ground transportation
Gala Awards between the event and the airport. Qualifiers must have all required travel documents
(e.g. valid passport) prior to departure. Travel route and transportation will be arranged
For $100 you can join us at the Gala Awards evening without by Immunotec at its sole discretion. Distributors who qualify for airfare must finalize their
travel arrangements with Immunotec in writing no later than the end of the day Friday,
qualifying with a package†. August 22, 2008.
†Spaceat the Gala Awards evening is limited; qualifiers
will get priority seating. Packages available for purchase only ®
as space permits.
Hot Distributors
Decidedly
Diamond:
“When you take action,
when you believe in yourself,
One Distributor’s
and when you position yourself
in a winning environment,
you are assuring yourself
that anything is possible.” Journey to the Top
Just over a year ago, when Steve Vermette was at Immunotec’s 2007 Annual Event in Scottsdale,
Arizona, he stood up amongst his peers in the audience and made a public commitment to go
Diamond within the following six months. When November came and went with his deadline,
and Steve was still Gold, he recommitted, refocused, and realigned himself and his actions to
fulfill his goal.
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Diamond Distributor) Rénald Plamondon, has taught me, training. It’s only a matter of sharing this great news with
is that when you take action, when you believe in yourself, all those who are around us.”
and when you position yourself in a winning environment,
When it comes to your health, Steve says there are two
you are assuring yourself that anything is possible.” approaches. “Either you do everything you can to remain
Anyone who knows Steve knows that he’s worked hard or become healthy, or you hope against hope that nothing
towards this achievement, but also that he’s demonstrated goes wrong,” he said. “For me it’s about rediscovering a
a lot of passion. Steve attends his team’s monthly meeting better quality of life – and keeping it. And when I hear the
called Samedi d’Apprendre (Saturday Training) at the head stories from people who take the product, I am all the more
office, and organizes his own meeting called Samedi d’être convinced, all the more passionate.”
en santé (Healthy Saturday), both designed to go over And this year, as with the other eight years that Steve has
Immunotec products and scientific research, as well as the been with Immunotec, he is headed for the annual event
business opportunity. “These are perfect venues to reach in Atlantic City. He says attending is a must, because he
out to new Distributors, and to ensure that established is continually on the lookout for new business tools, new
Distributors are both comfortable with the language and contacts, and, perhaps most importantly, to seek out that
are able to duplicate the system.” source of inspiration that whets his appetite and keeps him
moving forward.
Along with his business as an Immunotec Distributor,
Steve also works as a journalist. It’s a fast-paced career that “When you hear people like Paul Zane Pilzer, Pat Pearson,
keeps him very busy, but he says while reporting the news and some of the other incredible motivational speakers
is exciting, he is often the bearer of bad news. “One of the that have been at the corporate events, you are fueled with
great things about being an Immunotec Distributor is that the energy and the enthusiasm that is the bread and butter
it brings a balance to my life that I may not otherwise get to of your business. It’s truly enriching,” Steve said.
experience because of my profession,” he said. “When you Whether Steve is attending a corporate event, participating
have the opportunity to share incredible products that you in a local tradeshow, or helping to organize a monthly
know are going to have a significant effect on the lives of the meeting, he says remaining active, involved, and focused are
people you care about, it’s very rewarding.” Steve says that some of the approaches that have helped him to overcome
he has felt this drive to share good news since discovering obstacles, and achieve Diamond. He is convinced that these
Dr. Bounous’ research, and meeting the man back in 2000. same approaches will help him with his next goal: going
And, Steve says, he feels confident that now, more than Executive Diamond.
ever, Immunotec is positioned to achieve great things, “Having the opportunity to share a discovery that has so
and that the products and the people are in place. “Today, incredibly benefitted the health of so many people is simply
everything that a Distributor needs to succeed is at his an incredible feeling,” Steve said. “Receiving a residual
disposal. The market is hungry for the products we have income for doing something that feels great anyway, is what
to offer and there are effective business tools and regular makes this opportunity truly spectacular.”
Steve and his wife, Maryse, with their three daughters (from left to right), Kim, Danika, and Frédéryk.
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Conferencing with
Hot Distributors
Team Hester
Margo Hester had been quietly, but consistently, growing her Immunotec business since
becoming a Distributor in September of 2007. Then, last March, something changed, and she
promoted to Silver, her Total Organizational Volume (TOV) doubled, tripled, and quadrupled,
and so did her check. In May, Margo promoted to Gold, and her confidence skyrocketed.
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Margo, Cory and their 12-year old daughter, Morgan
decided to become a Distributor,” said Cory. “Margo and “Since taking the products, I have experienced such mental
I had been trying to find a business that we both enjoyed, sharpness and awareness, and my family has benefitted
and could work towards as a team. We knew immediately tremendously along with me,” Margo said, explaining
that Immunotec was the answer.” that her husband’s cholesterol level has decreased, and her
12-year old daughter Morgan’s allergies have subsided.
The business training that Margo has received at corporate
“When I became involved with the business, I became
events such as Leadership School, as well as the strong
computer savvy – but I also became a leader. It feels pretty
support of her Sponsor and sister-in-law, Gold Distributor
incredible.”
