Starting out fresh- New business!

March 18th, 2017 I started a new business, and I can't be more excited to share this with everyone!!

You might be wondering what the heck was I thinking? 👀

Ok, I'll tell you what I was thinking:   I absolutely LOVE this product line, I wanted a discount on purchases for myself, and lastly, WHY NOT?

I am now an Independent Designer with Origami Owl!

I mean, have you SEEN the jewelry yet??

It all started with this:

This is my work lanyard. I still work outside the home as an Educational Assistant in an elementary school. A good friend of mine, who I've known online only for about 10 years now, has  been a Designer with Origami Owl, or O2 as we designers call it, since the beginning... Well, she asked a simple question on Facebook: Who has to wear a badge for work?  I answered of course, and then I got a message from her that there was a sale on the lanyard locket badge holders if I was interested. What do you think I did? Well, you guessed right. I bought one!!  I even ordered extra charms to add to my locket. The original one came with a school bus charm, the pencil charm, a set of books with an apple charm, and the leaf charms. 

I honestly fell in love with the charms and the locket!

Since March, I have been doing A LOT! The top photo is of me wearing the Hostess Exclusive look that I earned for FREE for the month of July. The next three photos are items that I put together for other people (I never watermarked these for some reason, lol). And the last photo is my typical booth set up for events.   I have done at least one event every month since starting in March, and I have only had ONE event where I didn't sell even one charm, which is amazing. 

Just a couple weeks ago, I had the opportunity to attend my first ever O2 Experience. This year's convention marked the 5th anniversary of O2! That's right, O2 has only been a thriving direct sale business for 5 years now, but it's been around a bit longer than that! Go take a look at how O2 started here:  https://kiralee.origamiowl.com/ourstory

Now I have a VIP Group on FB, and I'm working towards my first goal: getting enough points to earn the incentive trip to the Riviera Maya in March!! I have until December 30th to get an additional 80 points, which means I need to start building a team, getting my team volume to be no less than 2000tv a month, and getting no less than 500pv (that's personal volume) per month. My goal is to get a minimum of 100 points so I can take my daughter on the trip with me. Even if I only get 80 points, I can go on the trip just myself, but I really want my daughter to go with me so we can celebrate her birthday in style! The trip is just a few days before her 18th birthday! 

I'll be updating this blog more, now that I have more exciting things to talk about! 

Find me and follow me on the other platforms!

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/o2kiralee/

Instagram and Twitter: @o2kiralee

My Website: https://kiralee.origamiowl.com

I'M IN LOVE WITH ORIGAMI OWL!!!

#DESIGNERFORLIFE

#O2LOVE

#O2KIRALEE

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Why Mia Bella Candles?

I have been asked this question many times recently- Why did I choose to sell Mia Bella Candles?

Here's why:
First of all, I have extremely strong allergies (I consider them to be severe) to anything scented. I can't even walk down the laundry isle or the candle isle in the stores without getting a headache and going into a sneezing fit. An online friend sent me a candle sample back in the fall of 2006, and it shocked me- I had no reaction to the scent. It was the signature scent- Sweet Orange and Chili Pepper. :o) That alone, the fact I had no sensitive reaction to the scented candle, made me want to try others...

Secondly, I was looking for a work from home job, and had been for over a year. I had been laid off from my retail job in 2005, and looked at many different scenarios. I had thought I found a good business I could do so I could stay home with my two children at the time. In reality, I still am with that other company, but I stuck with them for the product line (also helped me allergy wise). Then I found a fun business called Noah's Ark Animal Workshop- I was successful (in my eyes) with that for two years (and I would LOVE to get that restarted again in the future becasue it was fun and rewarding in many ways). But I didn't think what I was going to make enough just with NAAW, and didn't want all my eggs in one basket, so to speak. ;o) That's when my friend sent me the candle sample. As soon as I signed up, I put a lot of effort into it- getting business cards, purchasing the sample bag, telling all my friends about the amazing candles I found that didn't bother my allergies... I was having fun, many friends would ask me to bring my scent sample bag to birthday parties, and I would end up getting orders every time. For nearly two years, I was selling my Candle of the Month package almost as soon as it arrived on my doorstep. At one point I was doing at least $200 retail in sales per month. Not much, but at the time it was incredible for me.

Then family problems arose, and I had to quit all of my direct sales businesses because we moved out of the country for two years in 2009. These businesses were not available where I went. I spent the whole entire two years planning on which business I was going to start back up first as soon as I came back to the States.  My challenge was going to be moving to a new state. As soon as I arrived back in 2011, I called and got back onto the Candle of the Month Distributorship program and haven't looked back since!

