The Martins embarked on their journey with Organo within weeks of the formation of the company – in June 2008. Their pivotal and life-changing partnership with ORGANO™ started unpredictably – the result of a simple conversation with longtime family friend, Marianne Noad.
Marianne spoke of her friend, Shane Morand. Shane had recently called about a new company that he was co-founding with ORGANO™ founder Bernie Chua. Shane believed that this company quite simply would change the world. These two visionaries – Shane and Bernie – initiated this amazing venture; a venture that would change Steve and Rhonda’s lives.
Steve recalls, “The idea of selling coffee and tea was very interesting to us. And the business concept seemed very exciting. We didn’t think too much about not understanding the business model or the way that we would make money. We just thought hey this is coffee and it’s coffee that is good for you and these guys are impressive! We did understand that the business required no large capital to start, no locations, no employees, no overhead, and no liabilities.” Steve and Rhonda felt that the ORGANO™ opportunity sounded too good to be true.
Building a Lifestyle Based on Philosophy
The Martins learned at a very young age that if an individual wants to achieve more in life, that it is essential to bring your A Game – to invest in your life and to really “show up.” “We liken it to a bank account,” Steve stated. “You have to make deposits before you can make withdrawals. Both Rhonda and I have always been very aware that success and freedom – whatever that may look like for you – is your right. At the same time, it is also your responsibility to build a foundation for this freedom. We live each day with a core belief that if it is to be … it is up to me!”
And that’s exactly how Steve and Rhonda have lived their lives. Over a period spanning more than 20 years, the Martins assumed responsibility for their dreams and goals, building a number of highly successful multi-million-dollar businesses. “To be very honest, I have been what I call successfully unemployed (in the traditional sense of employment) during my entire adult life,” Steve stated. “I look forward to keeping it that way for the rest of my life. Our family goal is to live a life of choice — with the freedom to choose daily the way that we live, while positively impacting others. We achieve that positive impact not with our words, or with our bank balances, but by setting an example.
Entering Network Marketing
Through their position in this industry for almost 10 years, Steve and Rhonda have learned that it takes action and consistency to reach one’s goals. “If you have the ability to both follow instructions and take massive action, it’s likely that you will never have to worry about money again,” Steve stated. “Once you flip the mental switch — you stop working for money and finally get money to work for you –in this adjustment, your life will change forever!”
As Steve admits, it took a lot of effort for he and Rhonda to flip that mental switch. “If we have one regret in our journey with ORGANO™, it would be that we let our egos get in the way and this slowed our progress. We were influenced by our resume of experiences in other businesses and some of our own ideas,” Steve laughs. “We were wrong, we were bogged down. Empty your tank when you start this new part of your life. Commit to a clean slate.”
It took the Martins nearly four years to reach Diamond status. They were slowed down by their pre-conceived notions born from their past employment experiences. “Literally hundreds of people ran past us at ORGANO™, as if we were standing still,” Steve reflected. “Our stubbornness literally may have cost both our teams and us millions of dollars.”
Today, five years later, after fully committing to the simple system of success, the Martins have achieved their financial goals – they have earned millions of dollars by connecting their income to understanding and facilitating people’s lifestyle and consumption habits.
The Network Marketing Advantage
This lesson is truly best summarized with Steve and Rhonda’s own words:
“Quite simply, it is the team that provides us with one of the greatest advantages we have inside the network marketing industry. Everyone who enters into this business is in fact an independent business owner. The great advantage that we share is our ability to produce the best results by working together.”
“The Company has literally partnered with millions of people around the world. And, the Company commits to paying no less than 50% of what is earned to its independent business partners worldwide. This amazing and generous approach is what drives Rhonda and I to reach farther every day. This is the Company that empowers us to impact thousands of families worldwide. This is the Company that provides the opportunity that we believe in. Each day, we work with the knowledge that people will never stop drinking coffee and tea. And, we believe that our efforts today will pay residual incomes for the generations to come.”
Onward!
As they have moved forward with ORGANO™, the Martins’ dreams and goals have not changed. However, their determination and their belief in the process allowing them to achieve their goals has been transformed – both elevated and inspired. Rhonda and Steve now see the ORGANO™ mindset hard at work behind the release and expansion of the OGX FENIX™ line.
Steve and Rhonda’s message is simple and focused:
“Our final advice to you is this – find your passion — that ‘something’ that drives you every single day. Commit to the work required to achieve your goals. Always remember why you do what you do –every day. Surround yourself with people who have bigger dreams. Find a coach or mentor. Never ever give up!
And remember what Steve Jobs said: Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. The only way to do great work is to do what you love. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking and don’t settle. “
See you in Diamond Club!
Steve and Rhonda Martin
About ORGANO™
Founded in 2008 as Organo Gold, ORGANO™ is dedicated to bringing the benefits of the earth’s nutritional riches to people throughout the world via its premium products that can be used daily to help to achieve a more energetic and healthier lifestyle.
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