One of the great business coaches (in our opinion) of our times, David Neagle, says that it is easy to make money.
All you have to do is ask for it.
With that simple statement, up come the “yeah, buts’”, the counter thoughts, the disbelief, the fears and the doubts. But, David is the one who just had 12 people pay $80,000 each for a 3 day intensive with him, so who are we to argue.
So, we’re asking.
Firstly, let us exclude a certain group of people from this ask. If your spirit for network marketing is whole and complete, you are satisfied with the money you are making in network marketing and if you are truly building a downline of business builders and leaders then this article is not directed at you. (Perhaps, you may know of people who should see it and they might be deeply grateful that you passed it along to them.)
However, if you are not certain with your network marketing endeavors, not satisfied with the money you are making and you have been unable to build a downline of business builders and leaders, then you are the people we wish to address.
This “ask” addresses those who have been unable to find it within themselves to quit network marketing in spite of all the obvious signs that the business is not working. (See The Network Marketing Paradox and Resolving the Network Marketing Paradox)
We are not trying to dissuade anyone from making a run at a successful network marketing business. If that’s what you want, then go for it and go for it full out. The people we’d like to talk to realize that they must move on from their network marketing activities in favor of something more truly satisfying
and lucrative, but their subconscious mind has prohibited them.
Why would a subconscious mind prevent one from making the change? Because the subconscious mind will defind it’s comfort and avoid change at all costs. Network marketing fulfills on so many of the unsatisfied needs left over from childhood. In network marketing you are wanted and needed, you feel loved and appreciated; you are part of something bigger than yourself. It provides a sense of camaraderie, a sense of belonging. It’s no wonder why people stay much longer than they should. Network marketing offers a sense of hope.
This is not a bash of network marketing. This is a plea to those who are fearful of making a leap of faith into the unknown. 
We offer transformational business coaching services to those who are open to make a change in their lives. Our coaching will help you redefine your passion and your why and find a new and personal way to create a business around your passion. We support you through the transition and on to a rewarding entrepreneurial career.
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OK, we’ve asked. What’s your answer?
I agree Rick, it’s pretty difficult to get what we want in this world unless we’re willing to ask for it … harder yet for many people is actually figuring out what it is they want in the first place.
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Rick Reply:
March 16th, 2012 at 2:49 pm
Marty,
I’ve heard so much about this very subject of recent I’m amazed. Yes, we must ask and not be afraid of the answer. What’s the worst that could happen?
RICK
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Rick,
I agree. It is essential to ask for what we want. But what happens when we ask and people do not respond the way we want or expect? I am sure that David Neagle did not always ask people to pay him $80,000 and get a room full of people to dot that. We have to know what we want, ask for it, and insure that we are offering something a real value in return for what we want to receive.
Warmly,
Dr. Erica
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Rick Reply:
March 20th, 2012 at 5:52 pm
Erica,
When people don’t do what we expect, then it’s our responsibility to ask in it’s purest sense, without expectation. Knowing where we are headed is so essential to asking for what we want. Thanks for the value you provide.
RICK
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Rick, this is an excellent article on the power of asking. I don’t know why people are so afraid to ask for what they want. Maybe it is the fear of hearing the word “No”, maybe they are unclear about what they truly desire, maybe they might even be afraid that if they get exactly what they want, it won’t be the right thing. That’s a lot of things I don’t know.
But what I do know that you have gone ahead and asked people and that alone is going to make a difference in how your business prospers. I think you’ve done a really good thing here, and I am willing to bet that you are going to get some takers. More takers for sure than if you had never asked at all.
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Rick Reply:
March 20th, 2012 at 5:54 pm
Michael,
Amazing, isn’t it? The Book says, ask and you shall receive. Law of Attraction says ask and it shall be granted unto you. Ask, but ask without expectations.
Appreciate your comments.
RICK
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Asking and receiving is about knowing and having faith that your dream will come true no matter what, no matter if get amultitiude of no’s in the beginning it is as if th euniverse is testing your belief in yourself and your prosperity. Asking with no expectations and seeing the end result as you want is one of the best strategies to adopt.
Let’s get out of our comfort zones, this is a lesson for me today.
Thanks Rick
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Rick Reply:
March 21st, 2012 at 1:08 pm
Hi Patricia,
Wow, there are a couple of lessons in your response too. Getting out of your comfort zone, having faith, asking for what you want, receiving what you are offered, testing your belief, having no expectations…
Like I said “WOW!” Keep that stuff coming. There’s enough in your response for 5 more blog posts.
THANKS!
RICK
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Hi Rick, The power of asking is something I believe that lies deep in the subconscious. I just had a conversation with someone that said she would NEVER be in network marketing, yet she makes a bundle on straight sales.
Reading this blog, makes me think that we stay in our comfort zones and a network marketer has to always step out of it. If one is willing to do so, it is fine. Asking is one thing,but accepting the no’s are also part of it. One needs to be a little tough skinned in order to ask. I also believe it is a numbers game. The more you ask the more a positive response will come.
Thanks for having me think again,
Donna
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Rick Reply:
March 21st, 2012 at 1:11 pm
Donna,
This post had me see that I wasn’t focusing my attention on asking people to work with me. I was just hoping they’d figure out that my wife and I are great coaches and they should work with us. (I’m giggling at myself just reading what I wrote!) Thanks for making the point again and suggesting we all get out of our comfort zone.
RICK
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Hi Rick,
This is a great article that will upset many people. That is how you know it is great!
I haven’t let go of my Network Marketing businesses yet, but I can relate to what you write here as I move into a new business outside of MLM.
In fact the most difficult part is asking for the correct amount of money for services.
I am used to moving fast, but now I am swimming in deep water, it requires patience until I get the results for clients. Once that happens, I am sure the money will flow. David must have many people recommending him highly to get that sort of money for a 3 day event.
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Rick Reply:
March 21st, 2012 at 1:14 pm
Hey John,
David went through a lot to get to that level. Like I’ve said before, I believe we are all here for a reason. We have a special gift to offer certain others. Our job is to find that purpose, seek out those people and share our gift.
As far as pricing is concerned, where would your clients and future clients be without receiving your gift? It’s probably priceless to them. Don’t be afraid to charge for it.
Regards,
RICK
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It is easy as asking for what we want. Also having the right mental attitude and loose the fears and go after what we want. Putting no excuses.
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Rick Reply:
March 23rd, 2012 at 8:27 pm
Jacob,
Like the shoe company says, “Just Do It!”
Thanks,
RICK
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