Friday
02Oct2009
What Renegade Professional "Beginners" Should Be Thinking About Right Now
Friday, October 2, 2009 at 04:56PM If you're new to Renegade Professional you have a lot on your mind.
That's because you have a lot to do.
You're about to go from where you are now to where you want to be.
And that's no small feat.
Along the way your success is at risk.
You might "give in" to the most common success killer I've witnessed--
Distraction.
Don't.
I've watched even our best students give in to it. But they returned and prevailed.
I've seen others give in to it... never to return. Wandering through the wilderness, into some other direction that probably sounded easier or felt more comfortable at first (but just ended up making life more difficult, and success 'seem' even further and further away).
Realize--
If you don't complete your training OF COURSE you can't make the same business transformations as our students who HAVE completed their training.
So do that.
Finish it.
Follow through.
Resist the same urge that has caused you to miss opportunities in the past; that caused you to be limited in your options; limited in your pay.
Advance yourself once and for all by resisting the urge to be mediocre.
At first we teach you the tools. How to get yourself out there online. And how the principles of attracting leads works in reality...
But our community offers much more than that. And after JUST a few months or less you will be past that stage of just getting online and having a web presence.
You may need to learn how to influence people. You may need to increase your value.
Take advantage of ALL we have to offer because there's a reason we offer it if its here.
Marketing is just a piece of your process. You have to develop all of your essential list to see your business come to life.
Yes, marketing is on that "essential list".
But there are a several other KEY 'essential' pieces as well--all of which we help you tackle head on in this community if you just reach out and grab it.
Overwhelm and Losing Focus...
(Is the grass 'really' greener on the other side?)
(Is this 'really' THAT difficult?)
(Is this 'really' THAT difficult?)
Are you resisting success because you just don't 'see' how close you are?
In the 'Start Here' check list of your back office we address the issue of 'overwhelm' directly, almost immediately BEFORE you even started your training.
It is called:
"An in-depth look at how to "customize" and "personalize" your training plan and business development."
This class gets you prepared to start thinking about taking control of where you put your focus based on where you're at now and where YOU want to go next in your business (this is part of developing the 'finer distinctions' and keener insight I mentioned on the essential list recently).
Hopefully you watched "An in-depth look at how to "customize" and "personalize" your training plan and business development."
Maybe you need to watch it again.
Take your time. Because what you feel inside is even more important than what's happening outside.
Relax a bit more.
Reflect a bit more.
Trust this process a bit more.
Inner turmoil and a sense of "lack" (not having what you want fast enough) leads to self doubt and self destruction:
Lack of focus, lack of follow through, feelings of overwhelm, or just plain frustration are all factors in leading someone to DISTRACTION and failure.
It takes trust to see a process through.
I feel partly responsible for helping you obtain the trust needed in Renegade Professional so that you move forward with the training and ultimately prevail in business without all the painstaking mistakes I had to undergo.
That's why I'm writing you today. You suddenly popped in my mind again. I felt concerned.
Maybe you just need to hear that you CAN do this.
You CAN if and only if you follow through.
What Makes Succeeding Students Different Than Those Who Get Distracted?
People who move forward through the training are growing into leaders faster than any other community I've seen.
What made them different?
I have noticed that they were more motivated to succeed than most--I know some of their reasons because I've gotten to know some of these students who have grown... their reasons are personal. And powerful.
Get in touch with your 'reasons' and you will find the energy and focus required to move forward and win.
Learning the mechanics...
Again, the first step is to learn the tools (the mechanics) of the Internet.
The tutorials take you click by click through the various places where you do that.
Get a Coach
When you need help we have coaches ready to help you who have been where you are now.
Most of these coaches offer a free 15 minute consultation before you decide if you'd like to hire them to help you get over bumps along the way. Many charge as low as $25/hour. The more experienced a coach the more they charge. Find a coach that's right for you to connect with from time to time. If they can't help you with a really specific issue they can refer you to other coaches who can.
Connect with Barbara Silva, our coach of coaches at support@marketingmerge.com with the subject: Find Me A Coach
Beyond the Tools...
Ultimately, once you've mastered the tools (which took me a few months and others less or more)... its time to gain influence.
Influence is, by far, the most valuable asset you can obtain.
For influence you need exposure (standing out), you need confidence, skills and something unique or valuable to offer others, which is what attracts them to you.
We have developed a number of ways for you to collaborate with us to develop your Influence.
You've likely heard of these programs.
One of these is the Super Guides program, where you work closely with a team of other 'more highly' committed students and collaborate on projects that develop your "Influence Factor" and skills faster than you could ever do alone.
Another is becoming a Coach with Coaching Cognition, which you've likely been hearing a lot about lately (and will be hearing more about). If you don't want to wait until next year to take advantage of this particular opportunity, follow our emails over the next week closely as we share more details about the program. We'll be opening class for this soon.
