Are You Building on Facebook?

Are you building on Facebook?

Well, are you? Where else can you connect with over 100 million people in one place from all over the world, other than on Facebook? Many of us do not realize the power of making connections on Facebook. If you can socialize then you can build your business on Facebook.

Here are some tips:

1. Find New Connections

Find people with a common interest and don’t just venture out and add random people without knowing anything about the person you are about to add. It can be embarrassing when someone says, “Do I know you?” If you have a common interest then you can reply, “No, but I notice you are in the same line of work and I would love to connect.” Now if you did not have a common interest what would you say? How long do you think that connection would last and how meaningful would it really be?

If you are in the Direct Marketing business, find people who are also. For instance, I work for Xyngular so I try to connect with other people from similar companies. If you love running or yoga connect with those people and those kind of groups.

If you are uncomfortable adding new friends on your personal page, then brand yourself and develop a fan page on Facebook. For me, I personally use my personal page, because my business is who I am and I want to be as real of a person as the next. The problem with using a personal page is there is a 5000 friend limit. If you get to 5000 then consider developing your own fan page on Facebook.

2. Develop the Relationship

Here is where you are required to have social skills. Once you have a new connection take time to look at what they do for a living or what they are interested in. I am a people person and have always been fascinated by what people do. So, this is my favorite part. You must truly have an interest and not be looking at this connection as a way to get them into your business. If you take that stance it will come across to your new connection and you will likely become a deleted friend quickly. Lose the ego and the selfish motives at this point.

Seriously though, open up your eyes and get to know someone. Don’t just ask them to look at what you have to offer, let them come to you. Building relationships should take time just like any relationship done off of Facebook.

Have a heart and truly care about what they do and what their interests are. You never know where the connection could lead you. Yes, I said you…..

3. Go for it

Once your relationship is developed go for it! At this point you guys are friends and I bet now they know a lot about you and you about them. By now you will know what they do and what they like about what they do. Maybe you see that they do struggle in their business or they are looking for help with what they do in their business. A trust bridge has been built here between the two of you. If it has not been built then you will not get very far in your attempts to show them what you do and how it quite possibly could benefit their lifestyle. Remember they too are their to grow and not everyone is achieving success.

When the time is right you will know. So, go for it! Tell them you like what they do, you like their attitude, their spunk, and their social grace. Tell them you think they would be a great addition to your team.
If all things have been built correctly in your new found connection they will want to hear what you have to offer to better their lifestyle possibly.

4. Don’t stop there

Just because you have finally approached them with a new opportunity don’t just stop building there. Show your new connection you are not about recruiting but also about building something worthwhile. Focus on them not yourself. Ask questions and pay attention to their posts. Offer advice, suggestions and comments. Be fun and be intriguing!

5. Offer worthwhile information

People see your status updates and your notes. Be creative. Maybe create a fun video for your page. Offer some great tips along the lines of what you do. I am in the health and wellness business and I love posting helpful articles that pertain to a healthy lifestyle.

Don’t stop there post some random fun stuff you find fascinating. Let people in and let them see you have a sense of humor. Let them know you are a real person and not just about a business. You are on Facebook to share and create friendships.

Always comment on people’s status updates when appropriate. Maybe ask a random question on your status. Most importantly have fun and stay active!

It is really this simple. I spend most of my day on Facebook generating a tremendous amount of leads daily. What I love most about it is the connections I have made. I value each and every one of them and if you can take on this mind set you too will be successful on Facebook.

So, let’s get to building some meaningful connections!

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Let's do some talking!

Listen I am a blogger by nature.  I love to write and I love to share.  Why?  Because honestly, if I touch one person with one blog I feel like I have made a connection.

It is all about connections and relationship building.  The Internet especially facebook is an unbelievable tool for creating relationships.  I have met so many wonderful people on the Internet that have helped me as I have helped them.

Let's take this one for an example.  This is too funny to me.  I was searching for some people who work for another similar company as I do.  I ran across a guy who happened to have the first name of this company, so I requested him thinking he worked for them.  I then got a video from him and he thanked me for the friend request.  Lol....I watched the video and my jaw dropped to the floor!!!  He was an actor in Los Angeles.  A VERY creative artistic actor!  A man of many qualities and a body sculptor at that!  Well, through a few emails and several phone calls we both have formed a relationship where I can help him and he can help me!  Who would of thunk???? I'm still giggling over this one as is he. You just never know what kind of friends you might find on facebook.

