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| Sam Hind - Social Selling That's Redefining Network Marketing | 13 Aug 2025 | 00:55:46 | |
What happens when two leaders who’ve mastered the art of authentic connection online sit down to talk about what’s really working in social selling today? In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, with over 1.4 million downloads, Richard Bliss Brooke, bestselling author and legendary coach, goes live with Sam Hind, international speaker, trainer, and social media expert. Together, they break down three powerful social media case studies and unpack:
Whether you’re just getting started, hitting a plateau, or scaling a team, this conversation will give you the clarity, confidence, and strategies to grow your business through authentic social connection. Sam Hind Links: Instagram: @samhinddigitalcoach Website: https://www.auxano.global/ Get Sam's Book: Amazon Richard’s Mentorship Program: Join Momentum Mentorship and create the future you’ve only dreamed about—with clarity, confidence, and community. Learn more here. Richard Bliss Brooke Links: Website: richardblissbrooke.com Facebook: facebook.com/RichardBlissBrooke Instagram: @richardblissbrooke LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardblissbrooke YouTube: youtube.com/@rbbrooke Loved This Episode? Subscribe, rate, and review The Authentic Networker Podcast. Screenshot this episode, tag us, and tell us what social selling insight you needed that you heard today? | |||
| Jordan Adler - From $14K a Year to Beach Money | 06 Aug 2025 | 01:00:20 | |
What happens when a guy living in a garage with $36K in debt decides not to quit, despite 10 years of failure in network marketing? In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, with over 1.4 million downloads, Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with Jordan Adler, author of Beach Money, to unpack one of the most inspiring turnarounds in the industry. Jordan shares the raw truth about his early struggles, the 11 companies he tried before ever making a dollar, and the aha moment that changed everything. He opens up about why “Promptings” became a game-changer, how everything in network marketing is more connected than we realize, and what drives him today as one of the top earners in the profession. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unseen, or unsure if this business is really for you, Jordan’s story will shift your belief. Whether you’re just getting started or scaling a legacy, this is a masterclass in simplicity, resilience, and vision. Jordan Adler Links: Instagram: @beachmoneyjordan Linktree: linktr.ee/beachmoney Jordan's Amazon Link Richard’s Mentorship Program: Join Momentum Mentorship and create the future you’ve only dreamed about, with clarity, confidence, and community. Learn more here. Richard Bliss Brooke Links: Website: https://richardblissbrooke.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RichardBlissBrooke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richardblissbrooke LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardblissbrooke YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rbbrooke Loved This Episode? Subscribe, rate, and review The Authentic Networker Podcast. Screenshot this episode, tag us, and tell us, what belief did you need to hear today? | |||
| Ben Riley | From Graveyard Shifts to Global Strategy | 28 May 2025 | 00:40:30 | |
Episode Summary: How do you go from stacking boxes on the graveyard shift… to leading global sales strategy for one of the largest essential oil companies in the world? In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with Ben Riley–longtime network marketing executive and global growth strategist–for an inside look at the leadership journey behind the scenes of Young Living, Avon, 4Life, and more. Ben shares how his career started at Young Living’s shipping dock while he was still in college, and how grit, vision, and relentless learning took him from the warehouse to the C-suite. They unpack the leadership lessons that most people never talk about–from hard decisions that go unrecognized… to the emotional weight of leading teams across cultures. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
About the Guest: Ben Riley brings more than 20 years of network marketing leadership across four continents. From starting at Young Living in 1998 to executive roles at Avon, Melaleuca, 4Life, and Younique, Ben has led teams through growth, reinvention, and global expansion. He’s a fluent Korean speaker, a father of five, and someone who has seen the inside of this industry from every angle–making him uniquely qualified to speak to both the mission and the mechanics of building a lasting legacy. His go-to essential oil? Believe™–fitting for a guy whose story proves what’s possible when you do. Resources & Links: Ben Riley Links:
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| Sue Brenchley - ASEA | 24 Aug 2017 | 01:05:59 | |
Episode Summary: How do you go from graveyard shifts and crushing medical debt… to leading a team of 65,000 and living your purpose? In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, Richard Bliss Brooke talks with Sue Brenchley–a Triple Diamond Executive with ASEA and a 25-year network marketing veteran–about the wild, winding road that led her to success. Sue’s story is one of resilience. In her early thirties, she was drowning in debt from fertility treatments, caring for a newborn with birth defects, and recovering from a life-changing hysterectomy. She was working nights, barely staying afloat. Then, in the middle of a snowstorm, she said yes to a 90-minute drive that changed everything. Now, with more than a decade of leadership at ASEA, Sue is helping thousands rewrite their stories just like she did. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
