In this episode, I sit down with New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff to explore his unique strategies for achieving personal and professional growth. From his concept of “soundtracks” — the repetitive thoughts that shape our lives — to practical tips for productivity and self-improvement, Jon shares practical tips to help you boost productivity, overcome overthinking, and take control of your mindset. Whether you’re an entrepreneur building your vision, a creative chasing big dreams, or anyone looking to break free from limiting beliefs and step into a meaningful life, this episode is packed with actionable advice, motivational anecdotes, and empowering strategies to inspire you to take charge of your future. Get ready to be challenged, encouraged, and equipped with the tools to thrive!   Shownotes  [Timestamp: 00:00:00 – 00:01:35]- Introduction to Nashville and Ambition- Jon Acuff shares his experience moving to Nashville and discusses how the city fuels creativity and ambition.     [Timestamp: 00:03:42 – 00:04:58]- Finding Your Path Through Experimentation- Jon reflects on the importance of young people taking time to explore various career paths rather than rushing into a single role.   [Timestamp: 00:13:06 – 00:14:06]- Daily Writing Routine for Productivity- Jon describes his structured morning writing process, including breaks and workouts to enhance focus and discipline.   [Timestamp: 00:17:23 – 00:18:33]- Introduction to Soundtracks and Repetitive Thoughts- Jon explains his concept of “soundtracks,” highlighting how these repetitive thoughts shape our mindset and behaviors.   [Timestamp: 00:22:23 – 00:23:28]- Night-Me vs. Morning-Me for Productive Days- Jon’s strategy of using “Night Me” to make decisions and “Morning Me” to execute, setting up a focused and productive day.   [Timestamp: 00:24:04 – 00:25:17]- Making Better Decisions by Finding Joy- Jon shares his approach to reframing productivity and discipline by finding what brings you joy.    [Timestamp: 00:29:58 – 00:30:58]- Lessons from High-Performers- Insights from observing successful people, focusing on how discipline, intentional time management, and focus drive high performance.     [Timestamp: 00:42:21 – 00:43:36]- Pursuing Wisdom- Jon emphasizes the importance of investing in personal growth, seeing mentors, and self-education as fast tracks to success.   [Timestamp: 00:52:10- 00:58:44]- How to Identify A Broken Soundtrack- Jon discusses how to identify a broken soundtrack by your reaction to a thought.    [Timestamp: 01:04:11 – 01:08:39]- Best Moments List- Jon introduces the “Best Moments List” for identifying and reflecting on joyful experiences, a tool for aligning life with purpose.   [Timestamp: 01:10:23 – 01:11:10]-Soundtracks for Network Marketers- Jon discusses how network marketers can use soundtracks to stay motivated, share support, and foster growth within their communities.           Your Next Steps:   Purchase tickets to Go Pro Xperience 2024: https://nmpro.link/gpx24-pc   Purchase tickets to Beyond Leadership May 6-9: https://nmpro.link/bl24-pc   Get more likes and comments with engaging, unique posts written by AI in a click & access the AI version of the #1 Network Marketing expert, Eric Worre: https://nmpro.link/nmproai-pc   Visit Go Pro Academy for the best courses online for Network Marketing Professionals: goproacademy.com/gpa2024   Go Pro: 7 Steps to Becoming a Network Marketing Professional – Purchase Eric’s Book: https://nmpro.link/goprobook-pc   Hire Eric – Get best-in-class Network Marketing Advice with Eric Worre: https://nmpro.link/hireeric-pc   For the latest news and insights from the world of Network Marketing visit: https://nmpro.link/yt-subscribe   Questions or Comments?  Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you’d like to share?  Email me at podcast@networkmarketingpro.com  

