tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112813908194631012024-03-18T20:52:45.350-07:00BloghornThe Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-54695102470665737842008-09-24T18:21:00.000-07:002008-09-25T08:20:11.225-07:00ZriiNNBetween the afternoon hours of 2 and 5, some people hit a lull in their mental acuity and physical stamina. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuLg67p6gknXOcH2U6jGku32toPH39FvabA0RpIp1BDUdnJjeDjq0ucPPPLww5mSupD0u9wPCRMNvGhSLtp_WcJ9Q7wJi4XSyilJ7xd36Lmmo3YYhG_y7ngGOCLfXZ_CR41R_9SG4tR6yl/s1600-h/jmslep.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuLg67p6gknXOcH2U6jGku32toPH39FvabA0RpIp1BDUdnJjeDjq0ucPPPLww5mSupD0u9wPCRMNvGhSLtp_WcJ9Q7wJi4XSyilJ7xd36Lmmo3YYhG_y7ngGOCLfXZ_CR41R_9SG4tR6yl/s320/jmslep.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5249977754988277522" /></a><br /><br />But not me, not today. I have a rolling vista of Florida’s verdant greenery unfolding before me as I sit in the bedroom of the ZriiVost and gaze out the large windows. Guitar riffs of Guns N Roses are flowing from my iPod to my one functional eardrum. Add to that the fact that I have been refueling regularly with Zrii mini bottles all along our drive today from Atlanta to Fort Lauderdale, and you have a perfect recipe for awareness at a whole new level!<br /><br />I am not sure what our ETA in Fort Lauderdale is this evening, but if the trip really is 12 hours as indicated by our GPS guidance, we should be pulling in at about 7PM. That should leave us time for a light dinner and perhaps a nighttime stroll on the beach.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfC2lg4aaQLKjlkNUDcv6OFlofPSBYZZmn7dLVrjA3TYJtYQ3eW6pTCIX9BQ9DaPoriDsbFNqCeqSYWO7lSFPAxpjKH2v7JAcRFesBRylisAM5LrLyIaJrFqIDMT62gWjblSP5i-OJgxU2/s1600-h/fortlaudbeach.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfC2lg4aaQLKjlkNUDcv6OFlofPSBYZZmn7dLVrjA3TYJtYQ3eW6pTCIX9BQ9DaPoriDsbFNqCeqSYWO7lSFPAxpjKH2v7JAcRFesBRylisAM5LrLyIaJrFqIDMT62gWjblSP5i-OJgxU2/s320/fortlaudbeach.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5249975474207277186" /></a> <br /><br />So, who doesn’t love Florida? Ask this question sometime to a group, and the silence will be deafening. There is so much to love here, especially for a member of Zrii Nation. With a booming population, a large number of entrepreneurial-minded people, and a health conscious mentality, the perfect storm (don’t read hurricane) is brewing for Zrii in The Sunshine State. And that perfect storm will spill over into our final two stops on the 2008 ZriiVost Tour in Fort Lauderdale and Miami. <br /><br />Our Florida builders have been consistent and very active since our pre-launch last fall. My fellow Co-Founders and I have made several trips here over the past year, and we absolutely love our Florida leaders! Bill Farley also loves Florida and spends a good deal of time here.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWnU287y2HGe751BfpNfiiK3BV0o2R6N1oso_8N3RxVXppb4Gj0P7fz1BgYawgyHwyRkW7NM85JsvBnso0y-Caj0zUmrPaIzO05muj4AVIiblmNJlQiNTjPBGoz33kOD3779AnD59Bu5aJ/s1600-h/fortlaud.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWnU287y2HGe751BfpNfiiK3BV0o2R6N1oso_8N3RxVXppb4Gj0P7fz1BgYawgyHwyRkW7NM85JsvBnso0y-Caj0zUmrPaIzO05muj4AVIiblmNJlQiNTjPBGoz33kOD3779AnD59Bu5aJ/s320/fortlaud.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5249975662382478482" /></a><br /><br />As we prepare for the next two days, our hearts are full of appreciation for the examples set by our IEs in Atlanta. We had a special meeting there last night in the open and airy CNN Center, which briefly became the ZriiNN Center. As many times as Deepak Chopra has been on CNN, that name seems appropriate! <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHCnHrRmVCQf-LUF9PGzhF0t0GWMd22-FpHeP86peISTacdHeosZr6-LuRA0-TcwXiBky-Rq-8sR6-Rh2amanhenIwZ9hiMD-zwX7hY-TqMtftIKHSFf2oCipnZP3huB2YlYtyuSWefODF/s1600-h/cnncenter.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHCnHrRmVCQf-LUF9PGzhF0t0GWMd22-FpHeP86peISTacdHeosZr6-LuRA0-TcwXiBky-Rq-8sR6-Rh2amanhenIwZ9hiMD-zwX7hY-TqMtftIKHSFf2oCipnZP3huB2YlYtyuSWefODF/s320/cnncenter.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5249975855721774210" /></a><br /><br />In a city famous for big brands (Coca Cola, Delta Airlines, CNN, etc.) we are excited that this group of early adopters will make Zrii the next iconic brand in this classy city. Once again, we were privileged to spend time with 7-Stars Alvaro and Gloria Buitrago (who will be at EVERY stop on this leg of the tour). These two dynamos are a living, breathing example of the American Dream and they are a blessing to have in our family. Dave Matteson of Colorado Springs, on par to become a 7-Star this month, was also on hand. He was in town to train a new group of IEs he has recently sponsored in the Atlanta area. It is always a treat to work with Dave. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYEOO004X6IMHW0oNgouPWSTdbswQ5-b4yhNdwRBqe7OnFXlxv0e_X5HK4uypPFUdxtMsBQW5VmhpD9CGsZq-iWnhKL2PDMBteoaXiOMgahpYoZU7a8_QEbzotFJQi__bJrKQRJTPXSadL/s1600-h/atlgals.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYEOO004X6IMHW0oNgouPWSTdbswQ5-b4yhNdwRBqe7OnFXlxv0e_X5HK4uypPFUdxtMsBQW5VmhpD9CGsZq-iWnhKL2PDMBteoaXiOMgahpYoZU7a8_QEbzotFJQi__bJrKQRJTPXSadL/s320/atlgals.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5249977041744156274" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinwYGkVgkJR7P1WU70qAmS7nA5r7GSsQ9duockC7kQLlESey4lHfiU2LZ0jGuoh6r5cwPb2IO2xPJxUcJ1foD28C9whofLI-Rl3MjkN7YaCvEnuQlHQz2mQCqgGOPgP3oGDFtHzY3WahNT/s1600-h/atlinsidegroup.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinwYGkVgkJR7P1WU70qAmS7nA5r7GSsQ9duockC7kQLlESey4lHfiU2LZ0jGuoh6r5cwPb2IO2xPJxUcJ1foD28C9whofLI-Rl3MjkN7YaCvEnuQlHQz2mQCqgGOPgP3oGDFtHzY3WahNT/s320/atlinsidegroup.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5249977289910598114" /></a><br /><br />As we met with an enthused group of IE leaders on the ZriiVost after the meeting, the takeaway was clear. The opportunity in Atlanta is enormous (or as Kirby would say, gynormous)! We look forward to seeing a surge in this area in the near future, and many return trips for us that this will create. See you again soon!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisXfrNQxeVuTByPtpfsisBakJnwQW0ONi9rr7ExMqqs3axsZpeltSODXhpv-mmvVqsIH03oU4mP5_6PCo9rTGeYyYjELqDZ9_BV-5-9ZFCVsXScRINXcbe77O2H5xhECZgcx6AB7oYLe5x/s1600-h/atloutside.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisXfrNQxeVuTByPtpfsisBakJnwQW0ONi9rr7ExMqqs3axsZpeltSODXhpv-mmvVqsIH03oU4mP5_6PCo9rTGeYyYjELqDZ9_BV-5-9ZFCVsXScRINXcbe77O2H5xhECZgcx6AB7oYLe5x/s320/atloutside.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5249978323472536498" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivmKZEiYC_8YIuP_9UNrLS06C3h20iVYEpYMUEpDqqEzCkP_4u6fcRtxeKBETzCkMcFGpAKP8WCA3KuQhiOxzrj4T_3UPUB3us1DNiZ56WbJ5A05o0yGrMkE08LCoS-V68CCJLnEUPYJX-/s1600-h/atlcmguest.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivmKZEiYC_8YIuP_9UNrLS06C3h20iVYEpYMUEpDqqEzCkP_4u6fcRtxeKBETzCkMcFGpAKP8WCA3KuQhiOxzrj4T_3UPUB3us1DNiZ56WbJ5A05o0yGrMkE08LCoS-V68CCJLnEUPYJX-/s320/atlcmguest.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5249978677927487810" /></a><br /><br />Well, Guns N Roses has now been replaced with James Taylor, clear as ever in my noise cancellation headphones. They say you can tell a lot about someone by the music on their iPod. Right now I am enjoying a triangle of Guns N Roses, James Taylor, and Andrea Bocelli. Dichotomy plus one. Like our incredibly diverse and enjoyable group of Zrii IEs, great music comes in many forms, each with a valuable element to contribute. <br /><br />Time to sign off for now. We are closing in on the famed Gold Coast, where the buildings reach high, the warm ocean glistens, and the Zrii flows freely.<br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />Clint (Foghorn Leghorn, Foggie, Clintus Maximus, etc.)The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-4053696178956147282008-09-23T14:08:00.000-07:002008-09-23T14:26:22.713-07:00Palmetto and PeachesGreetings once again from the ZriiVost! This time we are cruising down I-85 in the always hospitable American Southeast. <br /><br />Yesterday we began the final leg of the 2008 ZriiVost Tour in Greenville, South Carolina. In the Palmetto State, we felt blessed for being so well received in the land of sparring Gamecocks and Tigers. (For the uninformed, those would be the mascots for the University of South Carolina and Clemson, respectively). An enthusiastic crowd was on hand last night to take in all things Zrii. In terms of percentages, we may have had the largest group of guests ever at a ZriiVost stop. 5-Star David Huerta, an emerging leader in the Hispanic market, was on hand with a group of very attentive guests. Other local leaders were also present with team members and guests, including 5-Star Dr. Connie Godenick and 3-Star Derrick Jones. We were also privileged to be joined by 7-Stars Alvaro and Gloria Buitrago, who made the drive up from Atlanta to be with their team members. Alvaro and Gloria always bring such a fresh and inspiring spirit with them wherever they go. <br /><br />Everyone in attendance loved the video we showed of 10-Star Marc Shinsato picking up his new BMW, which is reimbursed each month by Zrii. From the BMW reimbursement program, to the Hawaii incentive trip, to the new Zrii Office, to exciting sales tools, to the telling of the Zrii story, the meeting crackled. And what a treat for this group to hear from Scientific Advisory Board member and Zrii formulator Daniel Rhoda! I love sharing the stage with Daniel. He brings an even keel, straightforward authenticity to the Zrii family. It sets a tone of realness that resonates with people everywhere. Add to that his unique and pleasing brand of humor, and it’s little wonder he is in such demand in the field. (I must add this though…even though he knows that the battles between our rival high schools in New England normally end with my school on top - in both sport and academics - he is so good about it!)<br /><br />Zrii IEs, guests, and the corporate staff enjoyed mingling on the ZriiVost after the meeting with healthy snacks. The ZriiVost makes for an iconic photo backdrop, and many cameras got a workout last night. Flash after flash after flash illuminated the stately coach and scores of smiling Zrii family members standing in front. <br /><br />The South Carolina group was also introduced to our new Sales Director, Jon McGarry, our new Sales Manager, Brandon Day, and our new Events Coordinator, Taylor Kirby. Yes, Zrii has been busy making many key hires and promotions lately, and these three key corporate players are evidence of that. <br /><br />Well, we just passed over the state line into Georgia, and I am hungry for a peach. I have to say, I love peaches. I love how sweet and juicy they are. Even when they are a little tart, peaches always satisfy. After I get my fill on peaches, I look forward to our meeting tonight at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center in Atlanta. As most everyone knows, Atlanta truly is a world-class city, and the business capital of the South. And tonight, it is the setting for our next ZriiVost stop! Look for my report tomorrow, which I will write as we make our 12 hour ride in the ZriiVost to southern Florida. <br /><br />Bye for now,<br /><br />Clint (Clintus Maximus, Foghorn Leghorn, etc...)The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-67675710414875623222008-06-29T22:25:00.000-07:002008-06-30T00:29:06.495-07:00Start Spreading The News...Thursday night we wrapped the second leg of our three leg 2008 ZriiVost Tour with our seventh stop. And we couldn’t have picked a more iconic place than New York City. With six stops in the past two weeks now in the rear view mirror, the ZriiVost made its inaugural trip through America’s largest and most famous city. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjavEoq1_XZ0Bt1mPZSAkamYuMyjFTfijtNGH3thqKK1D0pTtvYOvkU3eglzEp5c6bNexu9QxkpQJFuVVrfF5RkzoACOkZnMDbIk_OdEnR7WLfHxVY6JZVc9Dfp2NgJQ0jLr_fNEG7LhP2Y/s1600-h/nybuscm.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjavEoq1_XZ0Bt1mPZSAkamYuMyjFTfijtNGH3thqKK1D0pTtvYOvkU3eglzEp5c6bNexu9QxkpQJFuVVrfF5RkzoACOkZnMDbIk_OdEnR7WLfHxVY6JZVc9Dfp2NgJQ0jLr_fNEG7LhP2Y/s320/nybuscm.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217543195805088706" /></a><br /> <br />As soon as we hit Manhattan, my cell phone began to light up with unexpected text messages, with notes from friends who were hearing from their friends that the ZriiVost had just driven by! Case in point, here is a text message I received Thursday night from IE Dr. Robert Gonzalez from San Diego, CA:<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">“Hey bud. Hope U R having fun. My daughter just recvd a text from a girlfriend who said ‘a bus just drove by with that Zrii stuff you have in your house.’ Love the synchronicity!!! Love you guys!!”</span><br /><br />(The feeling is mutual Robert. Looks like you, Ann, and the Drs. Boettcher will hit 9-Star in June! Wow!)<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVLUitpjLRGthwdZ5w7oISgmAaWoM6ATFKo2fqD_hbkoyGUmC0BOQmgJTSqizuJZKwI9YqJNETsOzGjRUOk9jbf35TjzzK_UP6qwsqXv-_E0BUJ8CaLaB1WBegMpqHDRMmUCQjg804DiPC/s1600-h/nybusts.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVLUitpjLRGthwdZ5w7oISgmAaWoM6ATFKo2fqD_hbkoyGUmC0BOQmgJTSqizuJZKwI9YqJNETsOzGjRUOk9jbf35TjzzK_UP6qwsqXv-_E0BUJ8CaLaB1WBegMpqHDRMmUCQjg804DiPC/s320/nybusts.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217542998059911554" /></a><br /><br />Though the streets of Manhattan were packed, and our driver Steve Gainey had to make many heroic sharp turns in the land yacht, we were safe at all times. Through it all our beautiful ZriiVost did not suffer a single nick. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxszUu1u6y-niLSTTatR8mbtiukUHoZvYvWv88JforogC6JKQvK01RKLReFiP4LPKgx4Xq7LMbsqyheMRyQkMF3oLht_eXZTKO2wA8Ub_GBYcljZHvlF5y_lczczeoKpw1tWfY6Wf3b_Ha/s1600-h/nybuststh.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxszUu1u6y-niLSTTatR8mbtiukUHoZvYvWv88JforogC6JKQvK01RKLReFiP4LPKgx4Xq7LMbsqyheMRyQkMF3oLht_eXZTKO2wA8Ub_GBYcljZHvlF5y_lczczeoKpw1tWfY6Wf3b_Ha/s320/nybuststh.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217544457016990930" /></a><br /><br />Over at the Metropolitan Hotel at a little after 7:00 PM, we were greeted with a capacity crowd of nearly 200 people, who rushed to their seats in a wave of energy when the doors were opened. It was great to see 7-Stars Art and Kathleen Duel and many of their team members. By the way Art, your special presentation to me of a New York Yankees hat was appreciated, notwithstanding the fact that I will never wear it. Here’s the god news: Kirby, who grew up watching Maris and Mantle in the “House the Ruth Built” has been wearing it a lot, and he thanks you! Field Advisory Board members Frank Triola (soon to be 7-Star) and MJ Anderson (soon to be 7-Star) were on hand with large numbers of team members and guests. Oh my, were there ever guests! At least a third of the crowd was checking out Zrii for the first time. And what a first exposure they had. From the wisdom of SAB member Daniel Rhoda, to several touching IE testimonials, to a visionary call to action from my fellow Co-Founder and Zrii GM Kirby Zenger, the meeting sparkled. <br /><br />Hats off to our leaders of NYC and beyond who made this special meeting happen. You delivered a great event, and your teams, in and around what is arguably the world’s greatest city, are blossoming as a result.