Eric I wish you were wrong but I know you you are RIGHT. When " many yrs. ago" I went to school to be a painter. I knew the 1st day that I went to school I was told it would take 4 years to complete the program and then become a journeyman and make top journeymans wages. So looking back on the 1...3....5...7 to compare this with painting it wouldn't have mattered how much paint i put on the walls and ceilings but what mattered was to finish the corse..................thank u
Mikey

Interesting... I have been here for one year now and I am still learning. I still feel like a beginner... I am making progress every day, though. Maybe you're right?

Its still a person to person profession.

This is some of the BEST information I've ever gotten. I am using it with some business people that I really want to work with. Thank you for giving us the right expectations for ourselves and to share with prospects.

i need to become world class

OMG I just watched this again. I love that. It is so true. Most of us must go through changes/thought processes or paradigm shift so we can get out of our own way to move forward.

Love the concept Eric

Technology somertimes can make it worse as we forget how to actualy communicate with people. Formula is good and is working.

Technology is helpful & I couldn't do as much as I do in the same time frame without it. For example, I listen to books on CDs while traveling instead of reading the book. Technology will never replace personal contacts & relationship building.

We were just reviewing and can't remember whether I commented on this segment. It's nice to have a time frame to plug into knowing that we each have our foot on the accelerator. The faster we develop the faster we move toward the goal. Sounds like you had great wind for sailing downunder.

i remember a few years back getting into internet marketing and doing all that stuff online and i never really had any success or made much money. I've realized since being in my current opportunity and watch these NMPro that unless you do the personal growth and do the same with your team it doesn't matter what you do you will not have success i couldn't agree more with your comments Eric as my own experience has shown me.

Re-program our mind.. I find the challenge is finding others willing to re-program their mind.

You have truly blessed me with this message about the time frame for personal growth in network marketing.

That is so true. Work more on your self.

I totally agree with this!
Personal development is the key. The more open you are to personal development, the quicker you advance. Technology can certainly help with this, but we must be careful not to get too caught up with technology and forget about the rest.
Thanks again Eric!
Classy70sgirl

I agree with you Eric and working on being world class :) Right on!

Technology is only as good as the person using it. I think your 1-3-5-7 is correct about building YOU as a person, but not necessarily about your income. You must plug people into the system that works correctly.

Only 6 years till I become world class :)

That was encouraging. I actually went full time after only two years, but definitely have not broken into that rich category yet. The time freedom is fantastic, but I have been experiencing a lot of growth as I attempt to break through to that next level.

I agree, but we also have to remember about these years in between - 2,4,6 that help us tp move forward.

1-3-5-7 sounds reasonable and actually very fast when thinking about becoming "world class" at anything. Of course it's not instant, but that is the Lottery Mentality - not the mentality of becoming a professional.

HI ERIC, WELL LETS SEE, I STARTED LEARNING ABOUT MLM IN NOVEMBER 2009, AND WELL SINCE THEN I HAVEN'T STOPPED, GOT TRAININGS, SAME CO AS YOURS, AND WELL STILL IN THE PROCESS OF PROGRAMING MYSELF, THERE HAVE BEEN AND I HAVE SEEN A FEW SUCCESS STORIES OF PEOPLE THAT MAKE IT BIG IN A MONTH OR MAYBE EVEN TWO, BUT TO MY OPINION, THEY CAN SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCE WITH ME BUT I CAN NOT SAY THEY ARE NM PRO'S, IT HAS BEEN 2 MONTHS AND A HALF AND I STILL HAVE A LONG WAY TO GO, MY GOAL WAS 3 YEARS WORKING HARD NON STOP FULL TIME AND THEN GOING COACH, BUT IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN MY BUSINESS I HAVE HAD TO GET A PART TIME JOB AND WELL THAT LEAVES ME WITH PART TIME FOR MY NM BUSINESS, HOWEVER I AM NOT GIVING UP, IN MY PERSONAL LIFE EXPERIENCE, ALL THE COMPANIES I HAVE WORKED FOR, AFTER MY SECOND YEAR IN THE CO I HAVE GOTTEN TO HIGH POSITIONS, SO YES, IT TOOK TIME, HARD WORK AND LOTS OF PROGRAMING AND TRAINING, I DID IN BOTH BECOME THE TRAINER OR THE QUALITY SPECIALIST, SO I KNOW FOR A FACT I WILL REACH MY 3YR GOAL, BUT FOR SURE I DO AGREE WITH YOU, IN 7 YEARS I AM SURE I WILL BE PRO, FOR NOW PROGRAMING, WORKING HARD AND LEARNING ARE MY THING, AND YES, THANK GOT FOR ALL THE TECHNOLOGY, BECAUSE I AM NOW ABLE TO ACCESS TRAINING, MEETINGS, AND SPECIALLY YOUR SITE!! THIS DOES SPEED THINGS UP!! LET'S KEEP IT UP. MY BEST AS USUAL

Saw this video days ago now on a friends computer, forgot to write a comment. It sounds scary taking so long - and you are expert. After a year being profitable sounds good to me.

Sounds fair to me.............I'm still in my first year and I'll make sure by the time I reach my first 12 months I'll definately be profitable. My goal is to quit my job within the next 5 to 7 years...........

Hey Eric, I think I shorten that up just a bit, but in all fairness, I have been working on me for quite some time. Now I feel like it's time to break out !

I've heard this from you for a couple years. My positve take on my career> I'm still 2 yrs ahead of other professionals that took 5 yrs like Mr. RG. :)

Of course Eric is right. It's all about personal development.

QOTD: (re)programming takes time, so yes I believe your statement.
Greetings from Belgium, this is Jeroen Lingier

I am no expert yet, so I would have to agree with you

That can work! 1-3-5-7-realistic expectations for building a strong business and like you say, 7 years to become world class ain't bad!

1-3-5-7, I don't have a problem with that. those seven years will fly by and be a fun roller coaster!!!!!!!

Well I agree-I have been in the industry for more than 7 years...have built a 6 figure income a few times...now on my 3rd journey...and I LOVE technology. Yet it is all about building relationships with and through technology not auto responder /lead generation/ old genealogies etc..only.It is about making the simple connections...and becoming the person you become on this journey...so I'm with you Eric...I love the way we can use the technology like SKYPE video to cross the globe...but it is all about the story we are telling and the leadership skills we are developing along the way that really excites me!

hope some can do it in a shorter period of time

Totally, agree!

Its not about the speed of the message, its about the speed of your shifting, and that takes time, some people change faster than others, others already were on the path of changing before finding NM, and others even involved in NM still embrace the old ideas, so I guess the only way to make this formula fail, is whether we, YOU, I want to beat it!

I also wish I was there!

Federico

It will take 10 years to be wealthy

in our business you get paid in direct proportion to your emotional intelligence...your check is on par with your personal development...or as Seth Godin says..."in every organization everyone rises to the level at which they become paralyzed with fear."

Such an important realization, today's lesson is! Many times,we forget that it is our own pace that really matters. In fact it is our own pace that only matters. Not our uplines. Not our downlines. Not our sidelines. But our "SELFLINE" (a new term in network marketing is born!!!

Great points...I think what leads ppl to believe that are the "overnight" success stories. However when they look at them today as ultra-successful they fail to realize that they already went through the growth, the learning, the reprograming...either in another company or even another industry prior to. Good stuff! thanks for sharing Eric!

I truly believe this. I know we have all the tools we need to build large groups. It is ourselves we need to build an grow.

there is no such thing as get rich quick in this world.

thank you Eric you are right, even if it takes me 10 years, it is a life time experience,

interesting formular and I think Eric is right. I'v started a half year ago, so I can still become profitable...

This modern technology is a great tool to communicate with more people however your ability to create relationships is everything.

It's so true - this profession develops people. I learnt so much and continue to learn!

Taking the time to develop oneself is the one key factor that I have adapted in the past 6 months. I used to think - yeah - ok - I'll develop myself.

Now I say: YEAH!!! I will continue to develop myself so I can create the success I know is out there waiting for me!! Developing myself no longer takes a back seat - it IS the primary thing I do from the driver's seat!

