Find YOUR opportunity!

How many of up are “looking for our next job”? Help wanted section, craigslist, linkedin, facebook. What ever. WHAT IF you CREATED your own job. Lived life on YOUR own terms?

Go find a product and company you love in direct sales. Get behind it. Give it your all. Network marketing people! It is a brilliant business model that could be just what YOU are looking for! Think outside of the box and go get ’em!

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things...Well, Books To Set Your Business on Fire!

Hello network marketers! I had to use the Sound of Music in my title being a singer and all, but I thought I would share with you some of my go to books for network marketing that have really made me excited about our profession.

You are your own boss and CEO of your business. "What?", you many be saying, "little old me?". Yes YOU! Wow! Business owner and CEO. Yup. Now it is time to think like one. 90% of your business is between your ears. To keep your mindset focused on your goals and dreams, learning is essential. The books I listed below are written, in my opinion, by visionaries. They provide nuggets of information that will make your business explode.

Drum roll please, here are my top picks for books to get your business on fire!

10. The Happiness Advantage, by Shawn Achor

9. The Four Year Career, by Richard Bliss Brooke

8. Rock Your Network Marketing Business, by Sarah Robbins

7. See You At the Top, by Zig Ziglar

6. Go For No!, by Richard Fenton and Andrea Waltz

5. How to Win Friends and Influence People, Dale Carnegie

4. The Spontaneous Fulfillment of Desire, Deepak Chopra

3. Failing Forward, John C. Maxwell

2. Raising A Giant, Robert Crisp

1. Top Earner MLM Recruiting Secrets, Ray and Jessica Higdon

So there you have it! I hope you enjoy these books and feel inspired to become all you can be. 

Go get 'em network marketers! 

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things...Well, Books To Set Your Business on Fire!

Hello network marketers! I had to use the Sound of Music in my title being a singer and all, but I thought I would share with you some of my go to books for network marketing that have really made me excited about our profession. 

You are your own boss and CEO of your business. "What?", you many be saying, "little old me?". Yes YOU! Wow! Business owner and CEO. Yup. Now it is time to think like one. 90% of your business is between your ears. To keep your mindset focused on your goals and dreams, learning is essential. The books I listed below are written, in my opinion, by visionaries. They provide nuggets of information that will make your business explode.

Drum roll please, here are my top picks for books to get your business on fire!

10. The Happiness Advantage, by Shawn Achor

9. The Four Year Career, by Richard Bliss Brooke

8. Rock Your Network Marketing Business, by Sarah Robbins

7. See You At the Top, by Zig Ziglar

6. Go For No!, by Richard Fenton and Andrea Waltz

5. How to Win Friends and Influence People, Dale Carnegie

4. The Spontaneous Fulfillment of Desire, Deepak Chopra

3. Failing Forward, John C. Maxwell

2. Raising A Giant, Robert Crisp

1. Top Earner MLM Recruiting Secrets, Ray and Jessica Higdon

So there you have it! I hope you enjoy these books and feel inspired to become all you can be. 

Go get 'em network marketers! 

Don't Become a Secret Agent in Your Business

Let's talk about your business and you. I am going to ask you a question and I want you to answer it honestly. When it comes to your network marketing business, do you share freely, or are you a secret agent and feel shy to share? So what was your answer? Sharer, or secret agent?

If you answered yes to being a secret agent, then no one knows what you do! What is holding you back from having the business of your dreams? Let's delve into some common reasons why.

1. Fear of not being liked. This is a tough one to admit. Are you afraid people won't like you if they hear about your decision to join your company? The tougher question is why? Why would people not like you? And if they decide they don't because of this business, then were they good friends in the first place? Stick to your guns and believe in yourself and the decision to pursue your network marketing opportunity.
2. Fear of failure. Are you worried that you are going to fail? The only people that fail at this are people who quit and people who don't open their mouths. Your company should have training and mentors for you to access. Follow what they say, follow the system and work hard. You will be surprised what happens!
3. Fear of success. Are you afraid of what will happen if you succeed? Why? How would you like to see your life in 5 years? Network marketing can be a vehicle to get you there! When you get to the top, the reward will be so sweet.
4. Fear of rejection. Are you worried people are going to say no to you? Well, many are! But you are looking for the ones who will say YES. Every no brings you closer to yes. Just because someone says no, it does not mean they are rejecting you. They are rejecting what you offered them. Many times people change their minds! You would be surprised.

Let's get down to it. Why did you join your company? There must have been a pressing reason. Was it to have more time with family, or to start a side income to leave that job you hate? Was it to start a next egg or pay for college? Was it to help with the bills? What was your why?

Ponder this. When you make a decision to purchase a car, do you ask for the approval of friends and family? No! Are your friends and family paying your bills or saving money for you? No! So why are you putting so much importance on their acceptance of your business and your decision to do it?

99% of this business is between your ears. What you tell yourself is very important. Be proud of your business, be confident, and be postured. It goes a long way and people will sense it. So take off your secret agent glasses and hat and go get 'em!

I wish you success in your business.

Rachael Gorbutt

Snow Days with Your Kids and Maximizing Your Business

In the news this week is the prediction of a storm that could blanket the east coast. We have hardly had a flake this winter and the weather has been balmy. It has been very bizarre. The thought of any accumulation makes my children giggle and chortle with glee. For me? Not so much. I don't know about you, but the thought of being stuck in the house with my kids, while fun for a while, gives me anxiety. Pass the wine please.

