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Do You Think Personal Development Is Important?
May 15, 2012 By Marion Mehrer Leave a Comment
You probably wonder what I've been up to the last 6 months as I haven't been posting here regularly. I had an extended illness that gave me too much time of sitting at home, so even though I was very sick I decided it was a good time to do what I've been wanting to do for a long time, which was create my own brand that made sense with my direct … [Read More...]

Will Pinterest Help Me Promote My Business?
February 17, 2012 By Marion Mehrer Leave a Comment
I have to be honest, I didn't have a clue as to what I would use Pinterset for when I signed up with them about 6 months ago. At the time I created a few boards but I don't believe I even posted one picture. A few days ago, my 19 year old son invited me to watch the webinar of an online internet marketing class he's taking through the University … [Read More...]

Just Go & Find 2 People? Really? Finding Leads Both Online & Offline
April 30, 2011 By Marion Mehrer 6 Comments
When I started in the network marketing profession about 2.5 years ago I was told to find 2 people. I asked where should I find them, as I wasn't yet ready to talk with my friends & family. The response was: 'Just go out and talk to people at the grocery store, the mall, the coffee shop and the street.' This didn't make a lot of … [Read More...]

Components of a Two Minute Story
April 10, 2011 By Marion Mehrer Leave a Comment
In my previous post, Do I Need a Two Minute Story? , I shared with you the importance of having your own two minute story & learning the stories of others in your company. Next I'll share with you the necessary components for your two minute story. I learned this from taking the Forensic Networker Course taught by Ramin … [Read More...]

Do You Need a Two Minute Story?
April 10, 2011 By Marion Mehrer Leave a Comment
Most of us have heard about the value of telling stories and you'll find that this method is extremely effective, more powerful and subtle than any other direct selling techniques. Why? Because it's not perceived as a sales technique, you're just telling a story. As Ramin Mesgarlou, CEO of Global Wealth Trade, Master Networker and … [Read More...]

Master Prospector Review – Want to Be More Like Donald Trump?
April 8, 2011 By Marion Mehrer 3 Comments
Do you really want to become a Master Prospector? We all have made some really naive and stupid mistakes in our whole journey as phone prospectors. And we've all been or still are in a lot of pain when it comes to phone prospecting. Well, what if there was a course that took you on a journey from a place of pain to a place of pleasure … [Read More...]

Are You Afraid of Phone Prospecting?
April 8, 2011 By Marion Mehrer 1 Comment
Are you afraid of phone prospecting? I can tell you, you're not alone. And, ok I'll admit it, I also used to be afraid of phone prospecting. So, what is it that we are all so afraid of? Check out this list & think about it every time you make a call, so that you can begin to get over your fear. Hearing someone say no (I, … [Read More...]

8 Categories of MLM Distributors
March 17, 2011 By Marion Mehrer 6 Comments
Did you know that there are eight different types or categories of MLM distributors active in the Direct Selling Industry? Do you know what type you are? Ramin Mesgarlou, aka the Forensic Networker and CEO of Canadian based Global Wealth Trade, defines these categories as part of his Forensic Networker training course defines and explains in … [Read More...]

The Anatomy of a Prospecting Call
March 17, 2011 By Marion Mehrer 3 Comments
Prospecting is a skill that most definitely can be learned. It's important to practice prospecting with a friend or family member and the best way to do this is through role playing. The most effective prospecting call is one that is broken down into 3 parts. 1. First Call - Looking for Reasons to Fire & for Fit (5 -10 mins.) Purpose … [Read More...]

Should You Network While Traveling? Is It Worth It?
March 7, 2011 By Marion Mehrer Leave a Comment
Should you network while traveling? Is it worth it? A few days ago I was traveling to Toronto for my company conference. I took the redeye so I really didn’t expect to do much networking. As it turned out I made several great connections. First I was walking through the Minneapolis airport and walked into a clothing store where I met … [Read More...]
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