Okay so let me get back to where I was really going with this blog.......

As most of you know I am in the network marketing industry.  I simply love it.  This business has given me the freedom to stay at home with my children.  i am also helping so many with their weight loss success.  Now, I have tried network marketing  in the past and failed miserably.  I guess that is why when I was approached by Xyngular I was skeptical.  I have always had a bad taste in my mouth for network marketers.  I feared that question, "Oh you should come to this meeting we are having."  Ummmm, NO.

Maybe I just found an amazing company this time around.  Or, maybe it is because my products are what 80% of the population need.  Or, maybe it is because I am turning into the leader I was born to be and you want to come along!

I have thrown myself into this business 110%.  I read  articles and talk to mentors so I can grow my business to a 6 figure monthly income.  Are you saying, "yeah right"?  Please do, I challenge you but it is real!  I have two coaches right now training me in the MLM launch formula and these guys have had no problems showing me their paychecks.  So the proof is in the pudding.  I am lucky to have these two on my side to bring me up to the top.

One thing I can promise my team members is I too will bring them with me and share all the wonderful education I have learned thus far and what I will learn in the future.  Trust me there is enough room out there on the Internet for all of us.

This business is not just about the products it is about building relationships.  Sure, the products help but realistically if you want to be successful then you will want your new friends to trust you and follow you along on your journey.  But, you have to be willing to give.  Give out your success secrets and stories.

I am getting there and I have been told that at the end of this year I will be raking in a 5 figure month easily!  I can't wait!  I can tell you though it is not going to happen without hard work.  There are many nights I am up studying till 3am in the morning only to jump back up at 6am to get back on the computer to study.

Right now I am in the MLM Formula Launch 6 week intensive course with Jonathan Budd.  I am only in the first week and have so much to do!  I can't wait to see this explode!  If you are interested he did open back up the doors for a day or so.  I urge you to check it out if you are all interested in growing your business!
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I don't want this blog to seem like a sales blog.  Really I don't care if you do this with me or not.  I just think it would be fun to have some fellow friends do this with me.  I have a close friend by the name of Eric who actually talked me into pulling the trigger on this.  You see I can learn everything from him for FREE.  Why?  Because he is on my team and that is what he does.....he helps his team out.  But, I came to him and asked what he thought of these guys and he simply said they are the best in the business.

So, let's move on......Actually, let's call it the end here.  I will come back later and discuss a few more fun things I have had on my mind lately!

Here's to your success!!

Hello World!

Well the last week has been a crazy one!  I can honestly say that when you know you are doing the right thing you just know.  Even if I were not doing the right thing it doesn't matter because my relationships are growing and things are exploding.  All fuel to motivate me to reach further into the sky!

I am a strong woman by nature and never back down from a challenge.  Whether it be a mental challenge or a physical challenge, I will conquer it.  I know this sounds so conceited but for me it works!  This passion I have to succeed is overwhelming and I am determined to get there!

I have goals and those goals are getting closer to getting met.  When I put my mind to something I can make it happen and that is what is happening!  Every time I achieve a goal it just pushes me to do more.  There is nothing I can't do!  What a great feeling!

I have met so many new and interesting people the past few days.  People who inspire me and want to help build my business and ask for nothing in return.  It's awesome!  I have all these ideas flooding through my head on how to brand myself but just can't seem to organize it perfectly.  I feel like I was in a box for the past month but now doors seem to be opening and I am trying to run through them all to soak up all the knowledge that I can!

My friend Allison and I have big plans!  I can't wait to share them all with you guys!  Those of you that have been mentoring for us the past few days, well you rock!  Thanks!!!

So with this all being said, reach for the stars and own it!

Be the cat!

Toxic Relationships

Have you ever had a relationship in your life that required a lot more effort than it was worth?  Just to keep the relationship going was hard work.  You feared the conversations and how it would go?  Well, I have and had to make a decision to rid the connection from my life.

You see this relationship lasted for over 30 years.  The relationship was off and on, meaning we would talk then we would not talk for months.  He would always become angry with me and instead of discussing the real issue with me he always chose to just give me the silent treatment.  I guess he really didn't care.  