About the Guest: Sue Brenchley is a Triple Diamond Executive with ASEA and a powerhouse mentor with more than 65,000 active distributors on her team. She’s spent over 25 years in Network Marketing, combining fierce resilience with heart-centered leadership. Sue is known for helping people find their purpose, rebuild belief, and create lives they never thought possible. Sue Brenchley Links:
Richard’s Mentorship Program: If Sue’s story inspired you, imagine what you could unlock inside Momentum Mentorship. Richard’s mentorship program is designed to help you grow with integrity, lead with vision, and build a business you’re proud of. Learn more at momentummentorship.com Richard Bliss Brooke Links:
Loved This Episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review to help more people find The Authentic Networker Podcast–with over 1.4 million downloads. If Sue’s story gave you hope, take a screenshot, share it, and tag us. We’d love to know what moved you. | |||
| Kierston Kirschbaum - doTerra | 10 Aug 2017 | 01:09:00 | |
What do you do when you’re suddenly broke, homeless, and borrowing money just to buy milk? In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with Kierston Kirschbaum–doTERRA leader, speaker, and purpose-driven powerhouse–for a raw, inspiring look at what it really means to rebuild your life from rock bottom. In one day, Kierston’s world collapsed. Her husband’s company of 10 years shut down overnight, leaving them without income, without a home, and without a plan. What followed was five years of relentless growth, vision, and service–culminating in a team of 45,000 active reps and over 60,000 customers. This conversation will shift your perspective on struggle, purpose, and what’s possible when you lead from your PURE POWER. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
About the Guest: Kierston Kirschbaum is a top leader with doTERRA, a speaker, coach, and passionate advocate for living a purpose-driven life. Her journey from homelessness to high performance is a powerful example of resilience, belief, and heart-centered leadership. She now empowers others to find their voice, live their values, and step into their personal power. Kierston Kirschbaum Links:
Richard’s Mentorship Program: Want more stories of authentic leadership and breakthrough growth? Richard’s Momentum Mentorship helps network marketers build the mindset, systems, and self-belief needed to lead teams with vision and integrity. Learn more at momentummentorship.com Richard Bliss Brooke Links:
Loved This Episode? Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review to help more network marketers find The Authentic Networker Podcast–with over 1.4 million downloads and counting. If Kierston’s story hit home, screenshot it, share it, and tag us. Let us know what spoke to your soul. | |||
| Laurenda Eddy - Younique | 28 Jul 2017 | 01:10:37 | |
Before Network Marketing, Laurenda Eddy was an armored guard, moving money in and out of banks for four years. She worked 14 hours a day, 6 days a week. After receiving a message on Facebook from a total stranger, Laurenda decided to check out Younique’s products. She quickly fell in love with them and started working the business.
But Laurenda made some major mistakes early on. She was getting zero responses and was close to quitting. What mistakes were they? And more importantly, what shifts did she make to start actually getting people to respond, to the point where she’s enrolling 10–15 people a month? Millennials who use social media, you do not want to miss Laurenda’s call with Richard Brooke. | |||
| Esther Spina - Ambit Energy | 13 Jul 2017 | 01:12:09 | |
“Are you kidding me? Those things are pyramid schemes!” That was Esther Spina’s initial response when her 25-year-old son joined a Network Marketing company. But once Ether finally agreed to “just take a look,” she was BLOWN AWAY. It was so different than working in the dog-eat-dog world of outside sales like she had been. After saying YES, she went on to build a team of more than 60,000 customers and 20,000 consultants.
During her interview with Richard Brooke, you’ll get to hear from this author of “The Ambitious Woman: What it Takes and Why You Want to Be One” on how she built her team, tips for working your list and never running out of products, the power of 4 little words, digging past the NOs, and much more!
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| Jenifer Furness - Yoli | 06 Jul 2017 | 01:04:04 | |
When Jenifer Furness, an overworked occupational therapist, became intrigued about Network Marketing through a random Facebook post, she soon found a stranger at her house, sharing her story and showing her “cheesy videos.” But Jenifer wasn’t even watching the videos. She was just watching the woman sitting on her living room floor, smiling and HAPPY! Jenifer kept thinking, "Why am I not happy? Why is she so happy?”
This made her say yes to the business.
Jenifer hit the rank of diamond in 6 months and built a team of nearly 2,500 in 4 years. How did she do it? On this call with Richard Brooke, Jenifer will share how to bring “happy” into your storytelling, how to take control of your calendar, how to help people catch a vision of hope, and tons of other great nuggets. | |||
| Mark Januszewski - Global Influencer | 22 Jun 2017 | 01:05:12 | |
This Hero Maker went from bankrupt to beach front through Network Marketing. He is now passionate about training others to be heart driven, successful leaders. | |||
| Dr. Scott & Brenda Schuler - Young Living | 16 Jun 2017 | 01:07:23 | |
Since 2008, Brenda and Dr. Scott Schuler have built a Young Living team of more than 110,000 members with 10 leadership legs and 154+ personal enrollees. How did they go from feeling embarrassed and wanting nothing to do with the business side of essential oils … to putting on their blinders and building with no fear?
