Ok so I tried to work the network marketing model and I'll be honest with you - it's not worked out for me. Not to say it doesn't work, mind - most every direct sales method works for some people. This just happens not to be the one for me.
I still use the products from the company I was promoting (remember, I was using the products initially anyway before I decided to do the business...), as they are simply superb. And if the opportunity comes and I come across someone who would benefit from the products, course I'd tell them about it. I promote the products whenever the opportunity arises, as they truly deliver benefits to users.
There are other aspects to the building a network part of the model that don't sit well with me though, hard as I've tried to see things in a way that could make me comfortable about it. I may give it another whirl sometime in the sweet by-and-by though, but I had to find a marketing model that I was 100% comfortable with, and I found it a couple years ago.
What I find to be more 'me', is Information Marketing. This I have tried, and it's working. Meaning I've created information products (books mostly, and seminars), and been paid for them, which is always a nice thing. It's still direct sales though but in a more transparent way, I find.
And I am not only passionate about the products, but the model as well, as I see it as a very real way to help people create passive income with truly minimal start-up and running costs, no employees and all the other benefits network marketing is meant to give you.
So in the end everyone is happy - at least I am!
Loving marketing.
God bless ya!
Kem
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Thursday, October 30, 2008
What Credit Crunch? Join the 'Economic BOOM' Club!
I gotta tell you, one industry that cannot be affected by the so-called 'economic crisis', is the Health and Wellness industry.
It seems that regardless of the economic climate, people still want to feel good and healthy from the inside out! And they're willing to pay for the service too! It's amazing, I hardly get any resistance when I tell people about USANA's products, their uses, benefits, etc. Folks are just plain sick and tired of feeling sick and tired all the time.
The 'credit crunch' certainly hasn't slowed things down in my USANA business! Rather this is a great time for business growth. I'm finding people who were in unstable careers or professions currently affected by the so-called 'downturn', are looking for something stable, substantial and secure.
They're more open to looking at the opportunity offered by the NWM industry, so if you work with another NWM company, this is a great time for you to seek such people to help.
With the Health and Wellness industry projected to be the next Trillion Dollar Industry (according to renowned Economist and forecaster, Prof. Paul Zane Pilzer), it makes sense for you to plug into this industry right now. You'll never run out of clients.
Don't put your dreams on hold. Business is booming for me. Why not you?
Shift your paradigm and be a part of the boom that's quietly taking place all around the world right now.
The choice is yours, which group you belong to: the 'economic doom' group or the 'economic BOOM(!)' group.
Blessings to ya.
Kem
It seems that regardless of the economic climate, people still want to feel good and healthy from the inside out! And they're willing to pay for the service too! It's amazing, I hardly get any resistance when I tell people about USANA's products, their uses, benefits, etc. Folks are just plain sick and tired of feeling sick and tired all the time.
The 'credit crunch' certainly hasn't slowed things down in my USANA business! Rather this is a great time for business growth. I'm finding people who were in unstable careers or professions currently affected by the so-called 'downturn', are looking for something stable, substantial and secure.
They're more open to looking at the opportunity offered by the NWM industry, so if you work with another NWM company, this is a great time for you to seek such people to help.
With the Health and Wellness industry projected to be the next Trillion Dollar Industry (according to renowned Economist and forecaster, Prof. Paul Zane Pilzer), it makes sense for you to plug into this industry right now. You'll never run out of clients.
Don't put your dreams on hold. Business is booming for me. Why not you?
Shift your paradigm and be a part of the boom that's quietly taking place all around the world right now.
The choice is yours, which group you belong to: the 'economic doom' group or the 'economic BOOM(!)' group.
Blessings to ya.
Kem
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Why I Came 'Out of the Closet'
That's right, I confess: I have been a closet Network Marketer for the past year (though if you'd been observant you would have seen the hints I'd been dropping all over this blog!).
Why was I a closet NWM-er in the first place? Well, for one thing I was tired of being surrounded by closed-minded, ignorant folks who prejudged me without seeking to find out what the heck NWM is about. I just couldn't be bothered to explain to each person that 'no it's not a pyramid scheme (and how dare you insinuate that I'd be involved in something illegal anyway!)'.
