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Rock climbing isn’t easy.

It takes a special kind of person
to take on the challenge.

A sense of adventure…..
A “Can Do” attitude….
A dedicated spirit…..
A willingness to succeed….
A belief in yourself…

All are required to pursue the dream of reaching the TOP!

FACING the fear of falling or failure…..
FOLLOWING the leadership and training of expert climbers…..

VISUALIZING what’s on the other side……
so when you’re exhausted, sweating, hungry, hot,
and just plain SICK of not having reached the TOP yet……
You won’t give up….

Because you know…..
Just on the other side of the mountain….
Is a Place called….”Paradise”

NEVER give up on your dreams.

Many will begin to dream about the challenge of climbing the rock.
Some will begin to take the necessary steps to start their journey.

But only a few will actually reach the TOP and take pleasure in their paradise.

Never give up…..
Paradise is just on the other side.

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“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize?  Run in such a way as to get the prize.  Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training.  They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever.  Therefore, I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air.  No, I strike a blow to my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.” 1 Cor. 10: 24-27

Application is key and while I do realize that not everyone reading this blog is necessarily going to embrace the Bible, I do want to share this message because I believe this applies to each and every one of us as human beings, regardless of our world view or life philosophy.

The pastor that delivered this message was invigorating and while he wasn’t necessarily speaking about network marketing, I am always looking for ways of sharing a message with you,  my readers,  that will inspire all of you to continue moving forward and run the race with determination and the kind of dedication it takes to win.

You see, those who are running this race must first have the desire to win.  But desire isn’t going to carry you to the finish line.  It takes discipline on your part to take action and do the activities that are necessary on a daily basis to push you forward.  Sometimes you will be stretched as a person and as a leader.   At times you may be challenged and there will be times when you might be emotionally afraid as you exercise your way to reaching the finish line.   In fact, there will even be times when you feel exhausted and frustrated, but you must continue moving forward if you intend to claim victory.

You must have the desire to win the race and the discipline to carry that desire through to the end. You must also have a determined spirit to press forward to the finish line.  It’s that determination that will give you laser focus.  While life happens, you will be able to see the bigger picture and press on in the midst of everything that is happening around you because you know where you are going and are taking action to reach your ultimate goal.  You will be like the race horse with blinders on, completely un-distracted.   You won’t make excuses as you keep your eyes on the prize.

There is also the aspect of self denial.  Have you ever stopped to take a look at yyour leaders?  Those who are running the race understand that there are going to be days when they don’t “feel” like working, yet they continue to move forward.  There is without certainly an element of sacrifice that comes with reaching your goals and sometimes that means denying yourself, keeping your head down and taking the action that is necessary to reach the finish line.

On a side note, I also want to challenge you to the realization that this really isn’t about you.  This is about helping others who are running with you and while I realize an athlete isn’t necessarily going to take an interest in helping others win, this certainly applies in network marketing.  This simple act demonstrates the character and without the character quality of putting others before yourself, you simply won’t win.  Every great leader who is laser focused on claiming victory will freely give to those who want to run alongside them.

While there is only one ‘winner’ in a competition, there will be many winners in this industry.  However, it isn’t going to be easy and the victory is certainly reserved for those who have the desire, exercise discipline, have the determination and have learned to deny themselves in order to help others along the way.  But above all,  it is your character as a leader that will allow you to shine and cross the finish line.

Well, I thought I’d step aside from Powerpoint for a while
and just do something I actually enjoy doing. Writing!

Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy being creative with slide shows,
however, I’m not much for figuring out a program as complex
as Powerpoint for a just a few simple presentations.

In all honesty, I feel a bit overwhelmed by all the information
I’ve had to read to try to get it through my head how to
put a little 5 minute presentation together. Ugh!

It’s not really my thing….lol….but hey,
sometimes we’ve just got to put our head down and tackle it!

So that’s exactly what I’ve done.

Regardless of how much I dislike the task
and no matter how much of a chore it is at the moment,
I know there will be a moment where the light bulb clicks on
and all the puzzle pieces will come together.

Then, I’ll be able to help others with their presentations.

There is always a great reward that follows the intense effort.

Liken this to network marketing (or marriage, day-to-day living, our J.O.B.).
Nobody said it would be easy!

But for those of us who embrace the challenge….
great things will come our way.

I’m excited about the path I am on and can look back and see the beauty
of my hard work, determination and ‘bring it on’ attitude.

You see, even when things come our way that aren’t so desirable,
we should ask ourselves this one question.

“Is this going to sharpen me, build character, allow me to help others and
essentially bring value to those around me?”

If so….I say, “Go for it”!