Mentor encompasses not only something you do but also who you are. Every successful person has a mentor. Having a mentor does not necessarily mean sitting down with someone face to face, even though such contact proves very valuable. Your mentor may or may not even be aware of your relationship with them. Jim Rohn has served as my mentor for many years. I listen to his audio programs, read his books and attend his live performances. He travels with me in my car, inspires me while I do my daily exercise and even provides my bedtime story. Jim Rohn served as my inspiration and mentor without him even being aware of his impact on my life.
A mentor can be through books or audio as Jim Rohn, Tony Robbins and Dr Wayne Dyer are to me. Mentors can provide live interaction as my Toastmasters speech coaches do for me. Attending live seminars such as those presented by Dan Kennedy ( GKIC NoBS Colorado) or Jeff Combs (More Heart Than Talent) are extremely valuable. Your mentor may have lived in a prior period of time such as Napoleon Hill or Wallace Wattles. They still provide extremely valuable mentoring.
A mentor provides guidance, experience and wisdom. The top three percent of leaders possess three basic strengths.
The strength of leadership
The strength of self mastery
The strength of relationship
The strength of relationship directly relates to mentoring. Just as every successful person has at least one mentor, they also have the responsibility of mentoring their followers. One of the requirements of being accepted into my team is the agreement to assist newer members. Once a team member consistently earns over ten thousand dollars per month they must begin mentoring the newer team members to assist them in reaching that income goal. Passing along wisdom and shortening the learning curve establishes and promotes leadership skills.
Darin Hardy, publisher of Success magazine, visited his father’s mentor Mr. Abe. The elderly gentleman, Mr. Abe, was one of nine children born into abject poverty. He had worked very hard and amassed an incredible fortune; his financial statement served as his success scorecard. On this last day before he passed away, he spoke with Darin and Darin’s father about the many triumphs of his life. As Darin was leaving, Mr. Abe called him back into the room and grasped Darin’s arm. With a stern look on his face, Mr. Abe exclaimed to Darin, “Don’t miss the point like I did. I finally realize the most important thing in life is relationships. The most important things in life can never be recorded on a balance sheet. Don’t miss the point like I did.”
Mentorship and relationship travel hand in hand. The true value in life flows through accumulating wisdom and knowledge and then imparting that wisdom and knowledge to others. None of us are an island and none of us have either the time or the necessity to reinvent the wheel. We each learn for each other.
Select your mentors carefully. They will be shaping not only your life but the lives of those you mentor. The old saying “Birds of a feather flock together” depicts the fact that you will become similar to the people you have chosen to mentor you. We watch carefully the playmates of our children because we know the characteristics of their friends will influence them. How careful are you about the people with whom you choose to associate? Like it or not, they are influencing you and thereby mentoring you.
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Thursday, December 3, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Paradise Isle
Is your tent pitched on “Someday Isle?” There are two different tents pitched there – content and discontent. John C. Maxwell wrote in his book, “Think on These Things” about Which Tent Do You Live In (chapter 27.) Regardless of whether you choose to live on Paradise Isle or Someday Isle, you have chosen to live a life of being contented or discontented.
A truly contented person understands exactly where they are right now and where they intend to go. The contented person has a purpose for their life and their actions. Contented people place a value on their future; they possess a determination to persist until that goal is achieved.
By contrast, a discontented person whines, complains about how it is someone else’s fault, and mopes around feeling sorry for themselves. The discontented person moans about how other people have received all the breaks in life. Instead of getting up out of the tent of discontent and working for a better life, they find it easier to stay stuck in lack and depression.
Truly contented people know that the challenge to achieve is not only worth the effort, but is the only long term solution. They count their blessings for what they already possess and maintain a grateful heart for the opportunity to make a better future.
If you truly want to move from discontent to content, you must take new action. No matter what you do in life, you must maintain a positive attitude and a learning spirit. Learn how to restructure your thoughts, your words, your actions and your results.
Your mindset of being content or discontent with your situation makes all the difference. Making that mental shift can present a challenge. Some are able to make the mindset shift on their own by having a series of exercises; however, most people require more than a “do it yourself” system. The most expedient and personalized method is to hire a coach and mentor for guidance.
