The Tale about the Cows and the Rhino

It contains a very important lesson about life and leadership.

So here's the story if you're not familiar with it...and I'm retelling it in my own words:

"There are these cows grassing closely together in a secluded, fenced-in area...masses of them. They're all just doing the same thing - doing what cows do: Grassing.

But then there's this RHINO - one lone rhino among all the cows.

And this rhino doesn't like being confined, in fact he hates it, so he BURSTS through the fence and out into the open field and up the hill.

"Wo-hoo - freedom!!!"

There, he stops and looks back, down at all the cows. And you know what? You know what he sees?

He sees that they're not really cows - from where he's standing he can see clearly what he was not able to see while down there, grassing among all of them with his head down and his butt up...

They're not really cows - they are really rhinos! They are ALL rhinos that have been conned into believing they're cows!"

It's a simple little story yet it's profound, isn't it? For sure it got me thinking.

It got me thinking about the reason, the real reason why, today, I find myself in this vast field of opportunity.

Financial freedom. Time freedom. Life on my own terms. The opportunity to inspire and encourage other people. The list goes on.

It's not because I'm so "special", or so "gifted". And it's certainly not because I have been "lucky".

No.Here's why: It's because, some time back, I fully embraced the fact that I'm a rhino.

It didn't happen overnight - far from it. It happened after years of internal battles, challenges, and struggles -- followed by bursts of personal growth.

But gradually, I came to terms with who I really am. I took ownership of my rhino-ness, you could say.

I stopped listening to those who wanted to dupe me into believing I was - and always would be - a cow:

"Just stay where you are." "It's too difficult." "You can't do it." "You'll never make it." "You're not smart enough", "You're --"

HUSH!! STOP IT!!

Yeah, that's essentially what I told them...in my subconscious, I told them.

And you know what else I did? I started to question the fence.

Why was there a fence there in the first place? Who put it there? Did it really have to be there?

Why I could not go outside its perimeters? Who said so?

Well, of course, the ones who said so were the same people who wanted me to believe I was a cow!

The ones I had decided NOT to listen to anymore.

So as I finally and completely embraced my rhino-ness, I was able to muster the strength and the courage that it took to 'SMASH' through the fence, and into the open.

And that is why, today, I have opportunities. It's because I'm on this side of the fence now, with the other rhinos.

You see, in the OPEN FIELD there's opportunity everywhere that you look.

You just have to get yourself there...!

Stop listening to the naysayers and the dream stealers. The people who are trying to put you down and hold you back.

Be the rhino you were created to be. Live fearlessly. Choose freedom.

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Success Attraction

Success is something we all crave but attaining it can be difficult, frustrating and discouraging. If you really want to attract success, you need to develop the right tools to achieve your goals.

Everyone has a different idea of success. For some, personal fulfillment is their key objective, and they desire a romantic relationship or happy family life. Others have professional ambitions and yearn to succeed in their chosen career. Whatever you wish for, it is vital that you identify your goal and make it a major focus of your life.

The Starting Point

Having a clear idea about your aim is an important starting point. Not everyone is lucky enough to know their real purpose in life, but it is worth giving it some attention. Consider your strengths and special gifts and how you can use them to bring you greater fulfillment. Think about your personality and the situations where you feel most comfortable. If, for example, you have an outgoing nature and you have a desk job with little interpersonal contact, you may want to find another occupation in which you deal with the public.

Put it in Writing

When you have established your goal, it is a good idea to put it in writing and keep it on hand. You may even want to display it somewhere visible like your fridge or bedroom wall. Think of it as a contract with yourself with a set time limit by which it must be completed. When goals are written they are more apt to become a reality.

Make A Plan

The next step is to make a plan for reaching your goal. It helps to break it into several mini goals as it makes the project seem more manageable and less overwhelming. For example, if you want to change your job, your plan could include undertaking a training course, updating your resume and listing with employment agencies.

Get To Work

Once your plan has been created, you can get on track and start working towards your goal. At this stage, keeping your motivation levels high is crucial to your eventual success. You need to stay positive even when it seems that giving up is the easiest option. To do this, eliminate any negative self-talk and focus on your strengths and achievements. If you need inspiration, look for books on healthy thinking, or try prayer, meditation or yoga.

Support, Support

It is also very important that the people around you understand and support what you are doing. Try to reduce contact with anyone who casts doubt and look for help from those who believe in you. Be around positive people and avoid negative people.

Your Just Rewards

Lastly, keep your motivation high by rewarding yourself, not only at the end but also along the way. Find small, inexpensive treats which will boost your morale and give you something to aim for. A new book, CD, item of clothing or dinner at your favorite restaurant can all help lift your spirits and help keep your eyes on your destination.

Attracting success into your life is less difficult than you may think. Follow these simple steps and you will be well on your way to having the life you really want.

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Lessons For Growing Your Network Marketing Business

Lesson 10 of 10 Simple Lessons For Growing Your Network Marketing Business

LESSON 10: The More the Merrier
Billionaire, J. Paul Getty once said, "I would rather earn one percent of the efforts of 100 people than 100 percent of my own efforts."

