Jonas & Robert of Oriflame

Behind every big company name there is a story. A story of people who made their dreams come true. Through willpower and commitment, through ingenuity and creativity, through inspiration and leadership. This is a story of Oriflame. A story about Jonas and Robert af Jochnick – two brothers who followed their dream. Today Oriflame is a Social Selling Beauty Company present in 60 markets across the world. But that was not always the case. Follow this podcast to learn about our humble beginnings – and reflect on the past with Robert af Jochnick himself, whose exclusive recollections are featured here! Discover why he and Jonas quit high-paying jobs to start selling hand cream at home parties. How the brother never-give-up spirit allowed them to overcome every obstacle. Where our culture comes from and how does it help push through any crisis and come out even stronger. What does the word "Oriflame" mean and how we became the first Swedish company on London Stock Exchange – all of this and more in Jonas & Robert of Oriflame!

Episode 17: Legacy 07/12/2020

Episode 17: Legacy Oriflame was always closely tied to af Jochnick name. Many family members helped Jonas and Robert to start their business – and now there is a new generation to carry the torch. In this final episode you will learn how Jonas and Robert's children contribute to the business, what inspires and motivates them. You will also hear Robert's personal reflections about this long journey and the future of Oriflame. So, get ready to dive into the final part of Jonas & Robert of Oriflame! /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/15057389

Episode 16: Life Lessons 07/08/2020

Episode 16: Life Lessons Jonas and Robert made their dream come true. They created their own company, they perservered despite all challenges and obstacles, they gave purpose and meaning to many people all over the world. But is there something they would like to accomplish? What are their plans – and what responsibility do these plans place upon their shoulders? /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/15057266

Episode 15: Big hearts 07/05/2020

Episode 15: Big hearts While Oriflame has been one of the major projects in Robert and Jonas's lives, it wasn't the only one. The brothers' commitments stretch across many ventures, many of them being various charities and foundations. In this episode, learn more about Jonas's big project – Medicover; brothers' involvement into World Childhood Foundation and other opportunities that help make this world a better place. /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/15057248

Episode 14: Centers of positive energy 07/01/2020

Episode 14: Centers of positive energy A business is only as good as its leaders. People need some guiding light, a beacon to show them the way. A leader is needed when everything is going great – and especially in times of turmoil. Jonas and Robert are true leaders – but they posess a very special type of charisma. In this chapter, get insight into their style of leadership, how they make decisions – and most importantly, how they inspire people. /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/15049559

Episode 13: Ethics & Principles 06/28/2020

Episode 13: Ethics & Principles When Jonas and Robert envisioned Oriflame, they knew their business must benefit everyone. Change lives for the better. Oriflame should do no harm – either to its employees, consultants or customers. And so af Jochnick brothers created a company with strong moral compass in mind and a strict ethical code to guide them through diffucult decisions. In this chapter learn how strong ethics can help a company survive – and ignite people's spirit to push for new heights and achievements. /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14994584

Episode 12: Culture is everything 06/25/2020

Episode 12: Culture is everything Strong culture is what puts great companies above the rest. An idea that will ignite people's hearts, values that would drive them forward, aspirations that will set the goals for the future. Does Oriflame meet these criteria? In this episode, learn how Jonas and Robert created the culture of their company, and what pillars are at its core. /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14949110

Episode 11: Welcome home 06/21/2020

Episode 11: Welcome home Oriflame marks its 40th anniversary – and it's time to reflect about the past mistakes and successes, but also make plans for the future. To mark a new era of Oriflame, Jonas and Robert move the main office from Brussels to Stockholm – a place of their birth. How will it change the company – and how will Sweden greet Oriflamians? /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14841698

Episode 10: Silk Road 06/17/2020

Episode 10: Silk Road For many years Chinese market was out of reach for Jonas and Robert. While the brothers recognised its potential, strict government rules and other challenges prevented Oriflame from selling there. However, many Chinese people felt the need for a strong business opportunity. And thus in 2007 Oriflame finally entered China. What did it cost in the end and were the struggles worth the effort? /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14826680