<br /><br />After the meeting, several “meetings after the meeting” broke out, with teams huddling and making plans for the next several weeks. Many people made commitments to attend the Rising Star Academy August 15th and 16th in Salt Lake City. You could sense the genesis of several large groups in the room, as motivated leaders shared their goals and plans with me and the other Co-Founders.<br /><br />Keeping the ZriiVost parked on the curb on Lexington Ave proved to be a bit tricky. But through some shrewd negotiating with the Metropolitan staff, we were able to keep the ZriiVost in front of the hotel long enough for many iconic photos and special coach tours for scores of IEs and guests. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE3-OVUM89un8mzX4t59Lrvyoq7O7cMBnE-ls1TfCA8uJHtpJfleIxIqo3AwsxuJEh4udVN4UEvessx_IcK3L-JtkDzwBoUkbrV5J9WiUcHM9z5G-xIf_Cc6QRi5l1EIbHRpLoldrg2zIu/s1600-h/nythreets.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE3-OVUM89un8mzX4t59Lrvyoq7O7cMBnE-ls1TfCA8uJHtpJfleIxIqo3AwsxuJEh4udVN4UEvessx_IcK3L-JtkDzwBoUkbrV5J9WiUcHM9z5G-xIf_Cc6QRi5l1EIbHRpLoldrg2zIu/s320/nythreets.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217545172552598242" /></a><br /><br />After the meeting, we cruised in the ZriiVost over to Times Square where we would spend the weekend. Nowhere on earth are some of the world’s most iconic brands on such an iconic display as in Times Square. And the ZriiVost did not just “fit in” – it shined! The Zrii brand stole the show Thursday night, front and center on branding’s grandest stage. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh43rJipns26b_Y46SKeFYDinihcvnumd1Cd2tshYA_L-VECBev8LNBTB36tX6llZvrtJCUXWOthIE7tQXgAdIEruP-xpH5U81rjWU2aDNni4XcIs7gfKX5KGO2kZPfNEYAG_Ah8bwIJ_ma/s1600-h/nybustst.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh43rJipns26b_Y46SKeFYDinihcvnumd1Cd2tshYA_L-VECBev8LNBTB36tX6llZvrtJCUXWOthIE7tQXgAdIEruP-xpH5U81rjWU2aDNni4XcIs7gfKX5KGO2kZPfNEYAG_Ah8bwIJ_ma/s320/nybustst.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217544054715279074" /></a><br /><br />The ZriiVost garnered nonstop looks, double takes, photos, and “ooohs and aaahs” form the throngs as it took its stately ride in front of tens of thousands of people (Midtown was packed!). Red traffic lights were our friends time and time again, as they afforded more and more people the opportunity to take in the ZriiVost in all of its splendor. Of course, you will soon see this all for yourself on Zrii TV! Our videographer Kyle Burdash was on hand and got some awesome video.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivdW13EEoFzY-eg0cH_OlRuatWIaaJxOJff7VCuXsweqtLMFRC5lwFHyEQGtBq3VQ0A5P_mJx9Jny3qpgq9yMD_9koFZMzpYrS5Z2y0GR8sRrr8X36FCRkIwJ_eUS95sODwj7ritTI7P5l/s1600-h/nybustsf.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivdW13EEoFzY-eg0cH_OlRuatWIaaJxOJff7VCuXsweqtLMFRC5lwFHyEQGtBq3VQ0A5P_mJx9Jny3qpgq9yMD_9koFZMzpYrS5Z2y0GR8sRrr8X36FCRkIwJ_eUS95sODwj7ritTI7P5l/s320/nybustsf.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217544959967523122" /></a><br /><br />The next few days were a treat for Curtis, Ryan, Kirby, and me, as we were joined by our better halves in the Big Apple. After so much time touring away from our families, it was a nice to get caught up and take in all things New York. Daniel Rhoda also stayed a few extra days in what he calls his “second home.” <br /><br />Well, we are currently at 35,000 feet, somewhere over the Fruited Plain on our way back to Salt Lake. Before we took off, I got an email from our driver Steve Gainey, who had just returned the ZriVost to our Draper headquarters. His email made me smile, and I think I’ll share some excerpts:<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">“Clint,<br /><br />After 5,400 miles, 14 days, and 14 states, the ZriiVost is back in Draper… This was an exciting time for me. It was a pleasure to be of service to everyone and I felt very appreciated. There are some things that stand out from this trip…One was being able to meet Bill Farley in New Hampshire. Another was the BBQs and when Ryan Thompson put on his martial arts demo in Rochester…and what a blast it was to drive the ZriiVost down through Manhattan!”<br /><br />Your driver, <br />Steve Gainey “Team ZriiVost”<br /><br />P.S. Being a part of making history is GREAT!”</span><br /><br />Steve, on behalf of Bill Farley, the other Co-Founders and staff members of Zrii, and tens of thousands of IEs everywhere – many of whom you have now met and befriended – thanks so much for everything you do to make the ZriiVost Tour such a smashing success. I hope you enjoy some down time with your sweet wife in California.<br /><br />As we wrap the second leg of the ZriiVost Tour, I am filled with gratitude for this incredible endeavor in which we all play a role. Zrii is a transformational movement. Our IEs in the field are creating prosperity and greater health everywhere as they share our incomparable story, the best ever told in our industry. What a blessing it is for me, my partners, and our entire staff in Salt Lake to play a small part in serving you along the way. <br /><br />I am looking forward to this coming week! I love the 4th of July. This week, Bill Farley will be honored with the prestigious Freedom Award, given each year by America’s Freedom Foundation during the annual Gala at America’s Freedom Festival. All of you will be hearing more about this honor in the coming weeks. He will also be honored at the world renowned Stadium of Fire on July 4th, which will be broadcast across the Armed Services Network to hundreds of thousands of our troops around the world. Thank you Bill, for your embodiment of what is possible in a free market system. As Chris Gardner has said, you “embody the American Dream.” <br /><br />After the Freedom Festival, it is back out into the field again! I plan to attend Prosperity Meetings in Northern and Southern California, as well as Hawaii, before we gather with 22 special couples for our inaugural incentive trip in Cancun, Mexico on July 18th. My partners will also be in California, as well as Arizona and Florida before the Cancun trip. We look forward to seeing you in the field soon!<br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />Clint (a.k.a. Foghorn Leghorn, and as I have now been dubbed due to weight loss, Macaulay Culkin)The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-26344290738920939232008-06-26T09:01:00.000-07:002008-06-29T22:24:18.891-07:00Together in Titletown<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHoqdEgOfT0rV3z0L9k2PbZa8tBNUeolonMQGyHHdtVDMoDZUZm8LqT9L3AoeN_2H1G8juzAEphzn3chRrHbKTBf-422_Lwfx574dFcQXwIpQA51z1fXlLFIgzoGOokdZvYX8PDRNh3WgF/s1600-h/bosskyline.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHoqdEgOfT0rV3z0L9k2PbZa8tBNUeolonMQGyHHdtVDMoDZUZm8LqT9L3AoeN_2H1G8juzAEphzn3chRrHbKTBf-422_Lwfx574dFcQXwIpQA51z1fXlLFIgzoGOokdZvYX8PDRNh3WgF/s320/bosskyline.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217538187061760802" /></a><br />If the Patriots had been able to hang on and win the Super Bowl, Boston would currently hold three championships. I am not sure if that has ever happened for a city - three teams holding major sports titles at once. As it is, with the Celtics and Red Sox, Boston has two - an honor certainly worthy of the Titletown name.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGP93RHU3-hlz0M3FY__d2E4aXlVc8dIX7qKMCXtczJszwD5f7WcqqLnQjwRQS9e5EA8wvYH7hbEWaZyvu-azES_xxajNioSHz5IOAQqFb88KVUIkBI1SFbM-AWaemkrDRWXWaRcYprhKO/s1600-h/bosbridge.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGP93RHU3-hlz0M3FY__d2E4aXlVc8dIX7qKMCXtczJszwD5f7WcqqLnQjwRQS9e5EA8wvYH7hbEWaZyvu-azES_xxajNioSHz5IOAQqFb88KVUIkBI1SFbM-AWaemkrDRWXWaRcYprhKO/s320/bosbridge.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217538740397689922" /></a><br /><br />We arrived in Boston early afternoon yesterday. After a few hours of meeting preparation and some intense work in our rooms with laptops, we were ready to greet a lively throng of New Englanders. The meeting was terrific - filled with energy and enthusiasm from some of the most committed IEs in the Zrii family.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3SrZx6CKR8lUIR7uyRj_X3wwJVhYyM0uNbjvm9ZHPVCIGydw1W-Xkf_rdFMF28WRPrAQV7iqD5N-92329uyOfIxXqCOU3v_pJGawscaTUiK8uXBUT5LjVVzM058bwUEENu5xh_JCDD0K3/s1600-h/boshot.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3SrZx6CKR8lUIR7uyRj_X3wwJVhYyM0uNbjvm9ZHPVCIGydw1W-Xkf_rdFMF28WRPrAQV7iqD5N-92329uyOfIxXqCOU3v_pJGawscaTUiK8uXBUT5LjVVzM058bwUEENu5xh_JCDD0K3/s320/boshot.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217540017183274418" /></a><br /><br />As I review my previous blog entries, it seems I give you the same basic information about the presentations in the meetings - about what was said and who said it each night. The flow of this meeting was similar to the others, and of course had a special feeling that is unique to this area and our leaders here. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimIMciJebfdPTx-UFobiGgPq8jklgte_N7TLXHq1nnPDjBQcamMUbLJvPfxi89X8JOYTKparaG3mUpS-0no2l4ToA-KUnV4jYdgC_VWAawso67TTsJTms4J47mV4N5F1SPtagsA9P4E4_j/s1600-h/bosrhoda.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimIMciJebfdPTx-UFobiGgPq8jklgte_N7TLXHq1nnPDjBQcamMUbLJvPfxi89X8JOYTKparaG3mUpS-0no2l4ToA-KUnV4jYdgC_VWAawso67TTsJTms4J47mV4N5F1SPtagsA9P4E4_j/s320/bosrhoda.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217539293381206770" /></a><br /><br />In this blog entry, however, I would prefer to simply share my feelings with you about the people in Zrii and what they mean to me. And for that matter, what the people in Zrii mean to all of us.<br /><br />To me, network marketing is all about people. This business does not happen remotely, holed up in a remote room somewhere. And while Zrii is definitely a home-based business for tens of thousands of people, it is not a business that happens only at home. Zrii is a community of like-minded people all across North America, and in the coming years, all around the world. We have all been attracted to this community, because for some reason, we have felt its magnetism. Something about Zrii has moved us emotionally, and it has moved us enough that we have taken action. We have gotten involved, shared it with people we know, love, and even with people would never have known had we not had Zrii to share with them. And of course, we gather! We gather in living rooms, we gather around kitchen tables, we gather in backyards, we gather in restaurants, we gather in community centers, we gather in hotels, we gather on tours, and we gather in style at major corporate events. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisDRLS6oxSaY1xlKJBe6xNaJluQX1qGc8JTZCcp0ZPgVosrF8WJzdlzYEbAf5WE-_BqF9R4pSQc_s3h24utj1j2wdYHyqVODMK7NFgWELYcQLdotPikboZMi0K4nDl9FXDyIAld_NltURt/s1600-h/bospeople.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisDRLS6oxSaY1xlKJBe6xNaJluQX1qGc8JTZCcp0ZPgVosrF8WJzdlzYEbAf5WE-_BqF9R4pSQc_s3h24utj1j2wdYHyqVODMK7NFgWELYcQLdotPikboZMi0K4nDl9FXDyIAld_NltURt/s320/bospeople.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5217539494950205746" /></a><br /><br />There is magic in the gathering. When we converse eye to eye, press flesh, share hopes and dreams, struggle together, and celebrate our proudest moments together, we grow in ways that can be transformational. The experiences we share infuse us with new energy, give us renewed purpose and resolve, and make us all a force for good.<br /><br />Is our revolutionary product providing health benefits and balancing mind, body, and spirit? Is our exploding business providing a platform for people with goals that span the spectrum to realize rich financial rewards? Do opportunities for leadership, providing and receiving mentorship, and personal development abound? Yes, yes, and yes - emphatically. But in the end, the aspect of this endeavor that is most rewarding to me is the continued interaction with some of the best people in the world, many of whom have become dear friends.<br /><br />These were my feelings as I looked out over 125 New Englanders last night - and a few that came from as far as Aspen, CO, Stockholm, Sweden, and Tel Aviv, Israel. <br /><br />We have seen over 1,000 of you so far on this leg of the tour. And we look forward to seeing even more of you tonight in the Big Apple. As we cruise down the 95 through my home state of Connecticut, we are excited to enter Manhattan in a few hours in the ZriiVost, and to take this branding icon down the streets of the biggest city in America. We are thrilled to be joined on these last two stops by Kevin Larson, Senior Director of Marketing and Events, and by Kirby and Debbie Zenger, who joined us in Boston after flying in from London. Our GM Kirby may be the "steady influence," but he has done little to calm the youthful energy on the ZriiVost. He has actually added to it! What a treat to have Debbie with us on the bus.<br /><br />We look forward to being joined by other Co-Founder spouses soon, as Michelle Thompson, Kamy Call, and Heather McKinlay will be joining us this afternoon in New York. After the meeting tonight, they will spend a few days with us in New York before we all head back home on Sunday, ready for an exciting new week filled with all things Zrii.<br /><br />Zriiyaa!<br /><br />Clint (Foghorn Leghorn, Macaulay Culkin, and Curt Schiling - if I can utter that name in New York!)The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-74642909543875800752008-06-25T10:23:00.000-07:002008-06-25T13:25:22.135-07:00On Golden LandJust north of Lake Winnipesaukee, beyond a few rolling hills rich in vegetation, there is a beautiful body of water known as Squam Lake. This lake was the setting for the movie "On Golden Pond". Squam Lake is visible as part of a sweeping, scenic vista from the portico of the Fitzgerald home in Center Harbor, NH.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwJTp5ECxztmKOXKwH1MA7sX5mkjigpcvLSzei2uP0fHWqPgpC6l_T-Ble6YPxjcxkxB46c4P1zRWvf4Vl686tJt-IN9ItjaAvZMcmEPgCeteca0Xn7miWp029eXav0_KMu5XkzWxLL0iP/s1600-h/fitport.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwJTp5ECxztmKOXKwH1MA7sX5mkjigpcvLSzei2uP0fHWqPgpC6l_T-Ble6YPxjcxkxB46c4P1zRWvf4Vl686tJt-IN9ItjaAvZMcmEPgCeteca0Xn7miWp029eXav0_KMu5XkzWxLL0iP/s320/fitport.