There is also the opportunity to become a PBN Trainer, giving you significant ongoing exposure within our community and in future lead funnels that would lead people to your tutorials, which we teach you how to create once you qualify. There's no cost to this--just your contribution. So check it out.
There is also the opportunity to become a PBN Trainer, giving you significant ongoing exposure within our community and in future lead funnels that would lead people to your tutorials, which we teach you how to create once you qualify. There's no cost to this--just your contribution. So check it out.
These are just some of the ways you can develop you Influence factor with us.
Marketing is important but it is motionless without influence and communication skills.
Its key to success to master these no matter what opportunity you're in or what system you use, so I REALLY hope you've made this a top area of focus.
Its key to success to master these no matter what opportunity you're in or what system you use, so I REALLY hope you've made this a top area of focus.
If you've moved along through the tutorials and have set up some of the marketing basics (like a blog or site, social sites like Squidoo, you've started some SEO, maybe dabbled in PPC)--it may be time to connect up with a qualified coach right now to get you to that next level.
I would have NEVER grown my business and don't know anyone else who could have succeeded without connecting with real people along the way for help. I paid tens of thousands of dollars (when I didn't have it) connecting with coaches who offered less in value than you have access to here for a fraction of a fraction of the cost I paid.
Know the value is here. Reach out for it. It'll pull you up.
Partners in success,
Mike Klingler
P.S. I suggest you find a coach (or coaches) to help you over the bumps along the way. Contact support@marketingmerge.com with the subject: "Find Me a Coach"
P.P.S. Are you ready for the truth about what you can exactly do to succeed in your business? The easiest, more effortless way? If you read this email in its entirely and the links it connect to and you still don't know exactly what to do, read it again.
Log into Renegade Professional and if you've lost your way, begin at the Start Here Checklist. Take your time. Relax. Take comfort in forward motion.
Not with Renegade Professional? Get back in here
Reader Comments (9)
Mike,
For all who read this post -- this is Great Advice. Deliberate Practice sets one up to become an Outstanding Performer. If one deliberately finishes the work they can't help but succeed.
Your ultimate professionalism is up to the you. But, be encouraged as Mike points out there are a lot of people who want you to succeed and they are there to help you do just that. Reach out and ask.
Reaching out and requesting help is a sign of mature strength.
Be strong!
Dr Jim
A few initial thoughts/responses/reflections...
Consistency in influence and value simply means time, and time based on commitment. Which, of course, gets back to the area of inner motivation.
Relax, Reflect and Trust. Yes, as I read that I also thought: “and reconnect with your initial, strong motivation for getting involved in the process in the beginning.”
That has helped me tremendously. For example, this week has been a rough one in terms of pushing forward. However, I’ve found it helpful to: (1) do as much as I could -- even though small in “amount;” (2) when I could. At least it helps me stay in the game.
Coaching. Totally understand. Early in my ministry years I connected with a team of men who gave me hands on training which enabled me to see some initial success at a needed time in my life. That connection eventually opened up the opportunity for me to be in a setting where I remained for over twenty years.
So, thinking about all of this I see several things coming to play as we progress toward our goals: (1) initial motivation; (2) following a good, equality game plan like the 90 check list. Which is interesting to me. I just went back to Eric’s notes from the seminar myself this past week; (3) the need for consistent effort and follow through; (4) proper assessment of need along the way; and (5) seeking help if the circumstances allow and/or reveal that help is needed.
I would echo Dr. Jim's note of "great advice."
Mike - You mentioned "customizing and personalizing your training..."
This is a crucial point.
I want to stress the importance of personalizing and customizing your training.
When you were in high school, or if you went to college, or perhaps if you received advanced training for a career - what was the first thing you did?
You signed up for those classes and you knew specifically what you wanted to achieve; you knew specifically what the outcome would be if you made it through.
You probably met with a counselor along the way - someone who guided you; a person who listened to your goals and then matched you up with the appropriate classes that would take you "down that road" leading to your goals and desired outcomes.
Things get clear real quick when you approach your internet attraction marketing/internet business that way too.
But yet this is where so many fall short. Well, you don't have to fall short, and Renegade Professional is putting into place yet another provision that can help you NOT fall short.
It's Coaching Cognition. I hope you've been reading the education pieces Mike has been putting out there about Coaching Cognition. If not, visit the following URLs:
http://www.renegadeprofessionalnews.com/EntrepreneurNews/coaches
http://www.renegadeprofessionalnews.com/EntrepreneurNews/mikeklingler
If you spend an afternoon really reading (I mean really lapping it all up like a kitty cat that gets sloppy with a dish of milk), I have the confidence you'll understand the unprecedented training you have access to at Renegade Professional.
And it just got better because now there is - built into the training "university" program - a coaching platform.