He was a master at brushing issues under the rug and I tend to be way too forgiving.  I have always been taught to forgive.  Now maybe I misunderstood what it meant to forgive but I found that this relationship was unhealthy and destroying my self esteem.   

I can remember always feeling afraid to tell him something amazing that happened because ultimately he always found away to belittle my accomplishments.  Every accomplishment always followed, "why didn't you do it this way or why did you even do it that way."  If I got a promotion it was never good enough because bottom line I wasn't the CEO.  If I broke sales records and exceeded my quota, I could of done more.  If I bought a 2000.00 dollar refrigerator with my own money, well why did I waste money on a refrigerator when I don't need such an expensive one.  The 800.00 dollar one does the same as the 2000.00 dollar one I am told.  

I could never please this man.  Sure the compliments came every now and then.  I clung onto those compliments hoping for more to come.  Only for those compliments to be taken back and my faith shattered.  

This relationship for me was exhausting.  Throughout the years I had been told how I used him, how I was selfish, how I always make stupid decisions, how I can't handle my own life, how worthless I am, how it was never good enough, how I have always done things wrong, how difficult I can be over the holidays when it comes to juggling everyone, how I am not appreciative, and how I can possibly live day to day successfully.  

You see I disagree with all of this.  I tried for many years to prove his brutal comments to me wrong.  I have two beautiful children, who I feel are some of the most polite and well behaved kids you will ever meet.  This is the result of parenting.  I received two degrees while I was a single mom and in my 30's.  I busted my rear to make sure my girls were always happy and their needs were always met.  I paid my way through college.  I made sure my girls were my number one priority in my life after their parents divorced.  They didn't ask for their parents to split so my job was to keep their life as normal as possible.  My life revolved around these children and I live my life by giving them the best childhood that they deserve.  

I couldn't fathom how he thought I was selfish when I always try to please others.  I am constantly trying to help others and make them happy.  There are a few decisions I have made in my life, which were probably  stupid, but I am a stronger much wiser person because of those failures.  

As far as handling life?  Bring it on!  I am strong, independent and I can overcome.  I have hit rock bottom.  I know what it is like down there and what I have learned is everything happens for a reason.  We must always remember that no matter how bad it gets.  We can not let the down moments consume our lives when there are bigger and better things awaiting for us.  No one can make us unhappy it is our decision on whether we choose to be happy or not.  

Maybe I don't send enough thank you notes but I can assure you I will tell you how thankful I am and how wonderful you are.  I will walk to the end of the world for my friends.  I will drop everything for a friend in need no matter what it is!  Want to test that out?  Try it.....call me when you need me and I will be there!

So, one evening after leaving my classes I took a deep breath and realized how thankful I was the day was over.  You see Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Social Personality, Personality and Development, and Research had killed me that day.  Not only was school stressful,  I was wearing a heart monitor.  Feeling the stress that day I just wanted to get home to Bill and my girls.  I sat on the couch and had my last phone conversation with this person who I could do nothing right for.  By the end of the conversation I ran into my closet and sat down and cried.  

All I could hear as I was experiencing heart issues and stress was how worthless I was.  How I used him to cart my girls down to Houston to their Dad's house.  I heard him telling me, "Poor poor Michelle you can't handle life.  You think you have finally met someone who loves you and your girls? Come on, Michelle they all start out that way and in the end you will see.  You never liked my wife and were always trying to find away to put a wedge between her and me.  You are selfish.  You always make a mess of things when it comes to getting together on Christmas.  You never have the plans in order.  No, you can't change the plans when Christmas Eve has always been our day.  I don't care if it is difficult for you.  That's you being selfish.  I even gave you money to help you pay for your own school one semester when you were in a bind and you never paid me back.  I'm still waiting on that money."  The words went on and on in my head and all started to just blend together as one big phrase,  "YOU ARE WORTHLESS!"

I sat there feeling horrible about myself.  Then I realized I had the power to end this!  End this once and for all.  It was time for this weight to be lifted off of my shoulders and I would never allow this man to treat me this way again.  The things he said to me that night are images burned in my head.  Even after 2 years they are still so fresh.  

I let go......

Still wondering sometimes if that was the best decision I received a friend request the other day from him on Facebook.  My 11 yr old daughter looked over and saw the request and said, "really?  why didn't grandpa just call you instead?"

From my 11 yr old daughter I thought....why didn't he my Dad just call me?