Gail Ransom and brother, Diamond Distributor,
Aurelius Ransom, have made all the difference to the Cory has had his share of success, both with the products,
success of Margo and her husband Cory. as well as with his business, despite having only joined a
“Margo and I had been trying to find a business that we both enjoyed, and could
work towards as a team. We knew immediately that Immunotec was the answer.”
— Cory Hester
“Gail and Aurelius are continually encouraging and few short months ago. “The first month I joined, I had the
supporting us, and it’s made such a difference to our goal of going Silver, which I did. Now, I am focused on
business,” said Margo. “Aurelius would be on all our going Gold by the end of August, and Diamond by the end
conference calls when we first started hosting them, and of the year,” he said.
coached us to persist even when there was only one person Aurelius Ransom, Margo and Cory’s upline, says he’s seen a
on the line. I learned to duplicate his actions and have pretty incredible change in his sister, as well as Cory. “They
gained a lot of confidence.” have both developed into outstanding leaders and are
Margo has been an entrepreneur for close to a decade, setting the pace for others on their team. They also project
owning her own beauty salon and working as a stylist. a very relaxed style, which I think makes other people feel
Cory has worked in the construction business for years, comfortable doing the business, and helps them to become
and both he and his wife were looking for a line of work more productive as well.”
that they could continue to do into their golden years, With Cory now officially on board, focused and ready,
providing them with a supplemented income and a less and Margo by his side, team Hester is ready to take on the
physically-demanding profession. world, one conference call at a time.
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“Our focus is on Atlantic City.
My goal for my team – for my family –
is for us all to walk across that stage
together; each of us having promoted
to the next level. It’s important because
we attend as a team, and we promote
as a team.”
Shaping Up for
For Marion and Gary Henderson, their Immunotec business is like a game of basketball. They say
they’ll keep doing the drills because they know their practice will eventually pay off with a mighty
score in the big game. Their drills include attending corporate events, participating in training calls,
and continually using the business tools. And the mighty score, sweet in so many ways, will be to
experience the success of the many leaders whose actions they have sought to duplicate since first
coming on board as Distributors.
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For Marion, there’s no question about the importance of has continued to receive coaching from her once a month.
attending the events. She’s at Leadership School, Set the Pace “A big part of what I realized at last year’s event is that the
events – and even comes to Immunotec’s head office for the first thing I need to work on, if I am to succeed, is me,”
yearly barbecue. “My motto is: Will Travel for Training!” said Marion. And really, if everyone who attended the
Marion said. And with this year’s annual event fast upcoming event walked away with just this one central
approaching, there’s no doubt she’s attending, but she also insight, it alone would be worth the trip.
has a specific goal in mind. Talking to Marion and Gary, as well as to their family, it’s
clear that they are motivated and have big aspirations. And
“Our focus is on Atlantic City. My goal for my team – for
keeping with their theme that life, that Immunotec, are
my family – is for us all to walk across that stage together;
both like a game of basketball, one thing they said really
each of us having promoted to the next level. It’s important struck a chord.
because we attend as a team, and we promote as a team.”
“The only difference between a ‘little shot’ and a ‘big shot’ is
And this kind of focus, this kind of enthusiasm and drive, that a big shot is a little shot that kept on firing,” said Gary.
is what her husband, Jami and Justin, believe make Marion From where we sit, both Marion and Gary have a spark that
the kind of leader that is an indispensable force for her still has plenty of fire, and we have no doubt that they will
entire team, in and outside her own household. both make slam dunks – soon.
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Hot Distributors
2007 President’s
Award Winner
Back from European Extravaganza
Through the aqua blue and sparkling greens of the Mediterranean Sea, around the quaint
white houses that dot the sand banks of the Greek islands, up and back again through
the long and narrow canals of Italy and the stunning scenes in Croatia, Gisèle Beaulieu,
the 2007 qualifier for the President’s Award, is recently back from her all-expenses paid
8-day, 7-night European cruise.
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“The Annual Event experience is enriching beyond any other single activity,
and gives me the motivation to move my business forward. Just simply
being in the same room with other Distributors, trainers, and speakers fills
me with an effervescent feeling.”
“What an extraordinary experience,” Gisèle sighed have an invaluable gift to share, and so I approach people
in contentment, soon after returning from her with confidence.”
European adventure that she earned after accumulating
Next stop for Gisèle is the 2008 Annual Event. When asked
the highest amount of Action Points during the
if she was going to attend, her response was immediate.
2006-2007 President’s Circle qualification period. “The
“Of course I’ll be there – I go every year!” she said. “This
ship was luxurious. I felt like I was on a floating city with
experience is enriching beyond any other single activity,
all the amenities I could dream of. There were people there
and gives me the motivation to move my business
from all over the world, and really, the whole experience
forward. Just simply being in the same room with other
felt almost surreal.”