Find out from this power couple what they did to get past their skepticism and the “hobby stage” of Network Marketing, tips on making the profession work as a couple, how to meet people where they’re at emotionally, and how to capitalize on your strengths and stay true to yourself. The Schulers are passionate about changing lives and helping people grow into leaders … don’t miss what they have to say! | |||
| Kimmy Brooke - Vision, Grit, and Grace | 10 Jun 2017 | 00:43:42 | |
Episode Summary: How do you build an empire on your lunch break? In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with his wife Kimmy Brooke, author, coach, and network marketing leader, for a story that’s equal parts grit and grace. Kimmy was a single mom working 60+ hours a week, living paycheck to paycheck, and quietly hoping something would come along to save her. What she found was Network Marketing. What she built? A legacy. From babysitters to boardrooms, from breakdowns to breakthroughs, Kimmy shares the raw truth of what it took to rise, and how you can too. If you’ve ever wondered whether this business can really work for “normal people” with zero experience, this one’s for you. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
About the Guest: Kimmy’s mission is simple: help women reclaim their confidence, their vision, and their voice through entrepreneurship. She’s also a certified coach, speaker, and fierce believer in what’s possible when people feel seen, supported, and lit up from the inside out. She is now a successful luxury real estate agent in Hawaii. And yes, she’s married to Richard. Together, they walk their talk. Resources & Links: Kimmy Brooke Links:
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Loved This Episode? Be sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review to help more network marketers find The Authentic Networker Podcast, with over 1.4 million downloads and counting. If something Kimmy or Richard shared lit a fire in you, screenshot it, share it, and tag us. We’d love to celebrate your next step. | |||
| Richard Bliss Brooke - Global Influencer | 30 May 2017 | 01:14:52 | |
Golden Hero Call! In honor of our #50 call, we turned the tables in a pretty cool way. Your host of the Network Marketing Hero Series, Richard Bliss Brooke, was interviewed … by none other than the amazing Kimmy Brooke! Don’t miss everyone’s favorite chicken chopper to CEO sharing his incredible story and nuggets of wisdom. | |||
| Adam Green - Young Living | 17 May 2017 | 00:52:52 | |
Adam Green of “The Green Team” built a Young Living team of 50,000 members strong, with 4,000 people joining each month … all before the age of 30! This record-breaking Canadian and author of “25 to Life: Jailbreak Your 9–5 & Escape to Financial Freedom” became Young Living’s youngest member to reach their highest rank of Royal Crown Diamond at age 25!
So how did this former personal trainer who was living for the weekend “retire” at age 22 and become one of the most inspiring Network Marketers of our time? Don’t miss this interview with his good friend Richard Brooke as he shares his keys to success, how to best leverage your time, the mentality to get unstuck, and lots more! Millennials and seasoned networkers alike will love hearing what Adam has to say! | |||
| Dave Grimaldi | Rebuilding the Bridge Between Direct Selling and Washington DC | 21 May 2025 | 00:38:44 | |
Dave Grimaldi didn’t grow through the ranks in direct selling–he came from the other side. From Capitol Hill to the FCC to leading government affairs for tech and crypto giants, Dave has spent decades in the rooms where reputations are shaped and policies are made. Now, as CEO of the Direct Selling Association, he’s working to reshape the conversation about the Direct Sales profession in the halls of power. In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, Richard Bliss Brooke dives deep with Dave on:
This isn’t just a conversation about policy. It’s a challenge to step into intentional advocacy, leadership, and long-game vision.
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| Sinead Kavanagh - Juice Plus+ | 27 Apr 2017 | 01:04:41 | |
In Sinead Kavanagh’s first year in Juice Plus+, she personally sponsored 100 people and another 100 in year two. By year four, she had 300 personal sponsors and built a team with 5,000 active reps and 200,000+ customers across 20 countries … and she did 99% of it through social media! Sinead's Network Marketing journey began in 2013. She was an unhappy, unhealthy office worker who decided to start building her own business after an amazing product experience. Learn more about her story, what she did to sponsor that many people so quickly, and all her best tips for using social media to build a Four Year Career like she did! | |||
| Jeff Altgilbers - 4Life | 13 Apr 2017 | 01:05:41 | |
Jeff Altgilbers went from cleaning floors to building a team of 20,000 distributors in just four years. Today this Network Marketing superstar of 4Life has 500,000 distributors in 56 countries. But Jeff's journey was not without some bumps in the road! He dabbled in various Network Marketing companies for years while running his cleaning business. When Jeff’s business went bankrupt, he sold an old junk truck – the only thing he had left to his name – and finally got serious about Network Marketing.
