Showing posts with label Business. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Business. Show all posts

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Holistic Aromatherapy Certification with JennScents Institute

I was reading through my business goals that I created when I first started my business 14 years ago.  One of the things I listed was for aromatherapy to become a household name.  Well, thanks to this ever-evolving industry, it is now become a house name.  How great is that? For many people, they know about essential oils and the effect they can have on enhancing our mood, promoting sleep, inspiring energy and calming a burn. What most people do not know, is that aromatherapy can also effect emotional health, tapping into the depths of why we are the way we are and helping us achieve our best, successful self.

My aromatherapy journey started when my now best friend shared Roman Chamomile in a roll-on bottle with me to calm my IBS and Crohn's. I had such an instant response to this with decreased intestinal cramping and digestive upset. This sparked a fire within me that this "aromatherapy stuff" must be pretty powerful and something that deserved more attention from me.  That turned into my business called JennScents, where I began custom blending aromatherapy products for people based on their current needs.  That journey evolved into healthy gift baskets, home parties, guest speaking and then my aromatherapy school called the JennScents Institute. I have been involved with NAHA for over 12 years and my school was approved to offer Level I & II Holistic Aromatherapy Certifications.

I loved school when I was younger, especially learning about things I was passionate about.  I love to be challenged, informed, have an opportunity to apply my knowledge and practice, share my new learned wisdom with others and gain practical tips to enhance my own life.  I carry these important principles into my teaching and course material at the JennScents Institute.

The JennScents Institute offers 8 Certification Courses.  Level I consists of Introduction to Holistic Aromatherapy.  Level II consist of 7, specialized courses to give you a well-rounded holistic health education with integrating aromatherapy. These courses include Advanced Holistic Aromatherapy, Specialized Holistic Aromatherapy, Holistic Aromatherapy for Body Systems, Holistic Aromatherapy & Herbal Integration, Holistic Aromatherapy for Skin Care, Holistic Aromatherapy for Emotional Health and Holistic Aromatherapy Business Building.  You can take each class, one at a time, or register for the Fast Track Program. You can click here to review more information about "Getting Started". You can read about the NAHA Level I & Level II requirements and standards at NAHA.org.

Our school is created on mind-body health, achieving knowledge for understanding why physical manifestations occur and how to link them to mental and emotional balances, so we achieve overall wellness and wholeness. Level I & II offers 248-hours of curriculum and communications with founder and instructor, Jennifer Hochell Pressimone.

We invite you to check out our Aromatherapy School and begin your aromatherapy education journey with us. #AromatherapyTraining, #JennScents, #JennScentsInstitute, #LoveMyScents




Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Aromatherapy & Lymphatic System for Emotional Health


Importance of aromatherapy and lymphatic system in emotional, mental and physical health.
 
 

Aromatherapy is a powerful tool when it comes to emotional, mental and physical health.  Essential oils can offer a variety of benefits, and enable our mind and body systems to perform optimally. In emotional healing the body system that is most prevalent and in need of aromatherapy is the lymphatic system.

The lymphatic system is responsible for delivering good nutrients and oxygen to the cells, tissues and muscles, while taking out the “trash”. When it gets congested and stuck, an unhealthy terrain manifests, which may lead to a variety of differences within the body and mind. This stuckness may hinder neurotransmitters from sending complete messages, which delays or stops the body from responding appropriately. When we get stuck, our thought patterns may be more negative, repeat themselves like a merry-go-round and smother us from being present in the moment. This mental exhaustion can deprive the physical body from functioning at an optimal level, thus creating disharmony. And then the continual cycle of mind-body, body-mind circulates this conflict.

The lymphatic systems role in the olfactory process, is to allow toxic emotions to be eliminated and positive ones to flourish. Because essential oil molecules of a pure, unadulterated oil, resemble those naturally present in the body, they can make their way into any place, whether congested or not. They help create movement, which can decongest stagnant lymph and push out bad debris or waste. This process has been shown to boost and declutter immunity and increase productivity from all other body systems. Thus, leading us to a healthier mind and body communication, interaction and function, simultaneously.
 