We have a bigger opportunity, and we could reach out to more people, but as you say, you have to grew yourself, and build relations to get a stable group and business. I believe with internet today, it is easier to make people stay in business, and to reach out with education.

With all the advancements in training and technology getting to the top still requires drive to want to get to the top. My team has great tools, etc., yet I am only now getting up off my butt and using them. Everyone who made it to the top so far had their own amazing tools for their time. Many in the past didn't make it to the top. Key is drive to go pass the rejection to the next and work the numbers. Drive, vision, caring, whatever the word, to me it not the improvement of technology and training moving us to the top.

love it

This is an awesome concept to reset expectations for yourself or your team

I agree when you say that it is a matter of you. I have been learning that without self development is impossible to become a world class top earner

I am making a note of this. I am learning so much from these shows. Thank you

The more I learn, the more I need to learn...

Morning

Understanding that I am growing through the experience to become a great leader.

Maybe I'm a slow learner - but I am still willing to learn!

Eric, I have never heard that before. I kinda got into when you put out the players only webinar. This has changed my way of thinking. Thank you for your insight, that has really helped me.

Anything of real value does take time. Thanks for the encouragement!

Oh eric...I had hoped it would be faster than that! sound quality poor towards the end of the broadcast. too much wind.

And I thought this was a get rich quick deal! :) NOT! What's the difference between the profitability of my business versus someone yours? Especially if we are in the same company; we have the same tools available to us; the same training; etc. The difference is what each of us brings to our enterprise. We have to ‘grow’ ourselves into profitable entrepreneurs.

I agree that the tools and technology and systems that we have today affords us the opportunity to build an incredible business. I also agree that what keeps us from making money as fast as we would like is ourselves. The first step is getting out of our own way.

We have been trained by society to go to school and get a job. Going into network marketing with the same mindset that we have going to our jobs will only cause frustration and disappointment. Setting the expectation of 1-3-5-7 years makes sense. We must also understand that during that time we must develop our skills and work our business daily. Without action, you can be a 20-year network marketer with very little to show for it. Let's get to work!

PS Australia's a beautiful country with the excellent people! Enjoy!

This could be discouraging news for someone, but actually I am very happy about this. You cannot expect to become a Professional in a few months in any camp. It took me more than 5 years to become a lawyer and I must confess that I found many of the courses really boring and uninteresting... On the contrary I love learning self development and leadership, so I really look forward to the next 5-7 years.
During this learning process I will of course use the new technology tools to start earning some money and fulfill some of my dreams. Thank you Eric!

Since we aren't "born" leaders, we have to learn how to become one so we have something to offer those who choose to follow us. That doesn't happen overnight. Nothing worth while ever does. All successful leaders spent the necessary time to develop their skills first to be able to give value to others.

I love that...it takes that long to develop YOU (ME)..

Totally agree with you Eric. I have many battle scars already.

If you want to read a book on battle scars with a sailing connection read The Pursuit of Victory , The Life and Achievment of Horatio Nelson, by Robert Knight. Nelson was the gratest naval commander of all time and that guy has battle scars. What set him apart, why was he world class? because he lead from the front and his men loved him. He was a legend in his own lifetime.
Guys become legends, lead your teams by example.
Very kind regards
Peter Ragg

I do think this applies to most people. However, there are those exceptions. I guess it all depends on how hungry a person is, just like Les Brown said. Personal Development is so key. Great point, Eric.

1-3-5-7 Where else can you get to financial freedom in 7 years? It will be so worth it. I don't feel quite so frustratedabout where I am now.

I agree... B4 network marketing I had gone thru so many years of school (being taught to be an employee). Then I worked for Corporate America for 10+ years (which added to my teaching from school). Now I'm intrigued and interested in Network Marketing & I see this as being my life's future. I'm still employed with one of the largest banks in the world, but I'm working on my 1-3-5-7, for myself. I have to free myself from this machine!!!

We're such an "instant society", we want instant sucess with-out paying the price for personal development of our personal leadership. The leadership becomes the "glue" that keeps our organizations/communities together during the "challenging" times. If people have a quick success mentality, they may walk away from their opportunity for lasting success. We have to share with them taht even with early success, challenges will come on relationships, markets, economy, etc. Success is a journey, enjoy the trip for the long-haul.

The most of us forget that it needs time for our selfdevelopment. It can´t happen in weeks.

Isn't that interesting. We are working towards building relationships and to linking up, training, supporting not only by word-of-mouth, face-to face sponsoring and team building but weare reinforcing what we do (and ticking sustainability boxes) by using online resources and new technology to not only connect but to maintain what we have built. Yet, though I aim to help change the 1-3-5-7 stastistic in terms of how fast you can get to the top, this will always be a people orientated business. Technology may, if recent events are taken into account, be the mechanism by which NWM speeds up in line with the rest of this rushing world we live in. The irony is that, working from home or out and about, this speeding up will also be the means by which we can choose to physically slow down and reduce work-related travel.....if we want. For me, it's all about the journey and I love to travel - in my mind and around the planet. That's why I do so much of it. THANKS AGAIN ERIC

No ???, there is a significant learning process and it does take time and effort.

it's about coming to realize through personal experience -what personal development really means..

i like the way you put this never heard it like that b4....gona R-N-D..... Rob N Duplicate

This is the most significant knowledge in our business. I personally take this as i decide to become a professional doctor. This is profession business!

I was not a networkmarketing pro in the past, but I really think what T. Harv Eker says in his book: Succes is not about the things you obtein, is about what person you become. And that takes time.

I think you are right. Technology is just a tool. You have to really understand the fundamentals to be able to use a tool effectively - and that takes time. The 10,000 hours syndrome from Malcom Gladwell.

excellent outline

thats the first time I herd that one 1,3,5,7
lern something new every day

I think you are right Eric with the 1-3-5-7 formula. The exceptions to the rule are the people with the large circle of influence and have alot of respect from their peers or other aquaintences. Some people just have that sort of charisma about them that whatever they say people just hang on their every word and take anything they say as gold.

My answer is:
in someway, because it takes in steps of 1, 3, 5, 7 years to devellop me to become a netwerkmarketingpro. Ofcourse advancements in training & technology will help to get you to the top faster. Because when training is easely available through internet it will help.

yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. Good times ahead........before, you could with great fear and over several years, , travel around the world like Cook; today, it is a different fear but a few hours.......so, I may be on the Cook time line but without the fear or doubt of the outcome.

With the new technology you can get, and give information to your Team faster, that´s true. It still takes time to develop leadership skills, and I think your formula is very accurate. In our Team we teach people that it takes normally 1-3 yrs. to be able to make a living on your business, and 2-5 yrs to make BIG income, eg. more than $12 000. Of course there are always exceptions from this formula but that will be the average time...IF you work consistant, are coachable and have patience.

I agree and disagree with you on this subject. I believe the majority of people will fall into this frame of 1-3-5-7 but I believe there is exceptions to the rule. There have been those who have accumulated a significant income within 1 year. I think it goes back to how much you are willing to invest in your time and effort on a consistent basis. My belief is that if someone else has done it (build a large income in 1 year) than I can too!

Agree with you Eric, Yes it is true that "technology advancements" is a definite asset but it still takes time to "develop the You in Yourself" - Who gives a "rip" if it takes 5-7 or even 10 years. As long as "you get-r done".
Thanks. Looks like your having a "blast".

Technology is awesome.. this show has convinced me of branding yourself.

3 years to go full time is unfortunately too long for many. I have no doubt it is true but the reality is often not what people want to hear.

Is there anyway customers can watch the webinar "Becoming a World-Class EVENT Promoter!" again as I missed it yesterday?

Thanks Eric.

Sounded like Australia got itself involved in some kind of Atomic War, but the pictures were quite peaceful, so I guess Eric will make it home alive....hopefully a little faster then in 1-3-5-7 years....hope I will reach my targets in that kinda timeframe myself as well.... ;-)

I do agree with you, Eric. But, the technology can help us improve ourself faster. For example: Today my alarm clock waked me up at 03:00 o'clock in the morning to join a great webminar: Becoming a Well-Class Events Promoter. If it's not for the technology I would have to go all the way to the USA to participate in the seminar. It's nearly imposible considering the fact that I'm living in Israel......
Thank you Eric so much for an empowering webinar,

That is a great timeline... no one becomes an overnight success.