When I got started, I used to worry about what people thought of me when they found out I had a NWM business. (Hint: you should never be concerned about 'what others think of you'. It's a waste of time. Truth is, folks don't care much about you - they're too busy thinking about their own issues. Besides, even if they do think about you, it doesn't matter. It's your life, your choices, your actions, your thoughts, God's thoughts about you, that count. And He thinks you rock!)
In short, my ego was way big. Unfortunately, the size of my ego was adversely proportional to the size of my bank account at the time. Thank God for His mercies, cos I learnt quickly to snap out of that defeatist way of thinking.
So there was this stigma surrounding NWM (still exists actually), perpetuated by poor ignorant people.
Thankfully, I came to my senses after a couple months and realized that:
a) This business is not for everyone
b) Those who it's for, will be attracted to it, and will prosper in it
c) If I am willing to do the work, my business will thrive in spite of the skeptics, pessimists, ignoramuses, dream stealers and nay sayers. (Reminds me of the saying 'those who say it can't be done should make way for those of us who are doing it!')
Armed with this mindset, I started 'doing the work' (what, you didn't think there was work involved? What planet are you on, huh?! :) ). And guess what - an amazing thing started happening: I started getting paid! I actually started getting paid for the work I was doing from home, at my leisure, in my spare time! For real! The company I work with started sending me cheques! Still does too. My bank account continues to expand beyond the size of my ego - and I like that proportion of things.
Well, after benefitting from this industry this way (cheques nicely supplement my 'day job' income), and proving that 'yep, it works for real', I've realized that it is actually selfish of me to keep this to myself, no matter what you think of me. It's just plain wrong. So, out goes that ego, for your sake.
It's kind of like what I do when I tell people about Jesus Christ. Knowing what I know about Him, and having experienced what I experience through Him, it borders on criminal to stay silent about it. (Visit my Christianity & Success Blog for more thoughts on this...). Back when I first became a Christian, I used to feel embarrassed to tell people about my faith. But after experiencing certain breakthroughs through God's help, I feel compelled to share the gospel, no matter what people think of me as I do. I'm more concerned about what God thinks of me, see...
Back to marketing anyway :)
I now realize that in all honesty, I owe it to you to tell you all I know about this industry, and the benefits it offers you for financial independence and true freedom. Tim Sales does a good job of explaining how things work in his video, Brilliant Compensation. More to the point, I owe it to you to tell you about USANA Health Sciences, one of the top NWM companies around today. The integrity of this company: its (Founder and the Products), is rock solid.
I'm not here to convince you of anything. Too much drama in that anyway, and I don't have time for drama. My job is to disseminate information. What you do with the information is up to you. At least I can sleep well at night, knowing that I've shared this good stuff with you, see.
Network marketing is a form of Direct Selling. Matter of fact, the company I work with, USANA Health Sciences, is not only a member of the Direct Selling Association, but USANA's President, Dave Wentz, is the Vice Chairman of the DSA for a second term (re-elected in September '07).
I'll tell you more as the days go by. For now, go watch this 10-minute video from USANA - hey you gotta start your due diligence somewhere!
More Time
One sweet thing about owning a NWM business for me, is that it frees me up to pursue my other business interests without pressure (my Personal Development & Peak Performance Coaching & Training Business, including the Total Success For Women project, as well as my Health Coaching & Training Business) - those businesses attract a whole bunch of people with those specific interests, and I'm free to spend quality time serving those interests for my clients, knowing that my USANA business is providing my financial backing and freeing up more time for me.
I believe the main thing that drives my USANA business is the quality of the products. People simply want more and more of them, when they see the benefits they enjoy while taking them. The integrity that shines through everything this company does, is a strong attracting factor with many people, I've found. Definitely was for me.
I've added some informative videos on the right side of this blog. Educate yourself. Watch them. Do further searches online if you desire. Contact me for more information if you wish.