Jeff has over 40 years of experience in Network Marketing and a truckload of wisdom to share with you. On this call with Richard Brooke, he'll talk about how to put the law of attraction to work for you, the most powerful question you can ask people, working through your leaders to drive volume, and so much more! | |||
| Sharon McDonald - doTerra | 31 Mar 2017 | 01:07:41 | |
Never underestimate the power of all out massive action! For Sharon McDonald, not even a breast cancer diagnosis could stop the magic of duplication in her Network Marketing business. In her first 90 days, she sponsored 45 people, which led to a team of 2,200 her first year. That early momentum carried her through during her breast cancer journey in years 3 and 4, and by year 6, Sharon had a team of over 28,000.
Find out what this busy mom of 5 did to get into momentum and stay there. You’ll also hear about sharing your product without the “obnoxious factor,” the integrity mistakes that can ruin teams, and how to save your energy for the people who want to run. A must-listen for moms everywhere!
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| Efrosyni Adamides - WorldVentures | 03 Mar 2017 | 01:08:20 | |
Efrosyni Adamides built a Network Marketing team of 5,500 by the end of year one. Despite the ups and downs and lots of learning lessons along the way, she built a beautiful Four Year Career with a team of 42,000 active reps … by only personally sponsoring 65! Now 11 years in the biz, Efrosyni is at IMD Rank with WorldVentures and has created a Network Marketing sales force of over 400,000 reps in 50+ countries. Little did she know that’s what she would accomplish when, at age 10, she and her family immigrated to Australia with limited funds and one suitcase of clothes. Listen to her incredible story of going from cutthroat corporate exec to top-ranking Network Marketer, mentor and international speaker – and exactly how she did it! | |||
| Rita Davenport - Global Influencer | 17 Feb 2017 | 01:08:13 | |
This former stutterer with a speech impediment went on to be a Hall of Fame Speaker in the National Speaker’s Association, an award-winning host and producer of the TV show “Success Strategies,” president of Arbonne International for 20 years, and presenter of over 1,000 seminars globally. If you’re ready to do more, earn more, and share more, don’t miss this chance to learn from the one and only Rita Davenport on this week’s episode of the Network Marketing Heroes Podcast, hosted by Richard Bliss Brooke. If there is one call destined to change your life, this is it. | |||
| Katie Louise Hamer - Younique | 02 Feb 2017 | 01:09:28 | |
By building her biz entirely through social media, along with embracing personal development and company events, Katie Louise Hamer of Younique was able to build a team of women 53,000 strong in just two and a half years.
It’s a complete 180 from her life in retail management, working 6 days a week, stuck in the daily grind, and wishing she could give her baby “the moon.” Katie said she “wanted change more than she wanted to breathe,” and upon being introduced to Younique, she got to work right away. On this interview, find out her best social media strategies for growth, how to keep things simple and duplicable, how to lead team members to turn adversity into engagement, and so much more! | |||
| Todd Falcone - Fearless Networking | 20 Jan 2017 | 00:58:57 | |
Are you letting fear dictate how you build your Network Marketing biz? Break through it with one of the most popular speakers and trainers of our time … the great Todd Falcone, author of Fearless Networking. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn from the Fearless Networker himself, Todd Falcone. He’s laying it all out on this week’s episode of the Network Marketing Heroes Podcast, hosted by Richard Bliss Brooke. | |||
| Ricardo Jimenez - Le-Vel | 08 Dec 2016 | 00:55:26 | |
If a former drug addict and felon could overcome his obstacles, immigrate to a new country, and build a Network Marketing team of 22,000 promoters with 23 leader legs and 140,000 customers in six years ... what do you think YOU could do? This is one of the most inspiring Network Marketing Hero calls Richard Brooke has ever hosted. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Ricardo Jimenez's story of going from prisoner to powerful networker and his best advice for making this profession work for you. From the 3 simple steps to duplication to the 3 surprising words that yield tremendous power, you’ll learn a ton from this Le-Vel leader and John Maxwell Certified Coach. | |||
| Emily & Hayden Vavra - Isagenix | 13 Oct 2016 | 01:02:05 | |
Hayden Vavra always dreamed of going pro in the NFL. Unfortunately, that dream was dashed when he was cut on the very last day of tryouts. So how did he reconnect with his childhood sweetheart Emily and together GO PRO in Network Marketing, becoming the youngest in their company to reach a certain status?
In their first 90 days, they personally sponsored 32 people. In the first year, 71. By the end of year four, that number jumped to 246. Today Emily and Hayden Vavra have a team of over 145,000 customers and distributors. During this interview, they’ll tell you how they did it and share tips on making your list, high-touch communication, replacing “blame & complain” with personal development, and so much more!
