Mindset Monday Network Marketing Events and How to Leverage Them

Another edition of Mindset Monday comes rolling in. Really digging what 2013 has in store!

Ok so today let’s talk about network marketing events and how to best Leverage them. If you’ve been around the mlm or direct sales industry for any length of time I’m sure you’ve been to an event of 20. I know I have and I absolutely love them. But it wasn’t always that way.

Quick story…

When I first started out chasing an income…er I mean my MLM career, I couldn’t lead you in silent prayer if we were the only two people in the room.

Let’s just say I was out of my comfort zone by just talking to people.

I had a challenging childhood and wasn’t brought up with strong independent values.

If there was a room full of people watching a video and I was the one furthest from the bathroom….well I got pretty good at holding it. The thought of walking in front of people…ahh, they would see me!

But I always had a dream and a vision of something better. So when I was introduced to network marketing I was hooked. Like a moth to a flame was the idea of leveraged income. But I had to talk to people.

“Ughhh! My self-esteem was as cold as a Siberian winter.” – True story!

But I had hope and I eventually got over the fear. So much so that talking to people one on one became easier. Then talking to strangers at gas stations and grocery stores became easy as well. Soon that old 3 foot rule had nothing on me! I would chase them down the street and around the corner…

Ok let’s save that horror story for another time. Sorry…I digress.

Back to network marketing events. Ahem…

We had local events once a month and a big event every year. I would attend these events, get all pumped up and return to work the following Monday. Then when the next event came along I would do it all over again. My large team of 3 people (me myself and I) went every time. But I could never get anyone else to go with me.

It wasn’t until a few years ago when I went to a Dani Johnson event where I learned about the personality types. I also learned a great many things about myself and over the next 18 months I begun to change my mindset in how I approached business AND people.

But when it comes to network marketing events there’s a formula that has helped me leverage these events to the fullest. I share 3 quick tips on today’s video.

Ok so now you have some kind of idea of what you can do at network marketing events.

Network Marketing Event Tips

Promote others – This way you’re not promoting yourself but the star of the events. The leaders, the company, the culture, the movement, the benefits. All these things take you out of the equation and puts the focus where it needs to be.
Lead by example – When you’re taking notes, showing up early, video interviews…others are watching and seeing you take action. These things set you apart from others. Especially now with social media. Take that content, those videos and pictures and post them as soon as possible. Others will see the “hustle factor” you have. They will see the fun that you had.
Re purpose your notes – If your event is a company event (like the Empower Network event I’m going to this weekend) then this gold nugget I gave on the video at the 2:30 mark will could have the event paying for itself the following week you get back. Just plan ahead!

Now here’s a bonus for you. A video interview montage, from the Jonathan Budd’s first Unstoppable Millionaire event.

So what can you do at your next event? What stories can you share with the community on how you “DO” Network Marketing events.

Ken Pickard

The Network Dad

P.S. I always appreciate the comments and shares. YOU ROCK!

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Posted by Sylviane Nuccio on January 15, 2013 at 6:30 am

Hi Ken,

Your beginnings sound a lot like mine even though my lack of confidence wasn’t due to my upbringing but to my being bullied in School for years.

I also happened to have learned about the “personality types” back in 2006 with my first mentor and coach.

The tips you are giving are really great. Promoting others always works great and is an excellent way to market. Leading by example, is a must and more people should be aware of that.

Thanks for the great tips.
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Posted by Ken Pickard on January 16, 2013 at 1:19 am

Sylviane,

Thanks for being transparent and sharing as well. It’s funny…most people are afraid of what others think of them, or their past. In reality we’re a lot more alike than we think. This is freeing and empowering at the same time. I love it!

I’m glad you liked the tips of promoting others. Nothing like paying it forward right?!

Ken

Posted by Adrienne on January 15, 2013 at 12:16 pm

Hey Ken,

I would have never pegged you as being bashful in your early days. See, people can grow, learn and change. It’s possible because look at you now! I appreciate you sharing that with us.

Great tips from the events. I think that’s one of the things we’re always doing right! Teaching others things we’ve learned ourselves and what better information to receive then from a live event and learning from these powerful leaders.

I also agree with promoting your team members as well because getting them out in front of others will help them grow too. It will also give them the opportunity to meet a whole lot of others and that’s really the funnest part for me.

Thanks for sharing these tips and the interviews you provided as well Ken. Great stuff. Love your shares.

~Adrienne
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Posted by Ken Pickard on January 16, 2013 at 1:16 am

Adrienne,

Thanks for the comments my friend. Some day we’re going to meet at an event and I’m going to get a video interview of you! Heck if Austin was a little closer to Houston I’d stay an extra day just to swing by and see you!

Yes I was quite shy when I was a kid. Even into my earlier adult years it took some work to get me out and about in larger crowds. I think this industry for curing me of that.

I’ll agree with you all day about promoting others. Upline, downline, sideline. I’ve checked my ego a long time ago. Except the older I get the more feisty I get about pushing people along. Maybe I’m making up for lost time.

Ken

Posted by Kathy Jodrey on January 15, 2013 at 4:27 pm

Hey Ken,As always….amazing content! You are definitely the ultimate go-giver! Thanks for your transparency; it just goes to show that there is hope for all of us – regardless of where we came from.

Love, love, love both videos, especially the second one. It\’s so awesome to get the chance to check out all our favorite networking rock stars, and to learn from them. Keep the great stuff coming my friend!
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Posted by Ken Pickard on January 16, 2013 at 1:10 am

Kathy,

Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. It’s been a while and I’m glad to see you’re back on your blog! That’s awesome. I’m glad that you found my story or let’s say part of my story as hopeful for others. We each have our own story to share and we all should be able to do just that.

Thanks for the props on the second video as well. Even though it’s 2 years old, almost 3, I thought it would tie in nicely. Yes it’s fun to see familiar faces as well huh! Do make sure you drop your post of in the tribe Facebook group. Just remember to leave a comment for someone else as well

Ken

Posted by Sue Price on January 16, 2013 at 11:07 pm

Hi Ken

Wow I cannot for 2 seconds imagine you as shy or lacking self confidence. Thank goodness for personal development and the fact you have grown your confidence.

When I learned about personality types it was quite a breakthrough for me too. I got more comfortable being myself.

Great tips for events Ken. I agree with them all. I would love to be at the EN event this weekend so enjoy it. I am sure it will be amazing.

Oh and I love your video.

Sue
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Posted by Hale Yes on January 17, 2013 at 2:17 am

Hi Ken,

I feel you owe m a beer at some meeting after the meeting someday.

Nice job. This little video at 1:03 there is a tip on how to convert a text file into a PowerPoint presentation in just a few clicks.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1wdtLzJb6U

Ya might like it.
Dr. Hale
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Posted by Donna Merrill on January 18, 2013 at 1:00 pm

Hey Ken,

What great advice! Taking notes is something that is great to do at an event for great content. Also taking pictures and putting them on your blog! Putting those notes and doing a webinar is an awesome idea.

I like “The Party After The Party” When you hang out, you can make great connections. And most importantly, don’t talk business, get to know them. They are only people.

Sharing content has been one of the things you always do Ken, that is what makes you a strong leader! And people can do this too!

Thanks for always sharing your wisdom, and your personal story.

Donna
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