Change can happen but you have to be ACTIVE to make real change. The old stories continually play in our minds, our hearts and our lives. The ideas and the meaning we make up for past events can color present and future events. They can cloud our decisions and hinder our progress. Barack Obama titled his book the “Audacity of Hope.” I believe that it takes audacity to make real change, especially the types of change we desperately need now. And that audacity inherently leads us to action. Seth Godin’s  book, “Tribes” is a great inspiration for all of us who have danced around the idea of being a leader, but never fully embraced what that would really mean; mostly out of fear. Seth says, “The idea that wins is the one with the most fearless heretic behind it.” WOW. That is a good swift kick in the pants. How many times have we whined about having great ideas that never go anywhere? How many times have we seen others take our ideas and run with them? How many times have we sat idly by, following what another thought was a good idea.

So in order to lead with new ideas, ideas that the world is craving, we must be audacious, heretical and inventive. But mostly we must be fearless. We must drown out the old story and actively replace it, sometimes moment to moment, with a new one! And that new story must be compelling, and innovative and emotional and applicable in order for us to believe it, and state it, and then to live it with passion. I am aware of my fears. They might be different from yours, but I bet they aren’t too different. For me, I’m just sick and tired of fighting with them. I wrestle with them until I am too exhausted to do anything anyway. Enough.

It’s time to make a new story. All the pain that we associate to doing the thing we fear most is now, in my mind, going to be associated to the very idea of NOT moving forward, changing or leading. No more hiding – hiding is now unsafe – embracing the thing, the people, or the change is safer! I have the audacity inside of me – it is time to give it the action it deserves.

Afraid to fail? Now failure is what you crave – because failure is absolutely necessary to succeed and the more you fail the closer you are to success.
Afraid to succeed? Now success is the only option, not giving it your whole, is like basting your soul over an open flame, until it is burnt and black.
Afraid to stand up? Now sitting or lying down is so painful that your very joints will ache, by standing (both figuratively and literally) you enliven your whole being.
Afraid of People? Now people are your passion, serving them your life, adding to their world your destiny. To shy away and not connect is so painful, so lonely, so dark and cold, that you can never choose it again.
Afraid of Heights? Now to soar through the air, to climb high, to scale the highest peak is like breathing – necessary to life. To stay low and flat is the same as being buried alive.

What are you afraid of?  Change the meaning. Create a new story. Imagine it, embellish it. Write it down. Make it big! Then with audacity, with action, with passion embrace it with every ounce of your being. Because this world is so very ready for your ideas! They are demanding them, now!

Stop getting so good at following, begin learning how to lead. Start by drowning the old story and becoming a heretic – and a fearless leader!

What are your ideas???

 

To Your Success,

 

 

 

 

 

My Free Gift To You……

Generation Y. They have lots of labels. And many of them are anti-label, so be careful how you use them. The Millennials . The Echo Boom. The Mega Generation.

Whatever name you choose to call them, get ready because they are sharp. They are re-defining the “rules” and are going to find their place on their own terms. They communicate well and have a short attention span (not necessarily a bad thing). Smart companies are clamoring to figure out how to market to them. And, they are looking for something off the beaten path.

As a parent, you might be shaking your head. As a business person, you should be learning all you can about this group. Educate yourself and you’ll stop shaking your head once you begin to understand this talented group who are everybody’s future.

They are …..

- More afraid of being stuck at a desk for 45 years than taking the “risk” on a business of their own. In fact, they are being hailed as the most entrepreneurial generation yet

- Well connected to their high school and college friends. They are great communicators and use technology to deliver their message to the masses in seconds

- Not afraid of technology and, in fact, require it. They much prefer text messaging over email.

- Are socially conscious and responsible; show them more than the money; show them a cause and a way to make a difference

- Interested in self development; mentoring and love diversity

- Spontaneous and quick decision makers. Don’t make a plan with them for next month; send them a text a few hours before and event and they’ll show up

- Aware that we live in uncertain times and they aren’t waiting around for next year; next week or anything. Show them results now!

Where have they been all of my life?

And, what can we, as network marketers learn from this hip, trendy, “right now” group that is poised to join our ranks in droves? More than you might imagine so sit down; listen up and let yourself be schooled on a few things that can transform your business.

Gen Y, and specifically the current age group from 18-30 are calling their own shots and moving to their own beat. They resist many of the “old school” notions that their parents grew up with such as  “Go to college;  Get a job;  Work hard;  retire in 45 years and then start living!” As a parent, this may be hard for you to accept, but let’s face it. This concept is not working especially well for the masses.

Gen Y is looking for more. That doesn’t mean that they don’t or won’t go to college,  but corporate America holds no interest for a large majority of this group. They watched the Enron/WorldCom and other corporate scandals. They have lived through their parent’s downsizing; layoffs and constant stress around a job and money.

