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5 Things You Must Do To Have More Time 

One of the most common goals my clients tell me about is that they want more time.

If you can relate, I have good news for you - if you put just one of these tips into practice, you will save hours every week:

1. Learn to say no

Saying no helps you set strong boundaries.

What do you have to say no to so that you can say yes to your goals this year?

2. Play to your strengths

With everything in life, I believe you should play to your strengths.

If you’re terrible at cleaning your house, hire a cleaning lady. If you’re not great at organising, hire a professional organiser.

3. Learn to prioritise

When you know how to prioritise, even if you only get one or two things done daily, they will always be the right things and not just busy work.

4. Set up systems

Systems save you space, time, energy, money and stress.

Meal planning is a system for organising and preparing meals. Regular computer back-up is another system to keep your computer running smoothly.

What kinds of systems can you put in place?

5. Work smarter

Group tasks so that you only do preparation ONCE. Make your client calls all at the same time. You’ll be on a roll, get through them a lot faster and save energy because you don’t have to get into phone mode more than once.

Make your work do double duty. If you type a certain type of email often, make an auto text entry and save the template. If you write a comment on a blog, expand that same comment and write a blog post of your own.

Don’t get overwhelmed - work on just one of these tips consistently until it becomes a habit and keep adding another until you have it all mastered.

Article by Marcia Francois 

MLM Training - A Highly Effective Strategy For Presenting Business or Product

As a network marketer, you are a very valuable resource when you know how to present effectively. Continue reading this MLM training article and learn about the different presenting scenarios so that you can become a valuable resource to your MLM team.

In this MLM training tip I explain WHEN you present your business versus when you invite someone to take a look at your business.

First let me give you a rule:

Until you can effectively present, you only use what is called the Inviting Formula.

My intention with this MLM training article is to introduce you to presenting concepts so that you can present when it’s best (for the prospect) for you to do so. Continue Reading »

 Seven Steps To Success

1. Take immediate action.

Write down everything you want to be different in your life from this moment on. As a guide I have listed some topics below use these if you want to but be sure to add lots of your own. Don’t rationalize just write.

• be in control of my life
• live with less stress
• not feeling guilty about saying no
• doing more of what I do want to do
• doing less of what I don’t want to do
• be better at managing my time
• feel happy and joyful
• enjoy life to the full
• make the most of opportunities
• have more confidence
• have work life balance
• have more energy
• have inner peace

2. Create the change.

To get different results you will need to think and act differently. Remember “if you do what you’ve always done you’ll get what you’ve always got”. Write down 10 ways you can be a different person today, one that will do and have the things you wrote down in your list from step 1. Examples would be: Continue Reading »

The Qualities of Skillful Leadership

If you want to be a leader who attracts quality people, the key is to become a person of quality yourself. Leadership is the ability to attract someone to the gifts, skills, and opportunities you offer as an owner, as a manager, as a parent. I call leadership the great challenge of life.

What’s important in leadership is refining your skills. All great leaders keep working on themselves until they become effective. Here are some specifics:

1) Learn to be strong but not rude.

It is an extra step you must take to become a powerful, capable leader with a wide range of reach. Some people mistake rudeness for strength. It’s not even a good substitute.

2) Learn to be kind but not weak.

We must not mistake kindness for weakness. Kindness isn’t weak. Kindness is a certain type of strength. We must be kind enough to tell somebody the truth. We must be kind enough and considerate enough to lay it on the line. We must be kind enough to tell it like it is and not deal in delusion.

3) Learn to be bold but not a bully.

It takes boldness to win the day. To build your influence, you’ve got to walk in front of your group. You’ve got to be willing to take the first arrow, tackle the first problem, discover the first sign of trouble.

4) You’ve got to learn to be humble, but not timid.

You can’t get to the high life by being timid. Some people mistake timidity for humility. Humility is almost a God-like word. A sense of awe. A sense of wonder. An awareness of the human soul and spirit. An understanding that there is something unique about the human drama versus the rest of life. Humility is a grasp of the distance between us and the stars, yet having the feeling that we’re part of the stars. So humility is a virtue; but timidity is a disease. Timidity is an affliction. It can be cured, but it is a problem.

5) Be proud but not arrogant.

