Podcasts about Duplication

Most leaders don't leave because of the product or the pay plan. They leave because they stop feeling heard. In this episode, Todd Falcone exposes the real reason momentum dies in network marketing—and what both corporate and field leaders need to do to fix it. You'll learn: Why corporate-field misalignment is the biggest hidden threat What makes top producers quietly disengage How silence and slow decisions erode belief What corporate needs to start doing immediately The signs field leaders shouldn't ignore If you want to keep your best people—and rebuild trust—this episode is a must-watch. Watch the full episode here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode334 For more training and coaching, visit: https://ToddFalcone.com Additional Resources for you:  Know EXACTLY What to Say in EVERY Situation as a Network Marketer and Never, Ever Be at a Loss for Words Again!  https://ToddFalcone.com/guide  Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic. If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/   

Sarah Robbins built a network marketing team that did over $2 billion in annual sales—a number most companies never reach. Then, overnight, her company stripped the comp plan, went affiliate, and collapsed her income by 99%. In this episode, Todd Falcone sits down with Sarah to talk about: Her rise from kindergarten teacher to top earner The devastation of losing everything—and how she mentally came back The systems she uses to build a sustainable network marketing team Her brand-new book, The Multiply Method, and why it's a must-read If you're serious about growing a solid, duplicating team that lasts, this episode will inspire and equip you. Watch the full episode here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode333 Get Sarah's new book at: https://TheMultiplyMethod.com For more training and coaching, visit: https://ToddFalcone.com Additional Resources for you:  Know EXACTLY What to Say in EVERY Situation as a Network Marketer and Never, Ever Be at a Loss for Words Again!  https://ToddFalcone.com/guide  Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

"WOLVES IN THE PULPIT" Laura Lynn Thompson Interviewing Mary Lindow   God sees beyond outward appearances  and focuses on the heart and intentions  of individuals, as stated in 1 Samuel 16:7  "For the Lord sees not as man sees;  man looks on the outward appearance,  but the Lord looks on the heart."    This emphasizes the importance of  inner qualities over external traits.   Hello there Brothers and Sisters!  Today's podcast is a little bit different.  I'm going to be sharing with you a link that you can click on in the picture above in the podcast.  LINK:➡️  Laura-Lynn Tyler Thompson And Guest Mary Lindow "WOLVES IN THE PULPIT" I was asked and had the privilege to be on a Christian broadcasting program on YouTube with Laura Lynn Tyler Thompson out of Canada. Laura Lynn has been a really wonderful blessing to the Body of Christ for years. She was a CBN host in Canada for many years, did other broadcasting work, and she has had the courage after having known of the Daystar network coverup of the abuse of a child from staff members, Laura Lynn was one of the first people to step back and say, “I will no longer broadcast my show on the program as long as the cover-up remains, and that the abuse allegations have not been properly vetted and handled.” She now has her own program and has been interviewing people from across the world, as well as having a lot of interviews behind the scenes with victims of abuse, victims who have been SA'd or harmed in the church, and by other predators in ministry organizations.  Laura Lynn received hundreds of phone calls from people wanting to tell their stories, and on this current program she asked me to be a guest/interviewee.  We talked about wolves in the pulpit. I looked at it from the angle of having been a woman in ministry for many years and the unfortunate accounts of inappropriate actions taken towards me as a woman. Also, we discussed current events of many cases taking place in the church and broadly across many denominations of unbelievable stories of abuse taking place that are now in major court cases.  I also discussed biblically and from a Christian counselor‘s viewpoint: What this looks like  How we address it How we help people  and  What we do when we find out there has been a tragic and heinous expression of harm done to children, to women, to young boys.   So! Without further explanation, I'm going to go ahead and let that program be something you can click on and look at.   (Click this link to go directly to the recorded version of the show. ) Laura-Lynn Tyler Thompson And Guest Mary Lindow "WOLVES IN THE PULPIT"   I am not able to put an audio version of this on my program due to the fact that Laura Lynn has copyright laws and I want to respect that this is a copyrighted program.    If you will click the link, it will take you immediately over to the program and I think you will enjoy this and you will learn some things.   Laura Lynn is a fierce advocate to protect people in the church from not only just abuse that can happen in a sexual  nature, but also spiritual abuse and all kinds of harm that can come to place when we have wolves in the pulpit, or, when we have predators in our children's ministries.   So! Without further explanation, I ask you to go ahead and click that link and I hope to have it up on my website. It should be underneath my podcasts. My website is at www. Marylindow.com.  I want to let you know I was not in anyway compensated to do this interview.  This was to give voice to the victims who have been abused.   I love you all and I thank those of you that I have graciously supporting me! I couldn't do what I do without you.  I know that the Lord will bless you for your kindness towards me!    So without further ado, I say goodbye and I look forward to the next podcast!  But! Please click the link to go listen to this very important and Informative Video program. Duplication and sharing of this writing is welcomed provided that complete message, podcast link and website information for Mary Lindow is included. Thank You! Copyright 2025  "THE MESSENGER" - The Advocate Of Hope  ~ Mary Lindow www.marylindow.com PODCAST LINK Your Gracious Support and Donations Are So Very Helpful And Assist Mary In Publishing Her Teaching Podcasts, Inspirational Videos and Audio Messages. THANK YOU! Please go to PAYPAL to donate  or support this blog:  Donate to the tax-deductible ministry name of:  paypal.me/mlindow    (His Beloved Ministries Inc.)  Or  You Can Mail a Check or Cashiers Check to:  His Beloved Ministries INC  PO Box 1253  Eastlake CO 80614  United States THANK YOU! ⇪ Would you like to know more about Steve and Mary Lindow?  Click the picture.

Ever feel like you're carrying your entire team on your back while they cheer you on from the sidelines

About Amber Brill:A powerhouse network marketing professional and mother of two, Amber transforms limitations into opportunities. Her journey from stay-at-home mom to six-figure earner embodies her core mission: empowering individuals to exceed their own expectations. As a best-selling author and industry leader, she specializes in creating simple, duplicable systems that help people unlock their potential. Amber's authentic approach and resilient spirit have made her a respected voice in direct sales, inspiring others to turn personal challenges into professional triumphs. Whether navigating industry disruptions or building high-performing teams, she consistently demonstrates that with the right mindset and support, anyone can achieve extraordinary results.In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Amber Brill discuss:Duplication through simple, easy-to-follow systemsMindset shift from hobby to professional careerRebuilding after company closure with graceImportance of team culture and supportConsistent, authentic social media presenceKey Takeaways:Developing a duplicable process that anyone can follow, regardless of technical expertise, is crucial for team growth.Personal transformation often drives professional achievement.Company culture trumps compensation in long-term business sustainability, and choosing a team and organization that aligns with your values and provides supportive infrastructure can make or break your network marketing journey.Resilience is key when navigating industry disruptions.Authentic connection matters more than sales tactics, and by focusing on understanding people's pain points and genuinely helping them, network marketers can create meaningful relationships that drive business success."Helping other people instead of focusing on your own, has always been a huge thing for me.” — Amber BrillConnect with Amber Brill:  Facebook Name: https://www.facebook.com/amber.brill2Link to Gift from Amber Brill:30 supply of Cortisol Cocktail and a copy of her best-selling book “Mastering Network Marketing: Proven Approaches from the Greats” (Rob Sperry)To get this, connect with Amber on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amber.brill2  to request your Cortisol Cocktail and/or the “Mastering Network Marketing” bookConnect with Jennie:Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/Email:  jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.comFacebook personal page: https://facebook.com/jbellingerPLFacebook podcast page: http://facebook.com/BadassDirectSalesMasteryFacebook group for Badass Crew: https://facebook.com/groups/BadassDirectSalesMomsInstagram: https://instagram.com/BadassDirectSalesMasteryPersonal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedirectsalesdomme/LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/BadassDirectSalesMasteryThe Badass Direct Sales Mastery Podcast is currently sponsored by the following:Bella Grace Elixir: https://shopbellagrace.com/?ref=jenniebadassdirectsalesmasteryLeadBuddy Digital Marketing: Use code BDSM when checking out at https://leadbuddy.io/pro-monthly-9310?am_id=jennie582Show Notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel AlvarezAudio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Network marketing compliance isn't optional — it's essential.  In this episode, Todd Falcone breaks down why the FTC is targeting the network marketing profession, what's triggering the scrutiny, and what you MUST stop doing immediately. You'll learn: Why product, income, and lifestyle claims are so dangerous What the FTC looks for when building a case How even truthful posts can be non-compliant Why companies and field leaders need to enforce compliance now What you can do to stay safe and protect the profession If you care about your future in network marketing, this is a must-watch. Watch the full episode here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode332 The Real Reason Network Marketing Is Under Fire (And What You Can Do About It) For more training and coaching, visit: https://ToddFalcone.com Additional Resources for you:  Know EXACTLY What to Say in EVERY Situation as a Network Marketer and Never, Ever Be at a Loss for Words Again!  https://ToddFalcone.com/guide  Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/ 