Thanks!

Technology helps but personal growth takes time

It is a matter of 'Why' not 'How', each and everyone should find out their 'WHY' first then the 'how' is small and very easy, am i right?, thank you sir for you short but powerful messages every day..........i love you...

I think you can get there quicker with training and technology, if you already have what it takes. If you don't I think the 1-3-5-7 formula is realistic , if you do what you need to and work hard.

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Thanks. I am looking forward to learning about me as a leader. I will do this.

Everybody has a price to pay for success. We all have to go through our process in our own time. I think the technology today just makes it easier and helps SOME get their faster but most probably still fall under your 1-3-5-7 Formula.

Thanks Eric, I like the 1-3-5-7 formula, it is a learning curve.

Well first of all I wasn't around in the past.
Guess it 's easier now than it used to be,because there is a lot of info. But you must be right ;you have to go trough all parts of the business yourself to grow and become better after each experience

I love it. I am new. It makes me feel I can do it.

Electronics is great to help speed the learning curve but I believe the initial relationship is best build when built from a belly to belly, eye to eye encounter. Hope to be sailing with my team in 5 years.

The process gets faster with online movies, technology, websites and tools, but slows down with people getting distracted, easy internet search to find possible negative things to discourage them and it takes the same amount of time to build the know, like, and trust relationship....I'd say you're right Eric, it still takes time and consistency to get the long term results...great video!

This numbers make sense, just the people that comes with the lotery mentality don-t get it. They plan to come to NM, get rich in a month and not even need self dvelopment, that's why they fail and go out saying that this doesn't work. I'm so glad for having the self develompment handy so we know that if we stay long enough, and we do what needs to be done we are going to get there sooner or later.

Basically it is all about how hard you work. What is your WHY?

I love the transparency and good set of expectations... I only suggest not to use the formula to relax and loose the sense of urgency... Thank you Eric Worre.

It's so frustrating when I'm not where I want to be in my business, but I'm not giving up. And it's great to know that it typically does not happen over night. It takes time. Persevere!

I am a perfect example of your formula. Though I know I am taking longer than 1 year to be profitable but I know that I had plenty of growing to endure. It as been painful but definitely enlightening and worth while. I know that I am on the right path.

It makes sense. I think we are all getting carried away by technology ... that it can do everything. I am glad it cannot do everything. I am just starting out and will let you know whether the 1-3-5-7 applied to me ;-)

1,3,5, 7... brilliant.

It is good to keep that perspective because we hear the stories over and over again of those that are able to quit their jobs in months and are growing so fast. We begin to think that is what should be happening. It is a great story and fun for that person..but most people are average and run the normal course. It is nice to know that it is normal and ok even though we would like to be exceptional.

Well in any other profession it's also a bit like that: People start as apprentice, get promoted while working and studying some more and get promoted... If everything goes well. Nobody starts as a CEO of a company, that takes years normally.
However, I think here you can help the speed by working hard... on yourself!

well i studied 5 years in high school to earn 1500 euro/month. then what's 5 years to earn a high income..
But I'm really glad that th etruth is spoken here, because i get sick of the 'quick rich' mentality of much networkers, and even of leaders who try to do us believing that and who give the industry a ba name!

Thanks its true I need to reprogram.

Mr W you said it all. Thank you

Yes-I've had a number of different jobs, and it's always been this way.

The formula sounds reasonable and makes sense. Even though some can make it to top in a very short time for the majority it takes longer and this little tip may help us to clarify the journey and the results.
As Mr. Craig Bradley says "The dream is free, the journey is not."

Wish you all a wonderful Thursday.

Thansk for some good advice Eric.

thanks eric, good to think about!!

the timeline is not bad but can be improved upon by a few who have a big enough why.

This formula makes sense and is reassuring to me. I would like to be more profitable at this point in my career (2 1/2 years, as I am just breaking even.) Seems where I am weakest is not talking to enough people and attracting more business builders. My goal and intention for this year.
Question: Most people quit this profession because they get discouraged and lose patience with the process. How can I be a better leader early on to prepare people to have more success up front?

Eric, I think your formula is pretty close to real. I think some have the ability to move faster but an average person who wants to do it right this is what they should look forward too. Question is how about those who have been around for several years and have only had mild success. What happens when they finally turn it on and go to work in earnest, does this time-line also apply to them?

the time frame realistic we are finding we have a lot habits to break and some to make

Excellent timeline! Thanks Eric!

Thanks Eric!!

I tend to agree with your timeline

Eric your formula sounds perfectly reasonable and is a good way to set expectations. I think the timeline depends on where you start out on the personal development scale.

I like this formula. Financial growth matches your personal growth.

God knows if I could stick this little bit of information in some peoples head what difference would it make for there success...

If more people understood this formula we would have more retention. Some people think that this is a get rich quick scheme and the minute success doesnt come in a month they're ready to quit. 3-5 year game plan

I love this formula and will continue to use it for myself and my team!

so true! 3-5 year plan

Eric, You told me about this formula several weeks ago in response to a similar question on another video. I agree with your assessment. The 1-3-5-7 rule makes complete sense regarding my personal development expectations. Thanks for the reminder.

PS.....I HAVE TO POST THIS AS A GUEST BUT I DON'T KNOW WHY!

Being a new professional network marketer, this is exactly what I anticipate...1,3,5,7....no matter what tools I use. Practice makes perfect...on both personal development and training. I'm still working on it.

Its the first time I am hearing this Eric, but its so reassuring. It still boils down to personal development and "serving the time" to accomplish it. Thanks

I've never heard of the 1-3-5-7 year formula before, but I like it.

Right on! Those are the numbers I experienced in my career in MLM. It took me almost 2 1/2 years to go full time. I am in my 4 1/2 year mark and my income is growing (residual income that is). I am thrilled for where it will take me this fantastic adventure during the next 2 years! ... "World class proffesional" sounds like something too far right now, but I will continue to follow your advice and expectations ... as always!

And I agree, like in any other career in this day, technology does makes things easier, but not necessarily creates a better result. It's all about developing ourselves, specially our skills and level of believe.

As Malcom Gladwell says....we need 10.000 hours of experience to develop expertize in any occupation.

In this moment from Bogotá,

-GJ

It really depends on the person and the particular opportunity they are working. I can think of a few people who are brand new to network marketing that are on track to doing the whole process in 1-2-3 because they have the right vehicle. These people are often either business owners or corporate management types. They have the skills, connections and motivation.

For the average person they do need to have realistic time frame otherwise they will drop out when they don't create the success they want soon enough, so the 1-3-5-7 is good to keep expectations in check. If they are dedicated, in the right place at the right time, and bring something to the table 1-2-3-4 is doable too, and I would say is my goal.

This is why its so important to also recruit 'up' in your business so you can have people that can get up to speed much quicker.

I agree with you Eric!!

I really like this 1-3-5-7 year formula. It really is true that your financial growth matches your personal growth. I've seen people start building success and then come to a stand still because they thought that they didn't have to do any personal develpment.

Advancements in training and technology is a great thing, but reprogramming your mind is not so fast process. That's why it takes time to become a real leader in NM.

Eric,
I was not able to see the slide show on the webinar, but I could hear you just fine. Maybe I will be able to see it on the re-play. Is that going to come through email?

So I have 7 more months to make a profit, but still, 7 years doesn't sound too bad when you have already put over 20 into something else that is not growing.

Thanks so much for reminding us to see it still takes time to change one's mind and habits to become truly profitable in network marketing. To top it off one has growth to show for it and that means everything than the monetary gains...Looking 4ward to the next video!!

EXCELLENT Webinar tonight!!! I finished that and came straight to today's video because I'm so on fire! A year to be somewhat profitable, 3 years to be able to go full-time, 5 years to earn a high income, 7 years to become world class. I love it. It's realistic, and it's attainable. THANK YOU, Eric. You are changing the path of my life.

