Goodbye from Jeannie Mai

Friday, January 18, 2008  by Beth Dornan
Category: Announcements, Quixtar Strategy, Products

As many of you know, our contract with spokesperson Jeannie Mai has come to an end. There has been some speculation and questions as to why Jeannie Mai is leaving, but the truth is very simple: Quixtar has decided to slowly phase out the NAO never accept ordinary cosmetics line in order to focus our resources on the Artistry brand.

Transitioning to a single cosmetic beauty brand will simplify our consumer messaging and enhance its clarity and consistency. This is one of many positive, promising changes ahead for the business, for IBOs, and for customers. That said, we will certainly miss Jeannie Mai and her sparkling personality. Below is a farewell letter from Jeannie.

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Hi Everyone! 

I understand there has been a lot of speculation about why my contract with Quixtar has come to an end. First off, let me say that this relationship has ended on the best of terms and at a natural point where both Quixtar and I wished to pursue other projects.

My life has actually been entirely changed ever since I discovered the heartbeat behind what Quixtar was really about. I still remember the first excited conversation with an anxious IBO in Hawaii three years ago, and the feeling of meeting family every time I'd greet the passionate people within the corporation. I can recall the pride to be a part of something so revolutionary as I toured the laboratories behind the research of every product distributed. As awesome as the concept to becoming a successful IBO was, I was most attracted to the fellowship that was bonded as every dreamer would work to reach their goals--together. Each time I spoke the words "Never Accept Ordinary", I was praying it over every single heart that was blessed to have a stab at an opportunity like this.

Now that my contract has ended, my work to "never accept ordinary" has actually become my heartbeat. I've made valuable friends for life from this role I had the privilege to experience, not to mention gain a fabulous husband whose qualities that made him an IBO are exactly what I desired to have as my life partner. This corporation has been a dream turn reality, and I wish the same continues for every person who has the chance to experience it from this point on.

Love so much,
Jeannie Mai Harteis

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Jeannie Mai can be seen on USA’s Character Fantasy and on the TLC’s Miss America Reality Check.

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Comments

sivaram said:
January 18, 2008 7:05 PM | #

Beth,

Thank You so much for sharing this powerful testimony and lifting any clouds of anxiety over reasons for NAO exit. I believe keeping IBOs informed on such matters shows positive effects

of the true Transformation process partnership.

On a not so relative note, How do we attract more IBOs participate in the blogs, especially those who are actively building the business ?.  Should the IBO leadership more sought to encourage their IBOs ?.

Utah said:
January 19, 2008 1:02 PM | #

What is her husband's first name?

Editor's Note:
Jeannie's husband is Freddy Harteis. You can read more here: http://onebyone.opportunityzone.com/2007/08/03/Goin-to-the-Chapel.aspx

Amber May said:
February 18, 2008 11:41 PM | #

Will the new switch towards focusing on the Artistry line still appeal to the younger generation? I am 22 and use both Artistry and NAO...I love both lines, however I have found that most ladies my age seem to prefer the more flashy and dramatic flare colours that the NAO line provided as opposed to the classic and chic style characteristic of the Artistry line...what can IBOs and customers come to expect in the future to retain and attract more youth with the Artistry line?

Katie Pearsall said:
February 19, 2008 3:58 PM | #

Amber May -- our marketing team has provided the following information:

A business decision was made to focus our resources on one cosmetic brand as we move into 2008 prompted the decision to gradually phase out NAO never accept ordinary™.  This transition to a single cosmetic beauty brand will simplify all messaging and enhance its clarity and consistency as evident in the recent launch of Artistry Essentials Makeup which embraces the Artistry brand as well as offers cosmetics that better meet our target customers’ needs.

Artistry will however, continue to offer two Trend Collections a year-every Sept. & March.  The trend collections will offer the latest colours and product trends determined by trend forecasters in NYC that represent the cosmetic and fashion industry.

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