Everyone loves a good “comeback” story. Some of the best stories happen just when you think all hope is lost, or when there is no possible way for success to happen.
One of my favorite comeback stories is Rudy, a young, hard-working, academically challenged young man trying to achieve his latest dream of playing soccer at Notre Dame. Ironically, he had no luck with the Irish throughout his journey. Rudy was told “no” and was rejected over and over again by his teachers, his coaches, his family and even his girlfriend. Rudy never gave up. He worked hard and continued to pursue his passion.
Finally, Rudy achieved his dream! He played in a soccer game at Notre Dame, and he was a huge inspiration to his teammates, they put him on their shoulders and took him off the field when the game was over.
Rudy’s story is an inspiration to me. Can you identify with Rudy?
My story
My story began years ago when my daughter was on the “Junior Miss” (Distinguished Young Women) show that featured talent, aptitude, and the dreaded interview. I thought my daughter could use a little boost in her interviewing skills and pomp, so I looked for a pageant coach.
I discovered Barbie Bassett, who at the time was the WLBT chief meteorologist in Jackson, Mississippi (and a real-life Barbie, to be honest). Training my daughter was her priority, but then Barbie came up to me to tell me about something completely different, something called Rodan + Fields.
Barbie Bassett was asking me to join her in a social commerce venture. I immediately said no. How could I be successful in business if I am also a mother, wife, college employee, and community advocate?
Why not me?
A year later, in 2012, it suddenly hit me. How could I NOT do this?
My life was changing before my eyes. My daughter was now a senior in high school about to go off to college, and my second daughter was going to college soon. My husband was about to retire; my parents were getting old. Many changes!
The changes in my life made me realize that I want to spend more time with my family so that I can soak up each and every moment with them.
So, I called Barbie and said that I agreed. I wanted what Rodan + Fields offered; freedom from 9-5, second source of income and more time with my family. I soon started my own team and rose to the top 2% of the company. Not only did I win a free trip to Napa Valley, California, I also met Dr. Katie Rodan and Dr. Kathy Fields!
This is MY comeback story
I had a growing social commerce business that had become the best financial decision I have ever made. He was right where he wanted to be in the company. Unfortunately … life took another turn for me.
Before returning, I went down the path of destruction. I got busy; I made excuses, I lost a father, my daughter moved, all the things that can slow down success. I stopped actively working in my social commerce business and let it go, I’m still making money, but not putting enough effort on myself or my business.
Time has a fun way of changing perspectives, once again. Today is spring 2017 and I am one year away from retiring from my full-time university teaching position. But without Rodan + Fields, there is no way I can retire.
At the age of 51, I know that I am exactly where I need to be to change my life, my legacy, and my family. I want the freedom to make my own schedule, be my own boss, and inspire others to do the same!
Now I’m back! No more excuses, no more distractions. Now I am channeling my inner “Rudy”. Rudy never committed to his dream. But Rudy had to work hard and overcome many obstacles. This is you?
Are you overcoming obstacles in your life to achieve your dreams? What does your life hold? I am looking for people like me who want freedom, and more importantly, independence from their 9 to 5 life.
Come with me on this journey. Start by connecting with me.
You can be your own Rudy when life gets you down, never, never give up!
The best of me,
Kathleen
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