Episode 24 of Eric Worre's 100 Episode Throw Down Challenge:

I still have notes on this subject Eric. But the reminder is always helpful. I once said that I wish a t some events I would've liked to of rewound what you were saying. Now with NM PRO I CAN! TOO COOL!

See you in SF.

Your right Eric. 7 years is not a long time to invest to be free and live your own life by your own rules. It is so worth it.

Thanks For speaking the truth..We sometimes think that technology will make things go faster.

I like this basic premise - I think its right on the mark.

thank you eric

1-3-5-7 formula- I have not heard this before but I am glad you said it. I thought I was behind and it looks like I am right on track. Technology has helped me find more people to talk with more quickly but it definitely hasn't made the learner curve any quicker.

I know of a woman who wrote an award winning, best-selling novel in two weeks because she didn't know it was supposed to take a long time. I wonder what she'd do in network marketing if she didn't know the 1-3-5-7 formula.

1-3-5-7-well get yourslf programed & keep on WORKING at it. It's NetWORK Marketing& the process has a progression of the way things usually work for most people. But the programing of one's self takes a lot of time & it also takes a lot of WORK!

My thoughts on this is it depends on the person. People that already have some of the skills will attain world class in much shorter time than 7 years. I also think it depends on the rate of growth of your company. It depends on the place your company is in the "S" curve, in its growth and in the industry trends "S" curve location. If you are in before momentum phase, you will grow at a much faster rate than someone in a company that is in stability, even if your skills are not at the top of your game.

Whoa, Eric, please, I'm already 56 and have been at this one year. I'm still not profitable and I don't like to think I have to wait until my 60's when I would like to slow down to be a world class networker.....

I think it depends on the skills someone show up with. If they are just starting the business area. then it may take longer than someone who has "business skills" to use. People who are in the people business can use some transferable skills to assist in starting their mlm biz.

I'll let you know if a few years ... so far, we're on track.

When it comes to prospects, I teach, "We're not in the sales business; we're in the sorting business." Sorting for what? For people who want more in their lives and are willing to DO something about it. In that sense, the tech tools make it easier, to FIND those types of people faster. Whence, it should speed up the time table some. That said, 1-3-5-7 is a simple guideline to help people avoid the trap of unrealistic expectations.

A conscience is what hurts when all your other parts feel so good.

I think it all depends on your goals. If you have a high priority on your dreams and goals than you're going to work harder at it than someone who really doesn't know what they want out of life. The old saying " if you treat it like a business you will get a business check . If you treat it like a hobby you'll get a hobby check" , still rings true.

I think that if that's what you believe then that becomes your reality. I still kinda believe it depends on the individual. Some people still suck even with the advanced technology.

As much as I/most people want success to come quickly, it does take a while for us to grow enough to be able to handle and manage the additional income. You hear so many times of people winning the lottery and then within just a short period of time they are broke again, it's because their wealth came too quickly and they couldn't handle it/manage it. As we grow along with our business it truly will be life long wealth because we will have grown enough personally in order to be able to handle/manage it.

Thanks for the reminder Eric.

#23
you can't microwave personal development... However, I do believe that some people can move a little faster depending on what type of background they have. A person like myself was a mechanic when I first joined the business. Very few skills transfer from one trade to another so I had to learn a lot from scratch. There are some people, however... teachers, coaches, instructors, etc. that have some valuable MLM skills from day one. And while there is definitely a learning curve either way, I believe it's shorter for some people. 1-3-5-7 sets the right expectations though across the board. That way people understand that it's not get rich quick and there is a learning curve associated with this profession as with any.

There's gold in them thar hills ay cap'n. (In a swashbuckling pirate voice.. aaarrrgggghhhhhh).

Sure you can get to the top of a compensation plan faster with the help of technology, but as you say Eric, to be top of your game?... different story. And that's the same in every business.
Probably another reason why businesses, or should I say people, fail. It takes time for the egg to hatch.
The journey though is just so thrilling.

I disagree Eric. If that was true, everyone in for 3 years would be full time and everyone in for 5 years would be making "big" money. In addition, you have to experience a new mindset and "programming" change to get to the top levels.

I love this formula because it gives parameters of where one could/should be at different stages in the game in this profession (If they're consistently working within their business and on themselves). I've seen people move really fast and others, it took longer to catch on. Several people come in and want to be at the $10,000 per month marker by the 3rd week they're in the business, don't see the money and they're gone. This takes true commitment and development. This business tests you every single day. We hear stories of people running to the top of the company in 6 months but no one takes into consideration, how many companies they may have been part of before and the skills they picked up along the way to make that happen. 1-3-5-7 - This is year number 5 1/2 for me in the profession but according to the formula i'm between 2 1/2 - 3. We're on our way!

Couldn't agree more Eric, without personal development we will never have the success we want. I agree with Patty's statement 1 - 2 years ago there would be no way i could do what i do now.

1-3-5-7 formula that makes a lot sense..even with technology, it really depends on the person and the type of person to determine how quickly one can get success.

It fits in with what I know about gestation. Og Mandino said it takes a 100 years for an olive tree and only 9 weeks for onions. 7 years to become world class... the adventure of it is dazzling.

It sounds reasonable.

I'd love to be in Sydney Harbor! Thank you for giving your perspective. It's all about relationships!

I agree with you, Eric. It takes time in order to grow. Network marketing needs a lot of tenacity and persistence. I have been in this business for eight months and I am still learning and I agreed to be coach-able.

Technology has greatly enhanced our ability to make a connection with large numbers of people. However, we still need to grow that connection into some type of trusting relationship, then build upon that through the connections of that person - which takes time, practice and patience.

I have some new people in my group that are tearing it up - I'll let you know if the 1-3-5-7 applies. :-)

Best to you,
Scott

1, 3, 5, 7 - thanks for the perspective.

Ah! Yes, we wish we were there, too!

1 - 3 - 5 - 7. Yes, I agree. We have amazing tools today, however, I know from my own personal experience that the things I'm doing today, the people I'm talking with, I would have never been ready 2 years ago or even last year.

Hard work like everything else..and pacience

Like any business it takes time,you have to give it 3 to 5 years.

Thank you for your time Eric

#233 - The 1-3-5-7 Formula - The formula makes a lot of sense - Technology helps, but I agree Eric that it still takes time for me to develop me. Personal grouwth is a huge part of this business. Thanks.

Yes Eric i agree

I call it cleaning the garden of your mind and that real take a lot of time and hard work , weeds dont ask to grow in a normal garden you don't even buy it at the nursery shop it just grow. The same with negative thinking or thoughts and that is the hardest garden to clean . The best is it is your job to do it no one can do it for you , not your normal gardener of your home even if you pay him $100 000 000 to do it for you . you are the gardener of your own mind .... Thanks :-)

Like the others have said, it makes a lot of sense. This is a business with a unique model and every job/occupation requires training. Becoming a professional network marketer is totally separate from merely joining a network marketing company. I did that for years with little remuneration. Loved the products; couldn't stand the heat of rejection, the recommended training, the accountability. Seeing that this requires time 1/3/5/7, puts it all into perspective. You just can't by-pass the character development; shorten it, yes. By-pass it, no.

Thank you for the 1, 3, 5, 7 concept. Maybe that will help to keep my mindsets in check and stable.

Thank you, Eric for putting this career in a realistic perspective, especially for the "lottery mentality" individuals to give NMPro a real time framework to work with: 1-3-5-7! I am grateful to have you as a mentor and I am working on completing my first year in April, 2010. Woohoo!

If we follow the systems, go full core, the formula of 1, 3, 5 and 7, is not bad

I love the 1,3,5,7 theory. Makes a lot of sense and helps me to accept where I am with this...Thanks Eric

Well said Eric.

I really think this is true, I myself need more time to get pro and keep on developing myself.
Technology is a tool, it can not replace the skills I need.