So whether you are any of the following:
***If you are Brand New to Attraction Marketing
(You need an Introduction to your Professional back office & training)
***You’re Not New But Seek Clarity & Direction
(You need assistance with Where to put your focus and to minimize ‘overwhelm’)
***You’ve done Coaching before – or want to be - Or You Have A List
If you fit into any of these loose descriptions, you can choose to be serviced by connecting with a coach, or you can work even harder (and smarter) to transcend your experience and collaborate (joint venture) with Renegade Professional.
You have a several options to choose from, many of which Mike has pointed out in the article above.
The point is, and what I think Mike is really trying to drive home - getting at the heart of the matter - is this:
If you don't...
Learn the #1 Characteristic That Determines Success In a “Noisy” Internet Environment – How to Minimize Your Workload & the “Overwhelm” while Maximizing your Time
Learn to Customize Your Plan - Know What You’re Trying to Accomplish Right Now… and At What Stage You Are In The Overall Process
Learn to Make it Personal - Personalize Your Plan - Find Your Strengths and Preferences & Focus Only On Those Marketing Methods You Enjoy Most
...you will most likely fail.
This goes beyond marketing (to an extent) and into a core essential list. The list was originally published by Mike, but it's worth repeating here.
Essential List to Focus on Developing:
* A Keen insight
* An ability to influence others
* An ability to choose the right opportunities for you
* An ability to create and communicate value
* An ability to attract people to you through networking and marketing
* An ability to inspire others by truly connecting with them, by listening
* An ability to cultivate partnerships:
This, I promise you, is NOT a formula, yet it's the EXACT "formula" that will get you where you want to be, will put you in touch with the person you want to be, and you will amaze yourself after a period of time when you reflect on your growth.
All of these factors will put more money in your pocket if they're cultivated around your passions.
I've woven myself into the fabric of Renegade Professional, and whether you need a coach, or want to be a coach; if you need extra "super" guidance, or want to be a person who does; if you want to contribute training of your own because you have previous experience in a career - I can help you, or I can direct you to the person who can.
Don't wait, life is to short.
Eric
http://RenegadeProfessionalBonus.com
Mike,
I remember when I wrote my first Squidoo and didn't yet understand why the leads weren't pouring in from it. I wasn't focused on the big picture back then, and terribly distracted by all there was to learn.
What I needed was to create a plan and follow it through with all the training offered, and with "my" goal in sight. There's still way too much to learn, but I'm sticking to my plan.
I'm thankful that everything I need is right here in front of me. All I add is "me".
Hey Mike,
Thanks for this piece of advice. I have never really considered getting a coach and yes I get overwhelmed every now and then, so once again thank you cos there is no turning back on this new model of attracting prospects.
Mike, When I start my Renegade training in March 2008, my plan was to learn everything I could from you, about attracting prospect to my business opportunity. That was the extent of my goal and business plan. At that time I'd been in Network Marketing 27 months, and had only used email marketing to sponsor 50 people. I didn't think who was my target market, nor did I have a detail business plan.
It wasn't until several months of training, and networking with other Renegade Professionals, and Super Guides that a business plan started taking shape.
I know your article will help those just starting out.
Mike,
When starting Renegade University/Professional it helped to know there was a clear track to run on with small steps that could be accomplished and help me build a list of contacts with my own business.
As the RU/RP organization grew, I found there were more choices I could make with the resources provided, which gave more value, but also more challenges with how to implement those resources with my primary business. This article gives good tips about the "big picture" to focus on . Thank you, Mike.
Kathy
Hi Mike,
It's so fun to see the future you painted for us, just a few of us early in 2008, become a reality for 100s of us now. We were all so new! Now we're living the future you described.
Those of you who are new now, watching tutorials step by step, click by click might think that generating leads and sales will never happen. But it will! And it will happen even faster for you than it has for us because Mike has been doing this thing called duplication - meaning we are all here to help!
Push yourself to become a super guide and coach ASAP. The requirements are tough but do you want to build your business with attraction marketing sooner or much, much later?
You can do it!
Then we couldn't wait until you would post the webinar recording and yet just a few months later, many of us have
You are always able to capture the 'thoughts and feelings' of what it's like to be on the journey. Frequently I find that you have written either just what I needed to hear or an idea that immediately takes me back to a past point in my own journey.
Here's what hit me today:
"Inner turmoil and a sense of "lack" (not having what you want fast enough) leads to self doubt and self destruction"
I can't count the times I have felt that way, especially when I was just getting started with Renegade Pro. The voice of doubt pops up quickly - "I still don't have what I want ... and I probably never will".
It's so critical to recognize that those thoughts/feelings will pop up AND that there are many ways to overcome them. Left unchecked, they lead to distraction and self destruction, quickly.
Coaches help me recognize and overcome those thoughts - I'll probably always use coaches, now that I've seen the value and benefit.
One other thing, that Lee Wise pointed out:
'Do what you can, when you can - stay in the game'. I paraphrased his comments above, but that concept is so incredibly powerful. You've got to stay in the game! Some days and weeks are better than others, but stay in the game - it's the only way to guarantee yourself a chance to win.
Michael Wilson