Zach shares his journey into social media, highlighting the early realization of the importance of follower counts on platforms like Instagram. He uncovers the strategies used by major celebrities to maintain high follower numbers and offers advice on avoiding scammers, emphasizing the dangers of engaging with hackers. Zach provides practical tips for optimizing Instagram account health and visibility, detailing key settings and adjustments. He also discusses the future potential of AI-driven influencers, predicting a major shift in influencer marketing, and explains his work in managing reputations across platforms like Reddit and Trustpilot. Lastly, Zach shares effective Instagram posting strategies, including avoiding post-edits and actively engaging with comments to enhance visibility and interaction.   TimeStamps  [Timestamp: 00:01:23 – 00:02:45]- Zach’s Journey to Social Media Success.  Zach shares his early realization about the importance of follower count on platforms like Instagram. [Timestamp: 00:04:58 – 00:06:08]-Secrets Behind Celebrity Follower Counts. Zach uncovers the strategy used by top celebrities to maintain high follower counts. [Timestamp: 00:12:52 – 00:13:30]- Tips for Avoiding Scammers on Social Media. Zach warned about the pitfalls of engaging with hackers or scammers.  [Timestamp: 00:22:49 – 00:24:14]- Optimizing Instagram Account Health. Zach walks through settings on Instagram to ensure optimal account health and visibility, sharing actionable insights for account owners. [Timestamp: 00:29:58 – 00:32:18]- AI-Driven Influencers: The Next Big Thing. Zach discusses how AI could reshape influencer marketing.  [Timestamp: 00:40:16 – 00:42:57]-Reputation Management Essentials. Zach details his work in managing reputations across platforms like Reddit and Trustpilot. [Timestamp: 01:28:01 – 01:30:42]- Strategies for Engaging Followers Effectively. Zach explains the importance of avoiding post-edits and engaging with comments.   Your Next Steps:   Purchase tickets to Go Pro Xperience 2024: https://nmpro.link/gpx24-pc   Purchase tickets to Beyond Leadership May 6-9: https://nmpro.link/bl24-pc   Get more likes and comments with engaging, unique posts written by AI in a click & access the AI version of the #1 Network Marketing expert, Eric Worre: https://nmpro.link/nmproai-pc   Visit Go Pro Academy for the best courses online for Network Marketing Professionals: goproacademy.com/gpa2024   Go Pro: 7 Steps to Becoming a Network Marketing Professional – Purchase Eric’s Book: https://nmpro.link/goprobook-pc   Hire Eric – Get best-in-class Network Marketing Advice with Eric Worre: https://nmpro.link/hireeric-pc   For the latest news and insights from the world of Network Marketing visit: https://nmpro.link/yt-subscribe   Questions or Comments?  Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you’d like to share?  Email me at podcast@networkmarketingpro.com

In this episode of The Excellence Project, I sit down with the inspiring Natalie Nicole Graham, a dynamic network marketing leader with an incredible story. We dive deep into her journey from growing up in a small town in South Carolina to overcoming personal challenges, including becoming a single mother at 15 and turning those obstacles into fuel for her entrepreneurial drive. Natalie shares the importance of resilience, the mindset needed to succeed, and how she scaled her business to over 26,000 people in just eight years. Her focus on consistency, leadership, and leading with love has not only transformed her life but also the lives of countless others. Whether you’re in network marketing or not, Natalie’s story will leave you motivated to push through challenges and aim for the next  Level.   Show Notes:  01:27 – Intro: Eric introduces Natalie Nicole Graham and sets up the conversation. 02:38  – Natalie’s Roots: Natalie shares her humble beginnings in Hartsville, South Carolina. 03:40 – Family and Farm Life: Natalie reflects on her family’s farm, showing her connection to country life. 07:56 – A Father’s Last Words: Natalie describes the powerful message her dying father left her. 09:31 – Creating TAPS: Natalie starts a program for teen parents during her own teenage pregnancy. 12:55 – Success and Relationships: Natalie talks about how her success intimidated men and affected her relationships. 20:00 – Starting Network Marketing: Natalie explains how financial struggles led her to start in network marketing. 28:22 – Pandemic Resilience: Natalie describes how she continued traveling and working during the pandemic while others panicked. 34:31 – Superpower of Consistency: Natalie shares how her relentless consistency set her apart in business. 39:40– No Excuses Mindset: Natalie emphasizes her no-excuses philosophy: “Life is going to life, but did you die?” 41:40– Dealing with Challenges: Natalie talks about receiving a cease and desist letter and how she handled it. 43:11 – Setting Boundaries: Natalie shares how she maintains boundaries with people who wrong her. 54:34 – Sacrifices for Success: Natalie reflects on the rewards her children now enjoy because of her hard work. 56:56 – Closing Thoughts: Natalie and Eric discuss the importance of aiming for the next level in business and life.   Your Next Steps:   Purchase tickets to Go Pro Xperience 2024: https://nmpro.link/gpx24-pc   Purchase tickets to Beyond Leadership May 6-9: https://nmpro.link/bl24-pc   Get more likes and comments with engaging, unique posts written by AI in a click & access the AI version of the #1 Network Marketing expert, Eric Worre: https://nmpro.link/nmproai-pc   Visit Go Pro Academy for the best courses online for Network Marketing Professionals: goproacademy.com/gpa2024   Go Pro: 7 Steps to Becoming a Network Marketing Professional – Purchase Eric’s Book: https://nmpro.link/goprobook-pc   Hire Eric – Get best-in-class Network Marketing Advice with Eric Worre: https://nmpro.link/hireeric-pc   For the latest news and insights from the world of Network Marketing visit: https://nmpro.link/yt-subscribe Questions or Comments?  Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you’d like to share?  Email me at podcast@networkmarketingpro.com

