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provide. It was then that he decided to devote more time to building a dōTERRA business. Since then, he has enjoyed being able to make a career out of something he is passionate about and that he can build together with his wife Cassy. Holan says Cassy is able to add to the business by supporting him, teaching classes, and connecting with the women on his team in a way he cannot. Though she wasn’t completely sold on the business at first, she soon became more involved after realizing that becoming a leader could help her serve others better. She says, “I knew I would have to be a better support for Holan. I loved working with him so much that I wanted to always be onboard.” Recently, Cassy THE DIAMOND DECISION has embraced stepping into a leadership role along with Holan. He says, “We “There is the DECISION to become Diamond, and the DECISION to do what it takes to become Diamond.” really have an equal partnership in terms of what we contribute to this business.” The Nakata’s partnership with each other is reflected in the partnership they have with their team. Holan says, “The people on our team are not coworkers. They are not employees. They are business partners. To me they THE DECISION TO BECOME DIAMOND IS TWO PARTS: 1 Your financial and lifestyle goals. For me, I wanted to be able to support my family but also have the freedom to spend time with them. are like family. As a leader, I need to be 2 The need to help your team. When a Wellness Advocate signs up, has large goals, and wants to become Diamond, I now have the duty to partner with them and succeed. the person people can see themselves becoming. I need to be on the front lines, showing them the way. I don’t have to do everything for them, but when it counts most, I need to be there to guide them.” “If you want to give of your love, see others succeed, and be able to pave the way to a better future—this is the route for you.” –Cassy THE DECISION TO DO WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME DIAMOND: “None of us have prior experience of being Diamond, so we don’t know what it takes. We fall into old habits or behaviors that are not conducive to helping others or achieving Diamond. What helped me break these habits was realizing that the failures of my team weren’t entirely their fault. I had to take personal responsibility. I had to lead by example and follow those who have already succeeded.” 1 By following a system of success, I succeed. 2 By following my leaders, my team follows me. www.doterra.com 23