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world of opportunity
“I can describe Lifeplus in one
word… ‘opportunity’. Opportunity
for everyone in health, in lifestyle
and being happy with what
you’re doing day by day.”
Bob Lemon
Lifeplus founder
Contents
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At Lifeplus, our simple, guiding aim has
always been to inspire people to lead
healthier lives.
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As pioneers in holistic wellbeing, right from the
start we wanted to make it easy for people
to discover the advantages of Lifeplus –
and then share that enthusiasm.
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Our world is filled with conflicting and often
confusing information, so it can be difficult to
sort through the noise and really understand
what’s best for our individual wellbeing.
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Every day our bodies use vitamins,
minerals and enzymes to perform
countless little miracles.
Understanding how to achieve the You don’t need to take just our word
right balance of these nutrients can for it; we’ve built a global community of
people who’ve discovered first-hand the
help people to feel their very best. support they can enjoy from Lifeplus
products, as well as the benefits of
Lifeplus products can help anyone learn sharing them with others.
the benefits of effective supplementation.
Expertly formulated, our products can Quality products built on our history,
offer not only all-round nutritional support, and always looking forward… at
but targeted solutions for specific Lifeplus, we’re committed to helping
individual needs. anyone build a full picture of how effective
supplementation can make a real
We take great pride in our products and difference to their wellbeing.
we believe they are second to none.
We manufacture them sensitively, using
sustainable practices and minimizing
artificial additives. We use the highest
quality ingredients as a matter of course,
but we also spend time choosing and
testing the combinations that represent
the greatest synergy – complementing
each other to deliver an effective
formulation that’s truly greater than the
sum of its parts.
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People are amazing. Especially curious people…
we think they’re the best of all!
Because it’s curious people who Generosity, quality, integrity and
set out not only to discover, but transformation – these are the core
values which we believe are at the
to share, who can help make the heart of forming strong and positive
world a better place. relationships that can lead to anyone
discovering their own potential.
This is the key to our success – people
helping people. Since our very beginnings, We support Lifeplus associates around
as more and more people have learned the world, helping them use their own
about the benefits of Lifeplus, they become natural skills in conversation and sharing
proactive and enthusiastic in reaching to create a business by building friendly
out to build relationships with other and effective connections.
curious people, sharing the advantages
of discovering Lifeplus. This is what sets By sharing your experience, in turn you
us apart as a company, and as a can help someone new to think about
business opportunity. their own wellbeing, and their own potential.
We truly feel that to do so can be one
of life’s most fulfilling experiences – and
a growing worldwide community of
thousands agrees.
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How does our compensation plan work?
Our rewards structure is fair and the more you help others to succeed,
designed to benefit partners equally the greater the rewards you will
potentially receive.
across all levels.
Our friendly customer service team at
It is a natural evolution from learning Lifeplus or your sponsor – the person
and growing a part-time income to who introduced you to the business –
eventually, if someone desires, reaching will be able to talk to you about it in detail,
a full-time income. but let’s have a look at the basics here.
Our plan allows you to start and grow The plan breaks down into
your business at your own pace. You can three main parts:
choose to develop a supplementary, ✔ Referral Bonuses
part-time income or you may wish to ✔ Leadership Bonuses*
work towards the eventual goal of ✔ Leadership Development Bonuses*
reaching a full-time income.
These bonuses are worked out using
The best part? You can do all of this International Points (IP) – but what are
while working from home! Our plan is these, and how do they work?
in-depth and flexible, and importantly
*Leadership Bonuses and Leadership Development Bonuses are options that follow on from referral bonuses as your
team grows. Please see table on page 15+16 and refer to your upline or the Lifeplus website for more details.
Bonus payments are based on the Every product has both a sales price
Lifeplus products that both you and the and an IP value. The sales price is
people you sponsor order. Lifeplus is what you pay when you purchase
a global business – you can sponsor our products and the IP of each adds
someone in Germany, who in turn up to provide you with an IP total.
sponsors someone in Japan, who then Think of it as Lifeplus currency!
goes on to sponsor someone in the
United States. We then use this to determine your
bonus, which is converted to standard
For this reason we don’t calculate bonus currency and paid to you, and also
based on national currencies. In order to the level you have reached in the
ensure that all our global partners can Compensation Plan.
receive a universally fair bonus we have
our own system, called International This is all automatically worked out
Points (IP). for you and we will send you your referral
bonus check and monthly statement.