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215900675199787906" /></a><br /><br />Their 300 acre property, two hours north of Boston and completely unmolested from encroachment of any kind, served as an idyllic setting to play host to a special social activity last evening - with the ZriiVost front and center. Bathed in lights that would be suitable for Fort Knox, the stately coach was consistently filled with IEs and guests. A group of cars nearly a quarter mile long lined the long driveway, which was organized and patrolled by the local police. Well over 100 IEs and guests filled the big white tent where a full scale luau left everyone fed and happy. With a calypso band, dance floor, and even a clown for the kids on hand, there was something for everyone. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2bRCY8cXiRfx94bLE_Q7S75fvesJdXbVUlJ62sVd0OtUy127liBxMH4xuH9HpszRi0gguc6f8kYj-258Hz_WBn1vhRTbCcke3pFruLRUhhXPJiP5RDeeY6MaGL4L5UCWEECuZtD3hNXN3/s1600-h/fittent.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2bRCY8cXiRfx94bLE_Q7S75fvesJdXbVUlJ62sVd0OtUy127liBxMH4xuH9HpszRi0gguc6f8kYj-258Hz_WBn1vhRTbCcke3pFruLRUhhXPJiP5RDeeY6MaGL4L5UCWEECuZtD3hNXN3/s320/fittent.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215906187961902066" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfiwZ3shncA0rLm9u1UGYipTEhV6GTwuam2ROJ7YJ94P5JDCgw7h450xqxZiSNLYARHqeq9dmEp47ME30PdNksTSYJdHO5-9jxhDLWeeoCXFw028jGeXIQRcL1qFpsPA7Ne5tc2vl6mSOx/s1600-h/fitbq.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfiwZ3shncA0rLm9u1UGYipTEhV6GTwuam2ROJ7YJ94P5JDCgw7h450xqxZiSNLYARHqeq9dmEp47ME30PdNksTSYJdHO5-9jxhDLWeeoCXFw028jGeXIQRcL1qFpsPA7Ne5tc2vl6mSOx/s320/fitbq.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215906372823918450" /></a><br /><br />Speaking of the dance floor, we will never forget the dance moves that Ryan Thompson busted out. If you have not had a chance to either observe or dance near Ryan, that moment could be a special one in your future.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguw5xYS_Y9bjHNoM2P5sGc2gJ5YhbSkeNk8TBdFihyphenhyphengsC9tH3HXN6vWulTV4AQJ8juvkptdFjFNYsguKl0SLoRC5pw1APBNyQfyg0xpSgq5NgQip7HGw63Y2rW5MLBn-o4MneQRO_Upxo7/s1600-h/fitryandance.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguw5xYS_Y9bjHNoM2P5sGc2gJ5YhbSkeNk8TBdFihyphenhyphengsC9tH3HXN6vWulTV4AQJ8juvkptdFjFNYsguKl0SLoRC5pw1APBNyQfyg0xpSgq5NgQip7HGw63Y2rW5MLBn-o4MneQRO_Upxo7/s320/fitryandance.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215902117432466626" /></a><br /><br />Everyone appreciated the appearance of our Founder and CEO, Bill Farley, who made the drive up from his summer home in Kennebunkport, Maine. So many new IEs and their guests had an opportunity to spend quality time with Bill, and everyone was able to hear him speak for a few minutes on his ties to this region and an update on the record breaking growth of Zrii.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNqRwsNGrBGekxdvONPzyFhgTPIKNY8yfciRIAr-GVGc_Rv1mZYLPsXR7khXZYaHRHwLd-yYf1ga7USBAGfxfGOt5IU7LHa6gEUvn0oAQYhSyUmNQqS0elZWR50q37uvylEpPf3_36Aq3U/s1600-h/fitbil.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNqRwsNGrBGekxdvONPzyFhgTPIKNY8yfciRIAr-GVGc_Rv1mZYLPsXR7khXZYaHRHwLd-yYf1ga7USBAGfxfGOt5IU7LHa6gEUvn0oAQYhSyUmNQqS0elZWR50q37uvylEpPf3_36Aq3U/s320/fitbil.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215901123948787538" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirUgd8wYQwQMV063jICJJ2DSFj6rC_gti6yYhHTRkPwsvciohyphenhyphen6awVv2DBV6iSo397m-3EagA1kuJLqtjancRwhfC468G3JbEth95z2WtVk3IYJ7Ozixg6AhBsN-C34p08bq4jfF8DRL-R/s1600-h/fitbilcr.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirUgd8wYQwQMV063jICJJ2DSFj6rC_gti6yYhHTRkPwsvciohyphenhyphen6awVv2DBV6iSo397m-3EagA1kuJLqtjancRwhfC468G3JbEth95z2WtVk3IYJ7Ozixg6AhBsN-C34p08bq4jfF8DRL-R/s320/fitbilcr.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215901586392410418" /></a><br /><br />The highlight of the evening came when the local IEs presented a large cardboard check to the Zrii Foundation. This was a complete surprise to us, and will be a blessing to hundreds of disadvantaged children. Donations totaling over $4,000.00 were presented, all submitted by members of our gathering last night. This was a powerful emotional moment and a sign of generosity from the IEs in attendance. On behalf of the entire Zrii corporate family and the children whose lives you will touch with this money, thank you so much for your kindness. <br /><br />It was great to see so many emerging IE leaders from northern New England. It was also a treat to have 7-Star Art Duel, Keith Fitzgerlad's enroller, in town from Fairfield, CT. As I looked out over the crowd and observed all of the engaging conversations going on, I couldn't help but think that the scene in front of me was best summed up by the now iconic words of Kirby Zenger on the <span style="font-style:italic;">Stars Aligning</span> DVD when he said, "This is network marketing how it was supposed to be!" Notwithstanding the violent thunderstorms brewing in Boston and southern New Hampshire, the weather in Center Harbor cooperated, and the festive gathering went well into the night. What a treat for all the guests in attendance, to be exposed to Zrii in such a delightful way.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7jdtpI5ohiKlLLtXMA9xeNiToP_WaH8j3wdcm6PnNF44tlGmKzYmvmZHuZ7cvlPsUIFHTWBmZsTanMT9fMejjCQwzSDDIjjNjcgAHqbyybKzhaxxb4qmC9j_tq4uLZPAZ2NWMU6wp72oC/s1600-h/fitzriivostcrowd.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7jdtpI5ohiKlLLtXMA9xeNiToP_WaH8j3wdcm6PnNF44tlGmKzYmvmZHuZ7cvlPsUIFHTWBmZsTanMT9fMejjCQwzSDDIjjNjcgAHqbyybKzhaxxb4qmC9j_tq4uLZPAZ2NWMU6wp72oC/s320/fitzriivostcrowd.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215902720503839394" /></a><br /><br />This morning, after a sound night's sleep in the Fitzgerald guest house, Ryan, Curtis, and I went for a beautiful 3-mile run along the shoreline of Lake Winnipesaukee, in and around the quaint town of Meredith. What a lovely setting. I must say, after running a few times in Colorado Springs last week, our lungs appreciated being filled with so much abundant oxygen. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyazJf1P4ua8EdbcGkfXWUS0Bn8Df1br9MCL9MMtaPU9VHt9w15XC1yVzRTkxsyjNz8DLQCUC8YUCIKCQ4apRlFj19WiGg85eiYz8eoq_eKw1rzLCvD_57LqMvIMkxqpBqXqRvJ6Me5PVX/s1600-h/meredith.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyazJf1P4ua8EdbcGkfXWUS0Bn8Df1br9MCL9MMtaPU9VHt9w15XC1yVzRTkxsyjNz8DLQCUC8YUCIKCQ4apRlFj19WiGg85eiYz8eoq_eKw1rzLCvD_57LqMvIMkxqpBqXqRvJ6Me5PVX/s320/meredith.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215905597693297122" /></a><br /><br />After returning home to a delicious breakfast of Dutch pancakes, we took a few Jeeps down to a clearing on the Fitzgerald property and shot skeet with some very powerful shotguns. I think we were all impressed with how many clay pigeons we hit. Skeet shooting is not a typical activity on the ZriiVost tour, much less back at Zrii headquarters where we seem to spend the rest of our waking hours. So, we were quite happy with the targets we hit. OK, it would be more accurate to say the targets we blew to bits! Hey, we even impressed Keith, who shoots skeet a bit more than we do, so we were pleased to gracefully avoid embarrassment.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqFpXJaCqJ72frMc65r9u8dQAVAsdVCmvFE4Lnx9yuN5Fsse4YmsCi_GwFeTaC2eBHcHqqZ-0ABlLbeuoSWLMYkLii5Y50fbHtEqnJ9LFSgs_qsRJ42OSADbjaph3qKVTe6dWZP8bqmrN3/s1600-h/fitgun.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqFpXJaCqJ72frMc65r9u8dQAVAsdVCmvFE4Lnx9yuN5Fsse4YmsCi_GwFeTaC2eBHcHqqZ-0ABlLbeuoSWLMYkLii5Y50fbHtEqnJ9LFSgs_qsRJ42OSADbjaph3qKVTe6dWZP8bqmrN3/s320/fitgun.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215905884894291522" /></a><br /><br />As we head down 93 southbound to our stop tonight in Boston, we are filled with gratitude to 7-Stars Keith and Francine for hosting such an outstanding event. Thanks again on behalf of many, many people.<br /><br />We lok forward to seeing many of you tonight at the Burlington Marriott!<br /><br />Zriiyaa!<br /><br />Clint (i.e. Foghorn Leghorn, Macaulay Culkin, Curt Schilling, etc.)The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-57463721281691297602008-06-24T12:06:00.000-07:002008-06-24T12:57:37.720-07:00New York Upstate of MindWell, what a day we have had on the ZriiVost. We left this morning at 6:00 AM, and as I type we are heading north on I-93 in New Hampshire. We are 7.5 hours in to the trip today, with just an hour or so remaining before we pull up to the Fitzgerald residence, where 7-Stars Keith and Francine Fitzgerald will host a luau. Early scouting reports indicate that this event will be brimming with several hundred people, complete with a large white tent, calypso band, pig roast, and even entertainment for the kids. Who knows, a Zrii Prosperity Meeting may even break out. A large number of Zrii IEs, scores of guests, and of course, plenty of flowing Zrii will keep the party moving. We can't wait to get there very soon and begin this iconic party!<br /><br />But first, I must say something about our growing Zrii family in Upstate New York. You are inspiring! We had a packed room with pulse quickening enthusiasm last night in Rochester. The energy was terrific. Even though we struggled with our first A/V snafu of the tour, no one seemed to notice, and we did not miss the videos at all. We made up for it with some of the most touching product and business testimonials any of us have heard - and we have heard a lot. The emotion on display was evidence of a close-knit, tightly bonded family of like-minded entrepreneurs who are supporting each other in every way. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_BmO4pm_EzjqHtuYoCcSnt9R0ZT32uQz2VHP9GT90AQxTH8mctyXKyhLqt0BuQRT1DjEkTtrFfbUGYH94kFlrDDLM7AxIZv-2waX9MK5mwT8U5mEkyykR9VdjYn-NRh1YXAu1QLDb1lUS/s1600-h/rocal.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_BmO4pm_EzjqHtuYoCcSnt9R0ZT32uQz2VHP9GT90AQxTH8mctyXKyhLqt0BuQRT1DjEkTtrFfbUGYH94kFlrDDLM7AxIZv-2waX9MK5mwT8U5mEkyykR9VdjYn-NRh1YXAu1QLDb1lUS/s320/rocal.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215537646670193298" /></a><br /><br />Andy Kirsch, have you ever started something here. Andy enrolled the well known networkers Joe and Jackie Vona, who have since helped build a vibrant team in the Rochester area and beyond. From southern Ontario to Binghamton, their team drew a crowd of exceptional people to the meeting who have all felt Zrii's magnetism, and who have thrown in with us in building a billion dollar brand. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEQX_Hrs5-c6gygsGLw8CBWE_D0TK7kZgjWZybIfxuiHdl0869rcJnsf1lSwMMWlS1XuLsRjKO4n1x_magKXUTqLx03Nq6I1VgKpXWTE3-1LXFLChORALNtxIkC9BYosd6EfFaqwhghxKg/s1600-h/rocjdo.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEQX_Hrs5-c6gygsGLw8CBWE_D0TK7kZgjWZybIfxuiHdl0869rcJnsf1lSwMMWlS1XuLsRjKO4n1x_magKXUTqLx03Nq6I1VgKpXWTE3-1LXFLChORALNtxIkC9BYosd6EfFaqwhghxKg/s320/rocjdo.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215539577689623122" /></a><br /><br />One of last night's highlights, along with the moving testimonials, was the presentation of Master Distributor and 10-Star Jason Domingo. His words were clear and concise, and his message unmistakable. How fortunate we all are to be in the right place at the right time in Zrii. Daniel Rhoda once again has the audience mesmorized with his own story of personal healing, and the make-up of Zrii's product formulation. Curtis kept things moving with the ease of Billy Crystal as our MC, and Ryan I shared some exciting corporate announcements. With the best local field leaders, Jason Domingo, Daniel Rhoda, and Co-Founders all sharing the stage, who needs videos anyway?<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoazuAAQUfpZBtifRlZ-JHZWIwkvfiZx7jaw8B8rXhUcSqYcDzxDwmY7Cbar37X3BngyNR76H5uJqBKLsltT-wudq0pOQD-BHDdR_crurfElzzF2_7C0tfoRsQuruAYHAJpzVATA8at-e3/s1600-h/rocrhodacrowd.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoazuAAQUfpZBtifRlZ-JHZWIwkvfiZx7jaw8B8rXhUcSqYcDzxDwmY7Cbar37X3BngyNR76H5uJqBKLsltT-wudq0pOQD-BHDdR_crurfElzzF2_7C0tfoRsQuruAYHAJpzVATA8at-e3/s320/rocrhodacrowd.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215537966649408706" /></a><br /><br />We all stayed up late in and around the ZriiVost, taking pictures and talking about best practices in building the Zrii business. We absolutely loved hearing the mindset in Rochester that our heros in law enforcement have brought to the Zrii family. Thanks so much for the dozens of members of the RPD and your families for your unique and powerful contributions to Zrii. Your businesses are set to flourish.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWWfJ5MaRX0ecgg_bs8qQlXj6JXflqhGYeO5z4DklA9QnWF6SVl0EFVgy-ZZLO6vQDg_m0s2qPVN3djFjU5RO4AZwxRY9wMvuRkraGcsADlc0EJzrsxNo7HSbt4v1K9AxUDJg5uWRtrc23/s1600-h/roccurtie.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWWfJ5MaRX0ecgg_bs8qQlXj6JXflqhGYeO5z4DklA9QnWF6SVl0EFVgy-ZZLO6vQDg_m0s2qPVN3djFjU5RO4AZwxRY9wMvuRkraGcsADlc0EJzrsxNo7HSbt4v1K9AxUDJg5uWRtrc23/s320/roccurtie.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215538569631147698" /></a><br /><br />We all can't wait to be in an Upstate of mind again soon! We look forward to returning often.<br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />Clint (Foghorn Leghorn, Macaulay Culkin, and as we head into New England - Curt Schilling)The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-30215105967674261492008-06-23T13:39:00.000-07:002008-06-24T12:58:55.273-07:00Backyard Bliss<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGkCYv3CwNpeB-O95I7tqvtEyD7ergEXMqA0KNlqQHLwJvrouIh84Y2xertqujdy3VSN8AvZdTdrYOex2Ac3zZDq67txDkUHKyYzNAXFYXCqxDzltMZyiAaN4ZR0MwDIdhuQnz64FeOB-f/s1600-h/rocbottle.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGkCYv3CwNpeB-O95I7tqvtEyD7ergEXMqA0KNlqQHLwJvrouIh84Y2xertqujdy3VSN8AvZdTdrYOex2Ac3zZDq67txDkUHKyYzNAXFYXCqxDzltMZyiAaN4ZR0MwDIdhuQnz64FeOB-f/s320/rocbottle.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215196067906621762" /></a><br /><br />Greetings from upstate NY! Curtis, the Ryans and I got in at about 5:30 PM local time yesterday, and after checking in to our hotel, were immediately whisked away to the beautiful home of Al and Tia DeRosa in Rochester. Cars were parked as far as the eye could see in their neighborhood. Fortunately, there was room for us to park on the grass to the side of the driveway. Over 75 people in the ever expanding organization of Joe and Jackie Vona showed up for the food and fun by the pool. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgskweHpsF6SqhilJItcYJYjHup4gk3J2jnkE5L7sdm8hdXVQJa7HaBesAamUExC0Hkl2CouWplNLQVlbfl0JYS4nH5qXOayyW1w0x_BvJ4Vx31-2ieDr4bclulc7Gug3J7J-obhbdguiZR/s1600-h/rocpanarama.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgskweHpsF6SqhilJItcYJYjHup4gk3J2jnkE5L7sdm8hdXVQJa7HaBesAamUExC0Hkl2CouWplNLQVlbfl0JYS4nH5qXOayyW1w0x_BvJ4Vx31-2ieDr4bclulc7Gug3J7J-obhbdguiZR/s320/rocpanarama.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215192312826686754" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzGDkL0Hus8Vi7RanZ3AZmYGVlt_Q1qX6-JePcvu0ZKqbh1HJBPxBH8u4ZxbExfPY0-u0Kvl6RKat2ZoZbLLX9Je4LhDJwx6glghTfCHAneeLFLcdkuJLZ6qhUMSTgfvXipMrXZhxIk920/s1600-h/rocclintatpool.