My due-dilligence on the JuicePlus+ nutritional product

Since November 2007 I have been involved with JuicePlus+ as a distributor. I was initially attracted to the product by it’s whole food philosophy, having personally felt the benefits of a diet high in fruit and veg contents.

As with any business I get involved with, I have invested considerable time in due-diligence on the company. This is an ongoing process, and to-date the hard evidence that I have seen has been nothing but positive.

Working backwards in time from the product arriving at your door…

Delivery

In the UK JuicePlus+ is currently delivered by Parcel Force. As a distributor you are able to track deliveries of each customers’ order, and I have found that Parcel Force are generally reliable and provide excellent tracking information on their website.

Pre-delivery support

Me and my distributors aim to keep in close contact with their customers prior to delivery of the product, and to under promise the time-scale at about two weeks.  Furthermore, the customer is at liberty to call the very helpful call centre in Milan, where sit a team of happy, friendly and professional staff with a wonderful view over the Swiss alps.

The sales process

Being a direct sales business, sales are usually made by word of mouth to people who you know. We simply share the vision of taking a small amount of a wide variety of fruit and veg on a daily basis. We invite people to try the product themselves, to see if they find it beneficial.  I am very careful to ensure that myself and my team only make claims that can be substantiated by hard evidence.

Encapsulation

My recent visit to the encapsulation plant in Switzerland has been incredibly inspiring. From the moment the fruit, veg and vitamin powders arrive at the NAIE plant in Lugano they are treated like royalty. The plant meets strict GMP manufacturing standards, and is meticulously clean. The powders are treated with respect, kept cool, and huge care is taken to ensure the product is exactly what it says on the tin.

I have absolutely no doubt that the the stated contents are exactly what is in the capsules, no more and no less. Furthermore, I have seen the lab testing process and am completely confident that the product consistently meets the stated nutritional vales on the label as well as quality standards regarding physical stability.

That’s it for now. In future I will trace the process right back to the soil, ensuring that the powder production meets the same high quality that I have seen in the rest of the business and production process.

Ben Tristem
www.onjuiceplus.com

JuicePlus+ / daily GRACE

I have decided to blog the progress of my JuicePlus+ business for two reasons. Firstly, it is a fantastic way for me to share what I am doing with my team, and secondly it gives me the opportunity to say GRACE regularly. GRACE is simply a set of great questions to ask yourself at least once a week.

G for Gratitude

I’m hugely grateful for my sponsor, David’s support. He always answers my many questions quickly and diligently. I am also thankful for Wim who invited me to Mallorca overnight, and helped me to understand the size of the opportunity we have and the business models that are possible.

R for Realisation (or learning)

One of the wonderful things about business, is how much it helps you to grow. I’ve realised how important the mathematics of a marketing plan are in how the team(s) are motivated. This NSA plan is both equitable and fair. I’ve realised that being critically optimistic is a powerful mindset in general. Finally I’ve realised that JuicePlus Complete has a wonderfully naturally set of ingredients, and tastes ‘clean’ and pleasant.

A for Achievement

I’ve been promoted to Direct Distributor already (for getting my first 5 customers). I have also signed a further five customers in the last few days. Best of all, I have two new distributors both of whom are well connected and enthusiastic about the product. I will enjoy helping them to grow and become successful.

C for Contribution

I feel I have contributed on many levels this week. Firstly, I have raised many peoples’ awareness of good nutrition by encouraging them to eat more fruit and veg as I meet them at BNI network meetings, etc. I have also given two people the opportunity to grow their income in their part time from a business focused on long-term health.

E for Enjoyed

Last, and certainly not least, I have enjoyed playing BioShock on the XBox 360 with Lizzie. I have enjoyed doing my due-diligence on the research carried-out on JuicePlus, by reading the scientific papers as well as the sceptics’ views on the Internet. This process is ongoing for me, and I love the emotional and intellectual challenge.

Smells like a lovely healthy lunch is ready (not raw I’m afraid, hence the smell, but it is winter) so I’m signing out for now.”Be the change you seek in the world” – Ghandi

Great first week

Well, my first week promoting JuicePlus+ has come to an end, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed myself.  I have spent my time catching-up with old friends, and sharing what I’m passionate about… and some people call this work!

I have hit my first month’s target of customers already, and am aiming for 16 more before Christmas. Not all on the fruit and veg blend tablets, one on JuicePlus Gummies (for kids) and one on Complete (a plant protein shake). I want to see as many people protecting themselves against the oxidative stress of Christmas as possible.

Off for a day in the beautiful Cambridge sunshine, walking, talking and eating… bliss.