The world’s most successful entrepreneurs understand the POWER OF LEVERAGE. Leverage also happens to be the cornerstone of network marketing. Even the hardest, most driven worker only has 24 hours in a day. There is only so much you can do! But what if you had 10 people, 100 people or even 1,000 people working on the same thing in that 24 hour day? And what if their efforts directly benefited your business? In network marketing, leverage empowers you to earn money through your work efforts and the work efforts of others. The result is a high ratio of outcome to input in other words, a 150% return on a 100% investment. That is time (and money) in the bank!

That is it!
The 10 Lessons seem rather basic and that is because they are. While network marketing is not easy, people tend to make it a lot harder than it has to be. But wait! There is one more thing not really a lesson, but a parting thought.

Quitters Never Win
And winners never quit. If network marketing has so much potential, why do so many people fail? The reasons vary, but patience is a big factor. Growing any business takes time. For most of us, it does not happen overnight. That said, once the power of leverage kicks in, you will be surprised at how fast your business can grow. Stick with it! You will be glad you did. See you at the Top.

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Lessons For Growing Your Network Marketing Business

Lesson 9 of 10 Simple Lessons For Growing Your Network Marketing Business

LESSON 9: Make New Friends

Of course there are times when it is appropriate to talk to Aunt Mary or your best friend from high school about your network marketing opportunity, but as noted in previous lessons, network marketing is not for everyone and the sooner you realize that, the less likely you are to alienate your friends and family.

Personally, I really dislike the concept of making a list of everyone you know. We all do it to some degree, but I am much happier and successful attracting interested people to me versus chasing after unqualified leads.

The internet has changed the game for network marketers. By combining the techniques in Lesson 7, Share, Share, Share, with the power of the internet, you can draw new prospects from all over the world to you. Write a blog with tips, offer a free how-to guide, write an eBook. Internet-based network marketing is the ideal platform for those who hate cold-calling to build their business. If you are not ready to author your own material, you may want to consider distributing someone else’s material. E-books you can turnaround and offer it to people who provide you with their name, email address and phone number. As you do this, you create a list of qualified prospects. This is a technique called magnetic sponsoring.

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Lessons For Growing Your Network Marketing Business

Lesson 8 of 10 Simple Lessons For Growing Your Network Marketing Business

Lesson 8: You Win Some, You Lose Some
While relationship building is important, network marketing is also a numbers game. Some offerings have a higher close rate than others, but all of us will experience rejection and success. Realistically, you will hear many more people say no than yes. The good news is that once you have reached your no quota; you can get excited, because you are getting closer to that yes! It takes a thick skin! Focus on the getting to that yes and invest your efforts wisely. It is one thing to counter objections. It is another thing to waste your time trying to convince someone who is adamantly opposed to networking marketing that it is right for them. You may convince someone to join you, but if they were dragged into it, it is unlikely that they will stick around for long. Know when to move on. Focus on the yes!

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Lessons For Growing Your Network Marketing Business

Lessons 7 of 10 Simple Lessons For Growing Your Network Marketing Business

LESSON 7: Share, Share, Share
Unlike most corporate environments where people hoard information to maintain their expertise or try to outdo one another in order to secure the next big promotion, network marketing is an environment of cooperation where people benefit from the success of those around them.

Network marketing is about teaching and coaching. Sharing knowledge and success strategies with people on your team is a MUST because your success is largely dependent on their success. But what about people who are outside of your team? What about people who are not even involved in the same business opportunity as you? Are these people competition? You could look at it that way, but I recommend you do not and I will explain why. Network marketing is only partly about which product is best or which company has the best comp plan. These issues factor into a person’s decision to join one company over another, however decisions are largely based on people dynamics.

Do you have expertise that is of value to others? Are you sincere in your desire to help them? When you give of yourself (without motive), you will naturally form relationships with people, be perceived as a leader and draw people to work with you. In a nutshell, the more you give, the more you will receive.

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Lessons For Growing Your Network Marketing Business

Lesson 5 & 6 of 10 Simple Lessons For Growing Your Network Marketing Business

LESSON 5: Be a Good Listener
People become involved in network marketing for different reasons. On the surface it often seems that money is the driving motivation, but there is usually something more specific behind that desire.

When you are presenting your business opportunity to a prospect, ask questions about what they are looking for and listen intently to their responses. Are they looking for the flexibility to work from home, more time with their kids, extra money to travel? Find their why and help them understand how network marketing can help them achieve their goals.

LESSON 6: Show and Tell
Don’t just tell them what you know, show them!

From a product standpoint, it is easier than you might think. For instance, if you are selling a travel-related product, do not stop at telling someone they will be able to travel less expensively. Ask them where they plan on traveling next and run the numbers. How much would they save on that particular trip with your product? Do you offer a hot new technology that changes the way businesses communicate with customers? Demonstrate it. Does your product have qualities that will improve their health? Show them testimonies.

The same goes for talking to prospects. Do you have great marketing support materials? Show them. Is the training from your company’s leaders fantastic? Invite them to a call. Make your product or business opportunity real for people and let them SEE the value.

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