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzGDkL0Hus8Vi7RanZ3AZmYGVlt_Q1qX6-JePcvu0ZKqbh1HJBPxBH8u4ZxbExfPY0-u0Kvl6RKat2ZoZbLLX9Je4LhDJwx6glghTfCHAneeLFLcdkuJLZ6qhUMSTgfvXipMrXZhxIk920/s320/rocclintatpool.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215188895117015266" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiAnDkG1o5_xGYkBLZTUcWYA-iyKn7sbmIrobnVk043qXAjlKuWLFgljWB8B39dQqQj2K7J_kscYq-vugpqCvrSp2BRIVXZkbYQ5aY4MkgWxS6EFPNhXmcD2t7jsNP2tiepayFnsnuEI7T/s1600-h/roccurt.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiAnDkG1o5_xGYkBLZTUcWYA-iyKn7sbmIrobnVk043qXAjlKuWLFgljWB8B39dQqQj2K7J_kscYq-vugpqCvrSp2BRIVXZkbYQ5aY4MkgWxS6EFPNhXmcD2t7jsNP2tiepayFnsnuEI7T/s320/roccurt.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215192692838559410" /></a><br /><br />Some of Rochester's finest were on hand, including Dave and Kathy Lipinczyk (first IEs enrolled in Rochester!), Joe and Angel Neidert, Brad and Marcie DeWal, Dave Debole, Mike and Brenda Dunbar, Fed and Mary Ann Stiles, Rick Schoberlein, Frank and Julie Showers, Kathy Crandall, and of course, Joe Vona's enroller, Andy Kirsch! Okay, so I missed a lot of people, but that gives you an idea. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi69a85OtE0B5KJT37b4o4BzU3DhWFJcJu_volKpm5cfeJEaUrn5cLPxs_ohA5TbGxDDiCQBCvbvVEMvyj5GCUuY6yFXF4GW6JmCwXsNh8C214OvODm5idY2easvXvFocYuTeZCfqnEse43/s1600-h/rocalsteve.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi69a85OtE0B5KJT37b4o4BzU3DhWFJcJu_volKpm5cfeJEaUrn5cLPxs_ohA5TbGxDDiCQBCvbvVEMvyj5GCUuY6yFXF4GW6JmCwXsNh8C214OvODm5idY2easvXvFocYuTeZCfqnEse43/s320/rocalsteve.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215195047520924594" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYgkEdl8FhL_r35CJjuu35T4tibGGYVQocBIKcZE7PQJN1-_ofWvyWp7h1PhuBVb3XoqL20hmn25ZFzKVIPqOaJKRKPm1NRm4eF2ew8EUZgN2RgXXvYLaNTUKcwQ8ID2mfj6lmKgVS8Lqx/s1600-h/roccrandal.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYgkEdl8FhL_r35CJjuu35T4tibGGYVQocBIKcZE7PQJN1-_ofWvyWp7h1PhuBVb3XoqL20hmn25ZFzKVIPqOaJKRKPm1NRm4eF2ew8EUZgN2RgXXvYLaNTUKcwQ8ID2mfj6lmKgVS8Lqx/s320/roccrandal.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215195571964403234" /></a><br /><br />Great food, splashing in the pool, a spontaneous game of whiffle ball featuring both adults and children, recipe sharing, and of course brimming Zrii enthusiasm took us into the night. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw5BnZWmNhto-1oQaUiU39tfzdBflW3PSSgYHJ2kGEMrmAb8p-kvlNt-NqPhzgJNY1GEEKUEE1MH91pb9CsXvNC1U_SU0qKPlww3iuIADx4MmaSmkadNP2lZyMg1E-RIEfzPA9Mk3Cyp1x/s1600-h/rocclintpitch.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw5BnZWmNhto-1oQaUiU39tfzdBflW3PSSgYHJ2kGEMrmAb8p-kvlNt-NqPhzgJNY1GEEKUEE1MH91pb9CsXvNC1U_SU0qKPlww3iuIADx4MmaSmkadNP2lZyMg1E-RIEfzPA9Mk3Cyp1x/s320/rocclintpitch.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215189036059841586" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjruTQq0iaP18Su1HbQSccUNGJb6uKdD0da3zfEa5U0drDk_Ilhp-w_HTfXV4ZZI8Ye8aRDgyx8CdilCocPF_edsLZrNhqXdwAQOHVnK2E423_N2pZo2Z5RPaaezQN5rIAs_1uBNctHvCMA/s1600-h/rocryan.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjruTQq0iaP18Su1HbQSccUNGJb6uKdD0da3zfEa5U0drDk_Ilhp-w_HTfXV4ZZI8Ye8aRDgyx8CdilCocPF_edsLZrNhqXdwAQOHVnK2E423_N2pZo2Z5RPaaezQN5rIAs_1uBNctHvCMA/s320/rocryan.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215194838386168114" /></a><br /><br />One of the culinary highlights of the evening was "Bud's Dip," which has a legend all its own, and of course, Kathy Crandall's chicken wing dip. This chicken wing dip was all the buzz when we arrived at the party. But when we tried it for ourselves...oh my, I can still taste it. Incredibly delicious! Thank you Kathy for letting me share the recipe with all of Zrii Nation. Write this down everyone, and you will be the most popular person at your next party:<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Chicken Wing Dip<br /> <br />1 1/2 cups Buffalo Wing Sauce<br />1 8oz. block of cream cheese<br />1 1/2 cups blue cheese salad dressing<br />2 cups shredded cheddar cheese <br />5 boneless/skinless chicken breast <br /> cooked and shredded<br /> <br />Heat all the ingredients, except the chicken on the stove over medium heat until well blended. Then stir in the shredded chicken. Serve in a crock pot to keep warm with crackers and celery to dip.</span><br /><br />Thanks again to Al and Tia DeRosa for playing hosts to such a great party last night. The energy and the company were delightful. You created an evening that will never be forgotten!<br /><br />Many of our family members here are in law enforcement, keeping Rochester and surrounding areas safe. We always feel so secure in their company. They are some of the best people we know, with great values and a very strong work ethic and sense of mission in Zrii. <br /><br />We enjoyed a sneak peak at the ZriiVost with a few of our leaders in the area last night before retiring. We also threw our arms off with that football as the kids ran under the lights. Angel Neidert, if only we all had a tight spiral like you! I think even Curtis was jealous of your John Elway-esque motion. Can I mention Elway's name this close to Buffalo??<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh2EKJq2Zv0aZfnymE2elMpoMHhpm-gjX1PuY9SzNP2e10S9c66TOYopfMXAFGekX-3aKq_oFwwUPspgGCv098j-WXWhVh16ZnFAyxtIDtOlUlgPHoDroWlTWlJPOwJAGWJIcb5cE5S9P2/s1600-h/rocjoevost.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh2EKJq2Zv0aZfnymE2elMpoMHhpm-gjX1PuY9SzNP2e10S9c66TOYopfMXAFGekX-3aKq_oFwwUPspgGCv098j-WXWhVh16ZnFAyxtIDtOlUlgPHoDroWlTWlJPOwJAGWJIcb5cE5S9P2/s320/rocjoevost.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5215196323837438882" /></a><br /><br />There is so much excitement around Zrii in this area, and it is very contagious. Our hotel here is right off the 390, the main artery going through Rochester. Text messages around Zrii Nation here have been a blaze the past few days with the ZriiVost in the parking lot of the Marriott. We can't wait for the meeting here in a few hours. Hope to see you there!<br /><br />Type to you tomorrow,<br /><br />Clint (Foghorn Leghorn). Some people even call me Macaulay Culkin ?!?!?<br /><br />P.S. Hats off again to our driver, Steve Gainey, who on this leg has logged 2280 miles - so far. Not quite half done. Nice work Steve! He can tell you all about the heartland, including Denver, Omaha, South Bend, and Cleveland. Steve is a total pro!The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-61669970346091097532008-06-19T09:50:00.000-07:002008-06-19T23:13:17.286-07:00Beautiful Place, Beautiful People<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuTefCD2CkAjVihW1Q6XRC19eQAL06-8-sZzufpJ68OMrNWhCQf8l7__OFyRAtqJiwlDvFDTfL0aMPkWt8VijsHWPAvohdruqePkjwkb24cCu2Dj-7qKA-IeJ9LhLj1twJfO1lXlIoxqDy/s1600-h/csbeauty.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuTefCD2CkAjVihW1Q6XRC19eQAL06-8-sZzufpJ68OMrNWhCQf8l7__OFyRAtqJiwlDvFDTfL0aMPkWt8VijsHWPAvohdruqePkjwkb24cCu2Dj-7qKA-IeJ9LhLj1twJfO1lXlIoxqDy/s320/csbeauty.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213818300686094610" /></a><br /><br />Colorado Springs. If you've ever been through here, you know how beautiful it is. And if you've ever spent any quality time here, you know how beautiful the people are as well. Genuine people and pulchritudinous landscapes - a rare and special combination that makes Colorado Springs one of the choicest places to visit and live.<br /><br />After a short drive south from Denver on I-25, we crested over Monument Hill and began our decent into lovely El Paso County. We pulled into the Cheyenne Mountain Resort a short time later. We were immediately drawn to the porches outside our rooms to take in the view of the resort's golf course, attractive mountain homes, and the world famous Pikes Peak.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiex35vEDHlw5uUAVPtStm7jA8-k2SrZ_iqb7MGdAxrcwywGVkeDQHI6Ulg_x70-hh_0b963vyt3BdI4GKC-C4zRoGrRJSLAxg08UePvR0Uzs0hBiEOn2VQ1kqHTuryeKfx0S7U_dmLNCOq/s1600-h/cmrview.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiex35vEDHlw5uUAVPtStm7jA8-k2SrZ_iqb7MGdAxrcwywGVkeDQHI6Ulg_x70-hh_0b963vyt3BdI4GKC-C4zRoGrRJSLAxg08UePvR0Uzs0hBiEOn2VQ1kqHTuryeKfx0S7U_dmLNCOq/s320/cmrview.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213818534535217170" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAbTupKPVwfgvKy-tNgU7XUzUsrTb1hwY0l4FlwtXx77K3NnIav0rDVqB-MJ_ay5ykCIQtIvTPHpYApYgJmDf1IPbVBwLYIEZVddJxVadyVcPq2W5Bnz0_UIgE6EdZHTZxdDIJ3uZTxVyy/s1600-h/cmrdeck.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAbTupKPVwfgvKy-tNgU7XUzUsrTb1hwY0l4FlwtXx77K3NnIav0rDVqB-MJ_ay5ykCIQtIvTPHpYApYgJmDf1IPbVBwLYIEZVddJxVadyVcPq2W5Bnz0_UIgE6EdZHTZxdDIJ3uZTxVyy/s320/cmrdeck.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213823015592146034" /></a><br /><br />With a few hours remaining before our evening meeting, Curtis, Ryan and I made the short trip up to the Garden of the Gods, a geological and ecological feast for the senses.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6Fnn1FdcZ2RQ_iwqp-1WzaadrZVJWPQNvdJx-YvQi4RUC-RPXKX_NYzbHA6mtZ-3Gyhj7Ig2TYZ2kXoYm_KD3GAETAET6KOOX5Zlw_zT40lURcjmfBGCMW51dVgcfwiXe3PEIVgQJfmvl/s1600-h/gogentrance.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6Fnn1FdcZ2RQ_iwqp-1WzaadrZVJWPQNvdJx-YvQi4RUC-RPXKX_NYzbHA6mtZ-3Gyhj7Ig2TYZ2kXoYm_KD3GAETAET6KOOX5Zlw_zT40lURcjmfBGCMW51dVgcfwiXe3PEIVgQJfmvl/s320/gogentrance.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213818705354148114" /></a><br /><br />Surrounded by dramatic red rock formations, diverse plant life, and stunning views of Pikes Peak, we felt inspired to go for a run.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHuoAolqLHSIAteNATjlDeusDqpdpVEcA3xLDFn7DVUl80U8vb97fdnN47Du_Or_23qiCkjV43eTlcuv_ckwtgzz-gDbvhyphenhyphenEQ6gAoMPFOs_bPLFUAvGm7Hz12khu3eBcHEQd33U2ToBcMl/s1600-h/gogccrinside.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHuoAolqLHSIAteNATjlDeusDqpdpVEcA3xLDFn7DVUl80U8vb97fdnN47Du_Or_23qiCkjV43eTlcuv_ckwtgzz-gDbvhyphenhyphenEQ6gAoMPFOs_bPLFUAvGm7Hz12khu3eBcHEQd33U2ToBcMl/s320/gogccrinside.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213818865164645042" /></a><br /><br />After a few hundred yards, we were abruptly aware of the altitude! Yet we forged on, logging several miles and producing plenty of perspiration. While we ran, our videographer Kyle Burdash was on hand to capture some video of this world renown ocular potpourri. Our bodies and spirits were fed after an hour in this slice of heaven. Rejuvenated, we departed, excited to spend the rest of the evening with hundreds of IEs and guests back at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvZ-6fKzYzVItMq534yBLZzrMKJB9_nZ92Ta6eqKhqht0o-u3HVDC98duTw_EiWR9mvHUNbyZ3pTJIASjD5GaSQgue0T_-wjiKVPndWUHoFtqHAVaSYGJY5SpXmhyphenhyphenWpu8Lu0C20HLaMAzg/s1600-h/gogccrparkinglot.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvZ-6fKzYzVItMq534yBLZzrMKJB9_nZ92Ta6eqKhqht0o-u3HVDC98duTw_EiWR9mvHUNbyZ3pTJIASjD5GaSQgue0T_-wjiKVPndWUHoFtqHAVaSYGJY5SpXmhyphenhyphenWpu8Lu0C20HLaMAzg/s320/gogccrparkinglot.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213818955887177506" /></a><br /><br />After such a successful meeting the previous night in Denver, we were anxious to see old friends, new Zrii family members, and guests once again. When the doors opened at 7:00 PM, for the second night in a row, we were greeted by a wave of enthusiasm, as well over 200 smiling people moved with haste to secure their seats.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZkShp7o49_7k9bMSnEByZz_Ldtrh9FxnFUcWpFdT4OfnBj4iVu5PVRN4OhZDo9T2YpkvI13iey7OUaDeg256yuiVbxQ7v1YatHiHx8N_Z4RvNBxlydAD1DmeVubQkrlk1i99VHZsgs8xR/s1600-h/cmrcmgreeting.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZkShp7o49_7k9bMSnEByZz_Ldtrh9FxnFUcWpFdT4OfnBj4iVu5PVRN4OhZDo9T2YpkvI13iey7OUaDeg256yuiVbxQ7v1YatHiHx8N_Z4RvNBxlydAD1DmeVubQkrlk1i99VHZsgs8xR/s320/cmrcmgreeting.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213819068721574018" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ukEufJ5lEZ_0pSDR_qWJWVnCIQ_wwD5X1c2_9DfPaM6QUyMID_9a0TZNQ86TmRgbTuPO9dQY0vz1FkG-8no43zTO2eRGiStUOqu3JfKu4Jtj85alqd4FUMTZL_T7fly70slJ4qOkacOH/s1600-h/ccgreet.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_ukEufJ5lEZ_0pSDR_qWJWVnCIQ_wwD5X1c2_9DfPaM6QUyMID_9a0TZNQ86TmRgbTuPO9dQY0vz1FkG-8no43zTO2eRGiStUOqu3JfKu4Jtj85alqd4FUMTZL_T7fly70slJ4qOkacOH/s320/ccgreet.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213825219725015010" /></a><br /><br />It was my turn to play the role of MC, which is such an easy job when the room is so filled with positive energy.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhANyleMfPopi67g-uHBQarRYKjkkIEsJBAGIcrk9dxr4k0PNdPgcU4eD3MttOnEveWTIcCZ7lyxp1NyvWauqRgqPzcl42pfBlQUN7KevGaRy_VvLWdzbLuwjdaaiC2BHInh-pOgJ2x-pcK/s1600-h/cmrmousepad.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhANyleMfPopi67g-uHBQarRYKjkkIEsJBAGIcrk9dxr4k0PNdPgcU4eD3MttOnEveWTIcCZ7lyxp1NyvWauqRgqPzcl42pfBlQUN7KevGaRy_VvLWdzbLuwjdaaiC2BHInh-pOgJ2x-pcK/s320/cmrmousepad.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213819570602351010" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUOsF-xZn4XngKMSrvsyVCEDOZlFFa3adqp_r_HvsARBsfO-hKZ_uF-ciIWvPldqVKrzcj1B5N6NGqiFviVt7itIlelsvBUkexEbGeG7KlWvtD_888K-ueMfVOczj49X_V-pc7pFfshPrg/s1600-h/cmrcmpresenting.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUOsF-xZn4XngKMSrvsyVCEDOZlFFa3adqp_r_HvsARBsfO-hKZ_uF-ciIWvPldqVKrzcj1B5N6NGqiFviVt7itIlelsvBUkexEbGeG7KlWvtD_888K-ueMfVOczj49X_V-pc7pFfshPrg/s320/cmrcmpresenting.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213819668574876802" /></a><br /><br />We followed roughly the same format as we did in Denver - but as always, each meeting is unique and has its own flair. We were so impressed as we heard product and business testimonials from so many successful IEs, including soon-to-be 7 Stars Dave and JoAnn Matteson, 7 Stars Sean and Nancy Slade, soon-to-be 6 Star Norm Black, and so many others. We were also blessed to hear from 8 Star (and new daddy for the first time in a long time - way to go Anna!) Mark Emden, in town from California. He definitely still has the new dad glow. Everyone was touched by the product testimonials of Carolyn Blazer and her Mother Isabel Otto, in town from Indiana. The entire crowd rose to its feet as 76 year-young Isabel told us how she was getting her life back in so many ways through Zrii.<br /><br />Once again, Daniel Rhoda's story of his own journey into healing and his discovery of Ayurveda was met with rapt attention. His entertaining and informative descriptions of the three Dosha types was a special highlight. 9 Star Bill Heriford connected heart to heart with everyone as he spoke of his journey as a multi-million dollar earner, and the great gratitude he and his wife Jan share for the Zrii opportunity. Curtis and Ryan shared some exciting announcements about such things as the new BMW reimbursement program, the Rising Star Academy (coming to Salt Lake August 15-16!) and the incredible sales tools that are now available for all Zrii IEs.