If you are interested in learning more about aromatherapy, or receiving a certification in holistic aromatherapy, check out our Certification Program at www.JennScentsInstitute.com. Our courses cater to those seeking personal and professional growth with their mind-body health and wealth.

Monday, March 30, 2015

The Power of Networking in Small Business

I started my business 13 yeas ago and I will say, one of the biggest contributors to my success was getting involved in the local networking groups.  It was a way for me to meet people, share what I love, and overcome my fear of public speaking (although this was a bonus, I would have never did it if someone time I'd have to speak in public, lol). Well, I've been mentoring some friends who are involved in the same direct sales businesses as me, and I thought I'd share our business topic of the month.

Here are my tips for successful networking -

Choosing a Network Group
  • Research and make a list of all of the network groups in your area, or in the area you want to be.
  • Attend each of the groups at least once to see if it is a good fit for you.  Some you may have to attend 2-3 times. The key to successful network groups, is that you attend every meeting and event.  You must be involved as these people will become your friends and your advertisers.  When they see you often, you will be top of mind and they will refer to you.  Must combine attendance consistency with group content.
  • At first, I would narrow that down to 1-3 groups so you can stay focused, not get too overwhelmed and participate.  Then if you find that the “social” aspect is equivalent to being in your office, and business is growing, you may want to be involved with several groups.  For me, it started with 1 leads/network group. Then went to 2, then 3 then 6.  I found that the socializing part took the pressure off, allowed people to ask me questions when they were ready (in a non-sales, non-threatening way) and I was always available.  And it was more fun that being stuck in an office. This helped me build a rapport, trust, credibility and confidence over time that people began to seek me out more often.

Network Group Content
  • You first need to understand the structure of the meeting.  In one of my groups, we went around the room and did our “1 minute commercial”.  For me at the time, I was promoting aromatherapy, so I would feature a different product or essential oil (just 1) every week. I found that 1 powerful opening sentence that describes who you are and what you do, then 1-2 sentences of content about the product you want to spotlight (not sell), then closing statement that drives action (like, “My name is...you can contact me via email or phone, and I look forward to helping people...”)
  • Make a list of group content topics so you are prepared each meeting to share in a confident, powerful, friendly and fun way.  You want to choose products or services that are combinations, unique, serve a specific purpose, that you can’t really get anywhere else. If I was to share information about the good mineral make-up I found, I use and now distribute, I'd say something like...
    “Hi, my name is Jennifer. How many people have or know someone who has a serious health concern? [I'd raise my hand] And if you or they could minimize their toxic exposure that feeds that health concern, would you do it?  [I raise my hand].  Well, did you know that studies show that in the morning women apply over 126 chemicals (in 12 different products) before they leave the house (also known as topical ingestion)? And that during their lifetime, women will ingest approximately 126 pounds of lipstick?  That could be your wife, mom, sister or friend.  Isn’t that crazy?  That was me until my friend and I found a solution that decreases the amount of "toxic topical ingestion", simply but switching what I was already buying, to a healthier source.  My name is Jennifer. If you’d like help switching what you use to something healthier, you can call or email me anytime.”

Getting the most of out network groups
  • Know what to say when people ask you, “what do you do?”.  “I am.... and I help people...”. You want something that states what you do, who you are and what type of referral you would like, all in one, non-sales-like sentence. remember, it's about building relationships, not just selling a product.
  • After you have become a group member, ask how you can be a featured guest speaker at one of their meetings.  Some groups allow 1-2 members to do a 15 minute presentation.
  • Ask to be a vendor at networking events, volunteer to work the “group booth” as this will bring you notoriety, and help people become familiar with you.  The more they see your face, and in a capacity of helping, the more they will feel comfortable with you.
  • Partner with other members for events, home party opportunities, speaking opportunities, referral network.
One of my passions is helping other health-prenuers realize their dreams. If you are looking to start and build a successful part r full-time home business, let me know.  We can chat about your goals and opportunities to make that happen. 

Have a super healthy and happy day!  :)