A little about Scent-sations/Mia Bella

Mia Bella Candles are a proprietary blend of vegetable and palm wax, making them a cleaner burning candle than what you see in the stores now, and the wick is 100% cotton, with the base of the wick lead free. They also retain thier scent much longer, burn at a lower temperature, and can easily be cleaned up with just soap and water. Highly recommended fo9r people who have scent allergies or sensitive noses like mine! ;o)

Mia Bella Candles come in over 100 different scents. There are three different double wicked (for more even burning) jar sizes; 9oz, 16oz, and 26oz; 2.5oz votives; Mia Melts, for the flameless fans; and a few amazing lines of specialty candles that you WILL NOT FIND ANYWHERE ELSE!

                  

Distributor options

If you think that Mia Bella is a good fit for you and my team, let me give you some options to work with. ;o)
Becoming a Distributor is only available in the United States and Canada at the moment.

1.  Associate Distributor. This is a great way to get your foot in the door without a signup fee or minimum monthly requirments. You have the ability to purchase the candles at wholesale price (about 15-30% more than the Autoship distributor levels) and participate fully in the basic compensation program. You do not get a website as a general rule, but you may opt in for a company replicated website for $14.95 a month.
2. Autoship Distributor. You must maintain a minimum autoship volume of $39.95 a month. With the autoship, you have a number of options to choose from, as well as the ability to purchase candles at BELOW wholesale price. A company replicated website is included with your autoship price. :o)

There are many ways to earn with Mia Bella!

• Retail Sales- earn with home parties, craft fairs, "Smell and Sell" events, and many, many other ways!
• Fundraisers- Help schools and other organizations raise money through fundraising! We have many options for fundraisers, even a specialized catalog and order forms, or create your own.
• Residual income- Build a team and earn from your distributor sales at the same time as you are retailing products!
• Qualified Vendor Program- Great new program that has no minimum selling requirements or signup fees, and great profit! Perfect for small business to help them boost business in their stores, or even mall kiosks! With a qualifying purchase you can get a FREE display rack! ;o)

Soooo much potential with Mia Bella, I could go on and on and on! But I will hold back and refrain from spilling everything, lol.

Want more information about becoming a Mia Bella Distributor or Qualified Vendor?  Contact me: kiraleesandoval@gmail.com with Interested in becoming a Mia Bella Distributor/Vendor in the subject line, or go online to my website at www.kira.scent-team.com/opportunity.php to read more about the different options. If you an Oregon resident, and live in Yamhill, Polk, Marion, Tillamook, or Washington Counties, I would love to meet up for a Show and Smell!  I currently reside in western Yamhill County, closer to Polk and Tillamook Counties. 

Ready for the summer?? Try these amazing Candles to prep yourself!! Also *NEW* Charity Candles!

Summer is right around the corner, but are you truly ready?  How about some inspiration to help you get summer ready! :o)

Start off on a Tropical Vacation, with our newest addition to our 16oz Jar Candles:

Tropical Paradise-The aroma of exotic tropical fruits including, pineapple, dragon fruit, star fruit, papaya, and mango.

A little too hot in Paradise? How does an Orange Creamsicle sound?  :o)  Go to our 20oz Signature Collection, and you will find this one:

Orange dreamsicle - You'll be taken back to a hot summer day with this cool, refreshing ice cream treat. Warning....this is so scrumptious you might end up reaching for a spoon instead of a match.

If that gets you too cold, it's time to hit the beach, with one of these three amazing 20oz Signature Candles:

Beachcomber (on the left) and Island Getaway (on the right)- 

This Fresh water fragrance has the character of a mountain stream, blended with crisp airy notes of cool sea breezes.

Sea Treasure
Imagine walking barefoot on the beach...the sun in your face...the fresh smell of the ocean in the air, you look down and see one of it's many treasures a beautiful glowing starfish. Now you can enjoy this experience any time, any weather, anywhere.

If you enjoyed those newer candles, you might also enjoy revisiting some old classics, spruced up with different labels in our line of Charity Candles. These candles are some of our best selling scents, paired with a new label to help out an amazing Charity- The Wildlife Conservation Society!    There are 5 different 16oz Jar candles, which retail at $23.95, and Scent-sations will donate $3 per jar candle to The Wildlife Conservation Society..

Marine Turtles 16oz Jar (Ocean Mist)

A marine fragrance with a strong watery seaside character and a white flower body. The fragrance notes are supported by a woody patchouli background.

Green Cheeked Parrot 16oz Jar  (Tropical Paradise)

The aroma of exotic tropical fruits including, pineapple, dragon fruit, star fruit, papaya, and mango. 

 Polar Bears 16oz Jar (Sea Breeze)
A cool breeze infused with the smell of a subtle perfume.

Tigers 16oz Jar (Sweet Orange and Chili Pepper)
A zingy, zesty, orange-eeee smell that you will never forget!