This is SO true. I like the 1,3,5,7 formula. It gives people a realistic mindset, so many think that they will be making a huge income in 12 months, and although that can happen, it is not the standard. We would keep more people active and committed if they started with this time-frame in mind. Thanks again!

1-3-5-7 is great and gives me hope and courage to keep on doing my thing ! Thanks

Sometimes even one lifetime isn't enough to complete our personal development and finding our true self. The 1,3,5,7 formula es simple and powerful to share with others. With technology, we have become less patient. We want it all right now. Our minds will still win, and that is why after so many years, the 1,3,5,7 formula still applies.

Absolutely TRUE.... Technology does help to comunicate, but not to develop leadership!

There is no get rich quick... technology is great, but it's ONLY a tool. It's all about relationships which takes time and personal growth.

This is a really great message Eric!

The wind in the sheets blasted over some of your comments, but I understood you to say "get rid of that lottery mindset" with your "1-3-5-7 Formula". Great advice.

I think you're right Eric - even with all the technology it still takes time to become the person who can lead a large team. And that is best learned through experience.

It looks beautiful where you are!

That puts things into perspective, I will be sure to use that. Some people I speak with think they are going to make it overnight and although I'm new to this business, I understand that only the lottery can do that.

By the way, I'm sure your sailing pros told you that there are no ropes on a boat, only lines and sheets!

Keep up the great work!

Well, I know some people get to top levels quickly. But for me, it's looking like a 1-3-5-7 journey... And definitely, developing me is what needs to be done over time. I was reading a book called 7 habits of highly successful people. I realized that I am independent which is more productive than dependent people but what I need to learn is to become interdependent. Team work!

Thanks Eric.
This definitely puts everything into perspective.
I agree. I see people (like me for exmaple) that earned quite an amount of money but don't have the necessary skills to consolidate and lead the process.
Also kills the get rich quick mindset right here.

Great information.

NOTES:

1 year to profitability
3 years to go full time
5 years to earn a high income
7 years to be world class
This is the time necessary to develop myself and reprogram my mind. It is a learning experience, to stumble and fall and get up again and learn.

It helps to have realistic expectations, otherwise it would be easier to just quit. Thanks or your insight.

Eric! I agree with you! People who get to the top fast are usually not equipped to train others to do the same... Mainly because your 1357 rule is simply the truth! It takes time to learn and be a leader! Thanks for all you do!

It makes sense to me that. Because personally it's been hard for me to reprogram my mind, then help other people to reprogram their minds.
We are not robots to be reprogrammed by technology only. We are not inside The Matrix.
Technology only makes the message to be delivered much faster, but may not be understood that fast.

Saludos from Aguascalientes, Mexico.


Martín V.

How true. We are our own worst enemies sometimes.

Thanks Eric, great insight. Personal development is something I have been working on. I know I have a lot of room for improvement.

Great to hear that! Personal Development - that is what it is all about!

Great advice! It takes work and education.

Thanks

Hi Eric,
having fun downunder, ha???
you hurt your fingers while seting the sails? (-:

1-3-5-7 is a great way to explain the business. we sure have a better way!!!

Ron Ackerman - Israel

I agree Eric, There are a few that seem to raise to the top faster but they may have learned leadership and management skills earlier in their life.

"Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome." - Booker T. Washington

One of the down sides I see from technology is the outside influence of all the latest and greatest opportunities we see on the internet. Way to many people see these opportunities and jump ship to join a new program before they have had time to have success.

“Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up”. - Thomas Edison

Sometimes it's just little things that keep people from long term success.

Have an awesome day!

Craig

I think a better understanding of the 1-3-5-7 rule would go a long way in reducing the "Get Rich Quick" mentality that runs rampant in the industry... thnx Eric

Hola Eric I´m in my first year and i´m a Profesional Networker Because of AGEL and the Garduño´s Brothers.
Thank you very much.
Saludos.
Daniel y Natali,Querétaro,México.

Thanks Eric. Use the tools and stay with it.

Thanks Eric, great insight there, keeps me on the path towards success!!

To know the 1-3-5-7 rule you have to be dedicated and consistent! It's a challenge to become profitable in your first year.The tools and the Internet has opened up opportunities for people who just could not work a warm market.
Regard
Laura Lopez Monterrey

Personal growth has been my biggest achomplishment so far. Thanks Eric.

As spouse to a Medical Internist I can corroborate drpicedc's earlier comment. The difference in return on investment time and the pure monetary return between successful networking and medical practice is incalculable. That said I never believed network marketing was a quick path to wealth.

I agree 100%, our own development takes time. Nothing will happend to us before something has happend with us.

1-3-5-7. Great information. Never heard it before. I will remember now. I won't get too anxious and give up.
I am really looking forward to the webinar tonight!!!!!!!

Why are there so many out there that say it can be done more quickly? It's a great lesson Eric!

I believe in some cases, technology has slowed down the process.

Seems like a long time? Lets put it in perspective. I am a physician. 8 years of school....$145K in student loan debt....$110K in Startup Costs.....As high as $20K Per month in overhead expenses.....all of this before seeing the first patient. Now 5 years into practice and making probably less than 1/4 of what you make with double the time and 100's of time the expenses. This is what this industry offers. A low risk opportunity to earn a significant income based on sweat equity. Anyone with desire can put in sweat equity. That is the beauty of MLM!

consistent effort over time builds a huge business - in no manner a get rich quick scam

1-3-5-7. An intersting formula. Could it be done faster, quicker? I doubt it. To become first class and really make a difference it does take 7 if you dedicate a whole lot of time to get better. Most prospects stop at the 1 year mark and never develop any farther. The sad thing is that they think their way is the only way and never get past the 1. 1 can last a long time for most folks.

Some initially may have a fast start with technology, but then it comes down to developing self and relationships.

Thanks a million

I am definitely working toward "5" from "3" and I like this process in my journey..I have learned so much from so many and have only begun!!

Thanks Eric.

For sure, you have to develpo yourself to lead this is so different than the corp world, I'm learning every day. Thanks Eric

Hi Eric
Well I seem to be following the pattern perfectly! I have become moderately successful in one year - going into my 2nd year wondering how I can help my team to see what I see and do what I do!! On track to be a top level exec in this company in 3 years and the rest, as they say - WILL BE History!

Thanks Eric!

Everyone who is 'world-class' knows this to be true. Each person has to become the person they have to be in order to do and have what they envision for their lives. This takes time. I know people who generate a good number of leads on the internet, but don't have the skills to turn them into business partners, but over a period of time, I trust they will. 1, 3, 5, 7....That's just the way it is. Thank you Eric.

Great point Eric. I remember your videos with Darren Hardy of Success Magazine where you talked about every network marketing company really being a PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT company. Compensation plans reward marketing skills, networking skills, leadership skills, teamwork skills, etc. Keep learning and growing! David

You are dead right there !!! All about developing you !!! Learning so much on that front !

Eric, I believe you are right.
But I'm still gonna try to make it faster!
I myself is feeling the inertia in me. It's hard to leave the old business paradigms that I've spent years learning and practising. You would think that once I understood and believed that MLM is the future and the thing for me, I would just go out and do it like nobody's business.
Well, I still struggle at times. I don't prospect enough.
Why not? If I really believe in it, why is it so dificult to go tell the World?
Probably because it goes against everything I've learned in my life and the culture I live in.


BUT I WILL MAKE IT, 'CAUSE I WON'T QUIT!!!!

How about using Technology to increase your learning process rather than using it to speed up your business building process... Specially when you are not personally up to that level of a world class income level type of person...

Here is an example... If you give a "beginner" driver a race car and say GO, like a Pro Race car driver... They are going to either "crash and burn", or they are not going to use the race car anywhere close to it's potential like a word class driver could! There are so many "little things" that makes a HUGE difference that a Pro does without thinking about it that makes all the difference! Learning to be a Pro driver, I would guess that it would take a lot more than a couple of days or a few emails or use of technology...