Creation Groans – We Groan – The Holy Spirit Groans  “Why Waiting Is Sometimes Painful”   By Mary Lindow   WELCOME TO THIS PODCAST EPISODE!  As I promised, I had told you I was going to share a few podcasts and share a few wonderful stories and experiences that I have had where the Lord has divinely protected, orchestrated and guided my life and my husband Steve's life.  It's been a very interesting and intriguing journey, and at times very perilous and not at all fun when it comes to the persecution side of things.    For some reason, there are individuals who preach a gospel that say to the masses that follow them, “Everything is going to be rosy! Everything is going to be fully prosperous financially, and you're going to be perfectly healthy every day of your life. Every single day of your life is one big, happy party!” Well, for sure, this is not biblical foundational truth when you hear these things.    If you examine the scriptures, you will see that there was a tremendous amount of persecution and much sorrow for strong believers, even some having to be driven into living into caves due to persecution! The apostle Paul speaks about learning how to abase and to abound, meaning, he learned how to function and adjust whether he had plenty or whether he had little. But, he continued to serve Christ and continued no matter how difficult the persecution became, to get back up, even after he was stoned one time and they left him for dead. He got back up and marched back into the city, met up with some dear friends, went to the next city and preached again!  (Acts 14:19-21)   This Podcast Is Going To Discuss The Current Groaning Of Creation,  Our Own Groaning And The Longing For God To Finally Complete  The Fullness Of Things So That Christ Can Return, And Of Course  The Holy Spirit Makes Groaning And Utterances Too Deep  For Our Own Words, Travailing Through Us As We Pray.   Romans 8:26-27 tells us this!  It says: 26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.   27 And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God's people in accordance with the will of God.   ALL THREE OF THESE TYPES OF GROANING ARE TAKING PLACE RIGHT NOW.  It's no secret if you know Steve and I that we have gone through a very difficult season starting a few months before the COVID-19 virus swept our world. With that taking place, we had the loss of our counseling Offices, our dear friend and team counselor/colleague and key supervisor, who carried the doctoral licensure for our Counseling Center died from Covid19.  Adding to the difficulty, ministry invitations to teach and speak also came to a screeching standstill because people couldn't travel and churches were suffering financially or were uncomfortable holding services.   WHAT IS ONE TO DO WHEN IT FEELS LIKE YOU'RE EXPERIENCING THE LIFE OF JOB OR JOSEPH OF THE OLD TESTAMENT? Certainly it's not wise to pretend that everything is “perky and wonderful” and then lie to people when they too were suffering.  No! We groaned and we wept and we encouraged and we prayed and prayed!  And then prayed some more with others who were suffering and going through the groanings of trauma and loss. For the most part (and I'm truthfully speaking), I'm telling the partial story because the long version of the personal costs and deeper details would take entirely too long to share. I'm sharing openly and a bit vulnerably for a reason though!    We personally had parents locked down in nursing homes over a thousand miles away that we could not get to and one of them died after being abused in that nursing home. Oh yes, we had police and investigators and detectives and even the state of Illinois health board investigating, but by the time they caught up with the perpetrators and those that had dropped my precious 90+ year-old mother-in-law on the front-side of her head, onto a hard wooden bedside table, and then onto the floor where they had stopped using fall mats (because no one was permitted to come into the nursing home to check during lockdowns), her bones were fractured as well as previously from another fall we didn't know about, until the x-ray team was sent in, garbed up, to run a scan on her. She was also suffering from dementia so it was frantic and frightening for her.    Deep Anguish. Deep Groaning!  The damage had been done and shortly after all of the fees and fines were placed upon this nursing facility, they placed her in a Covid-19 wing, and she died.  Alone.  We couldn't bury her.  We had one hour to make a decision what to do with her tired little body.     The Glimmer Of Good News was that my father-in-law, who was in an assisted living facility a few blocks away, lived a little longer. He only got to see his wife one time in 18 months and that was through an acrylic panel. No hugging, no touching.  When he became more frail and tired, Covid restrictions were just then being lifted.    STEVE WAS PROMPTED BY THE LORD to fly to Illinois to see his father because he knew his time to go to heaven was near.  A very dear friend that is like a close family member, graciously offered to cover Steve's flight expenses and partial hotel stay. Steve had two days of being at the hospital with Steve's father while he was being refitted with a new pacemaker, and being treated for an infection from sitting too long and alone in his assisted living apartment. He had been moved to a new, fresh, clean, assisted living facility, where one of our nieces was the new head administrator. Everything seemed so peaceful and wonderful! Steve's dad was delighted to be getting such wonderful attention and care.  Steve hugged him good night and said; “I'll see you in the morning for breakfast Dad! Sleep well.”    At 8:30 the next morning, Steve received a phone call… … From our niece, and his Dad had fallen into her arms when she went to check on him that morning. He had told her he felt a little dizzy, and then passed into heaven.    God's Timing Was In The Details.  There was joy that Steve could go see his Father, there was joy in the new accommodations and “sense of safety” with the Covid restrictions being lifted, and then there was sudden sorrow, groaning, grief, and loss. Steve's parents had made plans to be buried next to each other, but it was impossible, since Steve‘s mother had to be cremated due to burial restrictions during the thick darkness of the COVID-19 pandemic.    A BEAUTIFUL THING TOOK PLACE AMIDST THE DEEPEST SORROW.  Our United States military allows you to place the urn of a deceased spouse into the arms of the other deceased family member, if they were former military.  Steve's dad was a World War II veteran. Steve's Mother's urn was placed in the arms of Steve's dad, her husband, and they were buried together. An additional blessing was that because Steve was there, he was able to officiate his father's funeral. It was a full honors military funeral.   The Majority Of People Don't Like To Hear About Hardship From Other People. Especially people in ministry, missionary work, prison ministries, those who rescue trafficked children or those in care giving careers.  There is a “subtle suspicion” that suddenly causes people to pull back and pretend they don't see the struggle or suffering taking place when they're used to someone “appearing to look like they have it all together” or who have been some kind of a bright shining hope to them at one time in their lives, or are a ministry, or helper that they once looked up to.    YOU SEE, THE PROBLEM WITH MOST OF US IS, WE DON'T KNOW HOW TO HANDLE PAIN, SUFFERING, AND THE GRIEF OF OTHERS.   We Don't Like To Face The Reality That We May Be Called Upon  To Help Those That Are Groaning.     Just Recently, Steve And I Were Again Facing A Bit Of Difficulty because he had an injury take place when he was working at a local Home Depot in a part-time job where everybody in each department take turns working at the customer services register. Steve being the kind of guy that he is, never slacks off in his work. He leaned over into a shopping cart because there was no one else younger or stronger nearby to help, and lifted out a 60-pound bag of dry cement to scan the price. Steve is 76years old. He is very healthy, very strong, but the lifting of the heavy object caused bulging discs in his lower back and he was in absolutely excruciating pain, thus, started a long recovery.    He Is Actually Doing Really Well Now, and we are so grateful for the prayers and the wonderful chiropractor and doctor that we have, who are both Christians and are 100% committed to working towards better health without surgeries. During this time of Steve having to be home and not working and going to physical therapy, we were both also still doing part-time counseling. Steve gradually had the strength to work on installing and fixing a small appliance in our home.    STEVE ALWAYS, WEARS HIS WEDDING BAND ON HIS LEFT HAND.  He loves that wedding band!  Sometimes we set our wedding bands on our kitchen windowsill close to each other so that we can see them next to each other and feel the “cozy joy and love” of knowing we are forever each other's true love.  When we were first married, we had picked out our wedding bands, and Steve's was white gold with a gold center band running through it, with a few lovely diamonds embedded in it. It's a very special lifetime treasure, which we hope to pass on to one of our grandchildren one day.    Steve Had Taken His Ring Off And He Set It In A Strange, Not Normal Place.  I had been cleaning house and I noticed his ring sitting in an unusual place.  I thought to myself that I had better leave it there because he might remember where he put it and might want to put it back on.  About three days later, he told me he could not find his ring. He couldn't remember where he put it and I went to look for it in the location that I had last seen it.  It was gone.    Now Here's Where It Gets Interesting!  Steve had a little tin up on his bookcase in his office area. It was an old Altoid mint tin. In it, he keeps a cloth tape measure, rolled up very tightly, a couple coins, and I think he has some paper clips in there. But that's where he usually takes his ring off and usually puts it in the tin, or next to it every night. He had gone in and looked and took that bookcase apart, and yet, the ring was not to be seen.  I had gone in and looked from top to bottom as well, looked behind his desk with a flashlight, you name it, and I was searching everywhere! I even looked in his sock drawer to see if the ring had somehow fallen in there, but we could not find it.    WE WERE GREATLY DISCOURAGED, HEARTSICK, SADDENED.  Yes, it was another time groaning, another disappointment another loss, and although it may seem to be materialistic to some, this was something emotional. It was a bond between us both, that when we took our vows we put those rings on each other‘s hands looking firmly in each other's eyes saying, “till death do us part”.    You don't want to replace something like that. It has history.  It has memories.  It has weight to it.    One week passed.  Two weeks passed.  Three weeks passed.  We still could not find it.    I Even Took My Vacuum Cleaner Bag Out And Put A Mask On and poked through it's contents with a pencil into every single dusty section to see if maybe it had gotten suctioned up into the bag. Nope, it wasn't in there. I finally decided I was going to share it in the Kingdom Prayer rooms on Faith United Network's Christian media site. I'm part of a team of prayer warriors there that pray for people from everywhere, and we fervently pray for, “everything”. Several people decided they were going to get busy praying with us and I basically said that our hearts are broken.  It's been something that we just were in anguish over.   ONE AFTERNOON I WENT TO LAY DOWN ON OUR BED TO REST.  The next day was Father's Day.  As I lay there I asked the Lord if he would please by his grace, by his mercy, guide me to that ring, show me where it was. I spoke to the Lord saying to him that it would be such an indicator of great love for Steve to find that ring for Father's Day. It would mean so much to know that the Father cared about even the slightest detail of our lives.  I Just Could Not Sleep During That Nap After Praying And Crying A Little Bit. So, I got up and something prompted me to go back into Steve‘s office and look in that mint tin, one more time.    Now remember… Steve had looked in there and I had looked in there thoroughly.   As I took the tin down and held it closer to my line of sight, at first I couldn't believe what I was seeing!  Right there, perfectly placed like an egg in the middle of a nest, right in the middle of the wound up cloth measuring tape, perfectly wrapped around it, was Steve's ring, sitting in the center of it. If we missed seeing it, then we missed it! But I know, and Steve knows that we both had looked in that location several times to no avail.  If the Lord in his kindness and his goodness decided to make sure that the ring was put in a place and then prompted me to go look one more time, I'm going to receive it in childlike faith that he cared so much that let us know.    THE HEAVENLY FATHER CARES ABOUT THE VERY SMALLEST OF THINGS! Now, some may say, “This is foolishness! Why would God care so much about a ring, and why would he possibly move it or have you see it in a different way?”    There's Another Interesting Happening In The Scripture. The floating ax head is a story from 2 Kings 6:1-7, where the prophet Elisha helps a man who lost a borrowed ax head in the water. Elisha performs a miracle by making the iron ax head, float to the surface, demonstrating God's care for even small concerns in our lives.   There's Also A Story Of The Woman Who Had Lost One Of Her Ten Silver Coins.  When she swept her house and looked everywhere for it and when she found it, she went outside and all of her neighbors rejoiced with her. (Luke 15:8-10)    I WAS SO EXCITED that I'd been prompted to go look specifically in the location of Steve's ring!  I put it on my finger and walked out and smiled at Steve and I said, “Guess what? Happy Father's Day!”  He was so delighted and we both cried a little bit, then and then stopped and gave God huge thanks, and then of course I immediately went and shared with the prayer group that the ring had been found! Yippee! There was genuine delight and genuine rejoicing!   Dear Believer!  God IS In The Smallest Of Details.  He's In The Little Things That Matter.    RIGHT NOW WE ARE EXPERIENCING UNPRECEDENTED DEVASTATIONS, HATRED, AND TURMOIL IN THE WORLD. Some say that things may be getting better, but maybe in another location it's becoming more difficult.    THE EARTH IS GROANING! We are aching and groaning and questioning!  We are crying out to God saying,  “What is going on? What more can we do? How can we pray?  Why are so many suffering?  Why are the answers not coming?  Why is it taking so long?  Why do I have to wait for the answer?”   Friends, Inside Of All Of Us, The Holy Spirit Is Groaning.  That is the urging for us to pray, to cry out and weep before God with groaning too deep for even our own words. The needs of God‘s people, and the cry for God's intervention is as urgent in our days as it was in the time of Isaiah. I'm concerned that we may have forgotten the proper concept of what the so-called Christian life is in the sight of God. Honestly, unless God comes down as “when the melting fire burns to make his name known to his adversaries”, our efforts to stop these unrelenting attacks are pretty much fruitless. That's from Isaiah 64:2    LOOK AT THE PICTURE OF MANY IN PUBLIC MINISTRY RIGHT NOW!  How much of it presented in the wisdom of man, applauding the talent, the charisma and the physical appearance? And yet how little of the demonstration of the Holy Spirit's genuine power. THE BIBLE DOESN'T HIDE BROKENNESS.  It doesn't tie up pain up in a neat little package. What it does is, it shows us the kind of hope that enters into our suffering.  A hope that weeps, a hope that groans.   Psalm 34:18 says, “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”    The Hebrew Word For “Near” Doesn't Mean Help Is On Its Way.  No! It's a much more in its potent meaning! It means “present” -right now. Close enough for you to feel God's breath while he speaks in your ear that. He is there.  The Word “Crushed” Is Also Strong Word.   When you're crushed, you feel ground down, shattered, and at times you cannot lift your head.  Friends! God doesn't despise you or ignore you when you're crushed.  Actually, he moves TOWARDS you.  He definitely doesn't say, “get up and stop your sniveling”, first!  Instead he says, “I will reach down and help you.” He did this through sharing, sending his son Jesus Christ.  Love came down to us…    DC Robertson In His 30 Day Devotional Book Titled “Hope For The Broken” Made Very Powerful Statements. I Will Share A Few With You.   “Hope doesn't start when the storm passes. It starts when you realize you are not alone in the storm.  This is a place where the real journey of Hope begins, not in the removal or the resolution of our pain, but in the nearness of God TO us while we are IN pain.  That's what sets biblical hope apart from motivational thinking.  It's not about finding the silver lining. It's about finding the savior in the dark.”   FRIENDS. THE CHURCH IN A BROADER SENSE,  IS SUFFERING GREATLY BY HER OWN HANDS.  Self harm, whether it's by individuals or institutions, without a doubt involves defective thinking that is a side effect of self-deception.    Many Of Us Are Grieved And Groan At The Devastation In The Church That Happens When Victims Are Silenced And When Abusers Are Protected. So often, Power is abused and truth is hidden from those considered by the deceivers as “the less powerful” in the body of Christ. His bride is still struggling with being unwell and too often is found to be “unsafe”.    DR. DIANE LANGBERG HAS SO MANY GOOD STATEMENTS TO SAY ABOUT THESE THINGS.  RECENTLY, I READ THIS EXCERPT FROM ONE OF HER POSTS.  “It's extremely important to remember that all power is given to us. The power that is operating in someone's position, they're gifting, their knowledge or verbal ability, or their spiritual authority has one source. All of that power comes from Christ. He said to us all power is given to ME in heaven and on earth, it's not ours! It's his and it's to be used in humility and in alignment with his word and his character.  He who had all power never used it to feed off of a vulnerable person or to increase his stature or to protect himself. Any power that we have is his and is to be used to bless others with his grace and truth.” Christian psychologist Diane Langberg is a deeply intelligent and humble woman who has arbitrated among war torn countries, advocating for healing and preaching Christ through loving actions and helping reconciliation take place. She makes very potent yet honest assessments regarding the condition of many of the houses of worship being exposed today.    I'D ABSOLUTELY SAY FRIENDS THAT THERE'S A WHOLE LOT OF GROANING GOING ON AND THE HOLY SPIRIT GROANS AS HE SEES THE DECEPTION AND THE HARM BEING DONE!   Here are Diane's words; “Where do we who serve a holy God, full of grace and truth, find justification for protecting a place where he desires to dwell, when that place is full of sin and harm done to his lambs? When this is done, we have failed to meet even the requirements of the law of the land, which calls the abuse of children and spouses criminal. Jesus cleansed the temple twice. His people did not listen. The spiritual leaders of the people failed to obey him. The desecration of God‘s house and his people were scathingly denounced by both Jeremiah and Jesus.  We who are the people of God, who worship in his sanctuary, need to pay heed and listen!  Our God would have his refuge be holy, like he is holy. And in Matthew, after Jesus cleansed the temple the second time, he gave us a clear view of his ability to restore God‘s house to its true calling, giving us a picture of what that restoration looks like!  After the cleansing, the wounded and the sick came in and he healed them. And the little ones came into the temple and sang praises to our God. When the people of God expose deeds of darkness and the wolves in our midst that commit them, the wounded are healed, and the children sing. It is then that we will know the sanctuary of our God is indeed a holy dwelling for our Lord's Holy Spirit and a safe harbor for his lambs.  One of the measurements of our faithfulness to God is in the way that we conduct ourselves in relationship to our fellow humans. A second measure of our faithfulness to God is in the stamping out and the calling out of sins that harm humanity.  When these conditions are met, we as his people then live out the character of a holy and loving God and do this in front of the afflicted and needy while a watching world observes.  It's when we chase out the darkness and we address the corruption and provide a true sanctuary of safety, that we once again become a holy and a safe place.”  (Excerpt From the Book “In Our Lives First” - Meditations For Counselors. Volume 2)    DIANE'S WORDS HAVE A DEEP CONVICTING MESSAGE!  Holy Spirit groaning most definitely takes place as you digest and pray over her words.  The truth can cut deep into our denial of things.  The Holy Spirit was sent by Jesus, and he told his disciples that he would send another, which would be the Holy Spirit who would convict the world of sin.   Conviction Causes Us To Groan As The Holy Spirit Groans, Seeing The Condition Our Own Souls And The Souls Of The Present Day Deceivers Of Our Current Day.   CREATION GROANS! Romans 8:22-23 so deeply expresses this “groaning of all creation and longing” as we wait upon God, waiting for him to transform every aspect of our lives as individual temples of the Holy Spirit and to transform his church, making his bride spotless and without blemishes or malice. 22 “For we know that the whole creation has been groaning together as if in the pains of childbirth until now.  23 And not only this, but we too, who have the first fruits of the Spirit [a joyful indication of the blessings to come], even we groan inwardly, as we wait eagerly for [the sign of] our adoption as sons—the redemption and transformation of our body at the resurrection].”   FRIENDS, THE WAITING IS SOMETIMES PAINFUL. The groaning of the whole of creation describes the state of suffering and dissatisfaction with everything we have today!  Look at how the earthquakes and the tragic floods and heartbreak of their aftermath, the fires burning in the West and the winds are groaning in the Earth right now! We know - we feel - deep down inside that something is wrong!  Our anxiety and frustration is our inward groaning.   SO WHAT'S TO BE DONE?  THERE'S ONLY ONE THING. We wait upon God.   We must cry with a cry that never rests! We say to him, “Oh that you would open the heavens and come down, that the mountains might flow down with your presence!” That's Isaiah 64 verse 1.  We must desire, groan in prayer and believe, and we must ask and expect that God would show us Unseen, Unknown things.    Jeremiah 33:3 says, “Call to me and I will answer you, and tell you [and even show you] great and mighty things, [things which have been confined and hidden], which you do not know and understand and cannot distinguish.”   IF HE CAN SHOW ME IN MY SIMPLE MINDED HEART CRY, exactly where my husband‘s wedding ring had been misplaced, or where it had been lost and he had in fact, placed it where I could find it, can he not show us great and mighty things that we know nothing about?   Oh Weary Listener!   We must put our trust in a God who men absolutely don't know exactly how he goes about preparing acts of great grace and compassion for them!    FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE  WAITING FOR HIM TO FREE YOU,  TO VINDICATE YOU AND OTHERS  FROM GROSS LOSSES AND HARM,  KNOW THAT THIS WONDER WORKING,  MIRACLE DOING GOD,  CAN SURPASS ALL OF OUR EXPECTATIONS.     It Must Be The Only One True God Who We Put Our Trust In.  Yes! Let us as God's people prepare him room in our hearts to wait on a God who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above, what any of us could ask or think.  That's Ephesians chapter 3 vs. 20.   Let's join ourselves together as his chosen ones who cry day and night to him for things that men have not seen! He is able to arise and to make his people a name filled with praise and humble adoration in the Earth!   Isaiah 38 verse 18 says,  “The Lord will wait, that he may be gracious to you,  Blessed are all those that wait for him.”     In Closing Out This Podcast,  I'd Like To Say Lovingly But Clearly,   We Must Take Time To Develop  This Much Needed Element Of Our Christian Walk.      I Echo Andrew Murray, Who Often Talks About How Little We Wait Upon God. We get too much secondhand teaching and spiritual information from the teachings of men. Now, that teaching may have great value, even like the spiritual information, John the Baptist sent his disciples away with, but he sent them to the living Christ. If the teaching leads us to God himself, then it's good teaching. But what our lives need is more of God.  Anyone who wants to learn the beauty of waiting on God would do himself or herself a great favor to remember the lesson from Isaiah chapter 7 verse 4. It says to take heed and be quiet. “It's good that a man quietly waits.”    Friends, Take Time To Be Separated From All Of Your Friends, All Your Duties And Cares, And Even Your Joys. Take Time To Be Still And Quiet Before God. It's when we look to the Lord and we wait for the God of our salvation that God will hear us and answer us in the most perfect and loving way.   Micah 7:7.  But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.   LET'S PRAY TOGETHER  Loving Father, I pray that You would teach me how to prayerfully and patiently wait on You, and to come to a true understanding of what it really means to wait on the Lord. Help us to be still before you, to listen to Your voice through Your Word and to abide in You. Keep us from fretting and worry, but rather let us learn more of You.  Draw us closer to Yourself and keep us from presumptuous thoughts, but rather teach us humility of heart, knowing that Your desire for all Your children is that we do justly, love mercy and walk humbly before You. And in all things, I pray that as we learn to wait on You and go deeper into Your Word of truth, that in all things we would bring glory to Your name.  In Jesus' name I pray, Amen. Duplication and sharing of this writing is welcomed provided that complete message, podcast link and website information for Mary Lindow is included. Thank You! Copyright 2025  "THE MESSENGER" - The Advocate Of Hope  ~ Mary Lindow www.marylindow.com PODCAST LINK Your Gracious Support and Donations Are So Very Helpful And Assist Mary In Publishing Her Teaching Podcasts, Inspirational Videos and Audio Messages. THANK YOU! Please go to PAYPAL to donate  or support this blog:  Donate to the tax-deductible ministry name of:  paypal.me/mlindow    (His Beloved Ministries Inc.)  Or  You Can Mail a Check or Cashiers Check to:  His Beloved Ministries INC  PO Box 1253  Eastlake CO 80614  United States THANK YOU!      