Why was I a closet NWM-er in the first place? Well, for one thing I was tired of being surrounded by closed-minded, ignorant folks who prejudged me without seeking to find out what the heck NWM is about. I just couldn't be bothered to explain to each person that 'no it's not a pyramid scheme (and how dare you insinuate that I'd be involved in something illegal anyway!)'.
When I got started, I used to worry about what people thought of me when they found out I had a NWM business. (Hint: you should never be concerned about 'what others think of you'. It's a waste of time. Truth is, folks don't care much about you - they're too busy thinking about their own issues. Besides, even if they do think about you, it doesn't matter. It's your life, your choices, your actions, your thoughts, God's thoughts about you, that count. And He thinks you rock!)
In short, my ego was way big. Unfortunately, the size of my ego was adversely proportional to the size of my bank account at the time. Thank God for His mercies, cos I learnt quickly to snap out of that defeatist way of thinking.
So there was this stigma surrounding NWM (still exists actually), perpetuated by poor ignorant people.
Thankfully, I came to my senses after a couple months and realized that:
a) This business is not for everyone
b) Those who it's for, will be attracted to it, and will prosper in it
c) If I am willing to do the work, my business will thrive in spite of the skeptics, pessimists, ignoramuses, dream stealers and nay sayers. (Reminds me of the saying 'those who say it can't be done should make way for those of us who are doing it!')
Armed with this mindset, I started 'doing the work' (what, you didn't think there was work involved? What planet are you on, huh?! :) ). And guess what - an amazing thing started happening: I started getting paid! I actually started getting paid for the work I was doing from home, at my leisure, in my spare time! For real! The company I work with started sending me cheques! Still does too. My bank account continues to expand beyond the size of my ego - and I like that proportion of things.
Well, after benefitting from this industry this way (cheques nicely supplement my 'day job' income), and proving that 'yep, it works for real', I've realized that it is actually selfish of me to keep this to myself, no matter what you think of me. It's just plain wrong. So, out goes that ego, for your sake.
It's kind of like what I do when I tell people about Jesus Christ. Knowing what I know about Him, and having experienced what I experience through Him, it borders on criminal to stay silent about it. (Visit my Christianity & Success Blog for more thoughts on this...). Back when I first became a Christian, I used to feel embarrassed to tell people about my faith. But after experiencing certain breakthroughs through God's help, I feel compelled to share the gospel, no matter what people think of me as I do. I'm more concerned about what God thinks of me, see...
Back to marketing anyway :)
I now realize that in all honesty, I owe it to you to tell you all I know about this industry, and the benefits it offers you for financial independence and true freedom. Tim Sales does a good job of explaining how things work in his video, Brilliant Compensation. More to the point, I owe it to you to tell you about USANA Health Sciences, one of the top NWM companies around today. The integrity of this company: its (Founder and the Products), is rock solid.
I'm not here to convince you of anything. Too much drama in that anyway, and I don't have time for drama. My job is to disseminate information. What you do with the information is up to you. At least I can sleep well at night, knowing that I've shared this good stuff with you, see.
Network marketing is a form of Direct Selling. Matter of fact, the company I work with, USANA Health Sciences, is not only a member of the Direct Selling Association, but USANA's President, Dave Wentz, is the Vice Chairman of the DSA for a second term (re-elected in September '07).
I'll tell you more as the days go by. For now, go watch this 10-minute video from USANA - hey you gotta start your due diligence somewhere!
More Time
One sweet thing about owning a NWM business for me, is that it frees me up to pursue my other business interests without pressure (my Personal Development & Peak Performance Coaching & Training Business, including the Total Success For Women project, as well as my Health Coaching & Training Business) - those businesses attract a whole bunch of people with those specific interests, and I'm free to spend quality time serving those interests for my clients, knowing that my USANA business is providing my financial backing and freeing up more time for me.
I believe the main thing that drives my USANA business is the quality of the products. People simply want more and more of them, when they see the benefits they enjoy while taking them. The integrity that shines through everything this company does, is a strong attracting factor with many people, I've found. Definitely was for me.