Good learning!
Earl

Nice comment. We had the experience here in Europe when Massa had his accident in a Formula 1 race and the person that test drives the very same Ferrari was tasked to drive in races. Best outcome is he never finished or a dead last. And you cannot say he did not know the car. He test drived it numerous times. Goes to show you even if you know the vehicle you are driving you cannot get it to it's full potential unless you learn, practice, fail, practice, learn, practice, fail, learn, practice, fail over and over again. Important part is not being afraid of failure and learning from your mistakes.

personal development is key for everything, so true. Even if yu come to an opportunity with years of reading and studying this stuff, you can transfer that to your new business, you have to actively engage in this growth starting from scratch and apply that 1-3-5-7 strategy moving forward.

I think you're right on, Eric! I also think that people are becoming more open to giving themselves 7 years to create the lifestyle they want. And for me it has taken that long for the shift by seeing results of my actions and working on myself.

This is a little disheartening to know. Having already retired from one career I was hoping that working full time right away, would expediate success. Then again what else am I going to do wither away without ever seeking success in my own business?

I think perhaps it is easier to build a larger cold market and warm it up than it was before using social media correctly but of course you still need to meet face to face to develop lasting trusted relationships therefore it might be best to build you list locally at first to avoid having too much travel time and complexity.
Certainly technology makes it easier to get in touch, organise people, earn and stay in touch - just look at this site and my attendance at webinars and (shortly) live events all achieved through the internet.
There will always be exceptions to every rule so some will get financially free quicker than 12 months - 3 years if they already have the majority of skills and the self-belief/daily habits in place to sustain them and, perhaps more importantly, help them to avoid self-sabotaging in their enthusiasm to succeed at the expense of people.

Technology and the Internet is helping those with no warm market and it helps with building in other countries but I don't believe it is necessarily quicker. You mentioned re-programming your mind and I found this a quantum leap. If as was discussed in previous videos NM is about personal developmnet, mindset, relationships and trust these things still have to be developed. . It can actually take longer on the Internet because you need to build trust with people and its Huge out there.

However, I think the tools are wonderful and the Internet has opened up opportunities for people who just could not work a warm market. I'll stay with the 1-3-5-7

Eric I tend to agree with you.
From my own personal experience this is what I have been seeing. Of the people who appear to be doing it in 1 or 2 years. When you look deeper you see that they have either been in this business before with a different company or that they have had a business that required them to build a large network of customers and so they have gone through the personal development and developed the skill sets needed to push it over the top when they enter this new endeavor.
Ok 2 down 5 to go.

Anything worth having is worth the time & effort it will take to achieve.

i couldn't agree with you more although i do believe the internet has opened up the door and has given people the opportunity to reach out to people and build relationships with people all over the world. It's unfortunate that most people just use that as a medium to blast their opportunity and skip the step in creating the relationship. I know you are against using the internet for recruiting but what are your thoughts about using the internet to build the relationship, taking the relationship offline and then finding a need and filling that need?

Beautifully put Eric! True success takes time and commitment. Many people don't have the patience for 1,3,5,7. But where else is this even possible for the average person? This is truly an amazing oportunity.

Rick M

Never heard 1 3 5 7 before, found it fascinating.
Thanks Eric

Phew..... been catching up on my comments and finally made it to today's show.
I love these video postcards from Sydney, Eric!
I think I agree with you about technology. I believe that with the modern tools of today, namely the internet, one CAN achieve success faster, but only a select few are able to do this. The "average" person won't be able to leverage the internet and find success sooner. Perhaps it's just another method of marketing, not necessarily better or faster, just a new way to do it.

Thanks for the vision and a map to follow 1 - 3 - 5 - 7.

I am with you; endure the paid, time and patience....1,3,5,7 it IS...

Technology is not the ultimate problem-solver. As a proof, I had to watch the video twice in order to understand everything, due to the quality of the sound, caused by the wind :) However, the 1-3-5-7 model is the closest to reality. The development of the business lies in one's personal development. However this model depends on the amount of work each person does.

Powerful and deep concepts.
Thanks

I love your picture 'eabus'. Are you related to Tom Thumb?.... :))

Thank you for your compliment and that day before the picture I had not gone to get my facial!
Yes, I know Tom, I am his cousin, Thumb Face!
Thank you for stopping by
Regards
TF

Personal Development & Relationships take time and together with the 1-3-5-7 Formula you can't fail.

great stuff Eric, personal development is the key!!!
thank you Eric

Excellent. Thanks Eric

The only way to fail is to give up. I know some that quit after 3 months because they had expections of becoming rich over night.

Technology has made it faster than in the past, but relationship and all the other factors (2 a day, consistency, etc.) are still key. I learn so much from these videos everyday !

The thing is to stay around long enough and see it through , too many peiple give up too early

I agree, but if you set the record straight from the beginning then the level of expectation is realistic and not a 'get rich quick' mentality

You are sooo right. It is hard to be on top of things all the time. What an encouragement to know that I am half way through the first year! (:-0

I loved Eric talking about 1-3-5-7 Formula - it keeps me on course and confidend about what I am doing with my business. Thanks Eric - that tape had huge motivational value to me!

I've head this from you in one of the interviews here and from that moment it IMMEDIATELY made sense. I'm already repeating it to my downlines in every training I can. This profession can use some realistic expectations instead of the "get rich fast" approach. My husband and I have been doing the business for 2 years now, and we're working this (our third year) with the goal of becoming full-time. I feel we're right on track.

It takes time to build trust and personal relationships.

I agree that technology is one thing and persinal development another thing.

It's the period of time that any person requires to grow.
It's not a get millionaire fast deal.
It's a personal development growing process, it depends on you.
Thanks a lot.

I believe that this message is one of the strongest ones ever delivered. We can't quite expect that we will achieve greatness overnight, but rather through the hard work and dedication that we put into our Organization on a daily basis.
Thanks, Eric.

Technology is a great tool, however you still have to do the work. Consistent to commitment.

Brilliant post Eric! I have been working on myself (well for my whole life...) consciously for 7 years now. This is the year that I going pro with my network marketing business, and if there is one thing I have learned it is that the best leaders, the best, the top of top personal growth guys out there like the jack Canfield's, Tony Robbins, Mark Victor Hansen's et al... are the greatest students. I applaud you sharing your growth and development with us too!

So many people want instant success. With technology it is so easy for us to connect with and see those who have achieved greatness in this profession. What we don't see is what went into the making of these success stories and how much time, effort and growth went into each of them.

Tackin' and runnin' with the wind in Sydney Harbor. What a trip!
All professions have 5-10-year plans; you've set the marks at 1, 3, 5, 7. That will work!
Now, let's get to it!

If you want to meet or exceed the 1-3-5-7 rule you HAVE to be dedicated and consistent! It's a challenge to become profitable in your first year, especially if you have to work this part-time due to a job, but it's worth it!

Enjoy the the breeze Eric.
This show is right on the money.
Best Regards

Thank for let me know that im on track... on the place im taking.... :)

Hi Eric! Thanks for your thoughts about 1-3-5-7 - Very interesting. /Linda, Sweden

I for sure see you are enjoying your stay in Sydney. That's good. And I am so glad for the technology.
Though I see I need a lot of time, it surprise me that much younger people have that human barriere.
It is so simple, so easy and so logic. HELLOOO!!!!! there.

This is an awesome formula, definitely something I plan to share with my team. Thanks Eric! ;-)

This last year has been a year of personnal growth for me. I have been developing me, learning about me, and over coming me. I know more about me than I ever realized, now I'm ready to help others.

I agree, it could actually take longer if you don't really put your best effort into this opportunity.

I agree - 1 - 3 - 5 - 7

Wow!

So simple, but it really meant a lot for me! I'll never forget the 1-3-5-7 rule!

Thanks Eric!

I agree completely

This is great. Your right we live in such a state of instant gratification that we forget. Compound that for me with the fact that in the relatively new company I am with people shot right to the top. I know those people personally and thinking about it they have been in the business for over 5-10 years. Yes they have a greater sphere of influence but they have also had a lot more time to work on themselves. I'm just not at that stage yet of my learning. You right we have to give ourselves the time to do that and not get frustrated. Just don't quit before payday.