In this episode, I chat with Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Topaz Adizes, the founder of The Skin Deep. We dive into how technology reshapes our emotional connections and what that means for love and relationships today. Topaz shares some powerful personal and professional secrets on asking the right questions to build stronger relationships. You’ll love this episode if you want to deepen your connections and have more meaningful conversations!   Show Notes:   00:57 – Eric welcomes Topaz Adizes and introduces his work with “The Skin Deep.” 03:10 – Topaz talks about the creation of “The Skin Deep Experience Design Studio.” 03:38 – Discuss how technology has changed human emotional experiences. 05:30- Introduction to “The And” and its focus on the space between relationships. 08:50 – The importance of quality conversations in building strong relationships. 10:03 – Creating intentional spaces for deep and meaningful conversations. 10:37- Shifting perspectives by changing the questions we ask ourselves. 11:50 – Exploring how thoughtful questions can strengthen relationships. 14:05 – Creating safe spaces to encourage growth and deeper dialogue. 15:08- Insights gained from hosting over 1,200 conversations. 18:40 – The power of eye contact in building a human connection. 19:50- Reflections on reality TV and the role of constant conversation in forming relationships.   Your Next Steps:   Purchase tickets for Go Pro Xperience 2024: https://nmpro.link/gpx24-pc   Get more likes and comments with engaging, unique posts written by AI in one click & access the AI version of the #1 Network Marketing expert, Eric Worre: https://nmpro.link/nmproai-pc   Visit Go Pro Academy for the best online Network Marketing courses: goproacademy.com/gpa2024   Go Pro: 7 Steps to Becoming a Network Marketing Professional – Purchase Eric’s Book: https://nmpro.link/goprobook-pc   Hire Eric, the #1 Network Marketing Expert, to inspire and train your team! https://nmpro.link/hireeric-pc   For the latest (Free!) Network Marketing tips, tactics and strategies visit: https://nmpro.link/yt-subscribe   Questions or Comments?  Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you’d like to share?  Email me at podcast@networkmarketingpro.com

Millionaire Entrepreneur, Life Coach and Health Expert Chalene Johnson shares her experiences building a fitness empire, discovering she was addicted to work, and then finding the perfect work-life balance. 01:09:35 Show Notes: 00:23 – Eric welcomes Chalene to The Excellence Project. 00:38 – Chalene shares how she became an entrepreneur at age 15 by flipping cars. 02:43 – Chalene explains that she did poorly in school and was diagnosed with ADHD. 06:09 – Chalene details the decision that put her on the path to massive success in the fitness space. 17:57 – The moment Chalene knew she was going to be really successful. 20:03 – How before and after pictures got Chalene infomercials about her product. 23:49 – Chalene pulls back the curtain on her addiction to work. 25:48 – Eric reveals his struggles with self-worth. 35:51 – How Chalene realized she had a work addiction when her husband was being treated for his addiction. 43:55 – How Chalene and her husband found the perfect work-life balance. 46:22 – Chalene divulges how delegating made her 10 times more money. 59:30 – Chalene describes how she and her husband cut their stress in half. Questions or Comments? Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you’d like to share? Email me at podcast@networkmarketingpro.com