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How do referral bonuses work?
The initial criteria for qualifying for bonus Indirect Referrals Referral Bonuses
payments is called your Personal Volume So who are your indirect referrals?
(PV). If within a calendar month you are These are the people who, after speaking
active in purchasing Lifeplus products, with your direct referrals, have also decided
you then begin to qualify for referral to become Lifeplus customers – or You
bonuses, of which there are two kinds. 40 IP
even partners. They represent your
second level.
Direct Referrals Level 1 Qualification
All of the partners whom you personally For every calendar month you qualify 25% 40 IP PV
1 bonus
sponsor are your direct referrals, otherwise you can earn 10% on the total IP of your
known as your first level. second level partners. This second level
Level 2 Qualification
bonus recognises your active support 10% 40 IP PV
If you have met the previous qualifying of your second level. 2 bonus
whether they are purely product users You will receive 5% of the total IP of this
or become referral partners themselves. level for each calendar month you qualify, * Active Partners are those with at least
with one extra criterion: you must have 40 IP PV (Personal Volume)
3 active legs.** An active leg must have **When a direct referral of yours decides
to order Lifeplus products, we call that
someone who is also ordering Lifeplus one of your ‘legs’.
product to the minimum PV of 40 IP in
a given month.
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Leadership bonuses introduce two – Group Volume – similar in principle Dynamic Compression
important new qualifying measures, to Personal Volume, this is the total of If there are members of your downline
designed to reflect your growing network your personal volume combined with who do not qualify in a given month, the
and scale potential rewards appropriately. the total IP volume of your first three bonuses of those qualifying below them
levels. GV targets start at 3,000 for are ‘compressed’ up from the next active
– Active Legs – When a direct referral Bronze. partner, ensuring you still earn bonuses.
of yours decides to order Lifeplus Ask your sponsor for details.
products, we call that one of your If you have decided to invest the
‘legs’. If you have five direct referrals necessary time and effort into developing Monthly Pool Bonus
who do this, you have five legs, and your business to this level, this means There is a monthly pool consisting of
so on. For a leg to be ‘active’ there you can start to earn additional 1 percent of company sales. This is
must be at least one partner within leadership bonuses from 3% of the IP of shared amongst partners who sponsor
your downline ordering Lifeplus each partner from your fourth level. You three or more new partners in one
products to a value of 40 IP or more. may continue to earn bonuses beyond calendar month, while supporting their
You need at least three legs to be your fourth level – ask your upline or existing partners in remaining active. So
active to qualify for the first leadership Lifeplus for more details. if you have three active partners, and
bonus – Bronze. sponsor a further three the next month,
as long as your original three partners
keep ordering you will qualify!
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Automatic Shipment Advantage Order Cancellation
Program (ASAP) You may choose to cancel your order at
At Lifeplus we like to make things simple any time after the receipt of your goods.
and make sure things work. Once you Simply get in touch with our friendly team
decide on a regular selection of Lifeplus and they will arrange the cancellation.
products, you don’t want to have to fill You may also cancel orders online –
out your order every month – and you check our website or contact Lifeplus for
also want to make sure your orders are details.
processed in a timely fashion so they
count towards your monthly bonus Product Returns
qualifications. That’s why we offer the You can return any products within 30
opportunity for you to place a regular days and either exchange for alternative
repeat order of your favorite products on products or receive a full refund if you are
a monthly basis in our ASAP system. in any way unhappy with the product.
Please contact the Lifeplus office prior to
Your orders will be processed and returning any item so that we can work
dispatched automatically each month – out the best solution for you.
and there are also potential price
advantages from ordering in this way. Return address for parcels:
Please refer to your price list or talk with Lifeplus
your sponsor for more details. 45 Shirrell Lane
Batesville, Arkansas 72501
USA
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Welcome to the Lifeplus Concept: a new sense
of wellbeing and the opportunity to develop your
lifestyle simply by sharing your experiences.
