The atmosphere at ENERGETIX’s previous events to kick off the year has always been unique. Enthusiastic people in front of the cameras at the headquarters in Bingen and in front of their screens at home demonstrated that it’s also possible to achieve the same effect on-line: goose bumps again and again, the desire to persevere, optimism, motivation and always the heartfelt gratitude for being given the opportunity of belonging to the ENERGETIX family – all that marked an unforgettable day.
“The glass is half full.”
That was the optimistic approach that characterized how Sole Shareholder and CEO Roland Förster welcomed his virtual guests from 10 countries. He highlighted the impressive achievements that have been accomplished in spite of the pandemic in his chat with host Markus Appelmann. Lockdown in spring 2020 meant that ‘sales through our main distribution channels, the home parties and trade fairs, basically dropped to zero overnight’. But the rapid response and initiatives by both the business partners and the company allowed us to move most of the product presentations on-line. That shift resulted in sales increasing again to more than 50% in just a very short period. “I would never have thought that possible,” says the owner of the family-run, self-financed company, which was able to fund the transition and consequently the future thanks to sufficient reserves.
Awards that went to the heart
The strategy’s success was not least apparent in the many moving tributes that Jessica Schlick and Alexander Link presented. The words of appreciation from the management, as well as from accompanying mentors, struck a chord with the award recipients. The gratitude that it was ‘possible to belong to the ENERGETIX family’ and thus to be successful, particularly during the current crisis, was expressed again and again. Personal sales and competitions along with team-building and the STARCLUB presented lots of opportunity to highlight special achievements and make very personal tributes. Then there were the 10-year anniversaries to celebrate as well as a special appreciation of the successful newcomers. Live video links meant that those being honoured were able to share their motivation and gratitude with viewers.
Celebrating together thanks to technical skills
The event was not only characterized by emotional tributes but also by the varied programme and the many opportunities that allowed participants to join in. It was possible, for example, for live music requests to be sent to the DJ during the event and photos of smart outfits to be uploaded from living rooms and cocktails in the company’s colours to be shared. The interactive surveys and live videos with dancing business partners also contributed to creating a real party feeling!
IT in a new light
Alexander Link was able to create new incentives with the latest ‘BOOSTYOURBUSINESS! FOREVERYONE’ competition and to draw attention to this year’s special offers. He also emphasized at the same time that there were, of course, great people and many success stories behind all the IT developments and figures of the last few months. “Sitting in front of a computer is not where the fun is. It’s the getting new things off the ground together with business partners that I enjoy most,” says Alexander Link.
New jewellery to kick off the year
The new jewellery is, of course, one of the most popular aspects of the kick-off event. It creates the opportunity to specifically get in touch with customers particularly for the upcoming ‘special days’, in other words, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day and church holidays, as jewellery designer Britta Rejek mentioned while sharing a few motivational tips. Valuable sales arguments also came from the creative corner.
As the caterpillar said to the butterfly …
Star trainer Tobias Beck provided so many tips that it brought the motivational barrel to overflowing – like the example of a barn full of gold that he used to describe the situation of network marketing as it is now and after corona. There were just a few rules to add that network marketers should abide by, for instance: “People don’t buy the product, they buy you and your energy!” And this coach has plenty of that. “Become a people magnet! Fly out like a bee – from flower to flower!” And, then, one day, you’ll hear, “My God, how you have changed, as the caterpillar said to the butterfly!”
All in all, a maximum of motivation from the top coach, who’s sure to provide us with plenty of support in the future, just as Joey Kelly has done for years.
Motivation and goal setting: Joey Kelly
A reunion that brought great joy even if there was no hugging allowed this time. But the words of the performer and extreme sports personality were all the more heartfelt for that: “ENERGETIX is one big family and I’m glad we see each other every year.” But how do you motivate yourself in crises like this? Motivation is not difficult if you do what you love … those who remain flexible and who are willing take a new path will be the winners. His advice: “Never give up, you have to set goals and be tough about achieving them. Being successful is fun. Teamwork is also very important in this regard.” And Joey had a reassuring prediction: “2021 is going to be a strong year; difficult at first – but then all the better.” Roland Förster also sees the positive effect of flexibility and breaking new ground: “The on-line situation is enormously important. Embrace the opportunities – with and without corona.” And his call to all: “Make 2021 your year!”