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| Clive Leach & Diana Ross - Utility Warehouse | 30 Sep 2016 | 01:00:53 | |
Clive Leach and Diana Ross – who actually met and fell in love at a home meeting! – have over 60 years of combined experience in Network Marketing. In their first year at Utility Warehouse, this UK power couple personally sponsored 50 people, and another 50 the following year. By year four, that number jumped to around 200. That’s created 9 leader legs and a customer group of over 178,000!
How did they build such an extraordinary team? During this interview, Clive and Diana will teach you how to “show” instead of “tell,” how to develop strong leaders, how to set high expectations for your team members, plus so much more! | |||
| The Long Game: Why the Winners Are the Ones Who Stay | 14 May 2025 | 00:31:45 | |
You Can’t Lose If You Don’t Quit After nearly five decades in the Network Marketing profession, Richard Bliss Brooke has a message for every aspiring leader: You don’t have to be fast, flashy, or perfect—you just have to stay. In this solo episode, Richard shares the real story behind his 48-year journey—starting as a broke chicken chopper with no pedigree or momentum, and becoming a respected mentor and coach to thousands. He didn’t rise quickly. He wasn’t the early favorite. But he learned to master the long game—the mindset of longevity that outlasts hype, hardship, and hot trends. Whether you’re brand new or years deep into your business, this episode is a call to reclaim your belief in the profession, your vision, and your future. Richard reminds us: “The profession works… if you work it. And it works better the longer you stay.” What You’ll Learn:
This is more than a podcast–it’s a challenge to build something you’ll be proud of a decade from now.
Richard Bliss Brooke Links: Website: richardblissbrooke.com Facebook: facebook.com/RichardBlissBrooke Instagram: @richardblissbrooke YouTube: @rbbrooke on YouTube
Loved This Episode? Be sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review to help others discover The Authentic Networker Podcast. If something Richard shared lit a fire in you, tag us or share your favorite takeaway—we’d love to hear what resonated. | |||
| Brigitte Bartley - Isagenix | 21 Sep 2016 | 00:59:14 | |
After going through a divorce and getting struck with the realization that she had to support herself and her three boys, this stay-at-home mom stopped “dabbling” in the products she loved and went on to build a Network Marketing team with 13 leader legs and 10,000 auto ship customers in five years.
As a self-proclaimed “reserved and quiet” woman, Brigitte Bartley built 95% of her business via social media. On this call she’ll share how she did it, how this profession can work even for introverts, and how to not take the NOs personally. Brigitte loves teaching others how to “Illumin8 Your Life” and is the co-author of “The Energy of Happiness,” which became an Amazon #1 bestseller in 2015. You’ll definitely want to hear what this successful leader has to say! | |||
| Loren Robin - Modere | 01 Sep 2016 | 01:07:41 | |
Loren Robin of Modere was a former real estate broker for 28 years, selling in the top 1% of real estate nationwide. She knew about Network Marketing because she had sold houses to top marketers. Those clients had always struck her as very happy, relaxed, successful people. So when the South Florida real estate market went bust in 2008, she knew what to do next.
Loren got into all out massive action upon joining. She and her team were all doing the same thing, and doing it all the time. Here’s what the payoff was: In less than six months, Loren became the first person to hit the top of her company’s plan. She personally sponsored 15 people in her first 90 days, and 35 people in her first year. Six years later, she had 30,000 team members and growing. Find out exactly how she did it! | |||
| Tom "Big Al" Schreiter - Best Selling MLM Author | 20 Aug 2016 | 01:02:30 | |
Cringe-worthy approaches and nonstop NOs … Are you stuck trying to figure out how to make this thing called Network Marketing work? Who better to learn from than 45-year industry legend Tom “Big Al” Schreiter? He’s a globetrotter, seminar leader, expert in one-on-one communication, and author of 15 Network Marketing books. Don’t miss this special Network Marketing Heroes Podcast hosted by Richard Bliss Brooke … it’s like a mini seminar straight from Tom “Big Al” Schreiter. | |||
| Susan Sly - Isagenix | 05 Aug 2016 | 01:06:54 | |
At the lowest point in her life, Susan Sly was over $100,000 in debt and sleeping on her brother-in-law’s sofa. Proving that the fortune truly is in the follow up, Susan was asked to “take a look” 21 times before saying yes to MLM. In her first 90 days, Susan personally sponsored 27 people, and in 14 years, that number grew to more than 400, for a team size of 240,000+.