I've added some informative videos on the right side of this blog. Educate yourself. Watch them. Do further searches online if you desire. Contact me for more information if you wish.
This stuff may or may not be for you, but you'll never know until you've checked out the information.
Have a fun and productive day, and come back for more info.
Blessings to ya.
Kem
Monday, October 08, 2007
A reminder...
Of what marketing is, as we approach the end of this year.
Marketing is what you do when you tell people over and over, what you do. The aim of marketing is to let those who want what you offer, know that you're available to serve them.
If you want your marketing to succeed/be effective, you must be consistent, and you must have a system that you stick to. Systems make things easier and save you time and money.
So get a system in place today and stick to it.
Remember, lousy marketing is always better than no marketing. Besides, with practice you can always improve.
Go on and tell the world how you can be of service!
Blessings to ya.
Kem
Marketing is what you do when you tell people over and over, what you do. The aim of marketing is to let those who want what you offer, know that you're available to serve them.
If you want your marketing to succeed/be effective, you must be consistent, and you must have a system that you stick to. Systems make things easier and save you time and money.
So get a system in place today and stick to it.
Remember, lousy marketing is always better than no marketing. Besides, with practice you can always improve.
Go on and tell the world how you can be of service!
Blessings to ya.
Kem
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
What's it all about?
Marketing. What's the point?
Until you get it clear in your mind/head/heart why you're doing it, it'll remain a struggle.
Here are my thoughts on the matter. Hope you find them helpful.
Zig Ziglar once said that 'if you help enough people get what they want, you will have all you want'.
It's the perfect win-win scenario: you help others meet their needs and in doing so you meet your own needs. Your level of wealth is a reflection of the level of service you've provided (and no, inherited riches do not constitute 'wealth' in the true sense of the word).
That's where marketing comes in: your business will succeed if your products or services meet real needs - the more people you help through your business, the more income you attract for yourself, see.
Marketing then becomes about making people aware that help is available to them. If they're not aware of the help that is available to them through your widget, they'll remain in need of it. If you have no customers, you'll remain in need of income.
Nature has so designed things that the only way for you to get ahead and enjoy the abundance that's freely available to you, is by helping others get ahead one way or another.
You can only prosper by focusing on outbound thinking - the kind that says 'what can I do for you?', or 'how can I help you'? or 'what do you need/what are you looking for?', as opposed to saying 'what's in it for me?' (inbound thinking).
So get with the program. See marketing for what it really is - a vital service that benefits humanity (including you ;) ). It's not about you, although you stand to benefit greatly from it at the end of the day.
Have a fantastic one!
'Kem
Until you get it clear in your mind/head/heart why you're doing it, it'll remain a struggle.
Here are my thoughts on the matter. Hope you find them helpful.
Zig Ziglar once said that 'if you help enough people get what they want, you will have all you want'.
It's the perfect win-win scenario: you help others meet their needs and in doing so you meet your own needs. Your level of wealth is a reflection of the level of service you've provided (and no, inherited riches do not constitute 'wealth' in the true sense of the word).
That's where marketing comes in: your business will succeed if your products or services meet real needs - the more people you help through your business, the more income you attract for yourself, see.
Marketing then becomes about making people aware that help is available to them. If they're not aware of the help that is available to them through your widget, they'll remain in need of it. If you have no customers, you'll remain in need of income.
Nature has so designed things that the only way for you to get ahead and enjoy the abundance that's freely available to you, is by helping others get ahead one way or another.
You can only prosper by focusing on outbound thinking - the kind that says 'what can I do for you?', or 'how can I help you'? or 'what do you need/what are you looking for?', as opposed to saying 'what's in it for me?' (inbound thinking).
So get with the program. See marketing for what it really is - a vital service that benefits humanity (including you ;) ). It's not about you, although you stand to benefit greatly from it at the end of the day.
Have a fantastic one!
'Kem
Monday, September 18, 2006
2 Powerful Marketing Insights...
from the book of 1 Corinthians of all places!