Many business partners started doing so the following day with the additional motivation of the collage training with Ulrich Lang and Biba Marseglia. Even the on-line version of the training was once again a unique experience and a great start to a year of visualized goals.
So with that in mind, let’s GROWTOGETHER. NOWMORETHANEVER.
The livestreamed
presentation of ENERGETIX’s collection for 2020 / 2021
The members of the audience that Sole Shareholder and CEO Roland Förster welcomed on Saturday evening were spread across the globe and had joined him to celebrate the new-format Collection Premiere on their TVs and even on large screens. Some of our business partners had also organized small garden parties in the style of public screenings – with the appropriate safety measures, of course.
It was quite sensational what Ralf Schmitt, the host who’s a presenter, author and actor, and Jessica Schlick, member of the management, served up to the participants – and not only in view of the short time that was available to realize the event. The broadcast location was a skyline bar at Vienna House Andel’s in Berlin.
What was new, what was different?
The new jewellery collection is really up to date and again full of fascinating surprises. One comment from the chat summed it up: “Incredible! It’s even better than last year!” More than deserved praise for the designer commentators, who were connected live from the studio in Bingen. They presented the highlights with freshness, vitality and flexibility.
And there’s even more because valuable sales advice was also shared this year about the uniqueness of the pieces in terms of exclusivity, material and quality. This advice was accompanied by great fashion tips that showed that the new jewellery is once again right on the mark where worldwide trends are concerned.
During the section dedicated to wellness, Ralf Bauer and a business partner revealed in exciting unboxing videos which new pieces the audience was now able to present to their customers. The practical product films that have been uploaded to ENERGETIX’s YouTube channel for the new ‘100 % Feel Good’ cushion and the HeadSpa can be easily incorporated into on-line presentations – as can the many other videos that focus on the new collection and the business idea.
On-line presentations. Don’t be shy!
Alexander Link, who on the management board is responsible for IT, among other things, was entirely in his element when he talked about on-line presentations. They’re going to be with us for some time to come so it’s all the more important that everyone gets to grips with this new tool. Besides practical help from the company, perhaps the most important piece of advice came from Alexander Link: “Don’t be shy! Just be authentic and then it’ll definitely work.”
The business partners who are now successfully using the new tool have shown that it does work and that it’s incredibly fun. Bianca Becker, the on-line pioneer, set out the three golden rules: “Do it, do it, do it”. And several video examples revealed that getting started can be a really big laugh.
The new webshop, which was launched only recently, is also a great help. Great design, great images and new opportunities, e.g. through broader options aimed at customer retention, are really valuable.
Is this the new Kelly family?
It’s no surprise when Joey Kelly performs at an ENERGETIX Collection Premiere. But the fact that he and his children Luke and Lilly recorded a song in the barn at his home exclusively for his ‘ENERGETIX family’ and thus delivered one of the emotional highlights of the evening was a sensation that no one expected. Bravo! And please: more of the same!
The interview that Jessica Schlick conducted with Maite Kelly was carried along by a wave of affection and was also simply sensational. Mother and job, how does that work? It works because the children possess the same strengths that characterize their ‘Tiger Mum’, who has worked her way up to incredible successes after a long dry spell. A message that encourages.
And Maite’s motto for life – ‘Love is Worthwhile’ – which she has interpreted in her new song and which was one of the musical highlights at the Collection Premiere – colours everything that she does.
Charity with heart
You can only be amazed at the level that the Ndlovu Youth Choir has reached. The choir was simply formed as a project by ENERGETIX’s charity partner Hugo Tempelman but is now celebrating global success. Hugo Tempelman and his wife Liesje linked to the Collection Premiere from South Africa. How they talked about their work was very moving. Around€ 50,000 are also going to the different health and social projects during this time, which brings donations from ENERGETIX to more than €1.5 million in total.