Why settle for this when, for a very low investment and a little technical knowledge about the Internet, one can start a virtual business that operates worldwide 24/7? No boss, no alarm clock, no suits. Oh, tattoos, flip-flops and a little body piercing aren’t going to ruffle any feathers!

They are looking for more than a paycheck. They aren’t afraid of working, but why shouldn’t work be fun? And why shouldn’t their friends be part of it? And what is the point of an office, anyway? Why not work from anywhere?

The large majority of Gen Y is still in touch with their high school and college friends thanks to social networks online such as FaceBook and Twitter. Text Messaging  helps as well.

They can spread the word about any new venture they might find fun, appealing and profitable in a matter of minutes. When was the last time that happened in your network ?

Gen Y considers technology their third arm. This means that the local Starbuck’s can actually be superior than a home office or a cubicle somewhere. With internet access and a Facebook Page, they are open for business. We could all benefit from the portable office concept. After all, how many times have you been interrupted by well meaning friends and family members who think that because you work from home, you are accessible at any hour?

You can  personally utilize your  Starbucks office at least twice a week for serious focus time and to get away from email; laundry; the phone and doorbell. Give it a try and see if you don’t get a lot more accomplished.

Because they are such a socially conscious and responsible generation, be prepared to show more than just the money. They demand eco-friendly products; companies with a mission and something that creates fun and lifestyle. Show them something simple; something to get passionate about; something fun that will create an income that allows them to enjoy life now and not wait for retirement. Then, get out of the way.

Spend some time learning what the values are of Gen Y and why these things matter to them. Understand their values, then link your opportunity to their values and you have a home run.

Gen Y has been a very experimental group and love diversity. Where generations before them stuck to the mainstream and didn’t want to be “different”, this generation is about being unique and accepting others at face value without worrying about everyone being little clones. They are very individual and aren’t interested in “duplicable systems” as much as they want proven principles. Being “indie” is widely accepted and valued.

So, what does this mean for you and your network marketing business?

If the Fortune 500 companies are paying attention, you should be, too.

One or two Gen Y leaders in your business might change your business attitude as well. Let me explain.

First of all, they are smart and creative. Give them the business basics and then turn them loose to build their own network. Don’t even think about the Tuesday night local meeting. Ain’t gonna happen.

Don’t overload them with emails (which they rarely check) and don’t try to conform them into traditional network marketing concepts such as “make a list.” They have a list and it resides at social networking sites like Twitter, FaceBook or Skype  and they already know how to approach that list.

Don’t worry if they don’t need you for 3 way calls; showing the plan; or motivating their group. It’s nothing personal. They have it wired already.

Where are you going to find this target market? Well, not on your list, most likely; nor through ads or mall walking. Your best bet is to tap into the power of technology and get yourself a Facebook profile and begin to network. Don’t go in blasting your opportunity, but instead take a sincere interest in building relationships and getting to know this intriguing group.

They know how to check you out and check your business out as well. Most likely, they’ll let you know that they have an interest. Keep is simple and say very little. They will find what they need to know online and might even sign up without so much as an email or phone conversation.

Relax, have some fun and “Chillax.”  Embrace this new way of having fun and building a business. This could be the best thing that ever happened to you, your business and Network Marketing as a whole.

I don’t know about you, but I’m off to meet some new friends on Facebook. I hope to see you there. This is one trend you don’t want to miss.

 

To Your Success,

 

 

 

My Free Gift for You…..

 

 

In network marketing, you are in the business of change.

There are  2 things that are the actual SEEDS of change, and need to be planted every phone call, every email, every conversation, and every communication.

Every plant that grew to 20 feet tall started with seeds.

Every garden started with seeds.

Every forest started with seeds.

Every field started with seeds.

Every orchard started with seeds.

Every animal started with seeds.

You and I had to have a seed to be conceived.

And in MLM, change has to have seeds to be planted as well in people’s minds and hearts!

The MLM Millionaire.

Every millionaire in this Network Marketing industry has figured that out. But you must also know in success what the seeds of change are.

If change were an apple, and you cut it in half, you would see the CORE.

And at the core of the apple, are SEEDS.

They are the seeds of HOPE and POSSIBILITIES.

Those two things are the seeds that you plant in people’s minds and heart when recruiting. You deposit the HOPE of an incredible future, and the POSSIBILITY of it happening with you and your company.

SEED stands for:

“Success Exponentially Empowering Deposit”.

So what kind of training seeds can you plant as a network marketer?  The content that you spread all across the internet is what will bring the seeds sown into the harvest of your choice depending on your true motives. The content that you put out on your blogs, videos, podcast, and social marketing sites are the seeds that you need to sow on a regular basis in order to reap your true harvest.

Plant those seeds and you will grow quite a bountiful harvest in your MLM and Network Marketing paycheck..

To Your Success,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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