<br /><br /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizWrsYZ2VDb6RGSTAC-tJ_8_DvSdAGgYW8aVFzRoTpxPPd4CSzDj9Qd_BD0EKhXvZY7rvgRBUwMBLjEhFwxWuMS5UH4rWw9OtUjrS_OHFraZmgCo5T_m1Cu7yio3LD1TAY1zklVNN3zJDw/s320/cmrrtpresenting.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213819788656788866" /><br /><br />Scores of guests had a pretty remarkable first glimpse into the transformational world of Zrii, and many of them joined our family yesterday and today.<br /><br />Another highlight was when Curtis led a discussion about the new "Zrii Office" - an exclusive and ground breaking back office now live for all Zrii IEs! <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOx27Tqf8r9h2o3U5S944ScP_9BPPt6cg0fwOgbUxrCnMpO-3-XQmbwDQ4DPwyHRpatLs6A1-9qXvoa2uHe57I6aEo5VwRlbJpuj7x2XgM0mrQz-prmA6HnzqRs6f7q6_6scbvMk3sLqAB/s1600-h/cmrzriivostnight.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOx27Tqf8r9h2o3U5S944ScP_9BPPt6cg0fwOgbUxrCnMpO-3-XQmbwDQ4DPwyHRpatLs6A1-9qXvoa2uHe57I6aEo5VwRlbJpuj7x2XgM0mrQz-prmA6HnzqRs6f7q6_6scbvMk3sLqAB/s320/cmrzriivostnight.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213819865987789506" /></a><br /><br />So, after last Thursday in Salt Lake and the past 48 hours here in Colorado, we have seen well over 600 IEs and guests in our first few stops. As I prepare to leave Colorado tomorrow and gear up for next week's ZriiVost stops in the Northeast, my heart is filled with gratitude for the bonfire of activity that is growing by the hour all along the Front Range and into the Rockies. Over these past few days, we have learned afresh that Colorado is a vibrant and fast growing jewel in the Zrii coronet. We look forward to returning again and again in the months and years to come!<br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />Clint (Foghorn Leghorn)The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-45244062992293451742008-06-18T09:22:00.000-07:002008-06-18T16:48:43.748-07:00Mile High Mania<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJWW8GL_0S0ki9pTiJjxaqmvPV4x7ae3PV4pEz7S8mOtcmNQlwFtE1npSUxJ_DlU3Pc00OO6hbbpajkeT3br4jgd_j1jyt2J47TObNWqmPxnp8fUCL4ygjkpTKHULegEdtcGMmprDEdIs_/s1600-h/coppermtn.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJWW8GL_0S0ki9pTiJjxaqmvPV4x7ae3PV4pEz7S8mOtcmNQlwFtE1npSUxJ_DlU3Pc00OO6hbbpajkeT3br4jgd_j1jyt2J47TObNWqmPxnp8fUCL4ygjkpTKHULegEdtcGMmprDEdIs_/s320/coppermtn.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213287166018358434" /></a><br />Greetings once again from the ZriiVost! We are presently pulling out of the Westin Hotel in Westmister, CO on our way to Colorado Springs. The stately coach is as smooth as ever and laptops are open all around the main sitting area as we enter Highway 36. As they say, "this is how we roll."<div><br /></div><div>The events of the past several days have been fast, furious, and fulfilling. As I prepare to blog today, I once again, feel like Inigo Montoya from the cult classic movie, The Princess Bride, when he said, "Let me 'splain. No, there is too much. Let me sum up." Here goes the summing up...</div><div><br /></div><div>Last Thursday, June 12th, the latest leg of the ZriiVost tour officially kicked off in Zrii's hometown of Salt Lake City. Roughly 200 people attended, including such local IE luminaries as Thurl Bailey, author of the popular audio CD "Cutting Down the Nets," and 10-Star Seth Mulder. Many of their team members and new guests turned out for the special event. Visiting IEs included 7-Star Jeff Wallen and 8-Star Mark Rogers, both in town from Arizona. Everyone in attendance was fortunate to hear from Seth Mulder, all Zrii Co-Founders and our CEO, Bill Farley. A new slideshow highlighting Illumination 2008 and some of its more iconic moments was revealed. And as always, healthy snacks on the ZriiVost took us well into the night.</div><div><br /></div><div>One of the more satisfying aspects of the event was the fact that so many of our corporate team members from the head office were able to attend and mingle with our IE leaders and guests. Everyone at Zrii corporate understands who it is that we serve.</div><div><br /><div>After a brief Fathers Day weekend, we were back out on tour. The ZriiVost departed from our corporate parking lot late Monday morning, and we were on our way to the Centennial State. With the US Open playoff in full swing, the LCD and plasma screens on the ZriiVost were ablaze with all the drama of the Tiger Woods / Rocco Mediate battle royale. We watched in awe as this historic match unfolded. For those who think that the words "drama" and "golf" may not belong in the same sentence, let me assure you, these words marry appropriately when describing this playoff. In the end, the most mentally tough athlete of our age, Tiger Woods, prevailed. Bum knee and all. Incredible.</div><div><br /></div><div>The drive over the Rockies was as scenic as ever. I-70 between Grand Junction and Denver truly defines eye candy in the natural sense. Colorado, which is Spanish for "colored," lived up to its name with sprawling pines, jagged rocks, luminescent flowers, and snow capped 14-ers. </div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheIk9PS83XoqZRF2mPWdtwsUlzX9I3ttj2kMV_RPhq-Z3nfunpgpsHIpg11MfUXPuC-jAg_fAtRb_DZh5aZafmL3yflCr9yJpqEeeHIbDksqXAGjjRbUpxFLUQ8SjR3tw7VxkUZ6kxdcOa/s1600-h/invescocofos.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheIk9PS83XoqZRF2mPWdtwsUlzX9I3ttj2kMV_RPhq-Z3nfunpgpsHIpg11MfUXPuC-jAg_fAtRb_DZh5aZafmL3yflCr9yJpqEeeHIbDksqXAGjjRbUpxFLUQ8SjR3tw7VxkUZ6kxdcOa/s320/invescocofos.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213288833584912770" /></a><br /></div><div>We arrived in the Mile High City late Monday evening, leaving us just enough time to unpack and work out before retiring. Our work out late Monday evening in the thin mile high air was one I will not soon forget. There we were, Curtis, me, and our friend McKinley Oswald, running side by side on three treadmills. On the televisions in front of us was the now days-old story of the Tim Russert heart attack, which continues to get non-stop air time on the 24 hour news channels. The questions being asked of doctors, health experts, and round tables of nutritionists, were "Are heart attacks preventable, and what can we do to promote overall better health?" As the sweat poured from our brows and soaked our shirts, we felt somewhat comforted. A shot of Zrii back in our rooms added to the feeling that we were indeed doing our part to promote our own health. This is one of the most consolatory feelings one can have.</div><div><br /></div><div>Tuesday morning was met with bright, warm sunshine, creating an ideal golf index. Curtis, McKinley, and I joined new Zrii IE Bryan Mosley for a round of golf at the Omni Interlocken Resort, which hosts the John Elway ProAm each year. After our round, where some shot better than others, we were joined at the hotel by fellow Co-Founder Ryan Thompson, SAB member Dan Rhoda, and our videographer Kyle Burdash. Along with Josh Dunn and Ryan Fleming who joined us on the trip from the corporate office, we turned our attention to the evening meeting. We were not really sure what to expect. We had been in touch with our top leaders in Colorado - Norm Black, Sean and Nancy Slade, Dave Matteson, and Larry and Chrissy Cope, among others - in the days and weeks leading up to the event. But you never really know what to expect with a newer market. Since we had only done a few small meetings in Denver to this point, we set up about 100 chairs. What we got was an incredibly enthusiastic crowd of 215, with over 100 extra chairs packed into our room, and plenty of people standing! Bravo Denver! In Zrii Nation, you no longer sit in the shadows of Colorado Springs, where Zrii took off first in the Centennial State. So many new IEs that have joined our family in the past week or two turned out with a large number of guests in tow. Of course, this bodes extremely well for the organizations of our Denver-based IEs. Several IEs made the trip from places like Lamar, Basalt, Aspen, and Vail. It was great to see 8-Star Mark Emden from Southern California and 9-Star Bill Heriford from Utah as well. Their presence is a blessing to any Zrii gathering.</div><div><br /></div><div>With a crowd as excited as the one we had, the meeting was a joy to put on. Daniel Rhoda impressed as always with his discussion of Ayurveda and the singular Zrii formulation. Bill Heriford brought the house down sharing his heartfelt stories of his life as a networker and what attracted him to Zrii. All left the meeting inspired and edified, and everyone enjoyed visiting on the ZriiVost after the meeting, sharing business strategies and making grand plans for the future. Photos were taken, friendships were forged, and the bonds of the Zrii family were strengthened in this special part of the world.</div><div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI_pFyFk0WGrueKmI_CxlvOjrjik5t_dwizqT6p5BIknNIJgFTzY3LxmwSe3SC6tG9ElQOElQYoCuuT_c8X9mKX7-kE_qI_Lz6ScaUfgCv6jZ1Fwy0nFKWgneoXIInj2meyAprN6KlnQ3A/s1600-h/curtden.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI_pFyFk0WGrueKmI_CxlvOjrjik5t_dwizqT6p5BIknNIJgFTzY3LxmwSe3SC6tG9ElQOElQYoCuuT_c8X9mKX7-kE_qI_Lz6ScaUfgCv6jZ1Fwy0nFKWgneoXIInj2meyAprN6KlnQ3A/s320/curtden.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213372274586468722" /></a><br /></div><div>Thank you Colorado IEs for this awesome experience. Of course, we look forward to seeing many of you again, and a lot of you that we haven't seen yet on the tour, in a few hours at the lovely Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs. I sense that tonight will be another special night with scores of guests and some of the finest IEs in Zrii Nation.</div><div><br /></div><div>Zriiyaa!</div><div><br /></div><div>Clint (Foghorn Leghorn)</div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div>The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-84211786969786204912008-03-13T16:51:00.000-07:002008-03-14T10:13:24.989-07:00Sac Wraps First Leg of ZriiVost Tour<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTw2_yC3qkvZfSTYqsRRBn__tVLg41vvLs9blEiYfwKrIME1gQWj9HK93U5TsE3AmNuqyWwnFsH2a2FpokzWx4H5NBV9Nn9ldSdx3PpJT_XrDfRVl1UhzIIVleRzKSF2vj_6KnehyDV4SZ/s1600-h/about_arnold_img3.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTw2_yC3qkvZfSTYqsRRBn__tVLg41vvLs9blEiYfwKrIME1gQWj9HK93U5TsE3AmNuqyWwnFsH2a2FpokzWx4H5NBV9Nn9ldSdx3PpJT_XrDfRVl1UhzIIVleRzKSF2vj_6KnehyDV4SZ/s320/about_arnold_img3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5177379189033187426" /></a><br />As we pulled into Sacramento around 1:30 AM on Wednesday, a wide grin grew across my face as I thought of one of my favorite lines from the hit Pixar movie, “Cars.” Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger (resident of these parts) is portrayed by a big yellow Hummer SUV. He boldly proclaims, “Lightning McQueen must be found at all costs!” If I see that clip a thousand times, I will laugh a thousand times. I’m sure that all of you who love Pixar movies (who doesn’t?) will agree that this was an iconic moment in the history of American cinema. Okay, maybe not that, but comically clever nonetheless.<br /><br />My sleep after arriving in Sac Town would be short lived. Soon after my Blackberry alarm clock shook me at an unseemly hour, I was on the first tee with <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/leadership/meetteam.xhtml">Curtis Cal</a>l, Jason Domingo and McKinley Oswald. I will not comment too much on this round other than to say, firstly, I am very pleased that Jason is our frontline IE and is not pursuing a career in golf. And secondly, in our Stars Aligning DVD, Chris Gardner tells us that Bill Farley recently used the words “keep your humility” in some counseling with him. In an effort to follow this counsel myself, I will not tell you who won our golf match.<br /><br />As the time approached for our <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/company/meetings.xhtml">Prosperity Meeting</a>, waves of people kept coming into the Arden West Hilton. We scheduled this tour stop primarily to help a few select leaders build their business. What we did not expect was yet another standing room only crowd! 167 people were counted in our meeting room, composed of more emerging IE leaders than we thought we had in this area. We also hosted a very healthy number of guests who were hearing about Zrii for the first time. As has been the custom with Prosperity meetings, and especially on this tour, the energy was terrific and guest after guest after guest enthusiastically joined the Zrii family.<br /><br />This Sacramento meeting will hold a special place in Zrii history, as it was the first time that <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/product/formulation.xhtml">Zrii formulator</a> and Scientific Advisory Board member Dr. Tom Yarema provided a solo speech. Everyone listened with rapt attention as Dr. Yarema told us about his journey from helping pioneer the ER specialty in western medicine to becoming one of the leading minds in integrative medicine in the world today. We also enjoyed hearing about his personal history with Drs. Deepak Chopra and David Simon in initiating integrative approaches to healing. People were thrilled to hear his interesting personal perspectives on <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/leadership/meetbill.xhtml">Bill Farley’</a>s mindset as the genesis of Zrii – The Original Amalaki was orchestrated. In sum, Dr. Tom’s altruistic motives, passion for <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/product/ayurveda.xhtml">Ayurveda</a>, and key role in Zrii’s formulation were clearly evident, and deeply appreciated by all. <br /><br />Once again, Jason Domingo gave us a presentation on the Zrii opportunity, which featured several moving product and business testimonials. If you have a prospect and you need a powerful three-way presentation, then Jason’s Tuesday night opportunity calls are exactly what you need.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/leadership/meetteam.xhtml">Ryan Thompson</a> provided direct, lucid, and very impactful insights into our <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/prosperity/plan.xhtml">Prosperity Plan</a>, and how and why we reward our leaders financially. He reviewed the behaviors that are essential to building success in this business in a way that he is uniquely qualified to do with his exceptional experience in the industry. Curtis Call wrapped the meeting with some exciting news from the corporate office on our continued growth and sustained momentum.<br /><br />Dr. Tom lingered late into the night, personally signing and annotating scores of copies of “Eat Taste, Heal,” the award-winning book he co-authored with Chef Johnny Brannigan and fellow SAB member Daniel Rhoda. Sacramento’s finest spent hours visiting on the ZriiVost with Yours Truly and my fellow Co-Founders, eating healthy snacks, and making big plans with their teams of motivated Zrii IEs.