Together we’re strong
So what remains of this exceptional event, of this unique ENERGETIX Collection Premiere that has never been experienced in this way before? Fantastic new products as the basis for an attractive business idea, new tools to communicate with customers in extraordinary times, the sense of belonging to a unique and magnificent community and the confidence that together we’re strong! Helping each other and the will to fill the vision of ENERGETIX with life – MOREPOWERFUL – MORESUCCESSFUL – TOGETHER. Thanks to all those who never stop contributing.
You’ll find a video with all the new collection’s highlights here:
Roland Förster was greeted by thunderous applause on the stage in Berlin on to which he had been invited by Alexander Link and Jessica Schlick both of whom were presenting. In his opening speech, the Sole Shareholder and CEO drew the attention of his 1,000 guests to the company’s history of 17 years that had been characterized by continuous developments. Developments that had started from the smallest of beginnings and had grown into a progressively optimized collection, high-quality catalogues and significant investments in IT and logistics and also included the acquisition of the building complex in Bingen. The latest milestone in the company’s progress is the extensive range of wellness products, which was presented in a separate catalogue for the first time in Berlin and which offers partners new potential for sustainably boosting their businesses as well as their income and team-building, which as Roland Förster particularly pointed out was of central significance.
In its pursuit of these continuous developments, ENERGETIX also attaches great importance to newcomers to the company. They were given a special welcome in Berlin. The number of people who had joined since the last Collection Premiere and who were invited on to the stage was impressive.
Large groups, also among the teams, that had come dressed especially for the occasion of the Collection Premiere in Berlin. The stage was hardly big enough to show off their creativity.
The company’s top business partners and members of the STARCLUB – the company’s highest accolade – were also given special recognition and enjoyed loud applause.
The day’s highlight came this year in a double pack: wellness products and a new jewellery collection. Both were presented during impressive stage shows. As were the two new catalogues – in a new design and realized in the most sophisticated of styles. The audience enjoyed a breathtaking performance during the show when Sergey Mishchurenko, who is famous for his television appearances, impressed with a daring routine on his ‘Flying Pole’.
He wasn’t the only celebrity of the day: the actor Ralf Bauer was also welcomed as a guest and charmingly focused additional attention on the topic of wellness. Joey Kelly and his son Luke, who is following in his father’s footsteps, made an authentic contribution to the motivation of the attending business partners. They further issued a heart-felt invitation to the participants to join them at the next half marathon in Mainz where they’ll also be running in ENERGETIX’s colours.
The business partners were also given sufficient time to dive into the extremely creatively designed worlds of jewellery and wellness. That was where participants were able to take a close look at the new products and get expert and knowledgeable advice about them. The enthusiasm was literally tangible.
Another first was the fact that successful business partners were given the opportunity to share their knowledge in the fields of jewellery, wellness, team-building and competitions on stage in four intensive and entertaining panel discussions. Competence and experience in the ‘Talent Arena’ also produced efficient exchanges between the management, successful business partners and newcomers, who were able to benefit from the invaluable knowledge that was presented there. Building your own team was another of the central topics at the arena as were tips and experiences from many impressive careers.
With this preparation under their belts, the participants eagerly awaited the presentation of the new competitions, which were then revealed in an exciting launch: as is tradition, newcomers will be travelling to Bingen; winners of the second category will be getting to enjoy ‘Pure Nature’ in the Basque Country while first-category qualifiers may expect something incredible: a trip to the Amazon – an experience that’s going to be an absolute one-off in the lives of those lucky enough to take part.
The day was rounded off with the gala evening that was accompanied by a delicious meal and the presentation of the cheque to ENERGETIX’s charity partner Dr Hugo Tempelman and that was then followed by a dazzling party with DJ and one of the best cover and party bands in Germany.
The following Sunday saw business partners deciding between the choice of taking part in a sociable get-together.
An all-round successful Collection Premiere! ENERGETIX’s most important event of the year has made a lasting impression: effective exchanges of experiences, top motivation and enthusiasm for two new ranges. The participants are looking forward to the next Collection Premiere in July 2020.
From the start, the atmosphere at the summer STARCLUB meeting couldn’t have been better. The members of ENERGETIX’s supreme body met two days before the Collection Premiere in the ESTREL Hotel’s summer garden in Berlin for a lunch snack that was already awaiting the guests. It was a meeting that was actually a warm gathering of friends in the most pleasant of Berlin settings that presented the perfect opportunity for small talk and intensive sharing of experiences.
