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Laurie Delk

10 Tips On Why You Should Not Post Negativity Or Complain

Laurie’s Lessons

Negativity breeds negativity: Complaining or posting negatively can create a toxic environment and discourage others.

Think about if you just signed up a super excited customer or associate – and then they join the group and first thing they see is something major negative – what do you think that makes them think about their recent decision?

Undermines team morale: A positive and supportive atmosphere is crucial for success. Negative posts can dampen enthusiasm and motivation.

Damages your personal brand: Your online presence reflects on you. Consistent negativity can make you appear unprofessional and unapproachable.

Destroys trust: Complaining about the company or products can erode trust among your team members and potential customers.

Focus on solutions, not problems: Instead of complaining, focus on finding solutions and sharing positive experiences.

Respect the group’s purpose: The group is meant to uplift and support each other. Negative posts disrupt this positive environment.

Seek private support: If you’re facing challenges, reach out to your upline or mentor privately for guidance and support. ANY negative or complaining (as there WILL be times and situations you have that in ANY company) — needs to ONLY go upline – not downline and definitely not crossline. 

Lead by example: Be a positive influence and encourage others to share their successes and celebrate their wins.

Remember the bigger picture: Your success is tied to the success of your team. Focus on building relationships and fostering a supportive community.

Practice gratitude: Shift your focus to the positive aspects of your business and express gratitude for the opportunities you have.

The Empowering “Out”- The Secret Weapon of Prospecting Champions

Laurie’s Lessons – Have you ever felt like your outreach messages are hitting a brick wall? You pour your heart into crafting the perfect pitch, only to be met with silence or a polite “not interested.” Here’s the truth: the key to successful prospecting isn’t about forcing the close, it’s about unlocking the power of the “out.”

Imagine this: You’re scaling a mountain. You wouldn’t attempt the summit without proper gear and a clear path, would you? Prospecting is similar. The “out” is your safety rope, your map, and your compass. It allows you to navigate the terrain of potential customers with confidence and respect.

So, why is the “out” so powerful?

  • It Shifts the Focus: Forget desperate pleas for a sale. The “out” lets you focus on genuine connection. You’re not chasing a “yes” at all costs, but rather exploring a potential fit. It creates a more relaxed and collaborative atmosphere.
  • It Empowers You: The “out” gives you control. You’re not waiting for someone else’s approval. You’re proactively seeking those genuinely interested in what you offer. This confidence translates into your communication, making you sound more authentic and persuasive.
  • It Eliminates Resistance: The “out” disarms objections before they even arise. It acknowledges that your offering wouldn’t be a perfect fit for everyone. This proactive approach disrupts the typical sales dynamic and fosters a more open conversation.
  • It Qualifies Leads Faster: The “out” acts as a filter. Those who aren’t interested will readily opt out, saving you valuable time and energy. It allows you to focus your efforts on those truly intrigued by what you have to share.

How to Master the Art of the “Out”:

  • Embrace Transparency: Be upfront about your intentions. Don’t mislead with aggressive pitches. Instead, say something like, “Hey, I’m exploring a new product and wanted to see if you might be interested in learning more.”
  • Offer Value First: Focus on providing a benefit, even if it’s just a conversation. For example, “I’m curious about your experience in [their field]. Perhaps you could offer some insights, while I share a new approach I’m exploring.”
  • Keep it Simple: Avoid overwhelming the recipient with a barrage of information. A concise message with a clear “out” is more likely to spark genuine interest.
  • Respect the Response: If someone says no, thank them for their time and move on gracefully. Respecting their decision fosters goodwill and opens the door for future opportunities.

The “out” isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a sign of strength. It demonstrates confidence, respect, and a focus on building genuine connections. By embracing the “out,” you’ll transform your prospecting from a pushy sales tactic into a powerful tool for building relationships and attracting ideal customers. Remember, the journey to the top is easier when you’re well-equipped and open to collaboration. So, grab your metaphorical “out” and start your ascent with confidence!

10 tips to staying motivated during hard times

10 Tips to Stay Motivated in your business During Tough Times in life and/or your business

Laurie shared ten tips to stay motivated in business and life during challenging times, emphasizing the importance of self-care, setting realistic goals, and finding a support system. She also shared her personal experiences and strategies, such as creating vision boards and prioritizing physical and mental health. Laurie encouraged attendees to apply these tips to their own lives and businesses, focusing on the positive and remembering their ‘why’.