What does it really take to stay in the network marketing game for over two decades? In this raw and real episode, I sit down with Wes Bewley, a full-time network marketing professional with 25+ years in the industry. Wes has experienced the highs of explosive growth… and the lows that most people never talk about. We discuss: The real key to long-term network marketing success How to survive (and rebuild) when your team or company falls apart The mindset that keeps pros like Wes going year after year Why consistency and perspective matter more than hype Whether you're just starting or you've been around for a while, this interview is a must-watch if you're serious about building a career in network marketing—not just chasing a quick check.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and network marketing legend Dan McCormick to explore the power of affirmations and how they shape your thoughts, your actions, and your future. Dan's new book, Awakening Who “I AM”, is a transformational guide to unlocking your full potential—and he's giving away 1,000 hard copies for free! Get your free book at: https://AffirmIAM.com Watch more episodes: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode330 What we cover in this interview: How affirmations rewire your subconscious Why self-talk either lifts you up or tears you down What to affirm if you want to create success Dan's personal rituals and daily disciplines If you're ready to step into who you really are… start here. #PowerOfAffirmations #DanMcCormick #AwakeningWhoIAm #ToddFalcone #NetworkMarketing For more training and coaching, visit: https://ToddFalcone.com Additional Resources for you:  Know EXACTLY What to Say in EVERY Situation as a Network Marketer and Never, Ever Be at a Loss for Words Again!  https://ToddFalcone.com/guide  Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

I find it ironic that the government and the electorate are once a gain keen on getting rid of some of the layers of our council bureaucracy. First NZ First's Shane Jones publicly questioned the role of regional councils, pondering whether “there's going to be a compelling case for regional government to continue to exist”. Then Prime Minister Christopher Luxon told Mike Hosking that the Government was looking at local government reform. On Friday Matthew Hooten wrote a piece about Regional Councils reiterating Chris Bishop's question that he's been asking many local councillors. Is there any point in having regional councils. So it's on the table. Of course the battle against bureaucracy is alive and well around the world. Duplication of services and excessive layers of governance means that savings could be made easily and safely and it's something we've always discussed. Last term the government reformed District Health Board from 20 boards into a single entity Health New Zealand or just that reason but the new government has taken against that and they've announced a return to locally delivered healthcare because they believe that in regional decision making is the best way to go. We're still waiting to see what that will look like. Meanwhile reform of regional councils looks awfully like the formation of Auckland's Super City. A reform that has a heap of enemies because of it's devolution of power away from communities. As Hooten says the reason we hate the Super City are the Council Controlled Organisations a move that was supposed to replicate State Owned Enterprises. But the problem there is that we can't but shares in CCOs so they become the worst of things. A mongrel hybrid of Council bureaucracies and Private Monopolies. So we seem to like amalgamating public bodies but then when it happens we moan that our voices are no longer heard and that bureaucracies have become too huge and out of control. So, what is it people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

https://duplicationnation.com/ In this episode, Randy discusses the critical role of duplication in network marketing success and reveals seven specific strategies to achieve more powerful duplication in your team. This includes proper leadership and empowerment of distributors, and creating a culture that promotes self-reliance and problem-solving. Please rate, like and share.Show Notes:Direct Selling Success: https://amzn.com/dp/1119594553/ The ABCs of MLM: https://www.amazon.com/ABCs-MLM-Randy-Gage/dp/099794823X/ref=pd_bxgy_d_sccl_1/141-2064272-8950730

In this episode, Todd Falcone addresses a critical issue in network marketing: the destructive power of ego. Success can lead to unintended arrogance, strained relationships, and ethical pitfalls. Todd explores: How unchecked ego can sabotage your career The importance of humility and ethical conduct The impact of gossip and negative comparisons Strategies for maintaining integrity in your business practices Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the industry, this episode offers valuable insights into building a sustainable and respected network marketing career. Watch the full episode here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode329 For more training and coaching, visit: https://ToddFalcone.com Additional Resources for you:  Know EXACTLY What to Say in EVERY Situation as a Network Marketer and Never, Ever Be at a Loss for Words Again!  https://ToddFalcone.com/guide  Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

In this episode, Todd Falcone tackles one of the most overlooked challenges in the profession: The low cost of entry in network marketing. Yes—it's great that anyone can join. But when people have no real investment, they rarely treat the business seriously. You'll learn: Why being “too affordable” creates massive turnover The difference between joining and truly committing How mental investment changes everything Why most people fail—and how to avoid becoming one of them What it looks like to treat your $99 like $99,000 This message is a wake-up call for anyone who's tired of dabbling and ready to build something real. Watch the full episode here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode328  Also: If you've ever said, “I don't know what to say,” you need the brand-new Little Black Book of Scripts 2.0—your ultimate guide to powerful conversations that move people. You can get it here:  https://ToddFalcone.com/guide  For more training and coaching, visit: https://ToddFalcone.com Additional Resources for you:  Know EXACTLY What to Say in EVERY Situation as a Network Marketer and Never, Ever Be at a Loss for Words Again!  https://ToddFalcone.com/guide  Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

https://duplicationnation.com/ Imagine being a fly on the wall, able to listen in as three of the brightest minds in network marketing discuss how AI can grow - or damage - your business. That's exactly what you'll experience this episode as Erick Gamio, Jaime Lokier, and Randy Gage bounce insights and ideas off each other on the role AI and related technologies can play in developing your business. This is an extremely thought-provoking show that will have you thinking about AI in ways you probably never have before. Please like, share, and provide your comments. WARNING: Explicit language