The latest first-hand news was presented during the exchange with the management that followed. That was when Roland Förster, Alexander Link and Jessica Schlick talked about developments and trends, including, for example, the growing importance that wellness products are enjoying. The new BalancePlus Bottle met with great enthusiasm at its pre-launch introduction to the STARCLUB members.
The STARCLUB’s new members were given a particularly warm welcome. Mentors and closely associated business partners found the appropriate and moving words to praise the successful newcomers to the club – a demonstration of the close ties between people that are characteristic of the atmosphere that exists at ENERGETIX and that certainly also contribute to the success of every individual.
The STARCLUB members then got to spend the evening in the company of ENERGETIX’s management at Schloss Britz. The atmosphere was excellent. The summer party followed the honours and a superior evening meal.
Our STARS express how much they enjoy their success when they start to celebrate. Although things weren’t really any louder than usual, it was hot and so the windows were open. And then the police arrived. It must be said, however, that the officers deployed their de-escalation strategy perfectly in the form of a Viennese waltz and that they were an unplanned but valuable addition to the evening. ENERGETIX’s atmosphere is simply infectious!
The announcement of the next three-day STARCLUB event on Malta in April 2020 gave everybody a special motivational boost! An incentive for dedicated, continuous work for all business partners!
A fresh wind blew through Bingen and our business premises last week. In appreciation of their outstanding achievements, we had invited the winners of the Newcomer Competition to see our headquarters.
But, once there, they were able to enjoy Joey Kelly, too, who is also a confirmed fan of magnetic jewellery and who enriched the day with a presentation about the power of setting goals and motivation.
The first day was dedicated to a guided tour of our premises with lots of information from the Customer Support, Marketing and Warehouse departments as well as an exchange with management and employees. But one of the highlights was definitely the entertaining and instructive ‘No Limits’ presentation by Joey Kelly.
No limits in your mind and pursuing your goals with the utmost motivation – that’s what Joey illustrated using his life with the Kelly Family and as an extreme athlete as an example.
The evening was then dedicated entirely to recognition because that’s when Roland Förster and Jessica Schlick presented the business partners with their certificates and awards against the backdrop of the Central Rhine Valley, which could have come straight from the movies. The buffet and BBQ on the terrace of the Palais am Rhein was followed by a party and dancing into the night in the company of a DJ.
The second day provided the opportunity to exchange experiences with like-minded people. A kind of speed dating with hiking and wine tasting around the Niederwald Monument provided the setting for entertainment, sightseeing and many answers to questions about the business.
The event is best summed up with what the newcomers themselves said: “two fantastic days”, “interesting exchange”, “beautiful landscape”, “fun people” and “great atmosphere”!
You will find more photos of this great event on our Flickr channel!
“Great, incredibly impressive! Thanks for this totally amazing trip. It was again something very special and very pleasant.”
The trip to South Africa allowed the first-category qualifiers to get very close to the people and nature there. The promises that were made weren’t exaggerated. It would hardly be possible to experience this exciting country as a visitor any more intensively, emotionally or closer.
The trip started in Elansdoorn, where Hugo Tempelman, our long-standing charity partner, works. The business partners were able to see for themselves in the hospital ward and research laboratory that ENERGETIX’s donations over recent years are being put to extremely good use.
A performance by a few members of the now world-famous choir showed how much quality of life Hugo Tempelman’s work is producing in South Africa.
These first moving impressions accompanied the group as the travellers immersed themselves directly into the nearby nature where a beautiful lodge where they could relax was waiting for them.
The next day offered pure adventure when the participants were taken on a safari to experience the Big Five with exciting and even dramatic aspects. The pictures speak for themselves. The evening ended with a bush dinner against the fantastic backdrop of dusk.
The next day’s programme of contrasts saw the group take a short flight to the pulsating metropolis of Cape Town.
The impression that this ‘pearl at the southern tip of Africa’ offered was very profound with fantastic beaches on the shores of two oceans, scenic diversity and a vibrant multicultural society. The renowned ‘Gold Restaurant’ took the guests on a culinary journey across the entire continent in the evening.
