Feel the Need for Speed

With troubling times come great opportunities.

Unfortunately, most fail to see this because they are inundated with of all the negative press coverage.

It's a shame people have to be subjected to that negative news. They need news that is uplifting and inspiring them to make a difference. I just know if they knew what we know, they would do the same thing we are doing, growing our home business.

And, luckily for us network marketers we know that we need to take control of our lives and our businesses.

Us leaders do that everyday by working on expanding our business by:

• Recruiting and training new distributors

• Enrolling new customers

• And, increasing our value

It's time you feel the need for speed and kick your MLM business into over gear. Stop kicking tires and making excuses like, "Oh, I'll do it tomorrow" or "I just don't feel like it today."

Forget that nonsense! If you feel like that on a constant basis, do yourself a favor and get out of this industry right away and return to Corporate America.

But if you want to make a change, it's time to reach out and make a difference. With so many people being affected by the bad times of the economy, it's NOW a perfect time to reach out to those who are looking for a new vehicle to accumulate wealth.

Why NOW? Because if you don't work on getting these people into your business making you and them money, that's one more day of suffering these people have to go through.

Have you thought that you might be that special someone? But, you will never know for sure unless YOU Take Action.

Start by increasing your value and learning about being a leader.

If you want to become magnetic, because that's what leaders are. It's absolutely, most importantly crucial you Feel the Need for Speed by working on building your MLM empire right NOW!

Until next time!

Dedicated to your success,

Jerome Ratliff
Visit JeromeRatliff.com to learn about the fantastic journey he's embarked through his business ventures.

It Takes Two To Tangle

How many times have you heard...

"All you need is two people to join your business..."

But, what does that really mean. If I sign-up two people and they never perform, aren't we back to square one.

Yes, we are! So, what's the whole hoopla about getting two people if they just aren't performers?

I've learned that it should probably be worded something like this instead...

"All you need is the right two people to join your business..."

There is some validity to getting two people, but they have to be the right ones. They have to be go-getters! They have to be visionaries! They have to be optimistic! They have to be ready to embark down the journey of home business ownership!

If you were to look in the mirror can you honestly say that you are all of those characteristics? Or, can you say that you would join yourself in the business if you were someone else?

If you can't answer those questions with a resounding YES, then you're back to square one.

You're starting from scratch, and in that case it's time to work on your self-image, build your team, become a leader, become magnetic, and teach others how to do the same thing. And no, it doesn't matter that your business has gone anywhere. All that matters is that you step up to plate, take a few swings and make it to first base. Then you go for the next base, then the next base, then after a while, that's when you'll be swinging for the fences. (I bet you can tell which sport I like.)

But, the fact of the matter is, if you are intending on becoming someone successful (that homerun hitter) in this industry, then now is the time.

Now imagine, you find two people that are drawn to you and you mentor them, what do you think they will do with their business?

Uhhh! I don't think I need to answer here, but I will for those that aren't catching on. They will be leaders who are performers. Why? Because when you are attracting these people to you, they had liked what they had seen. Whatever it was, your ability to lead, to be confident, to be decisive, or your ability to take control, they could see themselves following you and learning from you.

Again, Why?

BECAUSE THEY WANT TO BE JUST LIKE YOU!

It absolutely, most definitely, takes two to tangle, but with the right two.

Are you attracting the right two?

Dedicated to your success,

Jerome Ratliff
Visit JeromeRatliff.com to learn about the fantastic journey he's embarked through his business ventures.

Choosing a Mentor

Can you imagine having Robert Kiyosaki as your mentor?

Having a mentor a part of your business or you, can accelerate your profession into overdrive. When working with a mentor, you create a professional relationship which allows you to become a better professional. But finding your mentor, regardless who it is, is not an easy task.

Where should you start looking for your mentor?

Put together a plan of how you intend to find your ideal mentor. Decide at that moment that you will not quit before you find him/her.

What's your objective? What do you need a mentor for? Why do you need a mentor now?
These are questions you must ask yourself prior to meeting with a mentor.

In addition, make sure to have your string of interview questions ready for the mentor. This will be how you determine who is right for you.

Start by asking around. See what other successful professionals are doing and ask questions.

What do you got to lose?

Be up front in the interview by letting them know what you would like to accomplish by having a mentor. This will help determine if the mentor is right for you. If you're impressed with them, ask for a referral to speak with the mentor.

Look for organizations that offer mentoring programs. It may cost you, but at the same time it will be well worth your money. That's assuming that you chose the right mentor too.

Two years ago when I began with Robert Kiyosaki's mentoring program, I failed to ask a lot of the upfront questions that I've outline here before you. Luckily for me, since Robert Kiyosaki's program is so structured, it didn't matter. However, it could have helped me by showing that I was proactive.

You may come up with your own questions, just be sure that you are thorough and show that you are determined to succeed. A good mentor will hold you accountable for what you need to be doing as a professional. This is important because you are the one in charge, not the mentor. The mentor is there to help you kick it into gear.

Being a part of Robert Kiyosaki's mentoring program has changed my life immensely, that I decided to mentor others.

So, if you're serious about choosing a mentor, then start today and start now. You won't regret it.


Jerome Ratliff
Independent Associate