By Mary Lindow Hello to all of you who are listening via podcast today or who are reading this message! I just finished being a part of our weekly prayer gathering this evening, and I have to tell you, the presence of the Father was so absolutely strong and evident in our time together! I am literally to the point that I anticipate all day long on Thursday evenings, getting together with the group that we pray with.    We have been blessed week after week, month after month with the sweet and strong presence of God as we intercede for our nation, for the globe, and for so many other things that the Lord lays on our hearts to pray about.   I HAVE BEEN WORKING ON THE PODCAST THAT I HAD TALKED ABOUT EARLIER. I am still trying to get it to compile and come together and I know that if I rush this, I will not share it in the light of how the Lord wants it to be presented properly.   BUT, I HAVE BEEN HAVING ANOTHER MESSAGE AND WORD FROM THE LORD STIRRING DEEP WITHIN MY SPIRIT, AND SO THAT IS WHAT I'M GOING TO SHARE WITH YOU TODAY. Hearing God accurately in the mess and chaos that the world is in right now, is of huge importance!  May the Lord continue to use you all to proclaim and speak truth, no matter what the cost. It is so worth being called a servant of the Lord during hard and challenging times.   TODAY, I'M GOING TO TALK WITH YOU ABOUT WHAT IT MEANS TO BE IN A PLACE OF SAFETY, A PLACE, OR A “HAVEN” OF BEING SHELTERED BY THE LORD. Especially during very, very difficult and hard times. I'll share how to discern and hear His voice in the chaos of the nonstop noise the dark world bombards us all with. It's ratcheted up to crazy levels, and shouts loudly to attempt to distract us from discerning the times, and hopes to discourage us and knock us off balance with fear, and then rob our peace.   IT'S OBVIOUS THAT THE EARTH IS IN ONE MASSIVE UPHEAVAL, AND NO MATTER WHERE YOU TURN RIGHT NOW, THE CRISES CONTINUE TO MOUNT AND BOIL! And so, people begin to put aside spending time in the word of God, and certainly in his presence, to spend time with the love of the Internet and scrolling through their telephones through social network information and high charged doomsday podcasts and videos. This can absolutely create stress and anxiety, and it also creates a terrible problem with comparing ourselves to other people and where we are at in life.   PRAYER IS NOT A BORING HARD THING WHEN YOU REALIZE  THAT YOU ARE FACE-TO-FACE, OR LITERALLY,  “PRESENCE TO PRESENCE” WITH THE FATHER.   A tremendous man who walked daily in the Presence of God, Andrew Murray, said in a book that he wrote,  “It's one of the terrible marks of the diseased state of the Christian life in these days that there are so many that are content, and remain passive and content, without the distinct occasion of having experienced answered prayer. They pray daily, but know very little of direct, definite answers to prayer as the rule of their daily life.”    Psalm Thirty verse four says, “I sought the Lord and he answered me.”   We must understand that it's the Father's will that WE SEEK HIM OUT to daily have dialogue with his will, and it's his will to have his children to listen to him and then, he listens to his children and agrees to their requests. It's his will that we should come to him day by day, with specific requests, and he will every day, do for us great and wonderful things! What we ask sometimes might be a case where the specific answer is that he refuses our request, but our Father lets us know when and why he can't give us what we request. It's like his Son Jesus, and so we will withdraw our petition or our request.   When did Jesus do that? Jesus said in the Garden of Gethsemane, “If this cup could pass from me, but not my will, but your will be done.”  He said this to the Father.   WHETHER OUR REQUEST IS ACCORDING TO GOD'S WILL OR NOT, GOD WILL BY HIS WORD AND BY HIS SPIRIT, TEACH THOSE OF US WHO ARE TEACHABLE, and he will give us time to withdraw our requests if they're not according to God‘s mind or purposes.   LET'S PRESS IN. LET'S JUST STAND FIRM UNTIL THE ANSWER COMES! PRAYER IS GIVEN TO US TO OBTAIN AN ANSWER! It's in prayer and its answer, that the exchange of love between the Father and we his children takes place.   MY QUESTION IS, “ARE YOUR  PRAYERS BEING ANSWERED?” During the last hours of the age that we're in, there will be two opposing groups or alliances in the world.    The First group are those whose hearts are absolutely overwrought with bitterness, resentment and hatred.   The Second group is those whose love has actually increased, and are experiencing the power of the Kingdom of God, now!   Jesus told us about this in Matthew in chapter 4:10-13. He said, “At that time many will turn away from the faith and will betray and hate each other, and many false prophets will appear and deceive many people.  Because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold, but the one who stands firm to the end will be saved.” And then in Matthew 24:14 he added, “This gospel (good news) of the kingdom shall be preached in the whole world for a witness to all the nations and then the end shall come.”   SO, THE BIG QUESTION IS... ...“WHAT IS THIS GOSPEL OF THE KINGDOM?”  It's the whole truth Jesus came to bring, not only that part that saves us from our sins, but also that part which creates us in his image! It's the full message, the full good news with all its requirements and all of its rewards!  It's is the full price for the full power! It's the most glorious pearl that a person can possess. The presence of God in His glory, revealed, made known within and among us!   IF WE WANT TO GAIN THIS GREAT LOVE, WE WILL CONTINUALLY BE FORCED TO MAKE CHOICES TOWARD MERCY, OR, TOWARD UNFORGIVENESS, and if we don't walk in a forgiving attitude, we will certainly become prey to an embittered spirit, if it's in fact, God‘s plan to allow wickedness and holiness at the same time,  so they grow to full maturity.   We must guard our hearts ahead of time from reacting in bitterness or unforgiveness because the increasing anarchy will certainly give us occasions to lose love, with the attempt to make us hard so we can survive in this cruel world.   WE OFTEN WITHDRAW FROM THE GENUINENESS OF PURE LOVE! We can't choose cautious, selective love, and also walk in the power of God's kingdom, my friends! To defy pain, we sometimes unconsciously shut down our love, because after all, its love that makes us vulnerable.   GOD WANTS US TO BE A PEOPLE WHOSE LOVE IS GROWING HOT, NOT COLD. Jesus didn't say that we had to trust our enemies, but he did say that we had to love them anyhow. You might be asking why!  One reason God allows difficulties is to test us! ( I know! I know! We don't want to hear that! ) He wants to see if our Christianity is just an intellectual pursuit or just thoughts and feelings of the mind, or if following him is truly the highest passion of our hearts. So, he tells us in Matthew 5:44, “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” Wow!    SOME OF YOU HAVE GONE THROUGH REJECTION AND BETRAYAL MOST LIKELY. The Lord says to you today, “You did not fail, you have continued to love, and although you went through great pain, yet you have forgiven, those who have hurt you.”  My friends you have passed the test.   THERE ARE HOWEVER, SOME OF YOU LISTENING OR READING THAT STILL HAVE CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS IN YOUR LIVES THAT YOU HAVE NOT FORGIVEN, AND WHOM YOU DO NOT LOVE.  Maybe you're right, they don't deserve your forgiveness, but what you don't realize is the consequence of your anger. You see, as long as we refuse to forgive, a part of this is trapped in the past where you will always be reminded of your pain, and until we forgive, we will not be fully released to go on with our life. Even the time of year in which you were hurt will bring depression.   THERE'S ONLY ONE WAY WE CAN HAVE TRUE FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD AND THAT IS IN THE HERE AND NOW, RIGHT NOW, LIVING IN THE PRESENT. But if our mind is in conflict with others, we're neither here nor in the present. When we live in the past, we are cut off from God! What people did to us to hurt us is over! It's done; it doesn't have any real existence or life of its own, except in your mind.   SO THERE WITHIN US, THE DEED CONTINUES TO LIVE AND FESTER AND AS LONG AS IT LIVES, WE'RE STILL BEING HURT BY IT. The person or the people who wounded you may have long since died. They can't be blamed because it's us who keeps our wounds alive. Not only is the quality of our spiritual life affected, but often our physical health pays a price as well!   As long as we keep holding onto the burden of what someone has done to us, every time we think about it or think about that person, the stomach acids start to churn and anxiety increases, and then of course our body is continually put under stress.   If we don't forgive those who have hurt us, we lose a measure of our capacity to love and whether they deserve forgiveness or not, we deserve a better life! God wants to give you a better life but you can't enjoy abundant life and carry unforgiveness, because we're shackled to something that was hurting us. Did you know that our own unforgiveness tortures us?   SO HOW DO YOU GET OUT OF THAT PRISON?  HOW DO YOU FIND THE PROTECTION OF GOD FOR YOUR SOUL?    Well, God calls us to forgive. You have to see the hands of God reaching to you in the midst of your pain. He wants to redeem that conflict using that specific crisis or hardship to develop and perfect character in you. It will be this experience that he will use to make you like Jesus. To become like Jesus is to dwell, to live, in the place of rest and the safety of God. Every time we say, “Father, I choose to love. I choose to forgive. I choose to forget and not hold it against this person”, we are taking on the nature of Jesus. Friends, rejoice that Jesus is taking over your heart. You are entering into the strong, safe haven of God's shelter.   I DO MANY THINGS THAT THE LORD HAS ASSIGNED ME TO DO IN LIFE NOT ONLY AS A MINISTER, BUT ALSO AS A PASTORAL COUNSELOR. I also host and facilitate a group called “The international Prophetic Women's Mentoring Council.” This is a group of women from all walks of life several cultural groups and different backgrounds. We meet through zoom video sessions and individually. The thing that is “the glue that bonds us” is the fact that each of us have been called into ministry, and each of these women flows in a different expression of the prophetic gift. This past week we had a zoom session and our conversation and subject matter was regarding, the power of intercession and what it takes to approach the Face of God, in a right attitude.   One of the things that stood out so strongly in our time of dialogue and accountability to one another was the fact that in order to hear clearly from the Spirit of God, we need to have the inward witness, or the “inside part of us that communicates with God”, clearly in a place of submission and humility before him, and, that we first come into a place where we have asked the Lord to cleanse us. That means cleanse our hearts before we try to come to Him in prayer.   MANY PEOPLE DON'T KNOW HOW TO HEAR THE VOICE OF GOD. They seek it through quick daily devotionals, or they seek the voice of God through other people every day, instead of seeking the Lord himself. The scripture tells us clearly in John 10:4-5, “His sheep know his voice, and strange voices, they will not follow.”   SO WHAT ARE THE STRANGE VOICES? The voices from the external world that are constantly pumping us full of data, fear, rhetoric and forced compliance to social conditioning. If we choose to listen to the voice of strangers, then we move further away from being sheep in the pasture of the Lord.   SO HOW DO WE KNOW HIS VOICE? How do we discern that it's him? The number one thing, is that God always speaks life. He always speaks truth. And when God speaks, it brings peace, even in the midst of hard difficulties or hard decisions. An absolute solid peace comes and says, “This is the way, and this is what you have to do!” Your own ears will hear him. Right behind you a voice will say, "This is the way you should go,” whether to the right or to the left. That's Isaiah 30:21.   THE HOLY SPIRIT LIVES IN YOU. God absolutely wants to direct your life through your decision-making. The Holy Spirit guides us in our spirits (not through our physical body). The Number One way The Holy Spirit leads and guides us is through what the Bible calls, the “Inward Witness.” Proverbs 3:6 says,  “Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take.”   WHAT IS AN INNER OR INWARD WITNESS? An inner witness is an impression, or a sense or perception on the inside of you. Romans 8:16 tells us, “For his Spirit joins with our spirit, to affirm, to confirm, that we are God's children.” Jeremiah 7:23-24 says this to us,  “But this is what I commanded them, saying, ‘Obey My voice, and I will be your God, and you will be My people; and you shall walk entirely in the way which I command you, so that it may go well for you.'  Yet, they did not obey or incline their ear, but walked by their own advice and in the stubbornness of their evil hearts, and they went backward and not forward.   AS KINGDOM PEOPLE, WE'RE NOT LED BY OUR SENSES. We're not led by our ears or our eyes. We're led by our spirit. When we talk about hearing God, we're not talking about hearing God with our physical ears. We're talking about hearing Him in our spirit.  Here's a great example:  The Apostle Paul had been arrested and he was headed to his trial. Before he took the journey he sensed something in his spirit. He wasn't the captain of the ship, but he sensed something in his spirit.  In Acts 27:10, Apostle Paul said, "Men, I perceive we're going to face a disaster and heavy losses on this voyage. This disaster will cause damage to the cargo and the ship, and it will affect our lives." It wasn't long before the ship hit a cyclone, but an angel appeared and guaranteed Paul that everyone would make it, and they did! What was it that what Paul said in the beginning? “I perceive".   This is what we're looking at right now. We're talking about being led by the Spirit of God, no matter what circumstance or difficulty we might encounter.   BEING A PERSON WHO IS CALLED TO A PROPHETIC MINISTRY, I AM CLEARLY AWARE OF THE FACT THAT 90% OF WHAT I DO, ALSO COMES FROM TEACHING PEOPLE FROM THE WORD OF GOD REGARDING HOW TO  “HEAR” THE VOICE OF GOD.   My job is not to be a telephone for people to connect to God with, nor simply through prophesying. This is not going to change lives long term if the word of God is not taught and also if people don't act on it and obey it.   I HAVE HAD SOME STRANGE ENCOUNTERS WITH PEOPLE WHO THINK THAT I HAVE SOME KIND OF HOTLINE OR SATELLITE CONNECTION TO GOD TO HELP THEM GET ANSWERS. They need something or want to hear what the Lord has for them by asking me for a prophetic word. My friends this is not how the prophetic word of knowledge or word of wisdom works!  I had a lady when we were Pastoring a local fellowship come up to me after the service and she asked me if I would please, “do whatever I do, do that thing that I do”, and see if God would show me where she had put her wedding ring. She had lost it. I remember feeling very uncomfortable and a cold chill went through my body! My thought process was, “this woman wants me to be like a palm reader, or a magic eight ball! She wants me to use divination to find her wedding ring!“ Very kindly but firmly I told the woman, “You can ask the Lord to show you where it is yourself, or just simply go on looking for it. Pray that the Lord would lead you to it, but to ask me to ask the Holy Spirit to show me where it is, is basically trying to use another voice to speak to God for you when you can speak on your own to him.”   THERE ARE TIMES, WHEN GOD WILL SPEAK A WORD, AND IT IS DONE THROUGH A PROPHETIC UTTERANCE, and it gives us a word of knowledge about something or a word of wisdom about a specific event where we need to have insight, but it will always confirm with the Spirit of God what he has already put down on the inside of us that we can't seem to quite untangle, until the prophetic word comes and brings a clarity to it.   SOMETIMES THE HOLY SPIRIT WILL HAVE SOMEONE BRING A PROPHETIC WORD THAT COMES IN THE FORM OF LOVING CORRECTION, BUT IT IS STILL CORRECTION, AND PEOPLE GET ANGRY AND SHOUT, “HOW DARE YOU JUDGE ME! Who are you to judge me?!”   Of course what this is a reaction to being caught out in bad behavior or hidden sin, and the Lord gently, lovingly, brings a word of warning.   ALL OF US KNOW WHEN WE SLIP AWAY FROM SPENDING TIME IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD. We know when we slack off from reading the scripture and from meditating on it, letting the Holy Spirit speak through the word to us. This is where the areas of bitterness and lack of purity in our walk with the Lord get all tangled up.   FRIENDS.  ASK THE HOLY SPIRIT TO TEACH YOU HOW TO BE LED BY HIM. (By the way, you might need a refreshing of your commitment to only follow his voice.) You don't need a prophet to hear from God for you, or have a constant prophetic word to make decisions. Simply say these words. “Holy Spirit, teach me how to be led by you.” Then, before you make any major decisions, acknowledge God. Say, “God, this is what the situation is,  >  insert your situation  

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Network marketing compliance is not optional—it's critical. In this episode, Todd Falcone breaks down the compliance mistakes that are putting companies and reps at risk—and how you can avoid becoming the reason your company gets investigated. You'll learn: What the FTC and FDA say about income and product claims Why “lifestyle marketing” can violate compliance even without words How to use income disclosures correctly The dangers of making disease or medical claims about products What to do if someone on your team is making exaggerated or illegal claims If you're in network marketing and you care about protecting your business and income, this training is essential. Watch the full episode here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode325 The #1 Selling Script Book in Network Marketing: https://ToddFalcone.com/guide Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:     |  http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/   

In this episode of Leaders, a Network Marketing Podcast, host Keith Callahan sits down with Lori Bush, former CEO of Rodan + Fields and one of the most respected voices in direct selling. Lori shares the behind-the-scenes story of building a billion-dollar brand from the ground up — and the pivotal lessons she learned about leadership, product strategy, and the soul of the network marketing model. Keith and Lori explore the tension between digital innovation and human connection, what it really means to duplicate leadership (not just sales), and why understanding the “people first” philosophy is non-negotiable for long-term success. They discuss the future of the channel, the power of community over clicks, and how to align product, opportunity, and story into a movement that lasts. Get a FREE copy of Build To Last book Get on the waitlist for the Leaders Academy Follow Keith on IG

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In this episode, Todd Falcone interviews global network marketing leader Muzafer Najfi, a bold visionary who has built one of the most expansive and high-performing businesses in the profession. Muzafer doesn't just think big—he executes big, and he leads others to do the same. His success isn't based on hype. It's rooted in clarity, belief, and intentional action. Whether you're leading a team of 5 or 5,000, this episode will shift your perspective and show you what it takes to build and lead with impact. Here's what you'll learn: How to build a global network marketing business The mindset required to lead internationally How to create buy-in and cast vision that inspires action The role belief and authenticity play in long-term success The most common mistakes people make when trying to scale Watch the full episode here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode323  The #1 Selling Script Book in Network Marketing: https://ToddFalcone.com/guide Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:     |    http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/    ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