<br /><br />NEWS FLASH: I just noticed that the <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/media/mediavid.xhtml?mid=29">third video installment</a> of the ZriiVost Tour is now online as part of Zrii TV at zrii.com. Many thanks to our talented videographer Kyle Brudash, <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/leadership/meetteam.xhtml">Tracy Harward</a>, and her team for arranging all of these terrific culture pieces. Enjoy!<br /><br />Bill Farley loves to summarize things. I don’t know how many times he has said the words “let me summarize” at the conclusion of a meeting. So, taking a page from the playbook of that White Sock, let me summarize what this tour has given us in what I will call the ZriiVost Tour Top 10 for our first leg. After rubbing shoulders with about 1,750 of you in the recent days, here is what is in my heart and mind:<br /><br />ZriiVost Tour Top 10<br /><br />10. Having a supportive spouse or partner is a blessing. Thanks to the spouses of the Zrii corporate staff and field leaders that have participated on this tour for being so supportive. You are essential partners in building Zrii.<br /><br />9. Golf with IEs is becoming a treasured pastime. Of course, we have a 100% enrollment rate when guests participate! It is very tough to schedule golf with all we have going on, but the rounds on this trip were very special and memorable. Thanks to the IEs that made it happen.<br /><br />8. Arizona #1, California #2. These two states currently rank at the top in terms of number of active IEs in a state or province. Are you listening Florida? <br /><br />7. Touring with Daniel Rhoda is a blast. Having this SAB member with us for 6 of our 8 stops on the tour left my partners and me with some unforgettable memories. Let’s just leave it there! What happens in the ZriiVost stays in the ZriiVost.<br /><br />6. Our Sales Coordinator, Ryan Fleming, is quickly earning his wings. Thank you Ryan for your tireless efforts in preparing this tour down to the little details. <br /><br />5. ZriiVost = Branding magic. The Prevost coach wrapped in Zrii branding has been everything we could have hoped it could be as a symbol to our commitment to build a billion dollar brand. <br /><br />4. I have the greatest partners in this business! Kirby, Curtis, and Ryan have been tremendous travel companions and they truly excel in the field. Tracy, Gene, and Elliot are simply outstanding in building our marketing, operations, and finance capacities respectively. And of course Bill isn’t too bad either. Each of us, along with our swelling team of over 60 employees, has unwavering passion for building this company both corporately and alongside you in the field.<br /><br />3. Zrii has the greatest field leadership in the industry. This is the single most important factor in our record-breaking success to date. Our IE leaders are accomplished, focused, driven, and balanced. It is our privilege to serve you.<br /><br />2. We are just heading into an extended period of sustained momentum. The tour has unequivocally proven this fact. As Jason likes to say, will you be on the train or will you be left standing on the platform?<br /><br />1. As we observe a swelling movement, we are humbled. Let us remember, we are still in pre-launch. Our numbers in enrollments, revenues, meeting attendance, and month over month growth are not typical of a pre-launch period in any way. We will officially launch this company, which is transcending into a movement, in May. I look forward to seeing you there as we witness stars aligning as never before.<br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />Foghorn<br /><br />P.S. On our flight back from Sacramento today, I was approached by a Delta pilot who asked me if I was in Santa Clara Tuesday night. I responded that indeed I was. He was in the Bay Area and attended the Prosperity Meeting. He told me he is an old fraternity pal of Dr. Tom Czyz (owner of the MiniVost) from Arizona State. This IE pilot is very excited about what is going on at Zrii. On the ground and in the air, our IEs are on the move. Nice work Dr. Czyz! Zriiyaa!The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-61475943050774011702008-03-12T00:41:00.000-07:002008-03-12T00:51:51.917-07:00Bay Be Mine<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT4mf9aH23F18kR7RO8cFY3HHXr4Og00Otwn2aiLlcdUPVkoqh71FhHlcDpxQV74x9P4PpAmmgQGRQVmzPNpRTHyMtzwpy_jOAKpxyke91gc441X9_rKkiDzSJ2RHjLrvztdhh2lvfixZv/s1600-h/california-bay-area-marin-county.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT4mf9aH23F18kR7RO8cFY3HHXr4Og00Otwn2aiLlcdUPVkoqh71FhHlcDpxQV74x9P4PpAmmgQGRQVmzPNpRTHyMtzwpy_jOAKpxyke91gc441X9_rKkiDzSJ2RHjLrvztdhh2lvfixZv/s320/california-bay-area-marin-county.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5176758076632643666" /></a><br />Tonight, for the first time in 2008, Zrii Co-Founders attended a Prosperity Meeting in the Bay Area. We did not really know what to expect. We knew that with Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar from our Scientific Advisory Board and frontline IE Jason Domingo on the agenda, we might draw a few people. When well over 100 people packed our meeting room at the Santa Clara Marriott, the little question about the Bay Area was answered convincingly. <br /><br />We have now completed 7 out of 8 stops on the first leg of our ZriiVost tour, and as you will note in the preceding blog entries, virtually all have had three digit crowds – with several totaling multiple hundreds. And in over half of these markets, we have gone to help build the business in areas that are just barely beginning to sprout up - not to reward booming markets. What does this all mean? For me, it instills a combination of reinvigorated belief and a sense of humility and gratitude. <br /><br />The simple facts all around us lead to the conclusion that we are creating a major movement, the likes of which our industry has never before seen. It is so much bigger than any one of us in the Zrii family. And it goes well beyond meeting sizes, which continue to impress. It is a feeling, a vibration, a synchronicity. The stars that have aligned are incontestably iconic and consummately complementary. As I said in the Stars Aligning DVD, "Zrii has it.”<br /><br />Tonight was special. Silicon soliloquies flowed freely. Curtis kept the meeting moving with style, Jason Domingo clearly outlined the opportunity before us, and I gave a wrap of our company growth to date and our momentum heading into our launch event, Illumination. Oh, and a new Zrii rock star was born. We all sat at the feet of a true Ayurvedic master in Dr. Suhas. This SAB member has eminent credibility as a medical doctor and a Zrii formulator. He had us all on the edge of our seats as he shared an incredible breadth of detailed yet easily digestible scientific insight into our formulation. Truly, to listen to Dr. Suhas live and in person is a blessing that everyone in the Zrii family should take advantage of at every opportunity. And if his beautiful wife, Dr. Manisha Kshirsagar, happens to join him again as she did tonight, you are in for a double treat with the Doctors Kshirsagar.<br /><br />As always, several household name IEs were in attendance. In addition to 10-Star Jason Domingo, we were favored with the presence of 8-Stars Matt Chugg and William Boles. Three Field Advisory Board members were also in attendance. In addition to William, FAB members Len Ferace and MJ Anderson were on hand with large numbers of IEs and guests from their organizations. 7-Star Mark Rogers from Phoenix also made the trip to be with several of his team members. <br /><br />After the meeting, there was a good deal of lingering of the most enjoyable variety – in and out of the ZriiVost with healthy snacks at arms’ length. During this time, one group of energetic ladies from the Santa Cruz area approached me with smiles on their faces and a special note in their hands. With their permission, I share the note:<br /><br />“The Law of Attraction has brought together a group of us who have a passion for wholeness, fulfillment, and abundance on all levels for everyone. There is an awakening with Zrii, and Zrii is not a secret in Santa Cruz. We are sharing Zrii’s light and Zrii’s prosperity. The individual members of our group are blessed to live near the Kerala Ayurvedic Clinic of Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar and Dr. Tom Yarema."<br /> <br />-Dottie, Mackie, Jaya, Claire, Lisa, Lucy, Gari, Ellen, Crystal, Arlene, Cynthia, and Earlene <br /><br />To the aforementioned leaders in Santa Cruz, thank you for passing along your feelings in such a meaningful way. <br /><br />And now for the ZriiVost branding moment of the day. Early this morning, our driver, Steve Gainey, was driving the ZriiVost north on Interstate 5 through Kettleman City when another car came alongside him. To Steve’s surprise, a passenger in the car rolled down his window, and with fanfare, held up a bottle of Zrii high in the air before zooming ahead. The Zrii Freeway Salutation is born.<br /><br />And finally, a special thank you goes out to Dr. Suhas for being a devoted reader of my blog! The compliment is appreciated. We look forward to seeing your friend and associate Dr. Tom very soon in Sacramento. Perhaps he will also feel inspired to probe the passages of the Zrii Bloghorn.<br /><br />Well, the hour is late, and only our driver Steve and I remain awake. The Ryans and Curtis are out cold. No SportsCenter tonight. The ZriiVost is fast approaching our next destination in Sacramento. I and my sleeping friends look forward to a terrific conclusion to leg one of the ZriiVost tour in a few hours!<br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />FoghornThe Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-13721812892395241142008-03-07T03:01:00.001-08:002008-03-07T03:12:01.901-08:00Roof of the Marina<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2WAR10A3c9pHthG1xzoyIEpT6os9gkpqZHyTR_IgoSm63EaxfFKQXKz1_DrAO8q0XYp_C0ejHci7GWOTa9I-Uee0qFAFbYj2vga9qPgMC8Gr_ae-6LVxnhHYhBJQyQ3ieQjMOyUqEN4Hc/s1600-h/wide-marina-view.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2WAR10A3c9pHthG1xzoyIEpT6os9gkpqZHyTR_IgoSm63EaxfFKQXKz1_DrAO8q0XYp_C0ejHci7GWOTa9I-Uee0qFAFbYj2vga9qPgMC8Gr_ae-6LVxnhHYhBJQyQ3ieQjMOyUqEN4Hc/s320/wide-marina-view.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5174954486721067074" /></a><br />So, I find myself on the road again in California with Kirby, Ryan and Curtis. Unfortunately, the ride is a bit bumpier than what we have grown used to of late. After all, we are not in the ZriiVost! We are in a rental car on our way to an off-site weekend with the rest of the Zrii Executive Team in Las Vegas. I feel a little bit like Dick Cheney however, since we will be staying in a “secure, undisclosed location.” <br /><br />We just wrapped up a magic meeting in the City of Angels that no one in attendance will soon forget. The setting was simply stunning on the roof of the Marina del Rey Marriott. We had 360 degree views of the city lights and ocean through floor to ceiling windows. Outside, the evening weather was perfect for mingling on the roof outside our meeting room while overlooking the boats in the marina or looking straight down on the ZriiVost 100 feet below. <br /><br />Over 150 of the area’s finest IEs and their guests attended the meeting, and their energy was outstanding! Before the meeting, the buzz in the room reached a fever pitch as so many emerging leaders arrived with their teams and guests. Roughly 25% of all attendees were guests, which is a very positive indicator of things to come in the area. <br /><br />The organization of soon-to-be 7-Stars Mark and Ana Emden came out in droves to sup at the table of Zrii. IE leaders including Dusttin Paren, Jessica Riendeau, and Kelly Smith have been working closely with Mark and Ana and are now taking flight in a major way. As a result, so many high caliber people in and around Thousand Oaks and beyond are becoming Zrii-ified. Congratulations to this burgeoning organization and its leaders who are leading the charge!<br /><br />It was also fantastic to see 5-Stars Valerie and Brian Smith from Las Vegas and 7-Star Mark Rogers from Phoenix, all in town to work with their team members in the Los Angeles area.<br /><br />The now established pattern of an enlightening product and formulation presentation from SAB member Dan Rhoda, coupled with a business overview from Zrii Co-Founders (and a good dose of fun) once again resonated with IEs and guests alike. After the meeting, everyone lingered well into the night, basking in the afterglow of the light, luster, splendor, and prosperity. Whether on the refined rooftop of the Marriott or in the commodious confines of the ZriiVost, the good times rolled. <br /><br />Here’s something that doesn’t happen at every meeting: A few of our IEs discovered that Deepak Chopra was a few blocks away from our hotel at a book signing. So, they made the short walk and waited patiently in line. Upon arriving at Deepak’s side, they brandished their “Stars Aligning” DVD brochure, which Deepak happily signed for them. They also presented him with a mini bottle, which Deepak proudly held up for all in line to see. <br /><br />By the way, does anyone else dig Deepak’s red, thick-framed glasses? Shall we call them the Zrii Specs? Perhaps we should sell some Zrii Specs at convention. Okay, maybe not.<br /><br />All of this fun tonight came on the heels of two great meetings in San Diego and Costa Mesa. There seemed to be a gradual crescendo during the week as we worked our way up the coast. The energy and excitement increased with each meeting, and culminated on the roof of the marina. All told, we saw over 350 IEs and guests in the past 48 hours, who are building bonfires of Zrii activity in Southern California. We look forward to returning soon to SoCal, and to see the continuation of all the excitement that has taken root.<br /><br />One more thank you is in order, to Zrii IE Kelly Smith for treating us to a wonderful round of golf at his Country Club in Westlake Village. While the fun we had and the money that exchanged hands as puts dropped in and lipped out will remain private, our thanks to Kelly are most definitely public. Thanks for a terrific morning in the warm California sun!<br /><br />Northern Cal, you’re next! You won’t want to miss SAB members Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar in Santa Clara and Dr. Tom Yarema in Sacramento. Dan Rhoda deserves a breather, and we are delighted to hear from these accomplished doctors and Zrii formulators. See you there! <br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />FoghornThe Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-85847693078429077752008-03-05T15:02:00.000-08:002008-03-05T15:10:53.727-08:00Golden State Looking Golden<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj6XdI5sihmhrgBjtYuBxnA06Puu6cjkiRrWQi3oZNFdZyxDLHRYWvMt8OkjoN1lnjDmf1bwwWCTkV1_O3ZCf30g-JzaYyVnMuSE8dIzDNVI6ZbQ80AV3krYzWNYk0CCN8jDAOrVwH3CSL/s1600-h/ryansd.