These principles will make your marketing efforts joyful, fun and stress-free.
1) Know that those who are meant to purchase your products or services, will do so. Market with the belief that your efforts are attracting the people intended for the business. For those who are called, will come. The same message will have no effect on someone it's not intended for, whereas it will have the right person clamouring for more.
2) All increase is from God. Your marketing is you sowing and watering what you've sown. When you've sown and watered, you gotta let go and let God be God and bring about your increase (results). Notice that this implies you've got to sow something in the first place. Meaning, you must do something to market your business. When you've done so, be glad that you've planted something for God to work on and bring about increase in.
Think about these two concepts. They're very important and have one thing in common: they imply that you should remain detached from the outcome of your marketing efforts.
Therein lies your peace and joy as you go about your daily marketing business.
Have a fantastic day and God bless ya!
Kem
These principles will make your marketing efforts joyful, fun and stress-free.
1) Know that those who are meant to purchase your products or services, will do so. Market with the belief that your efforts are attracting the people intended for the business. For those who are called, will come. The same message will have no effect on someone it's not intended for, whereas it will have the right person clamouring for more.
2) All increase is from God. Your marketing is you sowing and watering what you've sown. When you've sown and watered, you gotta let go and let God be God and bring about your increase (results). Notice that this implies you've got to sow something in the first place. Meaning, you must do something to market your business. When you've done so, be glad that you've planted something for God to work on and bring about increase in.
Think about these two concepts. They're very important and have one thing in common: they imply that you should remain detached from the outcome of your marketing efforts.
Therein lies your peace and joy as you go about your daily marketing business.
Have a fantastic day and God bless ya!
Kem
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Has it been a month already?!
Goodness, how time flies!
It's been a great month so far, and busy! I have returned to full time medical practice (according to my plan 6 years ago, when I took that career break) - and am having a blast! It's been tricky re-establishing a routine that comfortably allows me to successfully 'lead 2 parallel lives': one as a doctor in the A&E/ER department, another as an entrepreneur :) .
I have finally found my groove though, so all systems are go from here on!
It's working out superbly - so don't nobody tell me that your 'j.o.b' is your reason for not being able to start a home-based business! Where there is a will, there is a way. I have a strong will (desire) to make this work, and I have an even stronger reason (my 'why') for doing this. So naturally the 'way' has revealed itself and it's coming together effortlessly and easily.
Because marketing is the business I'm really in (not really the Speaking and Training/Coaching or Health Products/ Healthy Lifestyle business), that's what takes up most of my 'business time'.
Makes sense when you think about it: without marketing nobody knows you exist, so it doesn't matter if you've got the best products or services on earth - no clients = no business.
I encourage you to make marketing your priority today. Spend sometime each day, doing something to market your business. It's a seed you're planting when you do that, see, and it's bound to grow.
Have a superb day and God bless ya!
Kem
It's been a great month so far, and busy! I have returned to full time medical practice (according to my plan 6 years ago, when I took that career break) - and am having a blast! It's been tricky re-establishing a routine that comfortably allows me to successfully 'lead 2 parallel lives': one as a doctor in the A&E/ER department, another as an entrepreneur :) .
I have finally found my groove though, so all systems are go from here on!
It's working out superbly - so don't nobody tell me that your 'j.o.b' is your reason for not being able to start a home-based business! Where there is a will, there is a way. I have a strong will (desire) to make this work, and I have an even stronger reason (my 'why') for doing this. So naturally the 'way' has revealed itself and it's coming together effortlessly and easily.
Because marketing is the business I'm really in (not really the Speaking and Training/Coaching or Health Products/ Healthy Lifestyle business), that's what takes up most of my 'business time'.
Makes sense when you think about it: without marketing nobody knows you exist, so it doesn't matter if you've got the best products or services on earth - no clients = no business.
I encourage you to make marketing your priority today. Spend sometime each day, doing something to market your business. It's a seed you're planting when you do that, see, and it's bound to grow.
Have a superb day and God bless ya!
Kem
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