By Mary Lindow The words, “The Harsh Winds of Life”  have been playing themselves over and over in my mind. As I have pondered them and have allowed the Voice of the Holy Spirit to instruct me as to why I have been impressed with this statement, I sense the Lord addressing many deeper issues that are well anchored and maintained within our souls as believers.   HARSH WINDS These blustery currents in the natural can be devastating to property, trees, and all living-breathing creatures. We have all seen what the devastation of hurricanes and tornadoes can do in a very short amount of time. Often when listening to the traumatic stories of those who have lived through a nightmarish storm, the realities of what they hold near and dear have been laid bear and brought to the surface. Many weep over the loss of family photographs or tender things like Grandma's old chipped china and are unconcerned about larger material items, but are deeply thankful for the safety of family members after a traumatic event. Others, are shaking fists at the sky and are enraged that they have been infringed upon during a difficult time, and want somebody else to pay for it!   THE HARSH WINDS OF LIFE BLOW UPON THE GODLY AND THE UNGODLY.  NO ONE IS EXEMPT. There are some of life's storms that threaten to blow away everything we've depended on as well. Friendships are tested, relationships are strained, and the Lord uses these harsh winds blowing against our lives to remove the crusty chaff that can form and harden around the seed of our lives. Those who are independent in nature find a bitterness creeping into their attitudes and heart. They feel infringed upon when things are not easily controlled or maneuvered in their favor. And so, the Holy Spirit allows the winds to blow until a conviction penetrates the self centered soul, and exposes the fleshy comfort zone of, ‘My Way, My World, My Rights”! "No man has power over the wind to contain it;  So no one has power over the day of his death.  And no one is discharged in time of war,  So wickedness will not release those who practice it." -Ecclesiastes 8:8   HOW LONG WILL THE HARSH WINDS BLOW? As long as we practice wicked behavior in the eyes of the Lord, and no matter how hard we try, we cannot stop it! He is winnowing us, allowing us to be caught up into the refining wind of the Holy Spirit's conviction so that the chaff and waste places in our souls are removed. And trust me my friends, anything that you may be hiding or pretending wasn't “that bad”, that harmed someone else, well God will allow it to come to the light to be either judged or to be cleansed and yes, there may be consequences that you don't like.   WE CAN'T HARM OTHER PEOPLE, OR ABUSE THEM, SEXUALLY PREY UPON THEM, SPIRITUALLY ABUSE AND DOMINATE OR SLANDER, and then pretend that it wasn't “that big of a deal”! It's a huge deal to God and he will continue to pursue us in order to cleanse us if we will allow him access. (Yes you can say "ouch" right about now!)   CHAFF MUST BE REMOVED.  BUT WHY? Chaff is a waste material plowed into the soil or burned. Chaff, as a waste product from grain processing, shows us a symbolic use of the idea that refers to something seen as worthless. Now, this is where we read, "to separate the wheat from the chaff" from Matthew 3. It means to separate things of value from things of no value. Another example is in Psalm 1 which says: "Not so the wicked! They are like chaff that the wind blows away".   WE CHRISTIANS OFTEN PRESUME THAT BECAUSE WE ARE REDEEMED THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL SACRIFICE OF CHRIST FOR OUR LIVES, THAT WE HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR AN EASIER AND MORE PRIVILEGED LIFE. This is simply not so! We are given a shield and a holy stamina to withstand the wiles of this world, but no free passes to a life of ease.   THE LORD LOVES ALL OF MANKIND. He longs for ALL of mankind, (that includes you and I) to come to a place of trust in His way, not “our way”. Fully stripped of self-will, self-gratification, self- justification, and self-focus. Matthew 5:45 says~  “He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, And sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.”   I KNOW! I KNOW! THIS STINGS! "But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth." James 3:14 About now, I can hear a few righteous folks saying, "I would never boast about envy! " Well! Selfish ambition is well hidden in our personal behaviors. We offer gifts or opportunities for others to be blessed or helped as long as we are feeling in control and benevolent at the time of the offer or good intention. But when the winds of life shift and the Lord allows the chaff of "waste materials" in our soul to be Tornadoed —bitterness and exclusive rights abound! Huffiness, abrupt harshness and passive aggression (which means getting even) will manifest and expose the soul's clinging nature, which does not want the hand of God striping away any safety veneer that we use to protect our approach to life.   A CHANGE IN THE SPIRITUAL CLIMATE HAS OCCURRED! John 6:18 says, “A strong wind was blowing and the waters grew rough.” Jesus allowed the wind to be a teaching point for his disciples. They had walked with Him, talked with Him and served alongside Him. But trusting Him when the Storms and Harsh winds blew revealed a weakness that we all must look at, and often. We trust the Lord when things are going our way, but when the Harshness of a storm blows us off the course that we set, many times we run to our own devices or “Plan B”.   SO MANY AT THIS TIME IN THIS DIFFICULT AGE ARE SCREAMING, “Lord! Don't you care about me? The winds are blowing, and I am fearful for my life! If you Love me, why are you allowing this horrid event to occur?” Even Peter in his zeal to get out of the boat and see if it was indeed Jesus calling to him to come, once he was out of the safety of his own control and the winds blew against him, he focused on the wind, and not upon Jesus, who was there the whole time. Peter cries out, "LORD I am perishing! SAVE ME!”   CONTROL IS A DEEP, DEEP NEED. Perhaps THE deepest need people have, is for control. When we feel out of control, we experience a powerful and uncomfortable tension between the need for control and the evidence of “inadequate control”. Without the Presence of God in our lives, we will attempt to control everything, every event, and every person around us in order to attain the sense of order and “identity power” that we crave.   DRAWING NEAR TO GOD It was James, the brother of Jesus, who wrote to the believers in Jerusalem, "Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, sinners, and purify your hearts, you double- minded people!" (James 4:8). If we draw near to God, he will respond and draw near to us. Drawing near to God is spending time with Him, worshiping Him, praying and talking to Him, inviting Him into every aspect of our lives. EVERY.  PART.  OF.  OUR.  LIFE.   BRING YOUR HEART UNDER HIS LORDSHIP James gives us the blueprint for drawing near or “right up close” to the Lord.  If you've committed sin, confess it, get rid of it. Next, ask the Lord to examine your heart, your motives, and the things that make you do what you do.   Bring your heart under His Lordship as well. May our actions be manifestations of a clean heart and conscience. Allow HIM to remove the Chaff, the wasted time controlling things, and TRUST Him to align your life. Notice that when he writes about this he says, "Purify your hearts, double-minded people."   WHAT DOES HE MEAN BY "DOUBLE-MINDED"? Well, a person who is double-minded is drawn in two completely different directions. And so he or she will get nowhere fast because loyalty is divided. They will vacillate between faith and unbelief. And, a double-minded person is unstable in all his/her ways and his/her spiritual walk is inconsistent because he/she tries to serve God and his/her own interests, and gamble their life against the Harsh Winds. We've all learned that this kind of living never works.    YOU CANNOT SERVE TWO MASTERS. Friends again I say this under the anointing of the Holy Spirit, the master that you serve whether it be hiding something that is a secret sin or offense to The Lord, or things that you are aware of that have dishonored others, they will be brought into the light one way or the other. If you think you can hide it, if you think you can gloss it over, God will eventually bring it into the light and have you exposed for deception. Or, you choose to get the help you need and you can humble yourself! Yes, there may be consequences you don't like, because of your actions and choices. But repentance and accountability will save your soul. It may not save your marriage, it may not save your ministry, and it may not save your job or your relationships. But it will save your soul, because humility enters, and God can re-create what has been destroyed and damaged.   GOD DOESN'T PLAY GAMES! No one is going to get very far with God by playing spiritual games. It will soon be discovered that the only people playing the game with you will be you, yourself, and again, YOU.  It's just like people thinking that they can "ride the fence" into the kingdom. There is no riding the fence; there is no lukewarm support group. You're either in or out. If we really want to know Him, we are going to have to get serious about our relationship with Him.   WE DON'T WANT DIFFICULT!  I will tell you right now, that even as I write and speak these words, I can feel the resistance to pruning and more change in my gut!   Are you in a pruning, shocking, "getting trimmed back" difficult season right now?  Most everyone is!  Feeling like your wings have been clipped? Are you seeing a pattern of lethargy and a dullness of joy maybe in your daily life?  Don't waste those struggles friends! Know that God is very... VERY... intentional. And, He has a good plan for all of it.  Every challenge is an opportunity to practice walking one day at a time, with really clear thinking and gratitude, and He is right there, inside you, to help you.   LIKE I SAID BEFORE! WE DON'T WANT DIFFICULT!  But my oh my, I do want to be like Him! So I'm in surrender-mode now, friends.  I'm saying, “Cut away, Lord. Go deep.”  WHY? Because I want ALL that He has for me.  I want the fruit.  I want all that abundance, and I know it's waiting for me when this weird and awkward season changes.   THERE IS ANOTHER PHENOMENON I FIND THAT HAPPENS DURING THE PROCESS, WHEN THE HARSH WINDS OF LIFE ARE BEARING DOWN. And, one that I find that is unhealthy to ignore. The enemy of our soul is observing and is feverishly “taking notes” about this difficult process, and I believe he finds it quite enjoyable; he laughs and ridicules and flings missiles of insults that shout that, "only a loser needs this kind of difficult adjustment ”.  This of course, is a lie but, one which we can tend to believed on a bad day! Listening to the wrong voice can tempt us to believe the blowing away of chaff in our lives is punishment, and comes from God being mad at us.  It can cause us to pull back from deeper fellowship or social engagements (social distancing tools too, like Face Time, ZOOM, integral) these paralyze honesty, transparency and humility. It can lead to self-hatred, self-protection, denial about how we hurt others with half-truths, and so on!   I AM TRULY BECOMING MORE AWARE IN MY SPIRIT THAT GOD CAN ONLY USE ME—OR “BEST USE ME”, THROUGH THE PARTNERSHIP OF HIS POWER AND MY WEAKNESS.    A wise and well-tested man by the name of Alan Hood must have had a few pruning clippers dig into his life at time or two and learned this lesson. He stated,  “To Be Pruned Is To Lose The Resources, Whether Monies or Physical Strengths Upon Which Everyone Around You Measures You As Successful.” LET'S READ THAT AGAIN…      …S  L  O  W  L  Y !    “To Be Pruned Is To Lose The Resources, Whether Monies or Physical Strengths Upon Which Everyone Around You Measures You As Successful.”   TRYING TO USE OLD THINGS WHEN GOD IS TRYING TO GIVE US NEW THINGS IS REALLY SUCH FOOLISHNESS!  Psalm 85 talks about Restoration, Re-tooling and Revival. Verse 8 says,  “I will listen to what God the Lord says; He promises peace to his people, His saints —but let them not return to folly.”   I'M TRUSTING THE LORD'S GOOD AND GRACIOUS HAND IN THE PROCESS THAT THE WORLD IS EXPERIENCING RIGHT NOW.  I know God does not intend to leave even a healthy fruit-bearing branch how it is, but He is always after a more abundant harvest for His people. I don't get it, I don't like or want difficult!  But I also don't want a puny little sick looking basket of bitter, green, unusable fruit out of life!  He will “give the increase” when I reach the end of this seeming devastation of stymied ideas and “put on hold” plans, and let me tell you something crazy, I feel it coming!  The increase! I'm learning to WALK in harmony, in tune with the truth that, “He is dwelling like healthy sap, in me, and will keep sin and despair from having dominion over my life”. (Romans 6:14) YOUR LIFE TOO!    A MOMENT IN HIS ANGER - A LIFETIME IN HIS FAVOR. God disciplines for a moment when He wishes to get our attention and our lives may indeed become painful for a period, but then comes His favor. God doesn't delight in either our depression or our damage.  And, when He begins to deal with the chaff in our lives, it is for our advantage, that we may be conformed to His likeness and reflect His holiness. When we sense God's disapproval, when it appears He has withdrawn from us, it is only so that we see our utter need of Him.   WHEN LIFE SEEMS TO BE SO SOUR, WHEN EVERYTHING CRUMBLES, then we must remember what we “say we believe”, that God's favor is with us, because of Christ's worthiness given to us, because we are adopted and are His - which means, that His favor always wins out over His disapproval.   THIS PICTURE IS PAINTED WELL BY THE WORDS "WEEPING REMAINS FOR A NIGHT."  Weeping and sorrow are pictured as a traveler who comes to stay for a night. The pain and sorrow we feel may seem as though it has moved in with us like an unwelcome guest, who decides to stay for a very long time.   REJOICING THOUGH, COMES IN THE MORNING. Your “mourning”, will dissipate in the morning”. Your winter, will melt into summer. God will replace your sighing, with singing. Grief, will give way to gladness. What was once bitter, will be made sweet. And, what was once a desolate wilderness, will be transformed into a paradise.   LIKE THE FIRST RAYS OF THE SUNRISE WHICH DISPEL THE HARSH WINDS AND GLOOM OF NIGHT,  GOD GIVES US JOY WHEN THE DARKNESS OF OUR PROBLEMS SEEM AS THOUGH THEY'LL NEVER LEAVE.   YOUR CROSS IS HIS GLORY What is so crucial to understand is that as a Christian, your life will be filled with times of weakness and strength, with want and wealth, with disgrace and honor, with crosses and comforts, miseries and mercies, joys and sorrows, delight and mourning. As this cycle of separating “Chaff” from our lives reoccurs many times in our lives, and it moves us from the cross to glory. For your own health and so that you find all your satisfaction in Christ alone, God will send you times of great growth and other times of emptiness. When the harsh winds blow, know that God desires that you find your hope and comfort by His own fire. When the balmy breezes come, give Him praise and thanksgiving for the warmth He provides. Psalm 57:1 says, "Have mercy on me, O God, Have mercy on me, for in you my soul takes refuge. I will take refuge in the shadow of your wings until the disaster has passed.”   (PROPHETIC EXHORTATION AND WORDS OF KNOWLEDGE NOT INCLUDED IN WRITTEN MESSAGE CONTINUE IN THE AUDIO MESSAGE FORMAT BEGINING AT AUDIO PLAYER TIME MARKER 21:38) Duplication and sharing of this writing is welcomed 
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In this episode, Todd Falcone sits down with Jim Tanner, a 7-figure network marketer who built his entire business by recruiting professionals—using the exact strategy Todd teaches. Jim didn't chase anyone and everyone. He focused on high-level individuals who could see the value of the business and had the drive to build. If you want to stop wasting time on people who never take action and start building a team of professionals who produce, this episode is your blueprint. Here's what you'll learn: Why recruiting professionals in network marketing is the most efficient path to growth Jim's step-by-step process for identifying, approaching, and enrolling top-tier prospects The mindset and language shift required to attract leaders Common mistakes people make when trying to recruit up How to build with purpose and create duplication from the start Watch the full interview here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode322 To learn how to recruit professionals like Jim Tanner, check out: https://ToddFalcone.com/recruitup Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:    |     http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.”   If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