Episode 9: Stock market struggles 06/15/2020

Episode 9: Stock market struggles Amidst the crisis in Russia, Jonas and Robert decide to do the unprecedented. Oriflame leaves London Stock Exchange to be featured in Stockholm Stock Exchange instead. Local press explodes with praises and optimism towards the company, but what will happen after this honeymoon ends? In this chapter, discover how financial struggles affected Oriflame's price on the stock market, what challenges it created – and how Jonas and Robert faced these troublesome times. /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14767574

Episode 8: Wins and losses 06/11/2020

Episode 8: Wins and losses Invigorated by their accomplishments in Russia, Jonas and Robert continue to expand. Oriflame enters Portugal and later becomes the first direct-selling company in India. But a new crisis is looming on horizon, as Russia's economy collapses. Has Oriflame become too dependent on one region, and what will it take for the company to recover from this blow? /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14739518

Episode 7: Times of great change 06/08/2020

Episode 7: Times of great change The year is 1991. The Berlin wall has fallen, and soon after the Soviet Union followed. New markets open where this communist colossus once stood, while new business opportunities arise. And if we know anything about af Jochnick brothers, is that they are not the ones to let an opportunity pass by. So, Jonas returns to Oriflame and together with Robert they bring the company to Russia and CIS markets. What will they find there? Failure... or overwhelming success? /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14696594

Episode 6: A journey East 06/04/2020

Episode 6: A journey East After many struggles with jewlery and retail side-projects, Oriflame returns to its core identity and the roots in cosmetics business. And thus it's time to expand once again. Where will Jonas and Robert take their business next? In this chapter: discover how Oriflame built its presence in Indonesia, Thailand and Philippines – and what became of these ventures. /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14680802

Episode 5: Stray paths to victory 06/01/2020

Episode 5: Stray paths to victory Oriflame has passed through the times of great calamity – and not only survived but became even stronger. Jonas and Robert celebrate a huge milestone in their careers – introducing Oriflame to London Stock Exchange. Amidst this process the company starts to diversify and engage in new business ventures, like jewelry and retail. But is this a right strategy for the new times? /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14601233

Episode 4: Reconstruction 05/28/2020

Episode 4: Reconstruction Jonas and Robert face a major crisis. While successfully expanding to new markets, trouble is brewing at home. In Sweden politicians are waging war on direct-selling industry – and now it affects Oriflame as well. What will the brothers have to sacrifice to survive these difficult times? How will Oriflame meet its 10-year anniversary? Find out in Episode 4 of "Robert & Jonas of Oriflame"! /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14570540

Episode 3: Expansion 05/25/2020

Episode 3: Expansion Oriflame has established a solid foothold in the Swedish market, thanks to Jonas and Robert's unique approach to management. Now it's time to expand to other markets and bring Oriflame business opportunity to new places. But with new grounds covered new challenges also arise. How to handle bigger organisational structure? Where to find new investors? Learn how the brothers solved these – and many other – problems! /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14478932

Episode 2: Selling dreams 05/21/2020

Episode 2: Selling dreams How to launch a successful business, you might ask? Well, the product must be good. You need to have great people, a solid business plan. All of this is true, but there is a much more important ingredient in this mix idea. Idea that would inspire people and make them follow you. In this chapter you will discover what was the brothers' idea, how did Jonas and Robert attract the best people to their cause and what great products they've created. /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14478911

Episode 1: Business in their blood 05/18/2020

Episode 1: Business in their blood When people say Jonas and Robert together with their friend started Oriflame from scratch – they are correct, but there is more to that statement. For entrepreneurial spirit runs in their family. And it's precisely the challenges their family member encountered that drove Jonas and Robert to create their own company. So, strap in and get ready to learn how Oriflame got this name, how many times the brothers’ tried to start their own business and why it's important to believe in people. /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14418791

Trailer 05/13/2020

Trailer Robert af Jochnick introduces our podcast/audiobook - Jonas & Robert of Oriflame. Written by Bjorn Edsta, the book explores the history of one of the biggest direct-selling companies in the world. Stay tuned to future episodes to learn about our beginnings, the brother's never-give-up attitude, their ingenuity and resolve in front of many hardships – and be inspired by Jonas and Robert's entrepreneural spirit and desire to help people fulfil their dreams. /episode/index/show/oriflame/id/14399861

Jonas & Robert of Oriflame

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