Billy Florence Leadership Insights

Jim Janz - Focusing On Horizon with Secretary General

We sometimes get so caught up thinking about all the things we must do now that we forget to look down the road a ways. I like this quote that Jim Janz has shared...

JIM JANZ, “As the second Secretary-General of the United Nations, Dag Hammarskjöld, Swedish diplomat, is an experienced resource when speaking about keeping our eyes fixed on the future rather than today’s difficulties.”

Jim Janz & Sharon Janz – Legends In Leadership About Focus

“Never look down to test the ground before taking your next step; only he who keeps his eye fixed on the far horizon will find his right road.” - Dag Hammarskjold

About Jim & Sharon Janz

Jim Janz and Sharon Janz are members of independent business owner (IBO) trade association, IBOAI. Janz is the 2007 association chairman.

IBOAI, the official trade association leadership team including Billy Florence, Jody Victor, Randy Haugen, Joe Markiewicz Don Wilson and Jim Janz serves and protects the business interests of independent business owners, (Quixtar IBO’s ) throughout North America.

© 2007 JIM JANZ & SHARON JANZ QUIXTAR IBO. Reprint permission provided to Billy Florence Quixtar & Amway News site.

Amway's Joe Markiewicz – Learning & Literature

I love this quote that Joe Markiewicz has shared from Mr. Andrew Carnegie.  He had so much wealth and was able to do so many things in his life.  But you can tell from this quote and others that Andrew Carnegie had a real love and passion for the simple act of reading and writing...

Joe Markiewicz, “Industrialist, Andrew Carnegie in this excerpt, expresses the true enjoyment of literature and an atmosphere of learning. His enthusiasm is contagious.”

Joe Markiewicz & Mary Beth Quick Quote Favorite

“Amid books, newspapers, pencils, pens and ink and writing pads, and a clean office, bright windows, and the literary atmosphere, I was the happiest boy alive.” - Andrew Carnegie

Joe & Mary Beth Markiewicz own Markiewicz International and are members of IBOAI.

IBOAI, the official trade association, leadership team includes Billy Florence, Jody Victor, Randy Haugen, Don Wilson Fred Harteis and Jim Janz. They serve and protect the business interests of independent business owners, (Quixtar IBO’s ) throughout North America.

The 2007 IBO Board of Directors Executive Committee Team includes Jim Janz, Chairman, Don Wilson, Vice Chairman, Bob Andrews, Brad Duncan, Kanti Gala, Randy Haugen, Bill Hawkins, and Kathy Victor. Governance and Oversight Committee includes Jody Victor and Billy Florence. Other serving board members include Joe Markiewicz, Orrin Woodward and Chris Brady.

© 2007 Joe Markiewicz Amway Quixtar IBO. All rights reserved. Reprint permission provided to Billy Florence Quixtar & Amway News site.

Don Wilson & Jim Janz - Customer Satisfaction High

Quixtar Independent Business Owners should be proud of this recent announcement.  Jim Janz and Don Wilson do a great job of updating IBOs on this great accomplishment...

Jim Janz, “IBO Trade Association recently announced that in the second annual customer satisfaction seasonal edition of the Top 40, Quixtar was ranked at number five. Outstanding online experience and quality products have resulted in Quixtar being ranked the leading online health and beauty retailer and 20th overall according to Internet Retailers Top 500 Guide to the Web,” continued Jim Janz.

Don Wilson added, “With more consumers shopping online, good service is crucial. This is great news for our members, Quixtar Independent Business Owners (IBOs), whose businesses drive sales at quixtar.com.”

Background: The Top 40 Online Retail Satisfaction Index reviews categories such as Site Experience, Merchandise, Brand and Price. “With online sales projected to increase 13% – 14% during the next five years, it is important to ensure that our customers have the best possible experience finding information and ordering products,” notes Don Wilson.

