Ep. 23 | Inside the World of an MLM: A Chat with a Former Optavia Coach in the Top 2% | "Jane" Spills the Tea

On this week's episode of the Call Cheryl HUN Podcast, we're joined by Jane, a former Optavia coach who was in the top 2% of the company. Jane shares her knowledge and experiences with the company, including the manipulative tactics used to recruit and retain coaches. We discuss the financial burden of being a coach, and how the company's emphasis on rapid weight loss can be harmful to both coaches and customers. Tune in for an revealing conversation that uncovers the secrets of a top MLM leader.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Jane's experience with Optavia, from joining the company to leaving
• The manipulative tactics used to recruit and retain coaches
• The financial burden of being an Optavia coach
• The company's emphasis on rapid weight loss and how it can be harmful to both coaches and customers

Jane also shares her advice for people who are considering joining an MLM, and for people who are already involved in an MLM and are looking to get out.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who is interested in learning more about the world of MLMs. Jane's insights are both eye-opening and thought-provoking, and she provides a valuable perspective on the dangers of these companies.

⛔️TRIGGER WARNING ⛔️ We do talk about disordered eating, eating disorders, hints toward orthorexia, and mental health. If this is triggering to you please skip this episode, reach out to a professional (if you have not done so), and take care of yourself.

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For a deep dive on Optavia go follow Brittany Morgan and Briannah Jewel:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachbrittanymorgon/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@briannahjewel
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briannah.jewel/

Non Diet Fitness accounts Instagram:

• https://www.instagram.com/healthy_with_kelsey/
• https://www.instagram.com/laurenleavellfitness/
• https://www.instagram.com/bodyposibarre/

Anti-MLM YouTube:

• https://youtube.com/@briannahjewel
• https://youtube.com/@dietitiankat
• https://youtube.com/@DeannaMims6
• https://www.youtube.com/@sayhellotodeecee
• https://www.youtube.com/@aimeeure1
• https://www.youtube.com/@amberny5424

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Resources:

• BITE MODEL: ⁠https://freedomofmind.com⁠
• Do you see someone that’s with an MLM making a false claim? Report here: ⁠https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/⁠ Or go to: ⁠https://www.truthinadvertising.org⁠.
• Not in the US? Information here: ⁠https://www.ftc.gov/policy/international/competition-consumer-protection-authorities-worldwide⁠
• National Eating Disorders Association: ⁠https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/help-support/contact-helpline⁠
• Find Therapists and Psychologists: ⁠https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists⁠
• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Hours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish
• National Institute of Mental Health: ⁠https://ww...