| Who are you voting for,
in your business?
One of the most important decisions I made
in 2011 was to invest in myself.
When I committed to a training program that
cost $14,000 –I was casting a vote of confidence
in ME. No one else could have that belief
for me: no spouse, no friend, no family member. I
had to believe in myself AND act on that belief.
For me, having the belief and acting on it took
the form of 1) writing a $14,000 check, 2) travelling
to Florida for a week of hard work and 3) exposing
myself and being vulnerable to others. I did all of
that out of faith in myself and my abilities.
It wasn’t fun – not exactly, though
there were lots of humorous moments. It *was* a tremendous
learning experience.
On writing a $14,000 check.
At the moment I decided to join the program, I strongly
felt that just the act of paying this much money was
such a statement of belief in myself, that even if
I received zero training in return, it would be worth
it. Fast forward to the moment I had to actually write
the check: I was feeling a huge amount of anxiety,
which led into a 48-hour panic attack. I worked through
that.
On exposing myself and being vulnerable.
The program itself felt as I had imagined boot camp
to feel; first they tear you down, then they build
you up. I had to give an initial presentation, receive
feedback followed by training, then give an improved
presentation. My initial presentation received an
F. Fortunately, they liked my clothes. That was the
only positive comment for me on day one.
I had choices about how to move forward. I could
have withdrawn into my self-protective armor and discounted
what they said, which would allow me to continue doing
exactly what I had been doing all along. Or I could
open up to the possibility that my presentation was
in fact less-than-stellar and receive new ideas.
 I
went with option 2 – to open up my mind and
let something new enter into me.
There was a memorable example of a program participant
who did the opposite. She came, she cried, she went
home. I’m confident her business is proceeding
along the same tracks it was on prior to the program.
I know that my business grows when I grow.
If I don’t grow, then my business remains exactly
the same size.
Are you committed to your growth, and therefore
your business’s growth in 2012? Not
just in your verbal commitment, but through the commitment
that is shown through your actions?
I see people all the time who talk about what they
want for their business, yet they don’t act
in ways that match up. Their words are about growth
and expansion; their actions are about remaining exactly
the same size and shape.
I want to be clear: every entrepreneur has some big
goals, so there absolutely can be a difference between
what you want and what you’re achieving right
now. The distinction is this: are your actions
moving you toward your big goal, or are you
spinning your wheels in the same rut as always?
If you’re committed to growth, and
you’re an entrepreneur, then you must invest
in yourself. YOU are the key resource in
your business. YOU are the only difference between
your business and another similar business.
Once you’re clear on this, deciding where to
invest in your business becomes much clearer.
CALL TO ACTION
Are you ready to move out of being unhappy
and comfortable, into growth and the discomfort that
precedes success?
Then look within and consider what has been
holding you back during the last year. What
do you want to release? Thinking small? Being un-confident?
Avoiding people? Procrastinating?
How can you grow in that specific area?
For some people, self-study works; others need more
accountability and a personal touch.
If you want to build a strong foundation
for your business in the next three months, then look
into my Expand Your Mind, Expand Your Money program.
You’ll receive 18 calls with me, group
coaching, accountability, and support from like-minded
peers, plus 3 one-one-one laser calls, just you and
me. See all the details at marcystahl.com/expand-directsellers.html
AND save $197! Register with coupon code
INAHURRY. We start on Thursday January 12.
I’m happy to answer any questions you may
have about whether this program is right for you.
Email me at marcy@marcystahl.com
and we’ll easily find a convenient time to chat.
What Dawn Received from This Program
 "One
word: Outstanding! This is the word I feel
best describes Marcy’s program.
When I first met Marcy, I was very enthusiastic
about my new business in direct sales. I was on a
roll my first 2 months in the business and then I
hit a road block. No bookings…for almost 3 months.
Within 30 days of joining Marcy’s program,
my calendar was full of booked parties for the next
3 months! During this process I have become comfortable
with my presentation and am able to finally enjoy
myself at my parties instead of worrying about the
outcome.
Marcy has helped me feel confident that it is
possible for me to succeed. She has done this by consistently
focusing on the positive when problem solving. Plus,
because Marcy has such a mild, easy-going temperament
it is extremely easy to let your guard down and be
yourself. This allows the recipient (me and you) to
receive constructive criticism without the fear of
being judged or apprehended. She has given me the
instruction manual to my business!
Thank you Marcy Stahl!"
Dawn Hensley
Independent Fashion Advisor
Lia Sophia
http://www.liasophia.com/dawnhensley
© 2011 Marcy Stahl
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Happy
New Year! How do you end one year and begin
the next? I like to re-read the past year’s
journals. I make a list of all my accomplishments
and growth, and I celebrate that. I also set an intention
for the new year. Last year, it was love; this year,
it’s oneness.