In this powerhouse episode of Modern Motion, host Steven sits down with longtime friend, Marine Corps veteran, and solar powerhouse Michael Gutschmidt to unpack what it really takes to go from humble beginnings to building a multi-million-dollar life. Raised in rural Iowa, Michael's journey took him from working cornfields to fighting in the Marine Corps, then diving headfirst into network marketing and eventually discovering his ultimate vehicle: the solar industry. Over nearly a decade, Michael has built a reputation for relentless discipline, unwavering values, and leading from the front. In this episode, he shares his insights on: How direct sales transformed his life Why ego and comfort destroy more dreams than failure The role of physical discipline in shaping business success What it means to serve under great leadership vs. chasing status The future of solar and the uncommon mindset required to win Detaching your identity from outcomes and finding deeper fulfillment This isn't a fluff piece. It's raw, real, and deeply tactical. Whether you're an entrepreneur, team leader, or just someone on the grind — Michael delivers clarity, purpose, and a battle plan for long-term success. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome + Intro to Michael Gutschmidt 02:00 – From small town Iowa to the Marine Corps to millionaire 05:15 – Discovering entrepreneurship through network marketing 09:00 – Why most people fail (and how ego kills growth) 13:45 – Duplication, leadership, and building real leverage 17:20 – Sacrifice vs. chasing comfort 21:10 – Excellence, discipline & why fitness matters 26:30 – Building success: vehicle, mindset, and hard truth 30:45 – The solar opportunity: Where the market's really headed 35:00 – What it actually takes to build wealth 39:20 – Detaching self-worth from accomplishments 42:10 – Fitness, sleep, and energy: the trifecta 45:05 – Why Sunder is built different 47:30 – If I could talk to my younger self…  

In this episode, I sit down with top network marketing leaders Jeff and Debi Beebe, who share how they built a thriving, stable business by leading with clarity, integrity, and heart—right from the start. Unlike the typical story of struggle-to-success, Jeff and Debi approached their business with intention from day one. They share powerful insights on how to build a team culture that lasts, attract committed business builders, and stay focused on what really matters. In this interview, you'll learn: - How they got started and built with confidence - Their approach to attracting and retaining strong leaders - The systems and culture they've created to support duplication - Why consistency and authenticity have fueled their long-term success - What you can do today to build a rock-solid business Whether you're just getting started or looking to take your leadership and team-building to the next level, this episode is packed with practical value and real wisdom. Watch the full interview here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode321  Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:     |   http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

  By Mary Lindow As you settle in to listen to this podcast, maybe you're facing difficult times and you wonder how God can still have a plan for your messy, hurting, perhaps disillusioned life. What about your loved ones, or those in the neighborhood around you? There's so much brokenness that it can feel like anything you do to help is like a drop in the ocean. I certainly have had several moments this past season, months, days even, of being broken, disillusioned, angry, all the emotions that can go with hearing terrible stories of betrayal, clergy abuse, child abuse, adult children being estranged from parents, parents being estranged from their adult children, walking many from sadness over deep wounds from past relationships, festering with anger, guilt and shame. This service of working with broken people that God has called us to, (and me specifically these past couple of years as a Biblical pastoral Counselor), well, seeing and hearing the sadness, can wear you thin at times, and I go running to the feet of Christ over and over again, asking him to make sense of how humanity can be so vicious and destroy one another. Of course Jesus came to die for all of us, and in fact was broken, beaten, bruised and yes, he wept. So He knows the anguish and grief that can tow us under! The Lord has always been close to those who are crushed and broken, right from the very start.   Brokenness Doesn't Distract Or Hinder God. He extends endless compassion and love to us, even when we are feeling absolutely crushed. When we don't want anyone to see our brokenness, our shame, He is always close, never with judgment but always with kindness. The kind of kindness that heals. The question is: “Does brokenness have any purpose?” Or is it a hindrance to God's plans and promises? Can God Turn Our Brokenness Into Something Beautiful?   In Matthew 26, Jesus had His last meal with the disciples before He went to suffer on the cross. Now, even though I've read this passage many times, something rich recently stood out. “As they were eating, Jesus took bread, blessed and broke it, gave it to the disciples, and said, ‘Take and eat it; this is my body'. (Matthew 26:26). First, Jesus took the bread, Then He blessed it, And then He broke it.   Now, I thought to myself … “Why would He not first take the bread, break it and then bless it?”   There's A Purpose To Why Jesus Did It This Way. The blessing comes before the breaking, because this was the theme of Jesus' life: Jesus was blessed by the Father and the Spirit during His baptism (Matthew 3:16-17). Jesus endured the brokenness on the cross (Luke 23:26-39). And, Jesus conquered death through His resurrection and then ascended to the right hand of the Father. This is the greatest blessing for believers because we are united with Christ and fully restored to God!  (Ephesians 1:20; Ephesians 2:4-6).   Blessed Then Broken Then Blessed again. That's the pattern.   Maybe You're In A Season Where You Feel More Broken Than Blessed. I understand. But because God has blessed us with His Son, every ounce of brokenness we experience on this side of eternity is pointing us toward the blessing of heaven, where we will be reunited with Christ, if we trust in Him. God also redeems our current brokenness as a means of blessing others who are also broken (2 Corinthians 1:4). We Can Know With Confidence That When We Endure Brokenness And Pain, There Isn't An Ounce Of Our Brokenness That Is Not Under The Blessing Of God!   This Is A Hard Truth To Grasp. It may even be something we want to reject because it feels unfair or even cruel! I agree that it can feel that way. Even Jesus Himself agrees. Just a few verses after the Last Supper, He prayed in the garden of Gethsemane and cried out, “I am deeply grieved to the point of death” (Matthew 26:38a, CSB). We don't have to dismiss our feelings when it comes to our brokenness. Even Jesus felt the full range of His emotions before His most broken moment. We can come before God in humility with our raw, honest emotions. We can bring our brokenness to Him. We can trust that Jesus is with us, NOW. And, we can look to the cross and the empty tomb, knowing that though we experience brokenness, Jesus overcame it.   Brokenness Isn't The End For Us. Blessed, then broken, then blessed again. Lord, give us the grace to endure this reality.   I don't think it's a coincidence that Jesus, who was blameless and pure, had scars that remained after his resurrection. Jesus' scars were not a flaw. They're a reminder that even the Savior of the world has experienced brokenness. They also give us a tangible answer to our doubts, like they did for Thomas. In a moment of faithlessness, doubt and brokenness, God meets Thomas with compassion and kindness. Jesus' Scars Are A Demonstration Of The Lengths He Went To For Us, a sacrifice given to restore hope in a broken world full of broken people. And the same hands that were nail-scarred? They have our very names written on them as a promise that God will not ever forget or forsake us (Isaiah 49:16). Just like a scar, they're permanently written as a reminder of God's commitment to us, no matter how broken we feel.   Very Few See This Bleak Moment For What It Really Is.      It's a chance to see their need for something that is beyond themselves. But my friend, this can be a moment where the soul can cross over from its own empty silence, into an expected quiet that is alive with His presence. It silences the anguish, the anxious restlessness into a calm and still place of peace. It's as if the soul finds that in this dark place, there is a secret well of sweet water, and it springs up and overflows with light and life.    LEARNING TO PASS INTO THIS PLACE OF THE SPIRIT AND ALLOWING GOD TO KEEP YOUR SOUL IN REFRESHING SILENT TRANQUILITY IS A TRUE ACT OF THE MATURING BELIEVER.   God Put You On Earth In Your Exact Place For His Specific Purpose, and you are living in that purpose, even when you don't know it. Your soul may be grumbling and resisting, but you are living the story that God is ready to reveal to you. God is a lot bigger than you expect Him to be. He's a lot bigger than your circumstances. He is a God of detail. He is deeply involved in the small details of your life, but He has a "bigger yes" for you. Your true glory is the revelation of His splendor, his amazing ability to create redemptive “Resurrection moments” revealed in you day by day.   In 1 Peter 1:6. It says,  "In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials."   As Jesus Is Revealed In You, You Can Rejoice No Matter What.   The Display Of His Glory Often Comes Through Your Wounds. Your dark nights and cries of longing are lovingly heard, and as His bright light dawns, your grief contrasts with His glorious joy. In brokenness, God works in you something beautiful, deep, and solid to offer others. You are developing inner strength as you are being blessed, broken, and given as an offering in your trials. True strength comes from your desperate need of God. You are a joy to Him as you offer yourself as a representative of His sufficiency. Paul said He wanted to know Christ and be conformed to the fellowship of sharing His sufferings, knowing there's a resurrection coming. (Phil. 3:10).   Know that your Father created you for this time, for these very circumstances. He knew exactly what would be happening in your life as you are living it right now. He knows the impact for which He is preparing you, that still awaits you. Be Filled with his Grace and hope to lean into the purpose that you were create for, in spite of difficult people, through hard circumstances, and through tough challenges.   Your Purpose, My Purpose Is In The Process. We won't get there overnight. We won't mysteriously wake up with it one morning. But today we are closer than yesterday, and tomorrow we will be closer than we are today. Be at peace in Him to know these things, and rejoice in Him. HE IS ALIVE! We Are Not Alone.   Let's Pray Together, Dear Lord, Sometimes I feel overwhelmed by how painful earthly brokenness can feel. Please help us, help me remember that you Jesus are our greatest blessing. You are with us now with me now, as we face hardship and grief and sadness and await a day when you will make all things new. Give me strength, give those that are listening strength as we long for this day, and we ask this in the name of the Resurrected King of Heaven, Jesus Christ, The Messiah. Amen.   I Know That Many Of You Are Going Through Many Things In Your Own Lives and there is so much going on around us everywhere right now as the Lord is more than shaking his church. He is exposing so many uncomfortable things, but what he is really doing is bringing his people back to a place to where HE alone is enough, his word alone is light and life, strength and guidance, no matter how difficult or dark the times can be. His word will penetrate past all of that panic and bring us daily comfort. I'd like to call it daily bread since we're on the subject of talking about bread, and remember because Christ was the bread of life and he gave it to us, and since we've given our lives to him, we are now bread of life to others with whatever we speak out of our mouth in the name of Jesus. It has to be in accuracy and mimicking the way he lived and walked. If it isn't, then there's going to be difficulty there's going to be pain. It's going to cause pain. It's going to cause difficulty.   So I Encourage You, If You're Running And Hiding or if you're trying to protect yourself from something that you've done that you know needs to come out into the light,run to Jesus, then tell the truth and get the help that you need. It won't be easy, but that clawing horrible feeling of waiting for the shoe to drop will end, and the enemy will no longer have a foothold in your mind. For Those That Are Suffering Because Of The Behaviors Of Others and you know that there just doesn't seem to be an answer or an end in sigth, and certainly no vindication. I encourage you to not back away and to stand where God has you, but don't grow bitter and don't look for revenge. This is when we take it back into our own power at our own strength. I Bless You Today! I encourage you to get before the Lord and ask him to show you “the way” that he has for you during these times where he is maturing you, maturing his bride, and it is all for the glory of the ONE who laid down that entire greatness so that we would have an access to return to heaven.   Duplication and sharing of this writing is welcomed, as long as the complete message, website, podcast link and information for Mary Lindow is included. Thank You! 2025 "THE MESSENGER"  - Mary Lindow www.marylindow.com www.marylindow.podbean.com   If you would be so kind and assist Mary helping her to meet other administrative needs such as website and podcast costs, or desire to bless her service in ministry with Spirit-led Love gifts or regular support:   Please JOYFULLY send your gift in the form of:  ► Personal Checks ► Business Checks ► Money Orders ► Cashiers Checks To:    His Beloved Ministries Inc.  PO Box 1253 Denver, Colorado 80614
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Fed up with vague business advice that tells you to "just believe more" or "trust the compound effect" without explaining how? Josh, a failed rock star turned seven-figure coach who's trained over 40,000 entrepreneurs since 2014, cuts through the noise with a refreshingly honest approach to business psychology.At the heart of Josh's message is a challenge to the way we teach business skills. He uses a powerful analogy: telling someone to "fix their mindset" without providing tools is like telling a child to "be better at math" without teaching them how to solve the equation. The child might do affirmations all day, but without the actual formula, they'll never solve for X. This perfectly captures why so many entrepreneurs remain stuck despite consuming endless content.The Performance Triad framework offers a comprehensive alternative. First, master your subconscious beliefs by going beyond surface-level mindset work to address the unconscious rules driving your behavior. Second, understand the psychology of messaging to prevent triggering fight-or-flight responses in prospects (explaining why so many go silent mid-conversation). Third, implement leadership systems based on true coaching principles that transform how you develop your team.Josh particularly challenges the "duplication" myth in network marketing, where leaders avoid teaching advanced skills because "not everyone can do them." This flawed logic creates businesses where growth is limited to the lowest common denominator rather than elevating those ready for the next level. The result? Teams full of "silent quitters" – people technically still involved but mentally checked out after trying ineffective techniques for too long.Ready to move beyond vague platitudes and learn frameworks that actually produce results? Grab Josh's "Questions That Convert" framework at joshcoats.com where you can pay what you want – even just $1. It's time to replace "just do it" advice with strategies that actually work.If you would like to learn more about working with Josh, and the Performance Coaching Certification, visit JoshCoats.com!

This week was the 10 year anniversary of MLM Nation's podcast and I want to thank you for listening.We launched in March 2015 with a mission to provide inspiring stories and valuable lessons from around the profession to help you achieve network marketing success.A lot has changed in the last 10 years but the profession is still around and new leaders are born everyday.This is a special anniversary episode to celebrate YOU and our profession.To make this episode special, I wanted to bring on Josie Tong, who's a successful leader and helped the launch of MLM Nation in 2015.Who is Josie TongJosie Tong is a multiple 6 figure earner who has made over 7 figures in lifetime commissions.She's a dear friend and has been featured on MLM Nation multiple times and lives in Sydney, Australia.

