Today we’d like to introduce you to Elaine Yvette.
Hi Elaine, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I got laid off from my job in 2020 during the pandemic & it’s funny how God works because I was asking for a change and something different but not sure of what different was! That’s when the pandemic happened! I have seen a stranger on Facebook talk about losing weight and making money at the same time! So I took a leap of faith because at the time, I was a donut away from 200lbs.! I was anemic kind of depressed because my life wasn’t where I wanted it to be! So I dm the young lady and told her I needed to lose weight, and she told me to get nutraburst (vitamin) nrg (focus/energy) iaso tea(detox)! But here is the kicker she stated “You should join the business because once you lose weight people are going to ask about what you did and where you got it from!” So I joined and didn’t think about it because the starting cost was less than a hair due!
Once I got the products, I went live and jumped on the scale because I wanted to be real transparent and authentic with the people who were watching me because at this time, there were 50+ people watching! I wanted to take them on this new journey with me and wanted to see if the product worked!
The first five days, I lost 9lbs without working out! I started to walk and take people on my journey, and the next thing I knew, I lost 25 lbs in less than two months! Now during this time, people were clicking on my link and buying the products from me! Thank God I joined because I was only collecting unemployment at the time, so the money came in handy! I didn’t know anything about business at the time and never would have thought in a million years I would be an entrepreneur!
When I started to lose weight, I started to find Elaine again! I found myself doing personal growth and self-development in the am, meditating and getting closer to the most high! I was passionate and found myself more interested in wellness, and the deeper I got, the more I fell in love with working on me!
Pandemic was ending, and I decided to not go back to work because it was my faith telling me I could do this & this could provide for my family and give me more time and freedom! So I got in the gym did workouts in the park to help others! I was so passionate about helping other people. And I still am to this day! In 2022, in Erie PA I hold the title of having the best health and wellness products!
Feb 2023, I started my own brand “Get Fine Get Fit” where I started workout step class and “Ass to the Grass” resistance training class! Then I started to share what I eat and meal plans with people! I also help others start their online business on the side! So if you are into the beauty or wellness industry and looking to scale your business, I am looking for you!
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
When I was doing things on my own way, I was definitely struggling, but when I decided to let God direct my path, it became easier, but I still struggle I try not to be too attached to people! What I mean by that is I find myself having so much faith in others to have this better life for themselves when it comes to their health, but when they decide to not commit, I would find myself upset! I learned that I can’t want it badder than they want it for themselves!
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
People know me for my consistency in workouts and taking my products daily! I am proud of the person I am becoming! I prayed to be this gym girl, the girl who worked out daily, took products, and got paid to do what I do daily that’s a part of my lifestyle!
What sets me apart is my perseverance of how life keeps hitting me, but I still get up and do what I do consistently regardless of what goes on because life is going to keep moving anyway!
Do you have recommendations for books, apps, blogs, etc?
My first book I read as an entrepreneur is Think and Grow Rich that changed my life! Podcast I would say thesocialproof, full transparencywithdonni and Divinelycrowed because that podcast believes in supporting women! Also, Erie black wall street! They are the best! I believe my business is thriving because they provide great resources, connections, and workshops! I have been invited in rooms and found great resources to help grow my business because of Erie Black Wall Street!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://shop.totallifechanges.com/Coachelaine814
- Instagram: Iamelaineyvette
- Facebook: Elaine yvette