Distributors, trainers, and speakers fills me with an
Nobody was more surprised than Gisèle when she effervescent feeling.”
received the President’s Award for accumulating
For Gisèle, this line of work is first and foremost about
530 Action Points within the one-year qualification period.
helping people, but as her business grows and she gains
Indeed, she had barely joined Immunotec in April when the
momentum, she has recognized the incredible business
President’s Circle promotion was launched in May, 2006.
opportunity for herself, and other Distributors on her
“When I first heard that Gisèle Beaulieu had earned growing team.
the President’s Award, I was sure there must be another
“My goal now is to help the Distributors on my team to
Immunotec Distributor who had the same name as I
attain their objectives, to duplicate the message, and to
did,” she laughed. “I was stunned, but I realized at that
make these products and this opportunity accessible to
point that I was proof that anything was possible with
the greatest number of people,” Gisèle said. “Immunotec is
Immunotec – even for people working on a part-time
about teamwork. The beauty is in the process, where you’re
basis like I was.”
able to spread the message of good health, and meet some
Gisèle hit the ground running. She started in April, went pretty incredible people along the way.”
Silver in May, and was Gold by the month of June. To say
she is passionate about the products would be an extreme Gisèle on her cruise through Italy, Greece, and Croatia.
understatement, and while she is petite, she packs plenty
of punch, and when she speaks about the products, the
business – the opportunity – people listen.
“When I began to see my close friends, some of whom had
serious health challenges, begin to regain their quality of
life, I started talking to everyone I met that I thought could
benefit from these products as well,” Gisèle said. “I never
seek to convince people, but rather to inform them of an
opportunity to improve their health.”
Today, just over two years later, Gisèle says she no longer
feels like she has to step out of her comfort zone when she
introduces new people to the Immunotec products and
opportunity – it just comes naturally. “Since becoming a
Distributor, I have had the opportunity to see the positive
effect these products have had on the lives of people that
I love, and even those that I just met. Today I feel like I
Focus 23
Atlantic City Qualifiers
Recognition
M.-Paule Corriveau Cory Hester Steeve Lamontagne Monique Lebel John Solleder Maryse Perreault
April 04/08
april promotions
Steve Vermette Victoria Clark Teodolinda DaRosa Hélène Martineau Laura McCallum Carolyn McGlynn
Diamond Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver
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april silver dollars
Sarah Anthony Carl Deaton Fausta Magee Colette Thériault Greg Anthony Dave Harnaha
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May 05/08
May promotions
Recognition
Margo Hester Stanislas Khoriakov Marilyn Moseley Jérome April Brenda Clark Francine Goulet
Gold Gold Gold Silver Silver Silver
Claire Lamarre Irina Lopez Donna Pattermann Kris Spencer Denise Beaulieu Juanita Foncette
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May silver dollar – cont’d
Distributor Name Amount Distributor Name Amount
Tracey E. Graham $200 Nlandu Mbenza Wanzungasa $200
Kathy Gray $200 Jérome April $100
Dave A. Harnaha $200 Diane Arthur $100
Reese Hunt $200 Rima Barsegyan $100
Drena Jarrin $200 Denise Beaulieu $100
Angelika Jones $200 Jean-Pierre Bourgeois $100
Stanislav Khoriakov $200 Scott Butler $100
Melvin McFarland Gino King $200 Brenda Clark $100
Joyce Kuruliak $200 Chantal Couchouron $100
Robert Laberge $200 Pierre Crevier $100
Claire Lamarre $200 Ariane Davenport $100
Marla Logozar $200 Mary Fields $100
David Lopez $200 Juanita Foncette $100
Irina Lopez $200 Paul Fregeau $100
Cecilia-Alma Mandac $200 Steve Friel $100
Nicole Marois $200 L. Bouhot & E. Galeano $100
Florence Martin $200 Francine Goulet $100
Ray Pattermann Ruzanna Martirosyan $200 Cory Hester $100
Laura Mccallum $200 Samuel Hoggar $100
Dorothy & Timothy Milbourne $200 Hélène Jalbert $100
Dale Miller $200 Elisabeth Kiraly $100
Todd Miller $200 Steeve Lamontagne $100
Lois A. Morales $200 Nicole Larivière $100
Holly Morquecho $200 Gilles Leblanc $100
Dr. Elena Morreale-Rosa $200 David Lessard $100
Meraris Neira $200 Melvin Mcfarland $100
Lal Palliyaguru $200 Sylvie Paquette $100
Cathy Purvis Elizabeth Patrick $200 Donnalee Pattermann $100
Ray Pattermann $200 Chantal Pelletier $100
Maryse Perreault $200 Ayanna Pierson $100
Nguon-Eng Phok $200 Cathy Purvis $100
Céline Plourde $200 Ethel Rizarri $100
Gail Ransom $200 Roy Rosado $100
Elise Richie $200 Carole Royer $100
Alain Soumillon $200 Mery Salazar $100
Kris Spencer $200 Veronica Smith $100
Kenneth Stovall $200 Sylvie St-Germain $100
Ebony Taylor Mary Kay Szynskie $200 Ebony Taylor $100
Steven Szynskie $200 Tom L. Thomson $100
Colette Thériault $200 Tish Tischina $100
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“Our future success will be built on the
foundation of our truly remarkable,
efficacious, and scientifically-based
Message
products, and our legacy of integrity.”
James A. Northrop
President & CEO
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