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj6XdI5sihmhrgBjtYuBxnA06Puu6cjkiRrWQi3oZNFdZyxDLHRYWvMt8OkjoN1lnjDmf1bwwWCTkV1_O3ZCf30g-JzaYyVnMuSE8dIzDNVI6ZbQ80AV3krYzWNYk0CCN8jDAOrVwH3CSL/s320/ryansd.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5174397573585685586" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-MEy_n9hSn1BHCGqIqG48KNJ4XkxKWgNzuLr1Bm9cjZNCb1nNnL7FB6DazFMw7IZp0WxOs3fAlN34-S7ZsPyMQEQe_t1CsmyRkkQaIOyAw-JTFc0NDtlhOEy3bVcXPBKu1qotWQtkKbE6/s1600-h/dansd.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-MEy_n9hSn1BHCGqIqG48KNJ4XkxKWgNzuLr1Bm9cjZNCb1nNnL7FB6DazFMw7IZp0WxOs3fAlN34-S7ZsPyMQEQe_t1CsmyRkkQaIOyAw-JTFc0NDtlhOEy3bVcXPBKu1qotWQtkKbE6/s320/dansd.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5174397577880652898" /></a><br />Last night we witnessed the first corporate-attended meeting in San Diego. Some might be asking, why would you include a “first meeting” city on the ZriiVost Tour? Our answer is simple. Because it is San Diego! Del Mar to be exact, but who is going to fuss when it is Del Mar? Anyone who has been to this part of the world loves it here. In fact, due to the amount of people in the area, it seems that most people who come here to visit tend to stay here to live. Of course, with the Chopra Center situated in Carlsbad just north of San Diego, and the health conscious population germane to this area, it seems that this is a natural community for Zrii to thrive. So, when planning the ZriiVost Tour stops, we said: Let’s take a risk and include San Diego on the Tour, and we’ll see what we get. What we got was well over 100 people on the first try! When you are getting into the triple digits in your first meeting in a market, something is going right! <br /><br />That something “going right” is the emergence of some fantastic field leadership in an area that is making great strides. Congratulations to the local IE leaders who pulled this together. Dr. Robert and Ann Gonzalez, Kim Jager, and the owners of the “MiniVost,” Dr Tom and Amy Czyz, among others, had their up and coming organizations well represented. Other luminaries present were 8-Star William Boles (fresh off his move to Southern California), 9-Stars Doug and Dave Vass from Calgary (with families in-tow), 9-Stars Tyler Daniels and Marcell Niederhauser from Phoenix, and 10-Star Front Line IE Jason Domingo with his wife Renee and son Elias from Sacramento. I must say, Renee was stunningly Zrii-ified in her Red and white striped top, red pants, and bold red shoes! It is terrific to see so much Zrii red clothing wherever we go.<br /><br />As we have grown to expect, Dan’s presentation on the science and history surrounding our formulation was tremendous. Dan’s touch is one of authenticity and openness that really draws people in. I heard one lady whisper a few rows back, “this is such incredible information.” Indeed. In Ryan’s business oriented remarks, he reminded us all of the uniqueness of what we all share in Zrii. He made the memorable statement, “the industry has waited its entire 70-year history for this.” True, that!<br /><br />Jason, Tyler, Marcell, Doug, and Dave concluded the meeting with a powerful reminder of the kinds of residual incomes that are already being made after several months of sustained effort. Everyone was inspired to hear such outstanding success stories from their top field leaders. Jason also asked all of the doctors in the room to stand. At least half a dozen stood that I could see. It was a group comprised of committed Zrii IEs. It is humbling to see the level of credible scientific validation we continue to attract.<br /><br />One of the most rewarding aspects of the meeting was the fact that over 30% of all attendees were guests. What a terrific sign for those who are building in this area. Much more success lies ahead in this beautiful community!<br /><br />We are currently on the ZriiVost heading from Carlsbad up to Costa Mesa. Curtis, the Ryans, Dan, and I are joined on this jaunt by Dr. Robert Gonzalez. Robert just spent several hours with us at La Costa, home of the Chopra Center, for a round of golf on one of their championship courses. Curtis, Ryan T. and I enjoyed 18 holes of enlightened golf in the shadows of the Chopra Center, alongside Dr. Gonzalez and other Zrii IEs Matt Baird (the aforementioned professional golfer in a previous blog) and Tyler Daniels. I enjoyed watching Tyler play out of his mind – even keeping pace with Matt Baird for several holes. To be a 9-Star and be able to break 80 is quite a thing!<br /><br />As we head up through Camp Pendleton listening to Dr. Robert Gonzalez, we are all very impressed with the recent growth in the organization that he and his wife Ann are leading. Organizations like theirs are fueling the exciting growth of Zrii. In the last 5 days of February, they doubled their volume and put themselves in position to advance to the rank of 6-Star for February. And with the way their group is heading, 7-Star is approaching rapidly.<br /><br />I just noticed that we now have some fun video recaps of our ZriiVost Tour stops in Las Vegas and Phoenix on Zrii TV. Check it out and enjoy!<br /><br />We look forward to seeing everyone soon in the OC!<br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />FoghornThe Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-71253494498972444812008-02-29T10:00:00.000-08:002008-02-29T12:57:18.332-08:00Rocking the Old Pueblo<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwLCU7l724O1iu-GYewcESc0z9mYjrcDDiF0bQXPqDiKxVDTEN_fDt9C0lIrHk9p7yw1WDJbiLtGAha-WFoQ802NTJyggR1IaPAuP6fFk2eR4cVtebRmfP4Nsc_FqLBSRS5n5JNZJ0mWd9/s1600-h/tucson.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwLCU7l724O1iu-GYewcESc0z9mYjrcDDiF0bQXPqDiKxVDTEN_fDt9C0lIrHk9p7yw1WDJbiLtGAha-WFoQ802NTJyggR1IaPAuP6fFk2eR4cVtebRmfP4Nsc_FqLBSRS5n5JNZJ0mWd9/s320/tucson.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5172487744696673378" /></a><br />Tucson. When you hear that word, certain unique images come readily to mind. For me, these images include turquoise stones, Sabino Canyon, Saguaro cactus, and Lute Olson's Wildcats. There is nowhere in the world quite like Tucson. It is a community that has vibes and vistas all its own. <br /><br />After our delightful visit to the "Old Pueblo" yesterday, I can truly say that there is a new image that will come to mind when I hear the word Tucson from this day forth. That image is a jam packed Zrii Prosperity meeting, filled with some of the most driven, aware, and balanced people I have ever met. Over 300 individuals packed the Inn and Suites Hotel to welcome us, size up the ZriiVost, and take in all things Zrii. Only a handful made the trip from Phoenix, so this was a bonafide Tucson crowd. For the second night in a row, it was standing room only. Scores of guests joined the leaders of some of Zrii's fastest growing organizations for some light, luster, splendor, and prosperity.<br /><br />Once again, Scientific Advisory Board member Dan Rhoda made a lasting impression with his eloquent distillation of the core principles of Ayurveda, and the powerful makeup of the Zrii formulation. It is clear that Dan's addresses are leaving an indelible impact on everyone who hears them. You will not want to miss any meeting where Dan is scheduled to speak, or any SAB conference call where he will be a guest. Curtis once again had MC honors. He is so smooth in this role, he should host the Academy Awards. Whoopi Goldberg, Billy Crystal, Jon Stewart hold nothing on him! I presented some of the elements of our unique prosperity plan and our collective opportunity for financial wellness. Kirby, as per usual, wrapped the meeting with a strong statement about our position as a company, where we have been, and where we are all heading together. His patriarchal presence is always reassuring.<br /><br />Hats off to 7-Stars Eric and Tricia Albrechtsen of Florence, AZ, who have worked diligently over the past few months with regular trips to Tucson to build that area. Several major leaders have now emerged in Tucson, including 7-Stars Blue and Colt Elam. The Elams are becoming household names in Zrii, and we all feel inspired when we observe their significant success so early on. Newly minted 6-Star Cynthia Cross (in two months, no less) and 5-Star stay-at-home mom Brooke Hunt (and her husband, now affectionately known as "Mr. Brooke Hunt") were also in attendance with many of their excited team members. Cynthia and Brooke are flat out getting it done! <br /><br />As we took off from Tucson this morning and gained altitude, a beautiful vista stretching from the airport on up to Oro Valley opened up before me. How inspired I felt at that moment by the people of this special area. <br /><br />So, we wrap our first week of the first leg of the 2008 ZriiVost Tour. We saw nearly 1,000 IEs and guest in our first three stops. Even though we will use the weekend to rest up and refuel, we are very excited for next week's California destinations - San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles. Check the meetings page at zrii.com for exact locations. I will be joined next week by Curtis, Ryan (The Older) Thompson, Ryan (The Younger) Fleming, and Dan Rhoda. Who knows, maybe Kirby will even make an appearance. And of course, we will be joined by the finest IEs in the Golden State, and a large number of guests as well. Ryan Thompson, who has been busy all week with Prosperity Meetings in the East Coast, is very excited to join us on the Tour. Curtis and I are thrilled to have our one-of-a kind partner and amigo back on the bus! We look forward to seeing all of you in a few short days. The California stops wil be just as special as all of the preceding stops as the ZriiVost Tour rolls on!<br /><br />I am back in the office now, and it has changed yet again. Now that we have acquired virtually all of the office space in our building, Tracy has our redecoration operation in full swing! Things are evolving each day, and the HQ is becoming positively Zrii-ified.<br /><br />Quick update on our growth: After a huge growth month in January, we are about to close another stellar month of stout growth across the company! Sales revenues are up by a large margin month over month yet again. Average daily enrollments are way up. And convention sign-ups are skyrocketing! Make sure you register for ILLUMINATION and reserve your place in history before the seats are gone. <br /><br />And don't forget, if you have not yet earned a share in the Fast Stat Bonus Pool or been paid as a 6-Star since December, you must do so in February to begin qualifying for our incentive trip to beautiful Cancun, Mexico. There has been a great deal of activity in the field this past week as IEs are qualifying themselves for this incredible trip to the Palace at Barcelo Maya - a luxurious, new, 5-Star resort on a gorgeous Caribbean beach. <br /><br />I'll catch up with you next week from Southern California - yet another warm place to be this time of year. Are you seeing a trend? <br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />Clint (Foghorn Leghorn)The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-88247516194511681392008-02-28T14:28:00.000-08:002008-02-29T12:58:51.325-08:00A Zrii monsoon in the desert<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcCsyKF6wEJYupAQ3WX2nGVgiR1vo28mIlcZ0yjY94FJ7vKqoUS5qxOfFJpHKpGwotGcsaltnD_VKD2CyEqp9YQoUav-II0LOB2QCyVldRAP3wrQJPPGWDHVzWeq-GquacbqsLHtv9wqca/s1600-h/groupphx.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcCsyKF6wEJYupAQ3WX2nGVgiR1vo28mIlcZ0yjY94FJ7vKqoUS5qxOfFJpHKpGwotGcsaltnD_VKD2CyEqp9YQoUav-II0LOB2QCyVldRAP3wrQJPPGWDHVzWeq-GquacbqsLHtv9wqca/s320/groupphx.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5172179466979878114" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6fBc9wcNCRs1ufMqhZckN9m4YOIdH7iouNl3jlE0JvhW7qfSbyKsSTLxFSDFda2ciK-MGipZN6TrzAN0dr-LPaWwUUuKIZtPgPEO6-y9u0duJiliy68k5W-VwJECRX9InHrGDy-SJuyFi/s1600-h/insidephx.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6fBc9wcNCRs1ufMqhZckN9m4YOIdH7iouNl3jlE0JvhW7qfSbyKsSTLxFSDFda2ciK-MGipZN6TrzAN0dr-LPaWwUUuKIZtPgPEO6-y9u0duJiliy68k5W-VwJECRX9InHrGDy-SJuyFi/s320/insidephx.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5172179475569812722" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFIJ3ADCBGD8CzFtRFIw7lIiw8Shd3ydQ3am2xYtu4pg1CLrIbFBTYwIFluXU9c94PqZly0EOy0q1LZVV24hHIbPbeYRQiKfcSLB_h_jX5HTHDto4At6A7T7MHUAqOjc3EhM87Ul849wdQ/s1600-h/danphx.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFIJ3ADCBGD8CzFtRFIw7lIiw8Shd3ydQ3am2xYtu4pg1CLrIbFBTYwIFluXU9c94PqZly0EOy0q1LZVV24hHIbPbeYRQiKfcSLB_h_jX5HTHDto4At6A7T7MHUAqOjc3EhM87Ul849wdQ/s320/danphx.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5172179484159747330" /></a><br />One of unavoidable side effects of owning a land yacht with every bell and whistle is the little fact about the bells and whistles. The more creature comforts you add, the more care your coach requires. Of course, anyone who owns a home is likely smiling knowingly in agreement, as the principle applies to just about everyone in some degree. Right now we are in a bus stop somewhere near Casa Grande repairing a flat tire and addressing a few other minor details. Fortunately, the ZriiVost, with its two generators and nine batteries, has cooperated by and large on the tour. By the way, every time I think of the nine batteries on this thing, I think of an earthworm. Don't they have something like nine hearts?<br /><br />Well, yesterday's drive from Las Vegas to Phoenix was not without some drama. As anyone who has ever driven from Vegas to Phoenix knows, the one turn you don't miss is Highway 93 when you are on I-40. Well, we missed it. Our driver discovered his error 66 miles after the fact. So, in our roundabout route, we were able to discover the wonderful city of Prescott. Or, as some Arizonans are wont to say, "PRESScut." We were a little embarrassed to pull into the Marriott - Buttes Resort in Tempe late, but the reception we received as the ZriiVost pulled in sure made us feel better. A large crowd of excited (and forgiving) IEs and guests greeted us with applause, whoops, and hollers. Within minutes, the food spread of healthy snacks was in place and the reception reached a fever pitch. <br /><br />Conveniently, the Prosperity Meeting was also held right there in the Marriott, in a ballroom only 50 yards or so from the ZriiVost itself. Close to 400 people attended. It is incredible when you consider that a few weeks ago we decided to take the ZriiVost to Phoenix, and like clockwork more people showed up than attend many companies' annual conventions! This is obviously the result of strong local leadership, which Zrii has in spades in the Phoenix area. The energy in the room was spectacular. Curtis kept things hopping as MC. Dan Rhoda shared his unique insights into Ayurveda and the power of our unique formulation, in a way that only he can. And he looked just like Steve Jobs (with some extra hair) doing it. I addressed the topic of our singular opportunity for prosperity. I mentioned the fact that Bill Farley was one of the first investors in Starbucks. Nice timing, huh? Yes, our founder knows how to spot a billion dollar brand in the making! Aren’t you glad to be a part of this one?