“Through quixtar.com, IBOs offer shoppers exclusive brands such as ARTISTRY skincare and cosmetics, NUTRILITE vitamins and supplements, and XS POWER NUTRITION, as well as thousands of products representing brands such as Levi’s, Whirlpool, Reebok, KitchenAid and many more,” explains DON WILSON.

About the IBOAI “The official IBO Trade Association, IBOAI is dedicated to serving and protecting the interests of Quixtar powered Independent Business Owners (Quixtar IBOs) throughout North America.

IBOA leadership team includes Billy Florence, Jody Victor, Randy Haugen, Don Wilson Fred Harteis and Jim Janz. These IBOs serve and protect the business interests of independent business owners, (Quixtar IBOs) throughout North America.

The 2007 IBO Board of Directors Executive Committee Team includes Jim Janz, Chairman, Don Wilson, Vice Chairman, Bob Andrews, Brad Duncan, Kanti Gala, Randy Haugen, Bill Hawkins, and Kathy Victor. Governance and Oversight Committee includes Jody Victor and Billy Florence. Also serving on IBOAI board are Orrin Woodward, Chris Brady, Joe Markiewicz, and John Merris.

© 2007 Don Wilson & Jim Janz Amway Quixtar IBOs. All rights are reserved. Reprint permission provided to Billy Florence Quixtar & Amway News site.

Quixtar Bill & Sandy Hawkins – Friendship Of A Book

Developing the habit to read every day is one of the best things a person can do if he wants to grow and get better.  Books help us to learn lifetimes of information.  Like Bill Hawkins says, they can be some of our best friends...

Bill Hawkins, “A shelf of books that cause us to think and grow is like a row of friends focused on our well being. That’s why the comments of Thomas Carlyle and Ross Macdonald are well worth reading.”

Bill & Sandy Hawkins Reading Favorites

“All that Mankind has done, thought, gained or been, it is lying as in magic preservation in the pages of Books. They are the chosen possession of men.” - Thomas Carlyle

“A good book on your shelf is a friend that turns its back on you and remains a friend.” - Ross Macdonald

Bill Hawkins and Sandy Hawkins are members of IBOAI

IBOAI, the official trade association, leadership team includes Billy Florence, Jody Victor, Randy Haugen, Don Wilson Fred Harteis and Jim Janz who serves and protects the business interests of independent business owners, ( Quixtar IBO’s ) throughout North America.

The 2007 IBO Board of Directors Executive Committee Team includes Jim Janz, Chairman, Don Wilson, Vice Chairman, Bob Andrews, Brad Duncan, Kanti Gala, Randy Haugen, Bill Hawkins, and Kathy Victor. Governance and Oversight Committee includes Jody Victor and Billy Florence. Other serving board members include Joe Markiewicz, Orrin Woodward and Chris Brady.

Keywords: Bill Hawkins, Amway Quixtar ibo Team

© 2007 Bill Hawkins. All Rights Reserved. Permission provided to Billy Florence Quixtar & Amway site.

Quixtar's Kathy Victor: Commitment to Goals

This is great information from Jody Victor & Kathy Victor on the importance of goal setting...

Kathy Victor, “ W. H. Murray lived the life of goal setting and accomplishing goals in the face of enormous obstacles. That’s why we’ve selected this leadership insight for you. Learning from the example of accomplishment is highly relevant.”

Jody Victor and Kathy Victor About Goals

“Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back, always ineffectiveness. Concerning all acts of initiative and creation, there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. All sorts of things occur to help one that would never otherwise have occurred. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in ones favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings, and material assistance which no man could have dreamed would have come his way. I have learned a deep respect for one of Goethe's couplets: 'Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it! Boldness has genius, magic, and power in it.’”

-W.H. Murray, of the Scottish Himalayan Expedition

About – Jody Victor and Kathy Victor

Jody Victor is founder of Markerman Productions, a global technology firm, and is President of MMP. Mr. Victor has spoken to audiences all over the world about free enterprise and success.
Jody Victor and Kathy Victor serve on the International Business Owners Association International (IBOAI).