During this interview with Richard Brooke, you’ll get to hear how Susan, a bestselling author, speaker and expert on work/life balance, built such a large team, the importance of finding people with matching energy, and how to move from toddler/teen stage to the adult stage of Network Marketing. | |||
| Sarah & Tony Zolecki - Modere | 09 Jun 2016 | 01:12:32 | |
How do you develop a retail customer base of 20,000 people in your very first year in Network Marketing … and build that into 864,000 customers just 7 years later? That’s exactly what you’ll find out from Tony and Sarah Zolecki, big dreamers who used to be chained to the corporate world. Back then, every day was “groundhog day”: sitting in a cubicle for long hours, feeling unfulfilled and not really living.
Even though 19 of the 20 people they sponsored in their first two months QUIT, their team of 20,000+ proves that consistent action does work! From communication tips to building “muscle memory” in your recruiting, don’t miss some great Ahas from these incredible leaders.
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| Teri Secrest - Young Living | 24 Mar 2016 | 00:40:17 | |
Teri Secrest’s first taste of entrepreneurship was selling night crawlers to fishermen at age 5 … and she was hooked! But it was a random call in the desert that really jumpstarted her Network Marketing career and helped her build a team of 30,000 with 6 strong leader legs.
As this busy mom of 3 was building her Young Living business month after month, she felt like she was receiving a college business degree for free because of all the skill building and personal development that’s available. Today Teri is a certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach and the author of “Essential Oils: God’s Extravagant Provision for Your Health.” Teri definitely knows the joy of living, and will share with you her best tips for building a business you’re passionate about. | |||
| Dr. Ken Kochman - Optavia | 28 Jan 2016 | 01:01:36 | |
You’d never know that Dr. Ken Kochman, an Ironman, triathlete and Network Marketer, used to be so unhealthy that he wondered if he’d even live to see his son reach adulthood. The stress of trying to grow his chiropractic business was just too much, and a serious health scare finally led Dr. Ken to say yes to a friend who kept approaching him about OPTAVIA.
After 18 months of what started out as a “hobby,” Dr. Ken sold his chiropractic business and focused solely on building his Network Marketing team – which today has over 65,000 clients and coaches. Dr. Ken loves coaching other Network Marketers on how to achieve what matters most to them, and this interview is a quick and fun way to tap into those strategies! | |||
| Dana Collins - Skin Care Company | 23 Jan 2016 | 01:00:52 | |
In 1995, Dana Collins had a defining moment when she realized the biggest lie that moms have ever been told: that you can have a traditional career and have a family and thrive at both. She had worked in the grueling fashion design industry and “puppet-on-a-string” corporate sales and always felt like Sunday nights were the abyss into Monday.
How did Dana do a complete 180 on the idea of “starting her own business” and say yes to Network Marketing? Don’t miss her story of persistence and success from this Executive National Vice President who's built a Four Year Career – twice! – even during a company bankruptcy! She’ll talk vision, culture, having a strategy of unity, and how to bounce back after adversity. | |||
| Kim Fiske - Optavia | 07 Jan 2016 | 00:56:44 | |
Kim Fiske is a respected speaker, thought-leader, bestselling author of “The Monster Under the Bed,” and an independent coach with OPTAVIA. With a true desire to serve others and transform lives, Kim built a team with 10 strong leadership legs, 32 personal enrollees and thousands of distributors in just 7 years.
She is a member of the National Speakers Association, PRO member of The Association of Network Marketing Professionals, and a member of the American Business Women’s Association. On this call, she’ll share her secrets for collecting the “yes’s”… without being salesy … how to tap into the energy you’re creating, how to build from a place of love, and other invaluable insights. | |||
| Dave Johnson - Nikken | 23 Dec 2015 | 01:07:34 | |
Dave Johnson is a 40-year veteran of the Network Marketing profession with more than 40,000 active members in his Nikken group and 4 strong leadership legs. This founder of Magnetic Leaders loves transforming lives and teaching others how to multiply their good influence.
But Dave’s story is not one of overnight success. Even though he had caught the vision, when he first joined MLM at age 26, it took him a year to even earn a paycheck – and several companies he joined went under. Yet Dave still didn’t quit and he didn’t let the failures stop him from moving forward. From creating urgency and expectancy in your business to starting over, Dave has a ton of great wisdom from his 40-year career to share with you. | |||
| John Addison | Turning Fear Into Fuel | 23 Apr 2025 | 00:47:39 | |
Episode Summary:
What does it take to lead through chaos, inspire thousands, and come out stronger on the other side? In this powerful conversation, Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with John Addison, legendary leader, speaker, and author of Turn Your Fear Into Fuel.
John opens up about his experience guiding Primerica through the 2008 financial crisis and one of the most successful IPOs of the decade. He shares how fear can be reframed as fuel for growth and leadership–and why resilient thinking is more essential than ever.
