Leading with Value
Posted 11th August 2009 at 06:17 PM by JTBarnes
In our search for success we often forget the
importance of giving before we receive.
Though clear on what we want, it is not always
the case when identifying with that of which we
can genuinely give; doing so with no expectation
of receiving anything in return. The idea here is
not “I’ll scratch your back if you scratch mine”, but
rather “I’ll scratch your back even if you don’t do
the same for me.”
In MLM it is often suggested that in order to keep us
hungry and motivated we must first identify with our
reasons for joining the business. These reasons
should be so heart felt that they are often the driving
forces that motivate us to carry on even in the face of
adversity and hardship. In my company they are referred
to as your “Why”. It is even suggested that if your “why”
doesn’t make you cry, it’s not strong enough.
Thus, starts our journey. With our “unique ground floor
opportunity” and our “why” in hand, we look to achieve
great fortune and success. We do so selling ourselves, out
talents, our opportunity, and even the secrets to our success.
But when we stop and think for a moment, what is it that we
really have to offer? More importantly, what value is found in
what we offer? In the business world a person is often paid
based on their economic value; the value they bring to the
marketplace. If we apply this principle to our business how
much our we truly worth?
In order to help another we must first be in a position to
help ourselves. I can’t tell you how to make a peanut butter
sandwich if I’m not at least familiar with the process myself.
The point here is that we develop ourselves not only to
personally benefit from it, but so that we put ourselves in a
position to help others as well. The late author, mentor, and
motivational speaker Charlie “Tremendous” Jones suggest
that one of the most powerful exercises one can do to attain
success is to read. He taught that we were to do so not so
much for ourselves, but for the hopes of sharing what we
learn with others.
It is my hope that as I learn from the many talented and
gifted individuals (I now like to call family) on this site, that
I am able to strengthen and encourage you as you have
unknowingly already done for me. As a matter of fact I’d
recommend that each and every one of you check out the
following book: The7 Habits of Highly Effective People by
Stephen R. Covey. This book has really been an eye opener
for me and I hope that it may be a benefit for each
of you as well
importance of giving before we receive.
Though clear on what we want, it is not always
the case when identifying with that of which we
can genuinely give; doing so with no expectation
of receiving anything in return. The idea here is
not “I’ll scratch your back if you scratch mine”, but
rather “I’ll scratch your back even if you don’t do
the same for me.”
In MLM it is often suggested that in order to keep us
hungry and motivated we must first identify with our
reasons for joining the business. These reasons
should be so heart felt that they are often the driving
forces that motivate us to carry on even in the face of
adversity and hardship. In my company they are referred
to as your “Why”. It is even suggested that if your “why”
doesn’t make you cry, it’s not strong enough.
Thus, starts our journey. With our “unique ground floor
opportunity” and our “why” in hand, we look to achieve
great fortune and success. We do so selling ourselves, out
talents, our opportunity, and even the secrets to our success.
But when we stop and think for a moment, what is it that we
really have to offer? More importantly, what value is found in
what we offer? In the business world a person is often paid
based on their economic value; the value they bring to the
marketplace. If we apply this principle to our business how
much our we truly worth?
In order to help another we must first be in a position to
help ourselves. I can’t tell you how to make a peanut butter
sandwich if I’m not at least familiar with the process myself.
The point here is that we develop ourselves not only to
personally benefit from it, but so that we put ourselves in a
position to help others as well. The late author, mentor, and
motivational speaker Charlie “Tremendous” Jones suggest
that one of the most powerful exercises one can do to attain
success is to read. He taught that we were to do so not so
much for ourselves, but for the hopes of sharing what we
learn with others.
It is my hope that as I learn from the many talented and
gifted individuals (I now like to call family) on this site, that
I am able to strengthen and encourage you as you have
unknowingly already done for me. As a matter of fact I’d
recommend that each and every one of you check out the
following book: The7 Habits of Highly Effective People by
Stephen R. Covey. This book has really been an eye opener
for me and I hope that it may be a benefit for each
of you as well