Great formula Eric! I had never thought if it that way. Now looking back over my life I can see where that has happened. In the business of network marketing I am almost at the 1 year mark and profitable. Thanks for all the great wisdom you share with us.
Make it a great day!
God Bless,
-ed

I love that insight. Takes the pressure off of not succeeding fast enough in this "gotta have it now world".

In 1 year, I've developed me. I've branded myself to the point where people know who I am and trust me.
In my 3rd year, I'll be making more money THEN than I am now AND my self-growth will grow to a point where I've never been before...

My vision is on my 3rd year.
The other years will come when I am working towards it.

Baby steps...

7 years to become world class - LOVE THAT!

The 1-3-5-7 formula makes a lot of sense. We should all understand this concept when talking with prospects, it would help manage expectations and minimize attrition quite dramatically.

Looking forward to the webinar about promoting to events this eve... got my pen and notebook ready!

wow - i never thought of it that way. that's a fantastic way of looking at it.

WOW! Every time you seem to have a nugget that is great. Personal development is still the key. Thanks.
The question is if the tools of technology will make it go faster and I think that is something that will be seen in a few years. I believe we are just starting to use these tools and are floundering with how they should be used. Since we all have been using a hammer and nail to build the business we are still trying to use this technology like a hammer and nail. I watch my young adult children approaching problems in a completely different way and getting results from directions I would never have expected. As a professional photographer for 40 years I have watched the use of digital photography into the field. Most photographers still use it with the same expectations of the old film way. The most exciting things done today are by those photographers who have started in digital and use it as a start creating new images that could not have been produced heretofor. Perhaps that is the way technology will affect and effect network marketing.

In any industry or business that I know you can have finantial freedom in 7 years, It worth to try by anyone, with a lot of gain, and minimum risk

Yet I don´t know how many year it will take me to become full time, and world class. One thing I know for sure, without the tremendous effort Eric is displaying through NMPro, certainly, It would take me maybe the doble of time, or even worst, without all the things that I have been learning all this months, maybe months ago I had been quited. So, technology is helping me in one way or another to reach my goals in life through MLM.
Thanks Eric, though this time I do not think tha same way that you do.

god bless you.

From Puebla Mexico, I am Sergio Quintana, MLM Pro.

You would know the answers better than most. I expect a full-time income within 3 years and I am ok with 7 years to World Class. I have to pass the 7 years anyway. Might as well do something great with them.

Thanks Bryan, with few words you shook me this morning.

Sounds like you had great sailing wind. A regatta in Sydney....pretty cool. A reminder that the key to success is us...our thinking, our belief and our vision. Technology is great for connecting us downunder though!

Now I understand that 5 to 10 years of developing are still better than 45 years. In my opinions, we can go faster than we do in the past if we apply these advancements to ourselves development wisely. And, it takes time for things to grow. I think your formula of time is the best one now. Thanks, Eric!

Straight up and straight forward, it is not the MLM Lottery. 1-3-5-7 great way to explain it.

Thanks that helps - knowing that it does take time to develop ourselves especially when others try to knock you down but telling us we're wrong.

Connie T

When I first heard you state this a while back I thought it made alot of sense. As I have been in the industry for a while now, and have had a chance to interact and become great friends with many "world class" professionals, a commonality among them is most have been in the business 5-7+ years.

I believe technology and different social mediums provide access to greater numbers quickly however as you state - you "Have to develop You". It takes some time to program yourself, you will have many, many learning experiences, you need to stumble, get back on your feet and you will have many experiences.

I have seen a few individuals come into my business using technology - they have had great success quickly. They built a big organization fast, made some good initial money but they did not spend time working on themselves. They did not build the relationships, they did not work on themselves nor take the time to program themselves.

If you have activity...then the passage of time is your best friend :)

I wonder if those people you spoke of that didn't work on themselves or the relationships but just sponsored quickly utilizing technology have created a sustainable growth and if they have a higher turnover ratio due to that. If so in the long run you would end up being much more successful because your people engage and have a relationship with you and you have grown yourself to be the leader you need to be.

Had never thought about it in those terms. I like it and I agree.

Thanks for helping me keep my journey in prospective

I agree that it takes time to really develop personally, and that really is the cornerstone of our industry. So the 1-3-5-7 formula I think applies to developing as a real leader. I think that today someone can get to a great income level (and go full time) quickly but that does not translate into being world class.

Nando

So, I like the 1-3-5-7 formula, and I think it makes sense for a new person in Netwrork Marketing. But I see a lot of people who come in, get off to a fast start, and go full-time right away! Some of those people, like Sherman, didn't have anything else going on anyway. But some are actually quitting their jobs. Why do you think that is? Are they making a mistake? I think some of them are going to wish that they had waited a little longer and built up more of a safety net. Because if they are depending solely on that income and they haven't created real duplication yet, they are going to be grinding away every month to meet their self-imposed quotas, and I think this sometimes gives way to bad business practices.

Eric, I have a question for you - if someone has been in the profession for years, developing themselves, learning what to do and what not to do, and re-creating their strategy: if that person starts over, or 'relaunches" - even within the same company - do you think they can beat that timeframe? Do you think they could go full time within a year, and earn a high income within three years? Or do you think that each time you start (again) the 1-3-5-7 formula applies?

I attended a recent event in my company and someone previously in MLM had risen very quickly to aa high rank because of course they could leverage a network of some 65,000 people in their previous business. If you have a large network that trusts you, you'll always have an income and a source of tremendous wisdom and support.
A lot of internet marketers simply build large lists of followers then offer them products on a regular basis. Some people buy just about anything. Perhaps people are wrongly adapting that mindset in MLM via these list-building routines.

Sorry I disagree with your response. Someone with 65,000 people in a previous business does not bring forward the same 65,000. Unless he hass so much influence, which I doubt. I have heard of people switching companies and since they understood the process and they have grown individually they can make it in any company, any time and any place. Much like selling refrigerators to eskimos or shoes to natives that never wore shoes. You have to grow as an individual to master those type of numbers.

Beth, I would say that the self development is the key and if that is in place it would move them ahead. The problem is the self development of the team.

Frank, thanks for your response - I think you're right that personal development is the most important factor.

YES - I believe you can.

The best example Eric - for my YES answer is YOUR SHOW.

YOU have had a profound impact on my life, I'm not kidding.
I've learned more about self development, who I associate with, bringing respect and dignity to the NM Industry, by who YOU are as a person, and the guests you have on your show.

It's still just a sales tool - these advancements in training and technology - Just 1 piece of the puzzle - but we are now able to reach a wider broader audience, and that's great.
Always #1 - we are in the people business - of relationships and telling our story, word of mouth referral.

I am FINALLY with the right Network Marketing Company that thinks the way you do.

See you tonight at the ' Events Promotion Training '

Thanks Nancy :)

So you do read the responses.

Yep. It's just been hard to respond the past two weeks with all the travels. :)

Enlightening! I have found this to be so true. I thought I was ready and with technology it would be so much quicker only to find out in reality, I still needed to work on myself.

I agree with Eric. The technology may be here, but without the leadership, people will go nowhere. Kind of like having the fastest car on the track. If you don't know how to drive the course properly, you won't win.

I think I can live with this "odd", but much more realistic formula! Its more important to focus on what you are going to become while achieving your dreams than focusing on the money you are going to earn.

Takes a long time to become an overnight success but it's still light years ahead of the 40 year plan.

Indeed maturation of mindset and breaking free from the "Matrix" promoting mediocrity takes time however with the tools of technology available today (take Network Marketing Pro as an example) the exposure rate to like minded individuals can be much more frequent and Ah-Ha points reached quicker and then "Reinforced"!! One more example...a new team member joined last week after a personal webcast to Alaska from my home 1000's of miles away...training modules in hand and first 3 way's this week....start the curve early and reinforce often utilizing the new tools of technology....

Sure makes a lot of sense to me. Thank you for that insight. I'm right on track!

Just incredible how many people seem to think that there MUST be a short cut, Technology can help but doesn't alter the fact that it is ME that has to change...as someone once said - it is just the time it takes...