They also dive into the leadership lessons behind Rory McIlroy’s decade-long journey to finally win The Masters. Whether you're in business, network marketing, or simply navigating life’s pressures, this episode will leave you inspired to lead with courage and purpose.
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
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| Brian Carruthers - LegalShield | 21 Dec 2015 | 00:47:00 | |
Prior to building a Network Marketing team of 300,000+ associates with 1,500 personal recruits, Brain Carruthers was a busy real estate agent working 60–70 hours a week, “8 to faint,” and always worrying about the next deal.
Now this success coach and bestselling author of “Money Mindset,” “Building an Empire” and “Making My First Ten Million” has what he always wanted most: time-freedom and the opportunity to help other people dream big. Brain traded a "HAVE TO" mentality for a "GET TO" mentality, and during this call, you'll learn exactly how he escaped the rat race, got into quick momentum, and built his 300,000+ team. | |||
| Pamela & Kevin Barnum - Isagenix | 10 Dec 2015 | 00:48:05 | |
Before MLM, Kevin and Pam Barnum had everything on the outside … a nice home, successful careers … but on the inside, they were bound by golden handcuffs. They never saw each other, and a live-in nanny was practically raising their 5-year-old son.
After catching the vision of Network Marketing, they committed to building their business for 2 hours a night. And the result? Eighteen months later they were awarded the “fastest growing business internationally” with Isagenix. In four years, they personally sponsored 300 people and have built a team of more than 35,000. This call with Kevin and Pam drills down on the duplicable actions YOU can take to build your biz. Don’t miss it! | |||
| Christy Dreiling - Skin Care Company | 26 Nov 2015 | 01:06:12 | |
Christy Dreiling, a former model, fashion photographer and Mrs. Kansas 2012, spent much of her youth living in a car behind a Pizza Hut. She and her family would often dig through the trash for cans to get money for food. Upon being introduced to MLM, Christy says, “I had been waiting my whole life for this and never even knew it.”
Now in the biz for 17 years, Christy has an organization of over 145,000 customers and consultants, and is the author of 3 books, including her most recent: “Gather: Together Women Change the World.” Christy also had her debut as a film producer for the award-winning documentary “The 25,000 Mile Love Story.” Don’t miss this interview as Christy shares her incredible story, the keys to her success, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.
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| Wes Linden - Utility Warehouse | 12 Nov 2015 | 01:03:27 | |
From a young age, Wes Linden knew the corporate world wasn’t for him. So he dropped out of college and, with no money and no car, asked his dad to take him to his first opportunity meeting. Today Wes has been with Utility Warehouse since 1998 and is in their top rank of National Network Leader, with more than 60,000 customers and 500 personal sponsors. He regularly hosts the company’s main annual conference Express Day and was the first-ever Brit to speak at the Mastermind Event.
Wes is the Amazon bestselling author of “The Prospecting Game” and “79 Network Marketing Tips.” He represents what’s good and possible with MLM, and during this interview, he’ll share what’s he’s learned with YOU. | |||
| Ryan Chamberlin - Plexus | 05 Nov 2015 | 01:04:22 | |
Ryan Chamberlin is a Network Marketing expert, speaker, author, consultant, and mentor. In his first four years in the profession, he personally enrolled 95 builders and became the top ambassador for Plexus in 2015. He is also the co-founder of their exclusive training system. For the past 20 years, he’s worked with thousands of entrepreneurs in growing their influence, and in February 2020, Ryan announced that he’s running for Congress.
Ryan is the author of “Now You Know,” a book about the 7 laws to help entrepreneurs build better teams. During this interview, you can hear firsthand how to put these laws to work for your business!
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| Laura Harry - Skin Care Company | 29 Oct 2015 | 00:54:25 | |
How did Laura Harry go from being an out-of-work corporate executive to reaching the top of her Network Marketing company (and helping 17 others get there too) and building a team with 9 strong leadership legs?
It all started at her son’s preschool more than 10 years ago. Don’t miss her extraordinary story during this Network Marketing Hero Call with Richard Brooke. Laura will share awesome tips on how to build without fear, the power in setting your first goal, getting into the mental space of your sponsor, moving “past the presentation” to true engagement, plus lots more! It’s a do-not-miss from one of the most inspiring leaders in all of MLM. | |||
| Gordon Fraser - Skin Care Company | 01 Oct 2015 | 00:59:38 | |
In 2008, when Gordon Fraser was first presented with the MLM business model, his knee-jerk reaction was NO. Everything changed when he realized that the pain of going back to the corporate world was greater than the pain of taking a look at Network Marketing.