It takes pride to win the day. It takes pride to build your ambition. It takes pride in community. It takes pride in cause, in accomplishment. But the key to becoming a good leader is being proud without being arrogant. In fact I believe the worst kind of arrogance is arrogance from ignorance. It’s when you don’t know that you don’t know. Now that kind of arrogance is intolerable. If someone is smart and arrogant, we can tolerate that. But if someone is ignorant and arrogant, that’s just too much to take.

6) Develop humor without folly.

That’s important for a leader. In leadership, we learn that it’s okay to be witty, but not silly. It’s okay to be fun, but not foolish.

Lastly, deal in realities. Deal in truth. Save yourself the agony. Just accept life like it is. Life is unique. Some people call it tragic, but I’d like to think it’s unique. The whole drama of life is unique. It’s fascinating. And I’ve found that the skills that work well for one leader may not work at all for another. But the fundamental skills of leadership can be adapted to work well for just about everyone: at work, in the community, and at home.

Attitude is Everything…

The process of human change begins within us. We all have tremendous potential. We all desire good results from our efforts. Most of us are willing to work hard and to pay the price that success and happiness demand.

Each of us has the ability to put our unique human potential into action and to acquire a desired result. But the one thing that determines the level of our potential, that produces the intensity of our activity, and predicts the quality of the result we receive is our attitude.

Attitude determines how much of the future we are allowed to see. It decides the size of our dreams and influences our determination when we are faced with new challenges. No other person on earth has dominion over our attitude. People can affect our attitude by teaching us poor thinking habits or unintentionally misinforming us or providing us with negative sources of influence, but no one can control our attitude unless we voluntarily surrender that control.

No one else “makes us angry.” We make ourselves angry when we surrender control of our attitude. What someone else may have done is irrelevant. We choose, not they. They merely put our attitude to a test. If we select a volatile attitude by becoming hostile, angry, jealous or suspicious, then we have failed the test. If we condemn ourselves by believing that we are unworthy, then again, we have failed the test.

If we care at all about ourselves, then we must accept full responsibility for our own feelings. We must learn to guard against those feelings that have the capacity to lead our attitude down the wrong path and to strengthen those feelings that can lead us confidently into a better future.

If we want to receive the rewards the future holds in trust for us, then we must exercise the most important choice given to us as members of the human race by maintaining total dominion over our attitude. Our attitude is an asset, a treasure of great value, which must be protected accordingly. Beware of the vandals and thieves among us who would injure our positive attitude or seek to steal it away.

Having the right attitude is one of the basics that success requires. The combination of a sound personal philosophy and a positive attitude about ourselves and the world around us gives us an inner strength and a firm resolve that influences all the other areas of our existence.

Network Marketing To Grow Your Life, Not Only Your Business

When most people first find out about Network Marketing, they’re so excited to finally be able to reach their dreams and get out of their dead end job where their boss couldn’t care less about how much they’re making and actually wish they could pay them less and less every year instead of more.

Who wouldn’t jump at the chance to make 6 figure monthly incomes? Is that ever possible with your current employer? Not a chance.

What they’re not willing to tell you at those meetings is the education that is involved with a business opportunity or home based business.

Well, you may or may not have come across what I consider to be the single most important piece of information for anyone who is looking to accept responsibility for their own life and live the lifestyle of their dreams in the Network Marketing-Home Based Business Industry. And here it is.

When Napoleon Hill was being coached by Andrew Carnegie 60 years ago, Napoleon was not exactly prepared to take on the incredible task of traveling around the country to interview all of the nation’s top business men and ask them to reveal the information which made them so successful. He feared he was not the right person to give the world the first practical philosophy on personal success due to his youth, lack of education and lack of finances.

Mr. Carnegie delivered a lecture so powerful at the very instant that it completely changed Napoleon Hill’s life from that moment forward. With it, changing the course of human history from a place of mental confusion and replacing it with mental mastery. This single explanation is responsible for the overwhelming success of Napoleon’s inspiring books and lectures the world over.

This was Mr. Carnegie response to Napoleon. “Let me call to your attention a great power which is under your control, a power which is greater than poverty, greater than the lack of education, greater than all of your fears and superstitions combined. It is the power to take possession of your own mind and direct it to whatever ends you may desire”. “This profound power”, Mr. Carnegie continued, “is the gift of the Creator and it must have been considered the greatest of all his gifts to man because it is the only thing over which man has the complete and unchallengeable right of control and direction . When you speak of your poverty and lack of education, you are simply directing your mind power to attract these undesirable circumstances. Because it is true that whatever your mind feeds upon, your mind attracts to you. Now you see why it is important that you recognize that all success begins with definiteness of purpose with a clear picture in your mind of precisely what you want from life”.