The only limit is you. So yes i know that personal becoming takes time. But once you get better and better you can reach more and more people through technology and marketing(which is finding qualified prospects and converting them into partners/clients). But without becoming you don't reach the level to be able to find the right prospects and to position yourself accordingly in order to grow a huge business. You can have thousands of new prospects every day through technology and marketing(using all kinds of ways to deliver your marketing message to qualified prospects) if you can't show that you can lead them to their desired outcome they will not join you. SO the person that you ARE is the factor that makes the difference. If you are not THAT person yet. It's ok because you can BECOME. But becoming takes time. Ah-ha's after ah-ha's book after book, experience after experience etc...

With appreciation,
Alex Tita
Here as promised.

Yes they say its faster today with the tech., its also faster out on to the next best thing. You still have to bulid the relationships, 1-3-5-7 great stepping stones.

Great topic Eric. Personal Development is a key component to building a large and profitable business. As you grow so does your business.

Looks like a sound guide for setting personal development and business goal mile posts.

I would have to agree that it is still a person to person business. I get all kinds of internet offers from other business people but they never call me so I don't respond. I think because I don't respond well to a machine. If someone takes a moment to call me it makes me feel like they are focussed on me and not just fishing around in a pool of internet people. I know that if I feel this way there are many more out there that would like to be treated with respect and would much rather be introduced to an opportunity on a personal level. As far as my own personal development I am learning every day just how much more I need to learn. I know that if I remain teachable and I follow the lead of those who have success I will have a much better chance a reaching my goals.
Thank you for helping me stay pluged in. NMP, really makes me take a good look at how I utilize my time troughout each day.

Its easy to send information by mail.
But the work ,face to face is the most important. 1 3 5 7 year ,seems like a realistic time plan.
Thank you

Good Stuff Thanks Eric

Eric, as always you gives us such valuable lessons! And I know that the formula doesn't guarantee my success, but I spent 15 years in the corporate world only to be outsource at the ripe old age of 38!

Seven years is pretty good!

Technology doesnt necessarily make Network Marketing happen FASTER,
but it can make it happen BROADER by spreading the message wider.

Foord Yates

Encouraging message today Eric. Every day a new lesson.Thanks.

Short and to the point. I believe Jim Rohn said that it is what you become in the process of your achieving that is important. Same idea here. We always hear about the successful "overnighters" but most of us are on this learning curve. The key is to stay with it and don't quit!!!

Oh Yes. I heard Jim Rohn say 'work harder on your business than you do on yourself' hundreds of times, but it took me a long long time to 'get' that it really is the one key to success.

Mark.

I am so glad to have heard your message this morning. I have been in my company for a while and sometimes I get a little kickback because I am not a multi-millionaire yet and it is encouraging to me to continue forward with my journey as I love my company and the network marketing profession. Yes it takes time, and no it is not that easy because if it was everyone would do it and be great at it. Thank you Eric for another great show!

It is the ability of individual, coachability and willingness to be coached that can change those numbers - not technology. When someone approaches the business as if they have all the answers without the openness to listen to those more experienced they journey will not last or take much longer.

Yep...there really are no shortcuts to building strong business relationships.

With all these dialy network marketing "pearls" the 1-3 -5- 7 year journey seems more and more possible. Thnak you

1,3, 5,7 - This makes sense. Personal development and hard work is what will take you to your desired destination.

In my mind - you still need to go out there in real life and build your group, but once you've done that for 2-3 years and you have your key people in place, then technology can help us MAINTAIN our group more effectively and dynamic then before.....anyone else who thinks like this?

No matter what... if you will pump long enough, hard enough, and enthusiastically enough, sooner or later the effort will bring forth the reward. Take care Mr. Worre and regards from your biggest fan.

The more I delve in Network Marketing the more I realise just how similar it is to all business.
It takes commitment.
It requires continuous attention.
It requires renewed training and development.
It requires lead generation
It requires the best to be the absolute best
and on, and on and on
We should stop portraying NM as 'so' different..... it is business !
It just happens to offer opportunity to so many more people that otherwise may not ever have a chance to have the life of their dreams..... and that is where we differ.
We can offer a better way.....to everyone, to anyone.
But you gatta do the hard yards.....just like any other business !

It is a business as per all of the above. Just costs less. Maybe it is because it costs less too many people that cannot not truly start any type of business get involved.

AMEN to that Peter! Thanks for sharing with us.
God Bless!

SO right Peter...

Great words Eric ;)

literally blown away by the video...lol!

we agree... the most important thing is personal development.. thats all, and some need more time to develop than other. However, technology might speed up the process of pers. development (if people are prepared to spend little time on it, during the day)

This business is as everything else. It takes time to master.

Yes! Let our online activities like generating leads, sending out certain information to group and friends become 'automatic' and focus more in offline activities like meeting, calling leads to follow up for appointment etc... And yes, agree with you, to become world class still take time as all this is base on personal real life experience which technology can't replace.

Hey Eric patience and perseverance is the secret thanks

Hey Eric
What message is amazing.
I thing that connects what you said.
Who is the person who tells our story?
When you're ready to lead and bring the master account.
You create a huge organization that stands behind you.
Thanks

In my believe, technology can only be a supportive tool on any part of the ladder of escalation.
At the end of the day human relationship will determine if a system of working will develop and grow or shrink for that matter.
Systems and methods have to be tuned and re-examined to human behavior.
Life, and for that matter NetWorkMarketing, is not a flight-simulator and if you want to get to the point of 3 - 5 - 7 one has to overcome limiting believes and limiting patterns.
Technology can speed things up, help even to come to ones defining moment.

Same as the "event promoting" training of (in my case) tonight.
Technology makes it happen… but I'm the one that has to get out of bed at 1.30… because I want to…
"If it is up to be.. it is up to me".

The metaphor of your hand healing reminds me of how many times the ropes I have pulled upon in my career left me with blisters and “rope burn”. All too often I am reminded that I should have used proper equipment or process to avoid the “rope burn" from any given initiative. By learning from your presentations, interviews, daily readings and the application of your suggestions, which I test and practice every day, I am getting better equipped to avoid the setbacks associated with the “Newbie” syndrome in this business. One of the more defining moments since committing to your challenge to write a daily blog with NMP, was during an interview you had with Randy Gage. In this interview he stated the importance of giving yourself a mental enema! For whatever reason, that statement birthed a major defining moment for me. For me, it vividly illustrated, “that if I was going to truly learn this business of network marketing, then I had to give up some of my prior fundamental reference points, experiences, and past “Rope Burns” in order to make room for, absorb, and learn the new paradigm of Network marketing”
Once I gave myself this “Colonic Caress” , my learning curve accelerated and I stopped trying to force Network Marketing into my prior self limiting beliefs and criteria for achieving success.

As I end my first year in network marketing and turn my sights to the full time development of my new business, I am gaining traction, and building a great downline team of professionals who are redefining my past definition of success, while truly having fun in this business. Each day brings great stories, success, and growth. I plan to improve on your 1-3-5-7 concept by following in your rather large footprint and avoiding some of the miss-steps explored by others.

very cool insight to Eric's "rope burn"....what comes to my mind is the idea of showing someone the "ropes"....and sometimes we have enough rope to hang ourselves. come to think of it, rope can be a very dangerous thing.

Great info Eric! Please let these people on YouTube know this. There are too many people on the internet that say old school mlm is dead. They all claim to be "trainers". That they know this business. Meanwhile, they've never made a dime in network marketing. We need to get these clowns off the internet. These are the people that create the "lottery" mentality.

Great video.. To answer your question.....NO... Although technology has given network marketers another tool to expose the business. I feel that a solid business is built on the relationships you have with the people you bring into your business.

Felix I agree Technology is good , but you cant build a relationship with a Auto responder that is why i hate it i use it my self in my system but i make personal contact also and thanks for skype and webcams :-) to day ...

Abouth the same time probably? Someone should have a study on it and take an older company and see how fast they reached the top 10 or 15 or 20 years years ago and compare with 2010 :)

I agree 100% Eric!!

Thank you Eric. True words from a wise guy.

Hi!
Yes, it´s all about me.

I like this comment Lisette ;)