So how did Gordon “break free of the golden handcuffs” to build a team of over 2,000 active distributors in 4 years … and become the first man in his company to reach the level of National Vice President outside of the U.S.? You’ll find that out in this compelling interview with Richard Brooke, plus lots more nuggets, from leadership blueprints to osmosis in prospecting to creating a huge vision. | |||
| Amber Voight - Younique | 24 Sep 2015 | 00:52:48 | |
Since the time she was 17, Amber Voight always believed she’d be a leader in the MLM profession. When she joined Younique, she built a team of 105,000 members in less than three years – 800 of them personal enrollees! Showing what the power of duplication and consistency can do, three years later, those numbers are 300,000 team members and 3,000 personal enrollees.
It’s a far cry from the life Amber was living when she was homeless and on government assistance with no vehicle (repossessed) and no education beyond the 8th grade. So how did this busy mom, keynote speaker and author of “The 7-Cent Decision” find such incredible success in Network Marketing? Listen and find out! | |||
| Romi Neustadt - Rodan + Fields | 17 Sep 2015 | 00:59:22 | |
As a former lawyer and public relations executive, Romi Neustadt’s whole life before Network Marketing was tied to the billable hour. Ironically, it was a PR client who introduced her to her company, Rodan + Fields. Intrigued, Romi signed up right away and began building part time. Within her first year, she had personally sponsored 50 people and was able to build a team of 80,000 in less than eight years.
Romi is the award-winning author of “Get Over Your Damn Self: The No-BS Blueprint to Building a Life-Changing Business,” which topped 4 Amazon best-seller lists and earned a Gold Award by the Nonfiction Authors Association. Her latest novel “You Can Have It All: Just Not at the Same Damn Time!” was released in January 2020. Soak up her wisdom and learn how to build from one of the most inspiring women in MLM. | |||
| Sara Marble - Plexus | 10 Sep 2015 | 00:54:17 | |
In her first 90 days as Plexus ambassador, Sara Marble’s mom was her first and only recruit! During this interview, you’ll hear how Sara overcame the “slow start hurdle” and went on to personally sponsor 150 people and build a team of 5,000 in four and a half years. Today, that number is 9,000 and growing!
This now-retired nurse always assumed she’d have to work in a hospital setting to truly help people. Network Marketing opened her eyes to the fact that she could help even more people just by sharing the products she loved so much and introducing people to the business model. If you need doable actions to get over a slow start, Sara is just the leader you need to hear from! | |||
| Seth Godin | Success is Progress. | 15 Jan 2025 | 00:50:16 | |
In this episode, I interview Seth Godin, a pioneer in ethical marketing, discussing his extensive experience in email marketing, the evolution of spam legislation, and the core principles of strategy outlined in his latest book. Seth emphasizes the importance of understanding systems, the distinction between finite and infinite games, and the significance of empathy in marketing. We discuss ownership structures, the value of raving fans, and the need for systemic change in addressing climate issues through the Carbon Almanac project. Seth's insights encourage a shift from competition to progress, highlighting that a small, dedicated audience can be more impactful than a large, indifferent one. | |||
| Bo Tanas - Nikken | 03 Sep 2015 | 00:53:55 | |
“Invite 100 people your first 100 days.” That was the advice of Bo Tanas’ mentor when he joined Nikken over two decades ago – and that’s exactly what Bo did! The result of his consistent inviting? 21 personal enrollments in 90 days, 5 of whom really caught the vision to build.
Now semi-retired and focused on leadership development, this former bass player turned real estate agent turned Nikken Royal Diamond has a team of over 60,000 people in 32 different countries. Bo has been named Consultant of the Year and was honored with the 2014 Heart of Nikken Award. If you’re looking for specifics on how to get into “All Out Massive Action,” the tips Bo shares on this call will be invaluable. | |||
| Kimber King - Isagenix | 13 Aug 2015 | 00:57:02 | |
Are you using social media to the best of your ability in building your Network Marketing biz? And the more important question – would you like to learn how? Then don’t miss this interview with Kimber King of Isagenix, a recognized expert in social media marketing who personally sponsored 54 people in her first year, and 193 people by year 4 – all while working part-time from her home!
Kimber has achieved her company’s Top Team Builder Award, an Outstanding Women of 2004 Award, and is the co-founder of Real Savvy Success, a company that empowers women entrepreneurs in Network Marketing. Learn Kimber’s best tips on using social media to grow your biz, plus how to create a “no drama, no gossip” team culture! | |||
| Eugene Hong - Yoli | 06 Aug 2015 | 00:58:57 | |
Before Network Marketing, Eugene Hong was busy bringing the “Aloha spirit” to customers of his authentic Hawaiian chicken business. The only problem with owning the business? The business owned him! Learn how this Triple Blue Diamond traded in his 100-hour workweeks to become the second member of Yoli's top-ranking club. More importantly, how Eugene went on to create 60 top-ranking members too, 58 of them being brand new to Network Marketing! | |||