Then Mr. Carnegie continued his speech with a description of a great universal truth which made such a impact on Napoleon’s mind that he begin then and there to give himself a new outlook on life and set up for himself a goal so far above his previous achievements that it shocked his friends and relatives when they heard about it. Sound familiar?

“Everyone comes to this earth plane blessed with the privilege of controlling his mind power and directing it to whatever ends he may choose. But everyone brings over with him at birth the equivalent of two sealed envelopes. One of which is clearly labeled The Riches You May Enjoy If You Take Possession Of Your Own Mind And Direct It To Ends Of Your Choice and the other is labeled The Penalties You Must Pay If You Neglect To Take Possession Of Your Mind And Direct It.”

Now let me reveal to you to contents of those two sealed envelopes.

In the one labeled riches is this list of blessings:

1. Sound Health

2. Peace Of Mind

3. A Labor Of Love Of Your Own Choice

4. Freedom From Fear and Worry

5. A Positive Mental Attitude

6. Material Riches Of Your Own Choice And Quantity

In the sealed envelope labeled penalties is this list of the prices one must pay for neglecting to take possession of your own mind

1. ill Health

2. Fear and Worry

3. Indecision and Doubt

4. Frustration and Discouragement Throughout Life

5. Poverty and Want

6. A Whole Flock Of Evils Consisting of Envy,Greed,Jealousy, Anger,Hatred and Superstition

Napoleon Hill’s goal was to deliver this message to as many people as he could. There is no greater decision in your life then the one you are faced with right at this moment. You can choose to do this exercise or you can choose not to. This results will clearly be determined in whatever form your life takes from this moment on.

His advice is as follows:

1. Write down a clear description of your major desire in life. The one circumstance or position or thing in which you’d be willing to accept as your idea of success. And remember before you begin writing that your only limitations are only those which you set up in your own mind or permit others to set up for you.

2. On a second page write down a clear statement of precisely what you intend to give in return for that which you desire from life. Then start in right where you stand now to begin giving.

3. Memorize both your statements, what you desire and what you intend to give in return for it and repeat them at least 12 times daily and always end your statements with this expression of gratitude for the blessing with which your were given at birth

“Oh Divine Providence, I ask not for more riches, but more wisdom with which to make wiser use of the riches you gave me at birth consisting in the power to control and direct my own mind to whatever ends I desire”.-Napolean Hill

10 Powerful Prospecting Tips For Your Network Marketing Business

Networking has been a fascinating business avenue these days of rapid globalization and cross country businesses. An effective network marketer should learn the art of contacting people and exposing them to their information. Remember the importance of  letting your tools do the selling for you. The following are tips for powerful prospecting.

1. Build a rock solid belief in network marketing, your company, and yourself.

2. Prospect from a mental position of prosperity and abundance…and convey this position to your prospect in the first 5-10 seconds on the phone.

3. Never chase people or attempt to convince people. Million dollar leaders don’t need any one specific individual to build an empire.

4. Convince yourself that you are offering people the best opportunity in the world…and then convey that to them in a powerful and dramatic way.

5. Don’t continue to prospect family and friends that have given you a firm no answer unless you are willing to jeopardize your relationships. Ask them to be customers and give you referrals instead.

6. Always keep at least 300-500 names on your prospect list.

7. Use lists of people in which you have some kind of connection and credibility.

8. Only use the phone to set up appointments. Nothing will ever replace the emotional connection created face to face in a one on one. Network marketing is driven by relationships, and if you don’t create them in the beginning, your business becomes a commodity, and commodity’s are vulnerable.

9. Use proven, tested, and prepared scripts when you are booking appointments by phone, and learn delivery techniques that are used by the pros. Million-dollar leaders are risk adverse and don’t leave anything to chance.

10. Learn the secrets that professional performers use to build fortunes, and follow them to the letter. 90% percent of prospecting is a mental game and you need to have the right tools to play in the big leagues.

This article was written by my friend and business partner Jordan Adler. When I first read it almost two years ago, it literally caused me to well up as I could completely identify with Jordan’s words.

We’ve all experienced the struggles to some degree.

This folks, is why we do the things we do and make the sacrifices necessary to succeed in our industry. Enjoy!

