Justin & Lauren Stern

Full-time IBOs

Sandton, Johannesburg

Justin and Lauren are the proud parents of a gorgeous little boy, Jared. As a result of their successful Amway business, they are in the fortunate position to be full-time parents, bringing Jared up with their values, surrounded by like-minded people. Being able to control their own diaries is a wonderful part of their life.

Independence, freedom, financial control and flexibility were Justin and Lauren's main reasons for building an Amway business. The ability to put their lives under their control without outside forces such as a boss, customers, interest rates and various other variables determining their future, was very appealing to them.

Whilst building the business, Justin and Lauren have had to learn to understand and lead people whilst getting used to working together. In striving for their goals, they have learnt that improvement does not depend on others; it comes from within.

Their Founders Emerald Qualification is just a stepping stone to higher qualifications. Although very proud and grateful to be Founders Emerald, Justin and Lauren are always growing and moving forward, helping others. They look forward to many more Emeralds in their business and a Diamond pin in the near future.

To Justin and Lauren, Amway represents an opportunity to help others achieve a better life for themselves and family. It affords anyone the chance of putting their future in their own hands. All you need is ambition, diligence and a willingness to be taught to enjoy success in the business.
Anthony & Galetea Lipshitz

Owner of a software consulting company and full-time IBO and
mom

Linksfield, Johannesburg

Anthony and Galetea's main reason for building the business is to create time and experiences with their three children, Danya (10), Detan (7) and Tal (3).

Anthony and Galetea embarked upon their journey to success ten years ago. Their trust in an incredible team of people who were committed to helping them achieve their goals was their motivation to starting the business. The opportunity to create an additional income stream, create leverage and travel as well as the fear of missing a great opportunity were further reasons for their decision.

The personal development that the business facilitates has changed Anthony and Galetea's thinking and relationships. Whilst building the business, they have had to develop a 'we will until' mentality, learning the importance of setting goals and perseverance.

Reaching Emerald affi rms that results are both predictable and inevitable if you stay the course. Anthony and Galetea are very excited about the earning potential and travel opportunities. Their Emerald qualifi cation has given them the belief that they can assist others to do the same and Diamond is absolutely achievable.

Their involvement in the business has enabled them to realise that success is not just a measure of income and status, but more importantly having control of their time. 'It is the best opportunity we have seen to get out of the rat race, be full-time parents, travel the world and assist other people to achieve their goals,' believe Anthony and Galetea.
Carol & Vincent Polden

Real Estate Owners

Cape Town

In 1997, Carol was actively looking for a business opportunity and was actually in the process of negotiating the purchase of a franchise when she heard about Amway. The Amway business opportunity, with no risk and little capital requirements, made absolute sense to her and she immediately signed up. In 2000, Vincent joined her on their journey to success.

Amway has given both Carol and Vincent control over their lives. As two professionals with multiple degrees, Carol and Vincent were previously unable to make a living earning both time and money. Carol and Vincent now own their own company and lead a very different lifestyle, travelling and spending quality time together as a family.

Perhaps the biggest hurdle that Carol and Vincent had to overcome while building their successful and sustainable business was learning how to prioritise their time whilst simplifying their lives to make space for what mattered most in their lives: themselves and their family. The Amway business initially demanded a great deal of organising at both their office and home.

Their Emerald Qualification is proof of their association with winners. They value the excellent, inspirational leaders and mentors who have truly walked the talk and who have their best interests at heart. Within the next twelve to fourteen months, Carol and Vincent are focussing on 'creating a duplication machine that turns out winner upon winner'.
Arend & Mariana Brink

Director of an International Consulting
Company and Training and Development
Manager

Pretoria

Three years ago, Arend and Mariana were absolutely time bankrupt. Arend was the Managing Director of an international consulting firm which was expanding internationally and this demanded extensive overseas travel. Mariana, on the other hand, was a Training and Development Manager for a region within a large corporate company. Due to their hectic lifestyles, their children unfortunately had very little quality time with their parents. It was only after Arend and Mariana saw how people were changing their lives through Amway that they realised that they could adopt a new lifestyle and have more time for their family through this opportunity.

Thanks to their Amway Business, Mariana was able to replace her income and resigned from her full-time job at the end of 2006 to be with their children on a full-time basis.

While their Sapphire qualification is very exciting for Arend and Mariana, it marks the beginning of a journey towards Emerald and Diamond. They believe that people deserve freedom and they would like to help as many other people as possible achieve it.

Amway has become Arend and Mariana's future. With such a sound foundation, coupled with an incredible track record, Amway continues to inspire Arend and Mariana to take their business from strength to strength.