Success in network marketing isn't random. Your results are a reflection of your daily habits. If your business isn't growing, if your income isn't increasing, if you're frustrated with your progress… it's time to take an honest look at your routine. In this training, I break down: The #1 reason most network marketers struggle The daily habits that separate top earners from everyone else How to create a routine that forces success Why A-Team is the ultimate system for rewiring your habits for growth A-Team has been completely revamped, and for a very limited time, you can lock in exclusive early pricing: -A-Team CORE: $397 Only $297 -A-Team ELITE: $997 Only $697 -A-Team ELITE + RETREAT: $4997 Only $3997 Spots are extremely limited, and when this deal expires, the price goes back up. Read the full blog post here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode320  Join A-Team before this deal disappears: https://ToddFalcone.com/team Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:      |     http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

Most people think their struggle in network marketing is because they don't know how to recruit. That's not the real problem. The real problem is discipline. In this video, I break down: Why recruiting isn't the issue—it's lack of daily action The biggest mistake network marketers make when it comes to consistency How to create non-negotiable habits that force you into action Why A-Team is the ultimate solution for staying accountable and developing discipline A-Team has been completely revamped, and for a very limited time, you can lock in exclusive early pricing: A-Team CORE: $397 Only $297 A-Team ELITE: $997 Only $697 A-Team ELITE + RETREAT: $4997 Only $3997 Spots are extremely limited, and when this deal expires, the price goes back up. Read the full blog post here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode319  Join A-Team before this deal disappears: https://ToddFalcone.com/team Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:     |     http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/   

If your team isn't growing, there's a reason. And it's not the economy. It's not your upline. It's not because people aren't interested in network marketing. It's because you stopped recruiting. In this video, I break down: Why network marketers get stuck in management mode The real reason your team isn't duplicating How to get your team growing again—without dragging them Why A-Team forces you to take action so you never stall again A-Team has been completely revamped, and for a very limited time, you can lock in exclusive early pricing: A-Team CORE: $397 Only $297 A-Team ELITE: $997 Only $697 A-Team ELITE + RETREAT: $4997 Only $3997 Spots are extremely limited, and when this deal expires, the price goes back up. Read the full blog post here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode318  Join A-Team before this deal disappears: https://ToddFalcone.com/team Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:     |    http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

The biggest reason most people fail in network marketing? They quit too soon. They give up before the results show up. Before the skills are built. Before momentum kicks in. And it's all because of one simple reason: unrealistic expectations. In this video, I break down: The #1 reason most people quit network marketing Why quitting too soon is the biggest mistake you can make The two things that keep people in the game long enough to succeed How A-Team forces you to take action so you NEVER quit too early LIMITED-TIME OPPORTUNITY: SAVE UP TO $1,000 ON A-TEAM!  For the first time ever, A-Team has been overhauled and upgraded with more accountability and higher-impact training than ever before. And for a very limited time, you can lock in exclusive early pricing: A-Team CORE: $397 Only $297 A-Team ELITE: $997 Only $697 A-Team ELITE + RETREAT: $4997 Only $3997 Spots are limited, and when this deal expires, you will be paying full price. Read the full blog post here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode317  Join A-Team before this deal disappears: https://ToddFalcone.com/team Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:      |   http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

Fear is the #1 silent business killer—and if you don't learn to control it, it will control you. In this video, I break down: How fear is quietly destroying your business without you realizing it Why what you project onto prospects determines your success How to train yourself to project confidence and authority (even if you're new) Why A-Team forces you into action so fear never holds you back again LIMITED-TIME OPPORTUNITY: SAVE UP TO $1,000 ON A-TEAM!  For the first time ever, A-Team has been overhauled and upgraded with more accountability and higher-impact training than ever before. And for a very limited time, you can lock in exclusive early pricing: A-Team CORE: $397 Only $297 A-Team ELITE: $997 Only $697 A-Team ELITE + RETREAT: $4997 Only $3997 Spots are limited, and when this deal expires, you will be paying full price. Read the full blog post here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode316 Join A-Team before this deal disappears: https://ToddFalcone.com/team If you enjoyed watching this training video, feel free to subscribe to our YouTube Channel.  We publish videos several times a week.  Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:     |    http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/

The biggest mistake in network marketing isn't what you think. If your team has slowed down, if your recruiting has stalled, if your momentum has disappeared, this is why. In this video, I break down: The hidden mistake that kills most businesses and how to avoid it How to stay in personal production even as your team grows Why managing your team is actually destroying it How A-Team keeps you accountable to the actions that drive real results If your business feels stuck, this is your solution. Click Here to Enroll Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more high-impact network marketing strategies. #BiggestMistakeInNetworkMarketing #NetworkMarketingSuccess #MLMGrowth #RecruitingSuccess #BusinessMomentum #FearlessNetworker #ToddFalcone #StopManagingStartRecruiting If you enjoyed this training, feel free to subscribe. Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:     |   http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/  ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/ 

If you feel like you're spinning your wheels and getting nowhere in your business, this is why. Most people don't realize they're trapped in a cycle that keeps them stuck—until it's too late. In this video, I break down: The hidden reason most network marketers stay stuck Why hesitation and overthinking are killing your success How to break free from the cycle and start taking action now Why A-Team forces you to get results (even if you've been stuck for years) LIMITED-TIME OPPORTUNITY: SAVE UP TO $1,000 ON A-TEAM! For the first time ever, A-Team has been overhauled and upgraded with more accountability and higher-impact training than ever before. And for a very limited time, you can lock in exclusive early pricing: A-Team CORE: $397 Only $297 A-Team ELITE: $997 Only $697 A-Team ELITE + RETREAT: $4997 Only $3997 Spots are limited, and when this deal expires, you will be paying full price. Read the full blog post here: https://ToddFalcone.com/episode314 Join A-Team before this deal disappears: https://ToddFalcone.com/team If you enjoyed this training, feel free to subscribe. Additional Resources for you:  Todd's Blog:     |   http://www.toddfalcone.com/blog Facebook:    |   https://facebook.com/thefearlessnetworker  Instagram:    |   https://www.instagram.com/toddfalcone/  LinkedIn:       |   https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddfalcone/   ————————— ABOUT TODD FALCONE ————————— Not at all afraid to tell-it-like-it-is, Todd Falcone is an entertaining speaker, with a bold approach to teaching people the real truth about what it takes to succeed in network marketing. Todd has first-hand experience having previously developed massive organizations during a 20+ year career as a distributor in the field. He has presented to audiences both big and small across the globe and his how-to approach is as real as it gets. As a speaker and trainer, Todd's training is considered an invaluable resource applicable to any organization's success. He focuses on everything from the fundamentals of beginning a home business in network marketing to very advanced offline and online strategies, as well as leadership development, team building and accountability for entrepreneurs.   Todd's speaking style is both refreshing and highly entertaining. His approach to teaching is direct, raw, real and funny as it gets. Todd will have your audience both laughing and learning at the same time.  His clients describe him as “intense”, “fun”, “honest” and “authentic.” If you're looking for a speaker that knows how to build a network marketing business, Todd Falcone is the best choice. He is one of an extremely small group of trainers on the circuit today that not only train on the subject, but who has actually BUILT several large organizations. To Book Todd for an event, webinar or conference call, visit:  https://ToddFalcone.com/hire-todd-to-speak/   

Blue Diamond Marty Harger discussed the key takeaways from the 2025 Doterra Leadership Retreat, focusing on the company's new approach to simplify wellness and health care, the new Doterra compensation plan, and the potential of sharing the opportunity of Doterra with new potential builders. They also highlighted the company's focus on modernizing and streamlining operations, the success of the VMG launch, and the importance of simplicity and duplication in business success. The discussion concluded with a comprehensive recap of the leadership retreat, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the core message of Doterra and the opportunity for building a business with the company. 2025 Doterra Leadership Retreat Key Takeaways - Importance of focus and concentration in business is emphasized. - Annual Leadership Retreat open to silver and above rank members for interaction and idea sharing. - Marty condensed three days of online training into key points for the podcast.   Doterra's New Approach to Wellness - Focus on simplifying wellness and health care. - Introduction of foundational wellness kit: VMG+, E Omega, PB Restore. - Encouragement for wellness advocates to share personal experiences. - Alignment of products with the wellness pyramid addressing various health aspects. - Doterra positioned to capitalize on the shift from sick care to well care.   New Doterra Compensation Plan Launch - New compensation plan launching in June to reward early, active builders. - Aims to revamp the power of 3 for flexibility and increased earning potential. - Designed to optimize commissions for those actively building the business.   Compensation Plan Transition and Resources - Importance of understanding the new compensation plan is emphasized. - Availability of resources: digital marketing kit, training schedules, key reports. - Upcoming Compensation Plan Transition Report to outline changes. - Encouragement to utilize training schedules and compensation plan calls.   Doterra Opportunity and Builder Types - Emphasis on simplifying information for potential builders. - Key questions to assess income needs and capacity for new opportunities. - Introduction of different types of builders: shares, part-time, full-time. - Presentation of Doterra's main products and their key features. - Introduction of Kirk Jowers, CEO, for company operational updates.   Company's 2025 Investment and Growth Strategy - Focus on modernizing operations and launching foundational wellness program in 2024. - Planned investment of over $25 million in 28 regions across 100 countries in 2025. - Investments in e-commerce, back office improvements, AI, and customer rewards programs. - Doterra's strong foundation as the largest essential oil company with over 10 million customers.   VMG Launch Success and Gig Economy - Success of VMG launch leading to a 20% increase in sales. - Growth of the gig economy aligns with Doterra's focus on wellness and sustainability. - Positive perception of the direct selling industry among millennials and the general population. - High interest in additional income opportunities through direct selling.   Simplicity and Duplication in Business Success - Importance of simplicity and duplication in achieving business success. - Example of Lindsay Norman highlighting the need for a duplicable system. - Focus on customer and builder acquisition and retention. - Encouragement to elevate focus on finding potential builders and reflecting on personal beliefs.   Doterra Leadership Retreat Recap and Incentives - Comprehensive recap of the leadership retreat covering programs and incentives. - Emphasis on Doterra's core message of promoting happier, healthier lives. - Aisha highlighted the ease of building a business with Doterra now compared to 14 years ago. - Upcoming calls announced, including a special guest discussing sourcing and a program on caregivers.   Connect with us: Aisha Harley- www.aishaharley.com / Instagram @aisha.essentialwellness  Ariana Harley - https://www.arianaharley.com/ Josie Schmidt- FB Personal Page: https://www.facebook.com/josie.h.schmidt Arin - https://msha.ke/jasmineandjuniper/ Contact Email: aishaharley@comcast.net Welcome to the Visionary Leaders Podcast Here you will gain the knowledge you need to bring essential oils, plant medicine, wisdom, supplementation, and functional medicine into your life. We have a weekly show: “Learn to Be the Healer in Your Home,” where we hear stories from our community on how they integrated essential oils, supplementation, and functional medicine into their lives as a pathway to healing.

The word "duplication" gets thrown around constantly in entrepreneurial circles, especially in network marketing, but few truly understand what healthy duplication actually means. Push Coach Josh dives deep into this misunderstood concept, challenging the prevailing "copy-paste" leadership approach that stifles creativity and authentic growth.When leaders demand their teams do everything exactly as they do – posting the same content, following identical scripts, and building on the same platforms – they're inadvertently sending a devastating message: your ideas don't matter, your authenticity is irrelevant, and your creative capacity isn't valued. This approach not only burns people out but creates the exact opposite of what these leaders claim to want – team members who can't think for themselves, take ownership, or contribute meaningfully.Josh offers a refreshing alternative by explaining how true duplication works through teachable frameworks and methodologies rather than rigid tactics. Drawing from his PUSH Method for mindset work and Belief Bridge framework for messaging, he demonstrates how effective leaders teach the "how" behind their success, not just the "what." This approach empowers team members to customize validated strategies to fit their authentic voice and unique strengths – much like how Michael Jordan's championship teams succeeded not by having duplicate Jordans but by leveraging complementary skills from players like Scottie Pippen and Dennis Rodman.The ultimate goal isn't to create carbon copies who depend entirely on their upline or company, but to develop true entrepreneurs who possess transferable skills making them unstoppable in any environment. As John Maxwell taught, great leadership isn't about filling a stadium with followers – it's about filling a field with capable players who know what they're doing. Isn't it time to elevate your leadership approach from creating followers to developing leaders?If you would like to learn more about working with Josh, and the Performance Coaching Certification, visit JoshCoats.com!

Ever wonder why some people crush it in network marketing while others stay stuck, spinning their wheels? The truth is, success in this business isn't luck—it's about action, accountability, and the right strategy. In this episode, I break down:  ✅ The #1 reason network marketers fail to gain momentum. ✅ Why procrastination and inconsistency are killing your business. ✅ How to fix the biggest mistakes keeping you from success. ✅ The exact shift you need to make to start winning.