When it comes to entertaining children and being stuck inside, which can be a challenge, snow days really are a boon for our network marketing businesses. Why? Rachael, are you crazy? Well, yes, I am, and my husband would confirm that, BUT, think about what everyone else is doing on a snow day! NOTHING! They are cooped up their houses bored, watching TV and checking the internet. They are also HOME. 

Why not maximize this opportunity! Here you have a captive audience who is searching for something to do and be interested in. Fill that void for them by putting up fun and engaging posts on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Conduct a virtual business opportunity meeting with Periscope and invite people to attend virtually for that snowy evening. This is also a great time to use spare moments to make phone calls. Is there someone you have been playing phone tag with? Is there someone you never have time to call because your schedules don't match up? They match up today!

So let's make snowy lemonade out those snow day lemons. Leverage your business and have fun with your kids.  

And you know what? You are an angel because you are a mom doing her very best. This is true today and every day. Remember that! Now go make a snow angel. 

Here's How To Talk About Your Business Without Bugging Your Family and Friends

Congratulations! You have joined a network marketing company. A common problem many newbies experience when they start is that they don’t want to bug their friends and family with their new business venture. This is very understandable, but an objection that is easy to remedy. So how do you avoid this? One common mistake that newbies make when they first get started is they “verbally vomit” on anyone who comes into their path. The opportunity and the products they offer dominate their conversations with people. This can become tiresome, annoying and just rude. When having conversations with others, carefully and thoughtfully insert your new company into the conversation. When people hear your excitement in your newest venture, many will want to hear more. Read their body language and listen to what they say. Are they interested in learning more? If they are, great. Get their contact information and set a date and time to discuss your company and services further. The worst thing you can do is corner someone at a party and talk her ear off. I actually know someone who was corned in a coat closet while someone was “sharing” her opportunity! What was this woman thinking? She certainly was not going to get a new client or consultant this way. This person wanted to run away but couldn’t!

Some people will not be interested in your company and its opportunity. Don’t take it personally. Remember, many people who say “no” are really telling you “not right now”. It can take between 8-12 touches before a person buys or joins your team.

Here are some ideas on how to spread the word you are now open for business in a non threatening way.

1. Post a facebook announcement about your big news! You have signed up as a consultant and you are so excited! Put a link to your website for friends and family to find out more.
2. Host a business launch. You are officially open for business. Just like a brick and mortar store, have a grand opening introducing you, your business and the products or services you offer. Invite people to your home and launch yourself. Invite your sponsor to come help you with details and educating your guests. Ask her to help you get off to a good start. Keep the launch simple and to the point. Avoid too much food and drink. Keep people focused on the task at hand which is getting educated on your new business. Follow up with people who attended and with people who couldn’t come so that you can continue to spread the word and find customers and consultants.

Network marketing is about building genuine relationships with people and providing them information. You are not bugging anyone. You are simply looking for people who are looking for you. In order to do that, you must share your excitement and your company! Let your friends and family know what you are up to and see who is interested in what you have to offer. It is that simple.

Busy Moms and the Beauty of Network Marketing

I came upon this quote while reading a Forbes Magazine article. “It is not enough to be busy; so are the ants. The question is: What are we busy about?” Henry David Thoreau This is worth pondering when looking at our network marketing businesses. Let’s compare two busy, amazing moms, Mary and Suzy.

Mary has three kids and, rightfully so, she is super busy. She is shuttling kids to activities, checking her Facebook for a few minutes that turns into 30, volunteering at the elementary school, planning activities for the girl scout troop, food shopping and doing laundry. As an escape, because she is so spent at the end of the day, she watches her favorite reality TV shows after the kids go to bed. Weekends are filled with soccer games, barbecues with friends and corporate dinners with her husband. Life is full and it is busy.

Mary has a masters degree in international business and misses having something of her own. To fill this hole, she has joined a network marketing company. She is very frustrated because her business isn’t taking off at all. She is exhausted from her jam packed life and doesn’t have a moment to spare. “How do other women do this business?”, she wonders.

Now meet Suzy. Suzy is just like Mary. She too has joined a network marketing company and has a masters. She is a mom of 3 and does the same things Mary does, EXCEPT, while she is shuttling her kids to activities, she is on the phone with prospects and doing three way calls with her downline. She limits her time on Facebook with a timer and uses it primarily for business purposes. While she is folding laundry,

she is on the phone with prospects. She cuts out reality TV after the kids go to bed so that she can work on her business, and while she is at soccer games, food shopping, volunteering, leading the girls scouts and at corporate dinners, she makes new friends and strengthens relationships to add to her list. Her life is full and busy and she is earning a nice paycheck with her network marketing company. She is going to be able to pay for a family trip to Disney. She feels fulfilled and like she has something of her own.

When you compare Mary and Suzy one can see that they are both amazing moms raising their kids. Unfortunately, Mary is unable to find the time for her business and Suzy does. Why? Suzy has figured out that her network marketing “office” is where ever she happens to be. In reality, Suzy is not any less busy than Mary, she is just fitting in her network marketing business into her busy life. Suzy is working smarter. Mary can too!

I think Thoreau was on to something. We are all busy. As moms, we are all scheduled to the max. Have you considered the nooks and crannies of your time and what you can do with them? What are YOU busy about?

I wish you success in your business!

Rachael Gorbutt