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Writer's pictureAndre Abouzeid

Witnessing the Cost of Envy and Jealousy



In my years in direct selling, I've seen firsthand how envy can destroy people's chances of success.


The Story of Alex and Adam:

One particular case stands out in my memory. I remember watching two members of our team, Alex and Adam. Alex had been with us for a while and was doing really well. He had built a strong team, was consistently hitting his sales targets, and had just earned a top rank in the company. Adam was newer to the business and been introduced by Alex. He started off enthusiastic and energetic. But as he saw Alex's success, something changed. 


At first, it was just little things - he'd avoid Alex at team meetings or change the subject when others praised his achievements. But over time, it got worse. Adam started spreading rumors about Alex. He suggested that Alex was only successful because he was lucky to have him in his organization. Adam refused to attend training sessions if Alex was leading them, missing out on valuable learning opportunities. The saddest part was watching Adam's own business suffer. He was so focused on Alex that he neglected his own prospects and team. His sales dropped, and several of his team members left. He became fixated on destroying Alex, who had actually gotten him into the business. I tried to talk to Adam about it, but he was too caught up in his envy and Jealousy to listen. It was painful to watch a promising direct selling leader sabotage himself this way. 


This experience taught me a powerful lesson about the destructive force of envy and Jealousy in our business. It showed me how important it is to focus on our own journey and celebrate others' successes instead of resenting them.


Key Learnings:

  1. Envy and Jealousy can blind people to their own potential and opportunities.

  2. Resentment towards successful team members can lead to self-sabotage.

  3. Avoiding learning from successful peers hinders personal growth.

  4. Spreading negativity can damage team morale and one's reputation.

  5. Focusing on others' success can distract from building one's own business.


Action Steps:

  1. Cultivate a mindset of abundance. Recognize that everyone has enough success.

  2.  Practice self-reflection. If you feel envious and jealous, ask yourself why and how you can improve. List daily what you are grateful for. Practicing gratitude can shift your focus from negatives to positives.

  3.  Seek mentorship. Learn from successful team members instead of resenting them.

  4.  Set personal goals. Focus on your own progress rather than comparing yourself to others. 

  5. Celebrate team success. Genuinely congratulate others when they achieve milestones.

  6. Stay committed to personal development. Attend training sessions and learn continuously. 

  7. Build positive relationships. Support your peers and contribute to a healthy team environment.

  8. Focus on your prospects and team members who are hungry to grow.

  9. Prioritize providing value to your prospects and supportive team members over competing with teammates.


By following these steps and learning from the stories of envy I've witnessed, you can avoid the pitfalls of jealousy and build a thriving direct selling business. 


Remember, your success is not diminished by others' achievements. Stay true to yourself, focus on your goals, and success will follow.


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