Note: There is a time of prophetic ministry at the end of this message during the audio version of the podcast.   Please Take A Moment to Listen So That The Holy Spirit Might Speak Over Your Life!     "Choosing The Desert Of Trouble  Or The Door Of Hope"   Prophetic Insights and Encouragement By Mary Lindow through the Holy Spirit    TODAY'S PODCAST MESSAGE IS GOING TO ADDRESS  ONE OF THOSE THINGS THAT MOST CHRISTIANS  ARE A LITTLE EMBARRASSED TO ADMIT.  THEY DOUBT!   Sometimes it comes from being so absolutely crushed that you are afraid to trust or believe in anything. Or, we create our own false narratives and wonder WHY things don't happen, and then we doubt that God can get us out of our messes.   WHAT DO YOU DO WITH THAT “DOUBT THING” THAT KEEPS BEATING AGAINST THE THIN MEMBRANE OF HOPE IN YOUR THINKING?   WE CAN CERTAINLY SEE TODAY THAT PEOPLE HAVE PUT THEIR HOPE IN SO MANY DIFFERENT THINGS THAT ARE OFFERED, looking for a way out of confusion, wanting to know themselves better or to find someone to love or to validate them. There's Enneagrams, horoscopes, overloads of self-help books/blogs, medications, politicians, gurus and more, and most all of these have failed those hope seekers, or maybe have caused them to flail even further.   BUT HONESTLY... ...MOST PEOPLE ARE SIMPLY SEARCHING FOR THE "REAL DEAL". They want to see genuine people expressing living and radiant hope. They want an anchor in Achor (troubled times). They are attracted to that and yet, the soul does love intellectual reasoning more than humility and yielding to God, the Supreme Guide.   HOPE.  It's what nourishes life. It's the motivator to move us into action. It's the promise of tomorrow. What each one of us needs more of is hope. What our country and world needs is hope.   Discouragement.  It's what siphons the joy right out of you! Discouragement leads to desperation, which leads to feelings of anxiety, dread and hopelessness, which can move people into depression and suicidal thoughts, and those thoughts lead down a path of complete and utter darkness. Trouble looms large in every face, every place and every happy space.   SO… DEFINE… HOPE!  We often use the word hope as a kind of wish. “I hope it doesn't rain tomorrow.” “I hope the Broncos win their next game.” But friends, hope in the Bible, has quite a different meaning.   RAW AND BIBLICAL HOPE IS A CONFIDENCE AND EXPECTATION THAT GOD HAS PROVIDED A WAY FOR A GOOD FUTURE FOR YOU.  God wants to fill every person reading  or listening this with hope, that He has a wonderful future planned for you! Ah…. Ummm......  Really? Does He?  Can God REALLY create “good” out of the trouble you are passing through or that you got yourself "IN" to?   THE WORD ACHOR MEANS TROUBLE.  So very aptly named, the valley spoken about here (Achor- from Hosea 2: 1-8) is the place where a man named Achan, brought trouble on Israel, by willfully going the opposite way and blew off the Lord's plan. So, God sees the sin, and brings it to them through Hosea's warning.   THE SIN OF THEIR IDOLATRY, their mixtures of spiritual practices and beliefs and forgetting God and their sincere dedication to him, and his ways of doing things. (Read Hosea 2: 1-8 to fully see the raw details.)   YIKES!  These folks were exploring and trusting in things much like many who are probing and immersing themselves into questionable spiritual practices and who distance themselves from the warnings of God today!   God in His grace, in the New Testament freedom of Christ, will put sin to death in your life and my life and also the trouble brought against us from the results of the sin of others. He prepares the Valley of trouble - Achor, to become a door of hope.   God wants to show you the door… ...Right there, in the midst of this grief or very hard trouble that you are parched and exhausted by.   A door where you see HOPE written on it…. …And you move towards it. Crawling is absolutely permitted!  Just get moving, and get THERE!   JESUS SPOKE IT CLEARLY TO US WHEN HE SAID, "I AM THE DOOR.  "To enter through me is to experience life, freedom, and satisfaction.  A thief has only one thing in mind—he wants to steal, slaughter, and destroy.  But I have come to give you everything in abundance,  more than you expect life in its fullness until you overflow!" -John 10:9-10   THE VALLEY OF HUMILIATION, OF TROUBLE AND DEFEAT WILL BECOME THE FIRST POINT OF YOUR JOURNEY THROUGH THE DOOR OF HOPE. You let go of the dragging baggage of woes and stop chewing on the dust. You admit your secret idolatry of pessimism and stubborn defiance to yield to the probing of your heart, admitting that you account to no one but yourself. You put down the whip of control and anger and take up the walking stick to lean upon while you humbly limp towards the door of Hope. That's a valley of trouble my friend. But, listen closely!   THIS DOOR OF HOPE THAT'S BEEN PROVIDED THERE STRATEGICALLY PLACED IN THE MESS, DOES NOT DISAPPOINT.  WHY? Because it's appointed by God Himself. It opens up new opportunities for you; even those that were lost will be restored to you. It will cause a new song to rise again in your heart.   SO, YOU WEARY, RED -EYED AND CRIED OUT ONES,  PREPARE TO LEAVE THE VALLEY OF TROUBLE (ACHOR) BEHIND,   AND PASS THROUGH THE DOOR OF HOPE.   We Have To Wait With Hope For God! “Wait with hope for the LORD.  Be strong, and let your heart be courageous. Yes, wait with hope for the LORD.” -Psalm 27:14   WE HAVE TO BE COURAGEOUS AND STRONG IN OUR WAITING  FOR THAT DOOR TO BE SHOWN TO US.  The word “wait” is a very upsetting word for many! We don't like waiting! We want things fixed. NOW! PRONTO! Waiting can make us feel like we are doing something wrong, hesitating, lagging behind. This isn't why we have to wait sometimes.   WAITING HELPS US TO MATURE IN CHRIST.  Waiting burns out impatience and defensiveness and impulsive reactions that decide to not deal with our deeply entrenched ruts! Waiting is better then rushing into something without God's wisdom and direction. This door of Hope when there has been trouble, sin, loss pain, cycles of grief, is a sign of God's tender mercy towards you. “I will give back her vineyards to her and transform her Valley of Troubles (Achor) into a Door of Hope. "She will respond to me there, singing with joy as in days long ago in her youth after I had freed her from captivity in Egypt.” -Hosea 2:15   LET THIS PROMISE BRING REASSURANCE TO YOUR HEART.  Let the past with all its sin and defeat be locked behind you, never to be reopened again. Leave the Valley of Achor behind. Let your eyes look ahead. Walk through the door of hope that God has opened for you!   Duplication and sharing of this writing is welcomed provided that complete source, podcast and website information  for Mary Lindow is included. Thank You! Copyright © 2025 - "THE MESSENGER " ~Mary Lindow www.marylindow.com www.marylindow.podbean.com   If you have been impressed by the Holy Spirit to assist and bless Mary to minister, helping her to meet needs such as web site and podcast and video teaching costs, or desire to bless her service with Spirit-led Love gifts or regular support:   Please JOYFULLY send your gift in the form of:  ► Personal Checks ► Business Checks ► Money Orders ► Cashiers Checks  To: His Beloved Ministries Inc.  PO Box 1253 Denver  Colorado 80614 USA Or feel free to use our send a tax deductible gift with  Pay Pal   paypal.me/mlindow Under the name of - His Beloved Ministries Inc. ALL gifts are tax deductible under His Beloved Ministries 5013c non-profit status. We are financially accountable  and have been in full compliance since 1985    THANK YOU! To Learn More About Steve and Mary Lindow Click Picture  Do you or a loved one need prayer? There are faithful intercessors around the world who are ready and who are prepared to pray for you.  Please Click Picture To Send Prayer Requests  

Dr. Lenika Scott and Gregg went from struggling financially to becoming self-made millionaires through network marketing.They've been on MLM Nation Podcast 3 times and in the most recent episode (Feb. 2025) they share their inspiring journey, the challenges they faced, and the key lessons that helped them succeed.Who Are Gregg and Lenika Scott?Gregg and Dr. Lenika Scott are servant leaders, mentors and speakers.They have earned over 8 figures in the network marketing profession and have used that wealth to secure millions of dollars of real estate debt free.They've been to the top of 2 network marketing companies and have helped thousands of people achieve wealth along the way.Gregg and Dr. Lenika Scott first appeared on MLM Nation on episode 264 where they talked about the skills required and also on episode 473 where they shared how to create a legacy.Featured 3 Times on MLM Nation's PodcastEpisode 264: The Skills Required To Grow A Thriving Business With 6 Children (2016)Episode 473: How to Use Your MLM Business to Help Others Build a Legacy (2018)Episode 844: Faith, Leadership, and Building Wealth Through Network MarketingListen to each episode below to gain insights on leadership, social media recruiting, and overcoming obstacles.How Gregg Scott and Lenika Started in Network MarketingGregg and Lenika Scott weren't always successful.Before MLM, they were like many struggling entrepreneurs—living paycheck to paycheck, trying different businesses, and looking for ways to create a better life for their family.They discovered network marketing when a friend introduced them to an opportunity. At first, they were skeptical, but they quickly saw the potential for leveraged income and financial freedom.Lenika took the lead, diving into personal development, learning from top leaders, and mastering social media marketing. Meanwhile, Gregg focused on building relationships and helping their team grow.Their first big success came when they hit their company's top ranks within a short time. They went from financial struggle to financial freedom—proving that anyone can succeed with the right mindset and work ethic.The Biggest Challenges They OvercameLike most successful leaders, Gregg Scott and Lenika faced major obstacles.Here are their biggest challenges:1️⃣ Financial Struggles Before Network MarketingThey were drowning in debt, struggling to provide for their familyThey tried multiple businesses before finding success in MLM.They almost gave up but kept pushing forward.2️⃣ Dealing with Rejection and NegativityFriends and family didn't believe in MLM and discouraged them.People told them it would never work.They learned to ignore the noise and stay focused.3️⃣ Learning How to Lead a TeamAt first, they didn't know how to train their team.They invested in personal development and learned from mentors.Today, they are known for building strong, successful leaders.]The Worst Moments They OvercameIn 2011, they lost everything, faced foreclosure, and had to start over from scratch.They experienced massive debt, forcing Gregg to return to a job earning just $11/hour.Instead of quitting, they rebuilt their business, got out of debt, and reached 7-figure success again.The Game-Changing Moment for Gregg and Lenika Scott1️⃣ Going All InThey stopped treating their business like a hobby and started treating it like a million-dollar empire. This mindset shift was their game-changer.2️⃣ Overcoming RejectionFriends and family didn't believe in MLM and discouraged them, but they learned to ignore the noise and stay focused.3️⃣ Attending Live EventsTheir biggest breakthrough came after attending a major MLM event, where they saw real people earning six and seven figures. This experience lit a fire inside them.4️⃣ Leveraging Social MediaThey mastered attraction marketing, built a personal brand, and used Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to attract thousands of leads.5️⃣ Building a LegacyThey shifted their focus to helping others win, which allowed them to duplicate success and create long-term wealth.How Gregg and Lenika Scott Built a 7-Figure BusinessGregg Scott and Lenika followed a proven system that helped them reach the top.Here's what worked for them:1️⃣ Faith and MindsetThey trusted God to guide their journey.They spoke success into their lives daily.They believed in themselves and their vision.2️⃣ Social Media MarketingThey leveraged Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to attract new prospects.They shared real-life stories, testimonials, and educational content.They built a personal brand that people trusted.3️⃣ Duplication & LeadershipThey focused on helping their team win.They created simple, repeatable systems.They provided weekly training and mentorship.4️⃣ Building RelationshipsThey genuinely cared about their team's success.They treated their business partners like family.They helped people develop the right skills and mindset.The Million Dollar Question for Gregg and Lenika ScottIf they had to start all over again with zero contacts but still had all their knowledge, here's what they would do:1️⃣ Master Social Media – They would build a strong personal brand, post valuable content, and start conversations daily.2️⃣ Network Like Crazy – They would connect with people in Facebook groups, Instagram, and LinkedIn.3️⃣ Keep It Simple – They would use short videos and simple scripts to share their opportunity.This strategy would help them rebuild their business fast.Favorite Success Quote“Your success is determined by the number of lives you impact.” – Gregg and Lenika Scott“Success doesn't happen overnight. 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Most businesses are forgettable—and that's exactly why they struggle. If you want repeat customers, loyal business partners, and endless referrals, you need to create an unforgettable experience.

Most network marketers recruit the wrong way. They talk to anyone who will listen instead of scouting talent—seeking out people who are actually capable of winning in this business.

About Mike Boccia:Mike Boccia has been in Sales and Marketing for over 25 years. He's been called a “serial entrepreneur” since starting his first business, landscaping, at 15. Then came a limo company while attending Hofstra University, a nightclub at 21, a restaurant at 23, and the list goes on.Mike really honed his sales skills as a licensed advisor with Transamerica Financial Advisors, where he had hundreds of clients in several states (without ever having a customer complaint!). Other reps saw Mike's success and started asking for his help, and of course, he was happy to oblige. Eventually, he began opening successful financial offices and training advisors to work in them. After seeing the rapid growth, Transamerica soon had Mike speaking at conferences, flying to other offices to train, and attending high-level meetings to discuss the future of the firm. Mike eventually left the financial industry and ventured into the technology space, where he founded iDecide Interactive.Mike is now an author, speaker, coach, CEO, and most importantly, a father to his 2 beautiful daughters.In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Mike Boccia discuss:Importance of Effective Sales PresentationsCommon Challenges in Network MarketingThe Creation and Purpose of iDecideInteractive Automation for Better EngagementScalability and Duplication for LeadersKey Takeaways:Even with a great product, poor delivery can lead to failure, and the ability to tell a compelling story is just as important as the product itself.Rejection, lack of confidence, and time-consuming presentations push many to quit. iDecide ensures every prospect gets a perfect presentation, no matter who shares it; it levels the playing field, allowing even beginners to succeed quickly.When prospects actively participate in a presentation, the use of interactive elements not only captures their curiosity but also sustains their engagement, making them more likely to stay interested and absorb the information being presented.Leaders must scale without burning out, and tools like iDecide free up time, allowing leaders to focus on mentorship and expansion."If you can't tell the story and get people interested, you're broke.” — Mike BocciaConnect with Mike Boccia:  Facebook Business Page: Facebook.com/idecideinteractiveLinkedIn URL: http://linkedin.com/in/mikebocciaLink to Gift from Mike Boccia:FREE iDecide Custom presentation ($1500 value)with the purchase of a lifetime myiDecide subscriptionLink: https://getidecide.com/badassWatch Mike's YouTube video: https://youtu.be/OAlFpy0qlmMConnect with Jennie:Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/Email:  jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.comFacebook personal page: https://facebook.com/jbellingerPLFacebook podcast page: http://facebook.com/BadassDirectSalesMasteryFacebook group for Badass Crew: https://facebook.com/groups/BadassDirectSalesMomsInstagram: https://instagram.com/BadassDirectSalesMasteryPersonal Instagram: https://instagram.com/jenniebellingerLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/BadassDirectSalesMasteryThe Badass Direct Sales Mastery Podcast is currently sponsored by the following:Bella Grace Elixir: https://shopbellagrace.com/?ref=jenniebadassdirectsalesmasteryLeadBuddy Digital Marketing: Use code BDSM when checking out at https://leadbuddy.io/pro-monthly-9310?am_id=jennie582Show Notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel AlvarezAudio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Feeling stuck in your network marketing business? Running hot and cold? Lost your mojo? In this video, I break down exactly why people get stuck—and how to fix it for good. Most people don't take action because they don't know what to do, how to do it, or they've lost belief in themselves after struggling to get results. Here's the deal: I can get you unstuck and into massive action. Join me for my Recruiting Retreat in Bend, Oregon, April 1st – 5th—a high-intensity, hands-on business-building experience. This is NOT a seminar. It's 4 days of direct coaching, execution, and getting real work done with me by your side. Only 8 spots are available. If you want in, email me at todd@toddfalcone.com with “RECRUITING RETREAT” in the subject line. Include: ✔️ Your full name ✔️ Your phone number ✔️ Your email address ✔️ The company you're building

Why do so many network marketers quit too soon? In this training, I reveal how to develop staying power—the ability to push through challenges and see your business through to success. You'll learn: The truth behind overnight success myths How to stay committed during the tough times Why small daily wins lead to long-term breakthroughs How to conquer self-doubt with a free mindset resource