With a afción to help people realize their dreams, Dexter and Birdie Yager understand that the greatest reward is seeing others succeed. A humble origins Long before reaching the amazing milestone of 65 Crown Ambassador Founder FAA (Achievement Awards Founder), Dexter and Birdie were a young couple who lived in Rome, New York. "It was a full of people with good values small industrial town, but there were few opportunities," says Birdie. "Coming from where we came, there was no way to imagine anything like what we have today". At that time, Dexter worked as a representative of a brewery, and dreamed of having something else. "All my life I believed I was going to succeed and become someone," says Dexter. "I was sick of being sick." When …show more content…
Growing up, three of his sons - Doyle, Jeff and Steve - business viewed as more than just a daily basis to help their parents, and as something that wanted to participate more. fascinating-the-history-of-dexter-yager-and-his-family-in-amway-mini"I always wanted to do what my dad did: helping people," says Jeff. "I saw the changes in the lives of people, and wanted to be able to do some of the same things he had done for others." Meanwhile, Dexter and Birdie were delighted that their children join them propose. "They climbed quickly through the levels and learned to do everything as acquired enough experience to do so," says Birdie. Doyle, Jeff and Steve are continuing the legacy of their parents today while helping to grow the business. The boys say that Dexter and Birdie were the best mentors who could wish for. "We taught many basics, like how to treat people," says Steve. "That the best way to earn respect is to show for others, and that all must be respected. Be honest, do everything with integrity. The things I learned from them were recorded me, and I think about them every day. …show more content…
After Dexter suffered a stroke in 1986, he fought hard to recover. Children of Yager know that personality and attitude of his father was part of what helped him return. "Things really did successful in business and in life also helped her out of that situation," says Doyle. "When you hear talk about the mind overrides the body, it is true. Everything was due to his attitude and perseverance to overcome that challenge. " Dexter and Birdie believe that no matter what your children decide to do in the future, it is important for them to always remember to take time to help others. "We are proud of our children who are involved in the Amway business and continue what we started, helping thousands of people around the world to improve their lives," says Birdie. "And they are pursuing their own dreams and making a difference in the lives of people otherwise." Do not let anyone steal your dreams When you ask what the main success factors are, Dexter and Birdie are always quick to emphasize the importance of knowing what your dream and never give up . "Get a big dream, and not let anyone rob you" Dexter says. "And do not settle for reading about successful people. Associate yourself with people you admire most, and stay close.