Next contrast: Cape Town’s township. The guide let us take a look behind the scenes. One of the highlights of the journey was a trip to a genuine medicine man and to the guide’s mother, who lovingly prepared an African lunch for the group. It couldn’t have been more authentic!
The vistas from Table Mountain are, of course, always a must-see on any trip to Cape Town. The view at sunset was magnificent.
And only ENERGETIX business partners could have experienced the consumption of night coffee this way: the evening meal was served at the home of jazz musicians who presented a sample of their skills with music that has conquered the entire world.
The Cape of Good Hope’s popular mascots, the charming penguins, were one of the final lasting impressions of a ‘stunning’ journey before the first-category qualifiers were appropriately recognized for their outstanding performances during ‘Dinner at the Stack’.
An incredible trip but it can already be revealed that the new competition’s destination for first-category qualifiers that is going to be presented in Berlin at the end of August is easily going to match these standards for excitement and adventure.
We’ll be seeing you in Berlin!
More impressions from this extraordinary journey are to be found on Flickr.
Great spirits and lots of fun while acting – that’s how the atmosphere during the STARCLUB meeting that took place in Bingen on 3 and 4 May could be described. The venue – which was turned into a professionally supervised film location – was the NH Hotel on the banks of the River Rhine.
The protagonists were the ENERGETIXSTARS, who enthusiastically and totally immersed themselves into the complex material: great performances were presented in regard to the storyboard, casting, make-up and even directing. As well as, of course, in the leading and supporting roles.
The cinematic enthusiasm of our STARS during the shoot is reflected in the three results, which had their premieres after the evening menu at Burg Klopp. Roland Förster’s tribute to the STARCLUB members was complemented this time with Oscars for all the participants and three Special Awards for Outstanding Achievements.
The great atmosphere with the 54 STARS who had travelled from the Netherlands, Denmark, France, Switzerland and Germany transitioned seamlessly into a lively film-gala party.
The Saturday after was marked by an informative meeting on ENERGETIX’s premises at which the most important news was shared first hand in advance with the STARCLUB members.
The session allowed questions and suggestions to be explored in direct exchanges with the management. The positive feedback about the subjects discussed constituted a great end to a very successful STARCLUB event.
This way to the Flickr Album with more impressions from this magnificent event!
That you can end up in a completely different and fascinating world after what feels like a short-haul flight – that’s what the 22 participants of ENERGETIX’s training trip to Marrakesh experienced. The name alone conjures up exciting images of vibrant and oriental diversity that are then far surpassed by what can actually be experienced there.
The first day alone presented the full package: diving into the magical atmosphere of the Medina market place with jugglers, snake charmers and musicians along with an incredible selection of goods being hawked by hundreds of traders. All this fills the air with a unique sound, accompanied by the fantastic smell of oriental food – a feast for the senses.
A somewhat different rally was kicked off in the middle of this unique atmosphere with the aim of helping the travellers discover the history and culture of this magical place. Appropriately, the night was spent at the Riad Dar Justo, a stately villa at the heart of Marrakesh.
The following day was devoted to the aspect of valuable details that this city, which has been able to keep its traditions alive, presents. ENERGETIX’s business partners were particularly taken with the many small and open studios where tanners, blacksmiths and woodworkers – who are more artists than artisans – could be observed at their work. Another world, another time – still full of life today. A ‘tuk-tuk’ whisked the visitors down narrow alleys to a stylish restaurant in the evening.
The third day was dedicated to a trip to the Atlas mountains. This was where the participants discovered how complex the production of Morocco’s precious argan oil is on a trip to a cooperative where it is made.
A Berber family presented the secrets of making tea in the Agafag desert – a true ceremony. A ride on the camel was, of course, a must on a little excursion into the desert.
The evening meal, which was served in a Berber tent, was a very special experience as it presented the unique setting to celebrate the winners of the Marrakesh rally as well as the birthday of Cécile Carbonel, the business partner from France.
The highlight of the fourth day was the trip to the Yves Saint Laurent Museum and the Majorelle Garden that revealed that the fashion designer did not only excel with wonderful creations at his chosen profession.