Success in life always goes to the content mindset, never the discontent mindset. Whether you are seeking personal success or business success, you must dissolve the discontent mindset. Of course if you enjoy being miserable, be my guest.
Every successful person throughout history has experienced challenges and setbacks. The difference between the successful and the failures is the content, growing mindset. The other element in common for the successful is that each one had a coach and mentor to guide them.
I invite you to move from the sparse tent of discontent on “Someday Isle” and move in to the plush tent of being content on Paradise Isle.
Come talk to me; let me help with the moving experience.
A truly contented person understands exactly where they are right now and where they intend to go. The contented person has a purpose for their life and their actions. Contented people place a value on their future; they possess a determination to persist until that goal is achieved.
By contrast, a discontented person whines, complains about how it is someone else’s fault, and mopes around feeling sorry for themselves. The discontented person moans about how other people have received all the breaks in life. Instead of getting up out of the tent of discontent and working for a better life, they find it easier to stay stuck in lack and depression.
Truly contented people know that the challenge to achieve is not only worth the effort, but is the only long term solution. They count their blessings for what they already possess and maintain a grateful heart for the opportunity to make a better future.
If you truly want to move from discontent to content, you must take new action. No matter what you do in life, you must maintain a positive attitude and a learning spirit. Learn how to restructure your thoughts, your words, your actions and your results.
Your mindset of being content or discontent with your situation makes all the difference. Making that mental shift can present a challenge. Some are able to make the mindset shift on their own by having a series of exercises; however, most people require more than a “do it yourself” system. The most expedient and personalized method is to hire a coach and mentor for guidance.
Success in life always goes to the content mindset, never the discontent mindset. Whether you are seeking personal success or business success, you must dissolve the discontent mindset. Of course if you enjoy being miserable, be my guest.
Every successful person throughout history has experienced challenges and setbacks. The difference between the successful and the failures is the content, growing mindset. The other element in common for the successful is that each one had a coach and mentor to guide them.
I invite you to move from the sparse tent of discontent on “Someday Isle” and move in to the plush tent of being content on Paradise Isle.
Come talk to me; let me help with the moving experience.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Razor Thin Line
The difference between the results of the mediocre and the extremely successful is such a fine line. So much depends on receiving the right information at the right time and taking massive action.
We know that the right information is available to everyone in WMI and CCP. We also know you are receiving it at exactly the right time. Regardless of the business or job you currently hold, the crucial question is "What action are you taking? Are you playing the game? Even more important, Are you playing the game to win?
In my role as coach, mentor, sponsor and leader, the question is exactly how much support to provide. We have tremendous training, resources, and examples in the back office combined with extensive live support. I personally hold an additional live question and answer webinar every week.
In the past and currently, I wonder if I have unintentionally handicapped some of you by providing too much support. If I do too much of it for you, then you do not learn to be self-reliant and learn how to do it for yourselves. If I provide too little support then people feel overwhelmed, frustrated and lost. This is not only a fine line but it differs from person to person.
My goal is always to work with each person from their individual starting point. Your first two weeks in any new business will require more mentoring time. That is a basic fact which flows across all business, including new jobs. If you are taking the action, placing yourself into the training with focus. and receiving the information with an open mind, you will succeed.
Having your own business or even a job requires you to focus, learn and take action if you choose to prosper. The bottom line of everything is "You are responsible for your results." Now if that sounds harsh, maybe you will look deep in yourself and find out why that seems harsh. Every time I have taken less than full responsibility for all of my actions and results, my results have suffered.
I am here to coach, mentor, support, encourage and provide leadership. You are still doing the work on yourself and for yourself to insure your success.
I'll walk the razor thin line but you must walk it beside me if success is important to you.
Every struggle and learning curve helps you grow and take your life either up or down. It is your choice which direction you choose to go.
We know that the right information is available to everyone in WMI and CCP. We also know you are receiving it at exactly the right time. Regardless of the business or job you currently hold, the crucial question is "What action are you taking? Are you playing the game? Even more important, Are you playing the game to win?