In his first podcast ever, Network Marketing Leader, Entrepreneur, Mentor and Health Coach Jorge de la Concepcion shares his journey from leaving Cuba as a child to making it big in Miami. 01:21:50 Show Notes: 0:00 – Introduction 01:11 – Eric introduces Jorge de la Concepcion.  02:51 – Jorge shares his Cuban origins and explains how he and his family moved to the U.S. 07:30 – Jorge quit sports at a young age to work at various different jobs. 09:12 – Jorge expresses that he was skeptical when he was introduced to Network Marketing through his parents. 14:10 – Jorge and Eric both had negative first exposures to Network Marketing.  17:50 – Jorge recounts how he tried to drag his dad out of a Network Marketing presentation.  20:41 – Jorge started using the products after his mother asked him for his support. 23:21 – People start asking Jorge and his wife about the product so they decide to join the business. 25:59 –  Four months after Jorge and his wife joined the business an event he attended changed everything. 32:33 – Jorge reveals that he and his wife were the first in their company to use social media for promotion.  39:30 – Eric asks Jorge to share effective social media strategies. 43:17 – Jorge and Eric discuss the fact that they are both introverts. 51:20 – Eric asks Jorge how he and his wife build their business together. 55:41 – Jorge tells a touching story about his son with an important lesson.  01:00:03 – Jorge shares his least favorite things to do in the business. 01:13:44 – Jorge imparts the biggest lessons he has learned while growing his Network Marketing business.  01:16:56 – Eric asks Jorge what keeps him innovating and growing.  01:20:46 – Jorge thanks Eric for his contributions to the Network Marketing Profession.   Questions or Comments?  Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you’d like to share?  Email me at podcast@networkmarketingpro.com  

Through his valuable life lessons and stories, Patrick Bet-David tells us what has and hasn’t changed in Network Marketing, what we can do in the next two years to capture the market, and how AI can be used to grow a business. 1:21:17   Show Notes: 00:00 –  Eric introduces Patrick Bet-David. 01:07 – Patrick shares stories from his unique upbringing in multiple countries. 06:21 – Patrick details his first sales jobs, including selling gym memberships at Bally Total Fitness. 12:48 – Deciding not to quit the military was a defining moment in Patrick’s life.  15:26 – What has and hasn’t changed in Network Marketing. 22:19 – Through stories Patrick explains why business depends on mutual edification.  31:08 – Patrick peels back the curtain on how to sell the dream today. 36:37 – Patrick breaks down the evolution from employee to ceo/founder. 43:41 – Successful people have 3 things in common. 48:48 – Patrick shares a creative way to choose your daily affirmations. 50:51 – Eric joins Patrick and reveals why comparison is NOT the thief of joy. 52:31 – Eric asks Patrick why levels are more important than money.  56:11 – Should you care what people think about you?  01:02:47 – Do these two things for business growth. 01:09:102 – Patrick reveals how to level up in 2024 with AI. 01:11:37 – Don’t forget to consider what AI can’t compete with.  04:14:01 – Patrick explains why it is so important to use better words!    Questions or Comments?  Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you’d like to share?  Email me at podcast@networkmarketingpro.com  

Network Marketing Leader Lori Bradford had an extremely difficult upbringing, but then an angel showed up and changed her future. In this week’s podcast, she shares how she became a wildly successful Network Marketing Superstar. 01:10:36   Show Notes: 02:00 – Eric welcomes Lori Bradford to The Excellence Project. 02:50 – Lori and Eric discuss being an introvert in the Network Marketing Profession. 05:36 – Lori shares her very difficult upbringing and background. 13:10 – Lori leaves home at 15 years old, moves into an apartment with 9 people and sleeps on the floor. 14:32 – Lori details the moment an angel changed her life. 20:22 – How Lori made 80k a year as a teenager. 28:25 – Lori explains why she suddenly left her highly successful career and stopped working. 34:03 – Lori’s “weird” introduction to Network Marketing. 46:35 – Lori reveals that she wasn’t great at balancing being a supermom and an entrepreneur. 50:57 – Lori shares the lessons she learned from reaching the top 10 in her company. 56:49 – Why having an amazing upline is bad. 01:01:25 – Lori shares how contribution and legacy are influencing her next steps and goals. 01:05:14 – How divine intervention connected Lori with Eric. 01:07:11 – Eric asks Lori if any of her other family members are working in the Network Marketing Profession.    Questions or Comments?  Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you’d like to share?  Email me at podcast@networkmarketingpro.com