IBOAI, the Quixtar IBO official trade association, serves and protects the business interests of independent business owners, Quixtar Ibo’s. Association leadership includes Jim Janz, Randy Haugen, Brad Duncan, Don Wilson, Billy Florence, Jody Victor. 2007 IBO association board members include: Kanti Gala, Bill Hawkins, John Merris, Joe Markiewicz, Orrin Woodward, Chris Brady, Kathy Victor, Bob Andrews and Bill Hawkins

Amway and Quixtar are sister companies owned by Alticor Inc.

© 2007 Jody Victor Amway / Quixtar IBO. Reprint permission given to Billy Florence Quixtar & Amway News site.

Jim Janz - Winning Teams Have Responsibility In Common

This is what leadership is all about. Taking responsibility for our actions. Don't put the blame on others. As leaders we must be accountable for our actions.

Jim Janz, “Accountability for actions is a sign of character. Alabama’s coach Bear Bryant and Miami Dolphins leader, Don Shula, understood that very important responsibility.”

Janz Leadership Favorite

In a crisis, don't hide behind anything or anybody. They are going to find you anyway. – Coach Bryant

My responsibility is leadership, and the minute I get negative, that is going to have an influence on my team. – Coach Don Shula

Jim Janz and Sharon Janz are Members of IBOAI, the official Quixtar IBO Trade Association.

“The official Trade Association, IBOAI, is dedicated to serving and protecting the interests of Quixtar powered Independent Business Owners (Quixtar IBOs) throughout North America,” says Jim Janz of IBOAI.

Governed by a Board of Directors, the IBOAI: Protects the best interests of IBOs and serves as an advocate in IBO issues with Quixtar.

IBOAI, the IBO official trade association of Quixtar Ibo’s, serves and protects the business interests of independent business owners. Association leadership includes Jim Janz, Randy Haugen Brad Duncan, Don Wilson, Billy Florence, Jody Victor. Additional Independent Business Owner board members include: Bill Hawkins, John Merris, Joe Markiewicz, Orrin Woodward, Chris Brady, Kathy Victor, Bob Andrews and Bill Hawkins

Keywords: Jim Janz Quixtar, Don Wilson Quixtar, Billy Florence Jody Victor Quixtar

© 2007 Jim Janz Amway Quixtar IBO. Reprint permission given to Billy Florence Quixtar & Amway News site

Jim Janz Amway IBO: Team Members Setting The Tone

"Books by Coach John Wooden are some of my favorite on leadership..." - Billy Florence

Jim Janz, “Leadership is often highlighted in sports. John Wooden is a role model for focused and caring leadership. One of my favorite leadership thoughts from him is…”

Make sure that team members know they are working with you, not for you. – Coach John Wooden

Jim Janz and Sharon Janz Are Members of IBOAI, IBO Trade Association.

“The official Trade Association, IBOAI, is dedicated to serving and protecting the interests of Quixtar powered Independent Business Owners (Quixtar IBOs) throughout North America,” says Jim Janz of IBOAI.

Governed by a Board of Directors, the IBOAI: Protects the best interests of IBOs and serves as an advocate in IBO issues with Quixtar Inc.

IBOAI, the IBO official trade association of Quixtar Ibo’s, serves and protects the business interests of independent business owners. Association leadership includes Jim Janz, Randy Haugen Brad Duncan, Don Wilson, Billy Florence, Jody Victor. Additional board members include: Bill Hawkins, John Merris, Joe Markiewicz, Orrin Woodward, Chris Brady, Kathy Victor, Bob Andrews and Bill Hawkins.

Keywords: Jim Janz Quixtar, Don Wilson Quixtar, Billy Florence Jody Victor Quixtar

© 2007 Jim Janz Amway Quixtar IBO. Reprint permission given to Billy Florence Quixtar & Amway News site.