In my role as coach, mentor, sponsor and leader, the question is exactly how much support to provide. We have tremendous training, resources, and examples in the back office combined with extensive live support. I personally hold an additional live question and answer webinar every week.
In the past and currently, I wonder if I have unintentionally handicapped some of you by providing too much support. If I do too much of it for you, then you do not learn to be self-reliant and learn how to do it for yourselves. If I provide too little support then people feel overwhelmed, frustrated and lost. This is not only a fine line but it differs from person to person.
My goal is always to work with each person from their individual starting point. Your first two weeks in any new business will require more mentoring time. That is a basic fact which flows across all business, including new jobs. If you are taking the action, placing yourself into the training with focus. and receiving the information with an open mind, you will succeed.
Having your own business or even a job requires you to focus, learn and take action if you choose to prosper. The bottom line of everything is "You are responsible for your results." Now if that sounds harsh, maybe you will look deep in yourself and find out why that seems harsh. Every time I have taken less than full responsibility for all of my actions and results, my results have suffered.
I am here to coach, mentor, support, encourage and provide leadership. You are still doing the work on yourself and for yourself to insure your success.
I'll walk the razor thin line but you must walk it beside me if success is important to you.
Every struggle and learning curve helps you grow and take your life either up or down. It is your choice which direction you choose to go.
Monday, July 27, 2009
Love Is On The Move Again!
No surprise to the thousands of people who follow her……Love is continually on the move.
Elaine Love, The Entrepreneurs' Mentor is topping the charts again……taking the lead!
Elaine Love’s entrepreneurial career spans over 27 years in several successful businesses. She is the top female producer, a member of the Executive Committee and a member of the prestigious Ethics Committee. She received a full page featured article in EMPOWER magazine and Consultant of the Month in Network Marketing magazine.
She hasn’t stopped there. Ms. Love recently achieved the prestigious L4 status….top status in her industry. Few have achieved L4 status. She earned it by being a consistent top producer in the direct sales industry for several years now. She is a true leader who not only has come from zero experience to success but is still achieving success.
L4 is a part of the Leadership Development Program. The company understands how hard entrepreneurs work. Becoming a successful entrepreneur is one of the most difficult, yet rewarding, things you will ever undertake.
Elaine accepts nothing less from herself, than setting and achieving the highest goals. That same dedication extends to all of the people she works with. Through access to the best financial minds in United States and Canada, she will provide you all the tools to get your financial and personal life in order. L4 achievement is not possible without success stories from the people who join her in business.
Work with a leader who walks the talk.
Results For Life, LLC is a totally debt free company dedicated to improving the lives of everyone personally, professionally and financially.
CONGRATULATIONS ELAINE. You are truly The Entrepreneurs' Mentor!
Elaine Love, The Entrepreneurs' Mentor is topping the charts again……taking the lead!
Elaine Love’s entrepreneurial career spans over 27 years in several successful businesses. She is the top female producer, a member of the Executive Committee and a member of the prestigious Ethics Committee. She received a full page featured article in EMPOWER magazine and Consultant of the Month in Network Marketing magazine.
She hasn’t stopped there. Ms. Love recently achieved the prestigious L4 status….top status in her industry. Few have achieved L4 status. She earned it by being a consistent top producer in the direct sales industry for several years now. She is a true leader who not only has come from zero experience to success but is still achieving success.
L4 is a part of the Leadership Development Program. The company understands how hard entrepreneurs work. Becoming a successful entrepreneur is one of the most difficult, yet rewarding, things you will ever undertake.
Elaine accepts nothing less from herself, than setting and achieving the highest goals. That same dedication extends to all of the people she works with. Through access to the best financial minds in United States and Canada, she will provide you all the tools to get your financial and personal life in order. L4 achievement is not possible without success stories from the people who join her in business.
Work with a leader who walks the talk.
Results For Life, LLC is a totally debt free company dedicated to improving the lives of everyone personally, professionally and financially.
CONGRATULATIONS ELAINE. You are truly The Entrepreneurs' Mentor!
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