Giant Pandas 16oz Jar (Bamboo & Watermint)
This exotic scent blends rare bamboo , together with herbaceous and refreshing hints of mint, while sheer notes of jasmine lend a natural softness and beauty.

Remember, all of these candles are available on my website, at www.kira.scent-team.com.

And as always, I'm looking for more team members! Get more information about becoming a distributor at http://www.kira.scent-team.com/registration/join.php  Many incentives and many different ways to earn a paycheck through Mia Bella/Scent-sations! ;o)

Inspiration from iLiving App!

Seven Life Lessons I Learned from an Evergreen
By Eden E. Hopper
EvergreenEden.com

1. The evergreen tree lives up to its name every day of its life, staying true to its colors, even when the world is grey.

2. It shares its peace and beauty with all who come near it, no matter what they look like or what they believe.

3. It sways and dances, whispering strength to all its neighbors and its fuzzy little tenants, when the harsh Santa Ana winds come whipping up the face of the mountain.

4. It makes a safe, warm haven for those it harbors in its care, giving them shelter and comfort from the cold.

5. It bows gracefully when the heavy snows come down.

6. It stays firmly rooted to the ground through it all.

7. And last but not least, it grows just a little bit everyday as it strives to reach towards heaven!

Those are 7 things I need to remember myself!

This tiny bit of inspiration came from something new. Something unique out there, groundbreaking, and amazing!! I'm normally not one of those people to jump into a new opportunity while it's ground-floor  but iLiving App, or iLA, is too cool to pass up on!! Here's some info for you (taken directly from the website itself):

iLA (The Inspired Living Application) is a one of a kind, cutting edge mobile application that makes it possible for the average person to profit from the exploding mobile application industry.  iLA has done something that has never been done before.  We have combined three multi-billion dollar industries to create a viral phenomenon, and you are in a unique position at the beginning of it all.  

iLA has created a powerful mobile platform that delivers unparalleled personal development content to anyone that wants to reach new levels of success in life.  Once a week, a professionally produced, content rich video is delivered to your mobile device on topics that include….    

Goal setting

Time Management

Personal development

Business development

Leadership development

Wealth building and financial management 

Personal motivation and more

So different than what is currently out there for mobile apps, AND the best part is- you DON'T HAVE TO HAVE A SMART PHONE to be able to take advantage of this either... you can access the website from your desktop or tablet as well!

The videos that are available to view so far are phenomenal. Just this morning I watched a short 6 minute video about what personal development truly means. When I watch these videos I certainly will be taking notes with a pen and a piece of paper! ;o)

Since this is still ground-floor  content is still being developed, but there are blog posts so far, such as the one I posted at the beginning of this post... and there are a couple of videos so far. The most interesting thing is that they have developed a great compensation plan for people who need that extra income.
There are three options for enrolling with iLA:

1. Free: you only receive the weekly videos-no access to the archives or to the website, and not eligible for participation in the matrix referral program
2. Retail: you pay $6.95 a month: receive the weekly videos, but now you have access to the archives. Still not eligible for participation in the matrix referral program
3. Associate: for $9.95 you have full privileges- access to the archives, website access, a personal website to share/promote, and the ability to earn from the matrix referral program.

I'm excited to be a part of this- there are nearly 50,000 associates so far. What makes me the most excited is that the developer and the ground-breaker for this app is from the area where I am living right now, and the headquarters are in the same town I currently work in!!  McMinnville, Oregon, is a small town, but has some BIG things! ;o) It makes it so exciting because it's local! 

So, if you are interested in checking out what iLA is all about, go to my website and watch the videos: http://www.iLivingApp.com/kiralee  If you like what you see, feel free to contact me or go ahead and sign up!

Oh, BTW- it's available GLOBAL!!!
Kira Sandoval :o)

Easter and more!!

I just LOVE selling this amazing candles! Scent-sations keeps coming out with so many amazing candles, I can't keep up! ;o)

I will start with the Easter Candles:

NEW!  Easter Bunnies - Blended in perfect harmony, the unique, refreshing scent of Sweet Orange and Chili Pepper mixed with Vanilla produces an amazing fragrance sure to please!
$24.95 20oz jar

 Returning for a limited time only: 

Easter Hyacinth - Smells like the beginning of spring!
$19.95 16oz jar

Also returning for a limited time only:

Chocolate Cherry Cream -  This mouth watering fragrance is the perfect blend of creamy milk chocolate, tart cherries and sweet cream.

$19.95 16oz jar

And this will now be one of my FAVORITE NEW Signature Candles:

Inspiration - Stargazer Lily Fragrance - An exceptional, exotic and soothing fragrance.

$24.95 20oz jar

As always, these candles are available through my website at www.kira.scent-team.com.

:o)

More exciting news coming soon for anyone interested in joining my team! I can not wait to share the exciting changes to the company!  Get ready for it!!!