<br /><br />Based on the number of tear-off presentations that were sold, we can now expect over 25,000 new Zrii presentations to be shared in the coming months in the Phoenix area. Wow!<br /><br />Many of Zrii's finest IE leaders were in attendance and were recognized. They included 9-Stars Tyler Daniels and Marcell Niederhauser, 7-Stars Eric and Tricia Albrechtsen, 7-Star Mark Rogers, 6-Star Joe Profaizer, 6-Star Martin Aiono, 5-Star Dr. Andreas Boettcher, and many others too numerous to name. The stars were definitely out!<br /><br />The connection that took place between IE leaders, guests, new team members, and members of the corporate team was very special. It was a night to remember - especially as we consider that the work in Phoenix has only just begun. Imagine what the future holds! Congratulations Phoenix on the example you are setting to all of Zrii Nation.<br /><br />This morning Kirby, Curtis and I joined some IEs, including professional golfer and new IE Matt Baird, at the beautiful Ocotillo Golf Resort in Chandler for a morning round of golf. The weather was just spectacular - 80 degrees and sunny - and the award winning course was in excellent condition. Matt shot a 68 (yes, you read that right!) and everyone enjoyed hitting that little white ball in such terrific weather in the month of February! <br /><br />Well, we are about to pull out of our bus stop with a repaired tire and some spruced up accoutrements. We will be in Tucson soon. We can't wait to take in the beauty of Saguaro cacti! See you there!<br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />Clint (Foghorn Leghorn)The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-59964739691767118372008-02-27T10:33:00.001-08:002008-03-05T15:26:29.721-08:00What happens in Vegas...<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpor6e46G7jUacrxHj8cy2DZkV56NJesNfctD9M5z0ds-98G7tZfX0BWrwC23AFFgDhHihDZlB8S5TWVddkVfrYhzXreFHvKgce7toM5G4kMPlQW-DLJbulI0409vg5ipFAZ83TddxWSNu/s1600-h/crowd.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpor6e46G7jUacrxHj8cy2DZkV56NJesNfctD9M5z0ds-98G7tZfX0BWrwC23AFFgDhHihDZlB8S5TWVddkVfrYhzXreFHvKgce7toM5G4kMPlQW-DLJbulI0409vg5ipFAZ83TddxWSNu/s320/crowd.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5171739563544519874" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrkD_QXr9guoEH2ov2tsmpyLPCU4I0fF-X1pXd178BowSUkZ_JJKutFEfEaZHgrhiDj2HF4GnUEMT3X6a0EdEmHBIrCmRa1thZbgmt1SGBSDhjFU6fBdYF_Dl2rn1Idf1ggxkfeEmvzJeQ/s1600-h/kirby.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrkD_QXr9guoEH2ov2tsmpyLPCU4I0fF-X1pXd178BowSUkZ_JJKutFEfEaZHgrhiDj2HF4GnUEMT3X6a0EdEmHBIrCmRa1thZbgmt1SGBSDhjFU6fBdYF_Dl2rn1Idf1ggxkfeEmvzJeQ/s320/kirby.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5171739567839487186" /></a><br />In patent contradiction to a popular ad campaign, what happened in Vegas will now be shared with the world.<br /><br />Top of the morning to everyone in Zrii nation! We are currently pulling out of Las Vegas on our way to Phoenix. We leave with our first ZriiVost tour stop in the books, and with some special memories in our minds and recorded forever on film. Our videographer, Kyle Burdash, was with us yesterday and will be with us through the Phoenix events today. He will also make appearances with his HD video camera in hand later in the tour. Bill Farley is adamant about recording as much company history has possible - and these days Zrii is making plenty of history. So, many of you will meet Kyle in the coming months.<br /><br />Soon after I finished my last blog, we pulled into a truck wash stop on the north end of Vegas. The ZriiVost had gathered some exterior grime and had become a cemetery for more than a few insects - so it needed a scrubbing. While the coach looked much improved after its soapy hose down, there were still a few areas that eluded perfection, at least in the mind of Kirby. So, upon stopping at Costco a few minutes later, Kirby was quick to toss some Armor All, Windex, and heavy duty paper towels into our cart. While at Costco, we also picked up a sushi platter, vegetable tray, and some turkey wraps for our VIP reception at Sunset Park. We also pleased Dan with the purchase of some organic vegetable snack packs. <br /><br />Our next stop was Sunset Park. With a reception looming at 4:00 PM, we went right to work preparing the ZriiVost and our healthy snacks. Kirby and Ryan polished up the wheels, tires, and other minor exterior blights. Our driver Tony also helped spiff things up. Curtis went to work repositioning our luggage and mini bottles underneath the coach (his fascination with luggage positioning is much appreciated). I went to work setting up our food spread. (Fortunately, our full size refrigerator keeps things cool in transition.) With our living room and bedroom pop-outs in place, the awnings pulled down to provide some cool shade, the ZriiVost all shined up, and a spread of mini bottles and tasty treats in place, we were ready for our the reception.<br /><br />Mingling with some of Las Vegas’ finest for an hour in a half was a delight. One of the most impactful stories to come out of the reception involved our new friend Lisa. Lisa was driving around town yesterday afternoon speaking with her mom on the phone. Her mom lives in Temecula, CA, and was telling Lisa all about her exciting new venture with Zrii. While Lisa was hearing about this incredible Ayurvedic product endorsed by the Chopra Center for the first time, she looked out her car window and what did she see? Why, the ZriiVost of course! So, she followed us into Sunset Park, parked right next to us, and approached us to find out what this land yacht was all about, as well as to sample Zrii for the first time. As she was asking me about the formulation, Dan appeared from the back of the bus. This moment would be akin to having someone ask me about golf, and then having Tiger Woods appear. Truly, a “stars aligning” moment!<br /><br />Our VIP reception of over 50 leaders and guests was followed by a Prosperity Meeting in nearby Henderson, which was attended by over 100 people. We heard from 9-Stars Tyler Daniel and Marcell Niederhauser. Other IE luminaries in attendance included Valerie and Brian Smith, Barry Comeaux, and Field Advisory Board members Bonnie Heverly and William Boles. <br /><br />I acted as MC, and corporate speakers consisted of Curtis, and Kirby, with special guest and Scientific Advisory Board member Dan Rhoda. Of course, Dan wowed the crowd with his eloquence in introducing Ayurvedic concepts and reviewing the history and benefits of our singular formulation. Curtis inspired us all with a charge to do the little things in growing our Zrii business. After his remarks, I think we will all always remember the difference between 211 and 212 degrees. Kirby gave us all a poignant reminder of our historic beginnings, and a promise of life changing event at <a href="http://www.regmeup.com/zrii/event_home.php">ILLUMINATION</a> in May.<br /><br />After the meeting, Zrii IEs and guests joined some of our newest team members and boarded the ZriiVost, parked strategically in front of the building and bathed in floodlights. A highlight of the evening was the unveiling of a mini-ZriiVost, created by Zrii IEs Dr. Tom and Amy Czyz of Arizona. Tom purchased a brand new Dodge Caravan, loaded it to the hilt with satellite TV and all the goodies, and wrapped it with a full-body wrap that mimics the ZriiVost wrap! He is following the ZriiVost to every tour stop, and he will be giving this stunning vehicle away to one of his team members in a drawing he will hold at ILLUMINATION. Wow!<br /><br />We capped the evening off with a delicious and nutritious meal at Jasmine Thai Gourmet, operated by Zrii IE Steve Petrack, who graciously hosted us. Who doesn’t love great Thai food??<br /><br />Well, it is Wednesday morning and Phoenix lies ahead! As I finish this blog entry, Kirby is studying his gourmet organic chocolate bar (a gift we all received from Valerie Smith) Curtis is once again reading his emails, Ryan is on the phone with 7-Star Trisha Albrechtsen planning our VIP reception in Phoenix, Dan is looking through our fridge, and Kyle is reviewing yesterday’s video. Life is swell on the ZriiVost.<br /><br />See you in Phoenix in a few hours!<br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />Clint (Foghorn Leghorn)The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-12066196913067204742008-02-26T09:36:00.000-08:002008-02-27T08:45:49.011-08:00On the road to Vegas<div>Hello Zrii nation!!<br /><br />This first blog entry comes to you from the ZriiVost itself. We are in the desert between Mesquite and Las Vegas, NV. Mobile broadband connections are very cool! On this leg of the ZriiVost tour, I am joined by <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/leadership/meetteam.xhtml">Kirby Zenger</a>, <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/leadership/meetteam.xhtml">Curtis Call</a>, Dan Rhoda, and Ryan Fleming. And our driver Tony. For those of you who have not yet met Ryan Fleming, he is our sales coordinator, and works closely with the field - so you will meet him soon!<br /><br />Yesterday afternoon we departed from Zrii headquarters in Draper, UT. A few hours later, we stopped in Beaver, UT for our first diesel fill-up. 150 gallons later, we were on our way (this fuel should last us about 1,500 miles). While we were watching the gallons tick away over one hundred and beyond, Dan Rhoda submitted the idea that we should purchase carbon offset credits each time we take the ZriiVost on tour. The idea was well received by the group and we are happy to announce that this beautiful red ZriiVost coach now has a streak of green!<br /><br />Presently, I am sitting on the suede sofa next to Kirby. He is watching the cult classic movie, "Sixth Sense" on satellite. Across from me, Dan Rhoda is working away on our first batch of product FAQs, which will be posted on zrii.com, hopefully within the next week. Further down the coach, Curtis is reviewing his emails and Ryan is confirming some details for tomorrow's stop in Phoenix.<br /><br />We are all still basking in bit of a natural high after the events of last weekend. Our first ever Field Advisory Board (FAB) meeting and the weekend training event put on by Z All Stars really delivered a lot of excitement. Not just for the field, but for us as well! So many of you traveled to be a part of the weekend, and our collective belief and confidence in our future is as high as ever. And with good reason! Our field leadership is the best that any of us has ever seen. That field leadership is responsible for the incredibly high level of daily activity in and around Zrii. Our pre-launch has set records in the industry. We launch in 90 days and our <a href="http://www.regmeup.com/zrii/event_home.php">ILLUMINATION</a> launch event will set even more records. With all of this excitement as a backdrop, the timing is perfect to embark on the first leg of the ZriiVost Tour!<br /><br />We are all excited for the next few days. We will be attending events in Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Tucson. Next week we will be in San Diego, Costa Mesa, and Los Angeles, CA. And then in the following week we will visit the Bay Area and Sacramento, CA. If you live within a few hundred miles of these markets, you won't want to miss these <a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/company/meetings.xhtml">Prosperity meetings</a>! Make sure you send your guests as well - these events will not disappoint!<br /><br />Well, we are coming up on Vegas. Soon we will be mingling with hundreds of you as we bask in the iconic essence of our billion dollar brand in the making.<br /><br />Look for more updates soon!<br /><br />Zriiyaa,<br /><br />Clint McKinlay (a.k.a. Foghorn Leghorn)</div><br /><div></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyBMwdt7UaU0Iskhwdt_IPa_EZeTs47jyl_QtBriwi42BapEwZoYfB4-PksneTUIP5zQhWEjGaqTumPQDpIOuOzSWrE_3KB-jbdKdzoL4tcERq94JHgmLXawS6FAuqrBRmOUA21XvBqn1H/s1600-h/zriivost+launch2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5171411913374409906" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyBMwdt7UaU0Iskhwdt_IPa_EZeTs47jyl_QtBriwi42BapEwZoYfB4-PksneTUIP5zQhWEjGaqTumPQDpIOuOzSWrE_3KB-jbdKdzoL4tcERq94JHgmLXawS6FAuqrBRmOUA21XvBqn1H/s400/zriivost+launch2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div>The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-111281390819463101.post-62293690786225806142008-02-26T08:38:00.000-08:002008-02-26T08:50:02.978-08:00ZriiVost Tour Begins Today!<span style="font-family:arial;">First Stop: Sun City MacDonald Ranch Community, Henderson, NV. </span><br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-size:78%;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-family:Arial;"></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghiuZH-l6uf4hzbwiV8WTT1S9NFpndG-lV3x0maW2Ycicpe0jx1_INotkj5WkFBjlFn2QY14CmK4tVFLDn_OzNizPtTBKwxkoqlqWmKE5iwuqjqkZP3NuMG1yT7zoyQuCxd0P8PXZ2KSQX/s1600-h/zriivost.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5171331829414208674" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghiuZH-l6uf4hzbwiV8WTT1S9NFpndG-lV3x0maW2Ycicpe0jx1_INotkj5WkFBjlFn2QY14CmK4tVFLDn_OzNizPtTBKwxkoqlqWmKE5iwuqjqkZP3NuMG1yT7zoyQuCxd0P8PXZ2KSQX/s400/zriivost.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><p><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></p><span style="font-family:arial;">You won't want to miss the ultimate branding land yacht as it cruises to a city near you.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">Don’t miss this special opportunity to rub shoulders with and learn from the elite Zrii leadership. Each ZriiVost Tour stop includes a special VIP reception in and around the ZriiVost itself followed by an open Prosperity Meeting at a nearby location. </span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">For those of you who live in other parts of the country, we have not forgotten you! This is just the first leg of the 2008 ZriiVost Tour, </span><a href="http://www.zrii.com/zrii/pages/company/meetings.xhtml"><span style="font-family:arial;font-size:85%;">click here</span></a><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;"> to view additional dates and locations. </span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">For those of you living in the Tempe, AZ area, see you tomorrow at the Marriott-Buttes Resort!</span></span><br /></span>The Zrii Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383171589015371048noreply@blogger.com2