Being An Entrepreneur

Being an Entrepreneur is tough but it has great rewards. Successful entrepreneurs call their own shots. They can make as much money as they want to. They can work as much or as little as they want to.

They get to exercise their creativity. They can work alone or with a team. They get to create their future . . .

As an Entrepreneur, I have been able to do things that 17 years in Corporate America wouldn’t afford me. I have traveled the world in private jets. I’ve eaten at the finest restaurants where each person dropped $500 per plate. I have friends in all 50 states and many around the world.

I’ve rented private yachts and cruised the canals in Amsterdam with over 50 people. I’ve stayed in Castles in Scotland, Drank beer in the pubs in Ireland and took a tour of Iceland.

Being an Entrepreneur has allowed me to live my dream life in the Mountains of Arizona where the air is mountain fresh and the hummingbirds buzz around my deck in the morning as I drink coffee as the cool morning breezes blow in from the valley.

Being an Entrepreneur is great. Its really great. But its also got some challenges and a price tag. Its a small price in retrospect, but when you are paying for it can be overwhelming.

Sometimes, in fact, many times, you question whether its worth it. Wondering whether you can pay the bills next month. Taking calculated risks knowing that things might not go in your favor. Risking bankruptcy. Losing some friendships (and even family) that never quite understand you. Losing Sleep. Stressing out. Wondering. Imagining. Creating.

It takes very special and rare qualities to succeed as an Entrepreneur. You do it even though you know some don’t make it. You do it knowing that you might not make it.

But you do it anyway, because you want the freedom it can give you. You want to control your destiny. You want pride of ownership. You want to be recognized. You don’t want to be told what to do. You want to make a difference.

Jordan Adler

Jordan just released his first book entitled ‘Beach Money‘ on March 9, which was his 50th birthday.

If you’re looking for some inspiration, as well as the road map to success in our industry that we teach to our team, head on over to amazon, and pick up a copy. 100% of the profits from the book are going to charity. I assure you there will be tons of nuggets you can cling on to throughout your read.

Please comment on the article above if you feel inspired or even Jordan’s book if you already had a chance to pick up your copy.

Wishing You All The Success I Know You Deserve!

Todd Schager

MLM Success Secrets - Choosing The Right Business

Choosing the right mlm business can be a daunting task for some people. Especially for those who are starting their own business for the first time. This industry has been around for many years and made many people very rich. While the effort you put into a business of your own is most certainly what you will get out of it, you must be sure you are making the right decision to get involved with starting a business. With so many opportunities available how can you be sure you are choosing the right business?

Choosing the right mlm business is crucial to your success. Over 92% of mlm business owners fail every year for many different reasons. A big reason is that most people get involved expecting to make big money right away and never see stick around long enough to see the results. Another reason is because there are a lot of companies that never make it off the ground and close their doors leaving you with nothing. The following mlm secrets of success guide will help you be a part of the 8% of individuals who do make it in the mlm business world and become a part of the top 1% of money earners in the United States.

1. What Are You Passionate About?
When thinking about getting involved with an mlm business think of something you are passionate about. This will help you in the long run, if you are passionate about a product or service, it’s easy to be passionate about your business and it will be hard to get discouraged by any negativity that may be around you. If you truly believe in what you are marketing, your passion will shine through, others will notice and the results of your efforts will be reflected tremendously.

2. Evaluate Leadership
Leadership is one of the biggest mlm secrets of success. Look at the credibility of the owners of an mlm company before getting involved. When choosing the right mlm business, consider the length of time the company has been incorporated, if it’s only been around a couple of years, understand that a lot of mlm companies are unsuccessful in the first 3-4 years. If the owners have a proven track record there is a good chance you are getting involved with a legitimate opportunity and you can rest assured the company will be around for years to come. Continue Reading »

MLM Training -The Network Marketing Leadership Paradigm Shift, Have You Experienced it?

“You can have anything you want in life if you help enough other people get what they want”

However over the years at numerous training seminars I have asked these distributors to write down the name of their top 3 team members. After they have completed this task, I ask them to write down the specific TOP 3 REASONS these people are building a business.

The response is always the same, they look like a deer starring into headlights!

Everyone understands the truth in Mr. Ziglar’s quote, but very few actually take the quote to heart and live and work daily with the goal to help others get what they want. Those that do take this task to heart become sought after, recognized leaders within their particular companies.

Why don’t more network marketers experience what I call the Leadership Paradigm shift? Continue Reading »