Staying Motivated in Challenging Times

Laurie discussed ten tips to stay motivated in business and life during challenging times. She emphasized the importance of self-care, setting realistic goals, finding a support system, visualizing success, celebrating small wins, taking breaks, limiting distractions, taking action, seeking professional help when needed, focusing on the positive, and remembering one’s ‘why’. Laurie also shared her personal experiences and strategies, such as creating vision boards, prioritizing physical and mental health, and limiting distractions. She encouraged attendees to apply these tips to their own lives and businesses.

1. Practice Self-Care: Prioritize your physical AND mental health. Get enough sleep, eat well, and engage in activities that relax and rejuvenate you. Go for a walk for at least 15 min a day. Wear your patches for optimum health! My minimums are victory, defend and focus (I normally also wear ignite to burn an extra 400 calories, Lumi for my skin, Peace to stay de-stressed and help gut health, REM to sleep, Rocket during the day)

2. Set Realistic Goals: Break down large tasks into smaller, manageable ones. This can make them feel less overwhelming and more achievable. Follow a DMO, and do at least your minimums DAILY. Have you wrote your goals down? Have you talked w your sponsor or upline about your goals? the more you share them and talk about them, the more your brain will believe them and the better for you to stay motivated to go to work on them – have 10 year goals, 5 year goals, 1 year goals, then monthly goals, weekly goals, what are you committing to daily goals?

3. Find a Support System: Connect with peers, friends, family, or a support group who can offer understanding and encouragement. Jump on ANY n ALL zoom calls you can – even if they say the same thing, it HELPS your mindset….plus repetitive is learning and the more you learn the more you will earn!

4. Visualize Success: Imagine your business thriving and achieving your goals. This can help boost your motivation and confidence. Vision boards – search miracle workers for Krystle’s training on teh digital vision board – I have done this for over 15 years – each year – my desktop is that years vision board, it is SO neat to compare years, and see what I have accomplished and it REALLY helps during those times – eve later in life when you get discouraged (cuz top leaders sTILL get discouraged, they just may not show it as much – as part of their job is to motivate you!)

5. Celebrate Small Wins: Acknowledge and reward yourself for your accomplishments, no matter how small. This can help you stay focused and motivated. go back to work quick, but make sure you celebrate!

6. Take Breaks: Stepping away from your work can help prevent burnout and increase your productivity. One thing I do is every hour I am at the computer – I take at least a 5-10 min break and get up and walk around, run around etc – chase the grandson

7. Limit Distractions & Take Action: Create a dedicated workspace and minimize distractions to help you stay focused. Turn off all notifications. Take SOME sort of ACTION daily – do a post on socials, message 5 people, add 5 friends to your list, do BLIMP

8. Seek Professional Help: If you’re struggling to cope with a tragedy, consider seeking professional help from a coach, therapist or counselor.

9. Focus on the Positive: Try to focus on the positive aspects of your business and the progress you’ve made. Write 10 IAM statements and read them DAILY in the “current state” pray over them daily if you pray….(this is how I attracted my husband – you can do it for team members too!)

10. Remember Your “Why”: Remind yourself of the reasons why you started your business and the impact it can have. This can help you stay motivated even during difficult times. Why did you pull out that credit card that day when you joined?

Are you consistenly inconsistent?

➡️➡️ Are you consistently inconsistent?

🔵 Do you go to.a live event, then some training, then read a book, even teach what you learn, maybe even speak on stage about it! You have LOTS of content, right?

🔵 What are you doing to get people to buy your program? Or join your email list? Are you regularly blogging, writing to your social medial wall, sending notes to your list…..

🔵 Your calendar shows you are booked and busy. You have lots of podcasts and ebooks downloaded but hadn’t read or listened to yet, as you hadn’t had time.

🔵 Are you getting to the actual planning, execution, and actions to take you to the next level? You have to actually start taking action if you want to see results!

🟩🟩🟩🟩 Consistently 🟩🟩🟩🟩

🔵 Consistently produce content. Blog, Podcast, Facebook, YouTube. It needs to be timely, it needs to be relevant, and it needs to be consistent.