This excursion into the Arabian world was brought to a close with an evening meal at the modern Jad Mahal Restaurant, where Andreas Förster, standing in for his father, awarded the certificates to the participating competition qualifiers. He emphasized how valuable the ENERGETIX training trips are, also from the point of view of personal exchanges and learning from each other.
The unforgettable impressions of this training trip to Marrakesh demonstrate once again that ENERGETIX’s sessions are great opportunities for business partners to motivate both themselves and their entire teams.
More impressions from this extraordinary journey are to be found on Flickr.
February 2019: 60 top business partners from Denmark, Germany, Austria and Switzerland met in Colmar. The charming small town in the French Alsace represented the ideal location for the first STARCLUB event of 2019.
The day was initially kicked off with the management providing direct information to the stars about new developments and projects at the company. This session already made the benefits of membership in the STARCLUB apparent as it gave the business partners the opportunity to contribute and offer their feedback directly.
The new STARCLUB members were immediately integrated into the group of stars with questions, awards and gift presentations.
The second part of the day was dedicated to the essence of the business, which is team-building. An extremely lively and constructive exchange took place during this session. Everyone benefited here from the mix of experienced and new business partners. It was once again confirmed that ENERGETIX offers both a particularly attractive compensation plan and high-quality products – which is almost unique in the industry. Everyone is given the space to develop and become successful in the business without pressure and obligation.
This part of the day was followed by a guided tour of Colmar’s centre, which, with buildings from six centuries, is extraordinarily well-preserved. The dinner was followed by a celebration of all STARCLUB members for their magnificent achievements. A splendid evening, which ended with great conversations, dancing and music.
The next day was reserved for a culinary workshop at the Château de Kintzheim, where groups were formed to bake a speciality that’s typical of the region: macaroons! As always with our business partners, fun and entertainment were not neglected!
Overall impression: bright sunshine, business partners in excellent spirits and a valuable exchange of experiences!
The motto at the meetings to kick off the year in Germany, France and the Netherlands shows where the focus will lie over the coming months: it will be on telling more people about ENERGETIX, inspiring them and offering them the opportunity of a job that’s fun and that will help them make their wishes and dreams come true.
Sole Shareholder and CEO Roland Förster talked about the motto that sets out the direction for the coming months in his speech that opened the meeting in Tiel in the Netherlands. ENERGETIX doesn’t only offer beautiful jewellery and high-quality wellness articles but also a unique job for everyone!
Roland Förster welcomed last year’s newcomers with a brief interview with each. Some of them had already achieved a rapid start and had consequently secured additional rewards for themselves.
The attending members of the current STARCLUB were then honoured and were exclusively presented with a pair of MagnetSlippers, the latest addition to the wellness range. Their anecdotes about how they started with ENERGETIX were emotional, especially among the business partners of the first hour. There was also news about the innovative food supplement QICUMA (formerly Inja). Besides a new name, which is an indication of one of the most important components which is turmeric, magnesium has also been added and the taste changed. A joint tasting on location was, of course, a must and convinced everyone who tried the new product. The marketing materials, such as the QICUMA product video, have also been adapted.
Another highlight was the new SPRING / SUMMER 2019 collection, which Margreth Janssen presented in a professional business-partner-like manner. Her presentation was accompanied by a fashion and jewellery show for the first time. The breaks provided opportunities to view, touch and try on all the new products, which immediately found new fans!
The afternoon was dedicated to practical training sessions for the participants. Sjaak Janssen explained in an inspiring presentation how to be consistently successful with ENERGETIX and have fun at the same time. The new ‘Talk & Win’ competition was then presented.
The business partners’ motivation was clearly noticeable. New acquaintances, new knowledge and new fantastic products as well as a reliable and strong company in the background – these are the foundations for business partners to enjoy a successful year – entirely in line with the motto: „Let’s talk about EX!“
Please click here to see more photos of the event that our dear business partner Margreth Janssen has made available on her Flickr channel.
At this point, we’d like to thank Margreth and Sjaak Janssen again for organizing the event and to all the business partners who helped on location!