Anyone can do it – sales skills are not The four pillars that support your business
necessary, your enthusiasm is what
counts most. Our business model is The Company The Market
simple and fair; we don’t believe in – Origins date back to 1936 – Wellness
the pressure of the ‘hard sell.’ – Our core focus is helping – Fitness
others to feel good – Anti-aging
You just share and provide information – In-house production – Nutritional supplements
about the positive experience you’ve – Advanced manufacturing (a growing market)
had with our products. You are always technologies – Referral marketing
able to draw on the support and – We put people first (a flexible business model)
knowledge of your sponsor as you build
your business. The Products The Benefits
– Everyday essentials – Fair and balanced rewards plan
We believe in people helping people, and – Premium quality – Excellent growth opportunities
our concept gives you the incentive to – Unique and synergistic across all levels
help the people you sponsor into the formulations – Bonus plans targeted at
business to build up networks of their – Exclusive, proprietary supporting you along the way
own, in turn helping them to succeed. PhytoZyme® Base – Special bonus for early achievers
Through each new partner’s success,
you can expand your business beyond
your own personal customer reach,
simply by sharing information and having
conversations – no sales skills required!
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– Dialogue is the key. Tell your own manufacturer – a direct relationship,
story, how you’ve found a great where everyone enjoys the same price.
solution for you.
– Listening is just as important.
Ask questions, and show interest;
explore what motivates the people
you speak with.
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The training wheel – the second half
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A good way to see your business grow
is to set up a pattern.
Something simple but consistent. Tips for Communication Managing Information
For example, aim to talk to three – Be candid, sincere and genuine. – Have your own Lifeplus address book.
new people each week or fortnight – Don’t make health claims or earnings Here you can keep the contact details
promises. of all the people you have shared
(remember to set the pattern to Lifeplus with, whether they be friends,
suit you!) – Do keep it simple! relatives, colleagues or acquaintances.
– It’s a good idea to note down the – Even if you are not the most organized
Or share three Lifeplus product catalogs key points from any conversations
and then follow up with three previous of people, just making simple lists and
or meetings you have. notes will help you not only keep track
contacts. This is just a simple 3+3+3
method which is easy to repeat as you Who did you speak to and when? but also to guide you to your next steps
get started. and actions.
What did you decide to do to follow
up, if at all? – Keep your lists and notes up to date.
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As a Lifeplus associate, you can access a
number of online tools and resources to support
you in your business.
Lifeplus.com Videos
Our website is a great first stop for all the Informative and fun, our videos will help
most up-to-date information on our explain who we are, how we work, and
products and services. provide a background on our roots and
products. Perfect for you to use as
Online tools background to your discussions!
Did you know that as an associate, – Who we are
you can create your own personal – How Lifeplus works
Lifeplus website? – Bob Lemon Profile
You get: – Manufacturing tour
– Your own unique URL to share with
people you meet (additional videos available online).
– Access to online newsletters
and journals Manage your Activity Online
You can keep track of your activity and
– Training materials those you connect with using our
– Downloadable media specially designed online system, GOLPI.
and other support materials not
available on the main site.
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Some tips and useful information...
– Not sure how to explain referral – Did you know that you can download
marketing? Use the diagram shown any of the forms in your pack from the
earlier on in this booklet. It’s a simple Lifeplus website? So if you run out or
but clear and visual approach. simply misplace a form, you can go
(See page 12) to our website and download your
required form.
– Did you know you can personalize the
Lifeplus website? Ask your sponsor to – We also offer the possibility to come
show you how. That way every time and visit us at the International
you tell someone about Lifeplus and headquarters in Batesville, Arkansas,
share the website with them, they have USA. We invite you to come and see
a link back to you… the facilities and meet the people
behind your business. To find out more
– Check out the Lifeplus newsletters about this opportunity just call or email
online for extra information. And our customer service center.
remember to take a peek at previous
copies of our magazine, The Art of – Share your ideas, thoughts and
Growing Young. These are choc-a-bloc suggestions with us at
with information and advice. All can be lp.news@lifeplus.com. We are
found on the Lifeplus website. always happy to hear from you.
No start-up costs and no annual renewal fee ASAP customers are entitled to a price advantage
and have the products delivered at reduced rates
(or free shipping)
Well-established professional business with
a visionary management team No qualifications needed
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Independent associate
ENGLISH US
Lifeplus International Note that no claims as to preventative, therapeutic or
P.O. Box 3749 curative properties about the products may be made
except those officially approved in writing by Lifeplus in
Batesville the official product literature.
Arkansas
72503