🔵 Consistently share that content with your email list. You don’t have to write a book and it doesn’t have to be extravagant! Take the topic from your content, make a creative subject line, then add a few lines from the content, and then link to it on your website. This brings more traction to your website as well.

🔵 Consistently add people to your email list so it grows. People that you meet, that you network with, that you speak to at an event. Add them to your list. Use your social to grow your email list. Talking to people at the other places? Tell them about your free ebook. Consistently.

🔵 You must have a consistent outreaching plan. Don’t just grow your followers, and friends talk to them! Message 5 people per day on Facebook and LinkedIn to start conversations, REAL conversations, and then come back to me in a few months and tell me all about your new success.

🔵 Consistent measuring. Do you check to see how many new people you got on your list in a month? Do you have a system to see how many opened it? Or how many clicked the links? Do you check to see how many you converted to paying clients?

We can go to training. We can follow top leaders. We can buy the right software and tools. But if we don’t take action, we will not see results.
If we are not consistent – we will not see results. We need to plan and implement.

#LauriesLessons

Self Belief – Authenticity

Laurie’s Lessons

Laurie emphasized the importance of self-belief, authenticity, and personal growth in achieving success and overcoming challenges. She encouraged individuals to share their offerings with others, handle criticisms constructively, and view failures as learning opportunities. Laurie also stressed the value of maintaining a positive mindset, using gratitude journals, visualization, affirmations, and personal development through listening to motivational content and reading books.

Belief, Conviction, and Self-Confidence

Laurie emphasized the importance of belief and conviction in one’s actions and offerings. She stressed that if one truly believes in a product or service, they should share it with others, regardless of others’ opinions. Laurie also highlighted the importance of not being defensive or trying to change others’ minds about one’s offerings. She suggested that if someone doesn’t believe in a product or service now, they might later, and it’s crucial not to burn bridges. Laurie concluded by encouraging self-belief and not seeking approval from others.

Self-Belief, Resilience, and Authenticity

Laurie emphasized the importance of self-belief in achieving success and overcoming challenges. She stressed that setbacks and failures are inevitable in any company, but resilience and self-belief can help individuals bounce back and continue moving forward. Laurie also highlighted the significance of authenticity and honesty in building genuine connections and opportunities. She encouraged being open and transparent, handling criticisms constructively, and focusing on personal growth.

Personal Growth and Constructive Criticism

Laurie emphasized the importance of personal growth, accepting constructive criticism, and maintaining a positive mindset. She encouraged the use of gratitude journals, visualization, affirmations, and viewing failures as learning opportunities. Laurie also highlighted the value of personal development through listening to motivational content and reading books. She expressed her desire to help others grow and encouraged them to reach out to her for further assistance.

Cultivating Positive Relationships: A Foundation for a Fulfilling Life

Laurie’s Lessons

Laurie Delk Radecki discussed the importance of cultivating positive relationships for a fulfilling life, emphasizing the benefits of emotional support, inspiration, personal growth, and a sense of belonging. She provided tips on how to build and nurture these relationships, including choosing one’s circle wisely and surrounding oneself with uplifting individuals.

Laurie also stressed the importance of open communication, empathy, and giving back to the community through volunteer work. Laurie Delk Radecki discussed her upcoming keynote speech at the Gratitude Movement’s event on September 21st, World Gratitude Day.

She emphasized the importance of cultivating positive relationships as a foundation for a fulfilling life, highlighting the benefits of emotional support, inspiration, personal growth, and a sense of belonging. Laurie also provided tips on how to build and nurture positive relationships, such as choosing one’s circle wisely and surrounding oneself with uplifting and inspiring individuals.

Surrounding Yourself With Positive Relationships Laurie emphasized the importance of surrounding oneself with positive and uplifting people to enhance overall wellbeing and quality of life. She suggested limiting time with negative or toxic individuals and investing in quality time with family, friends, and loved ones. Laurie also stressed the importance of open and honest communication, active listening, and offering support and encouragement.

She highlighted the value of empathy and understanding, and encouraged giving back to the community through volunteer work. Laurie concluded by reminding that the power of positive relationships lies in their ability to uplift and inspire, and encouraged others to follow her on social media for more tips.