What Economic Crisis?
“We are continually faced by great opportunities brilliantly disguised as insoluble problems.” ~ Lee Iococca
The economy is bad these days. It is effecting people everywhere. I see friends and family suffering and I hear them complaining about their situation. All the while my business is THRIVING.
Network marketing tends to be one type of business that does well in times of economic down times. One reason for that is because people are looking for ways to supplement their income.
Really, the way you look at it has a lot to do with whether your business will thrive or take a dive in a bad economy. I see it in my own downline. Some are thriving and growing their business while some are having their sales volume fall off. The ones who are dropping in sales volume are moaning about how bad the economy is and saying they can’t get anyone to buy anything. They are projecting poverty mentality and it is literally shutting down their business.
Your mindset, the words you use and the energy you radiate have a lot to do with how successful your business will be, especially in a bad economy.
When I began my network marketing career, over 13 years ago, I was going through a tough time financially. My energy and belief was at a really low point. At the time, I was also a struggling artist doing art shows and selling Rainbow Cleaning Systems on the side. Both of those involved sales. Both of those I was failing miserably at.
At the time I hadn’t yet learned about mindset and the power of the Law of Attraction. I just knew I couldn’t sell anything if my life depended on it. I was radiating the energy of desperation which actually repelled buying customers.
Since that time I have spent a lot of time learning about how the words we use, the emotions and the energy we radiate effects how successful we will be. If we are worrying about the economy and how expensive things are, that sends an energy that actually repels sales. This is not the energy we want if we are intending to build a successful business.
It is important to have a strong belief in your business and your 
products. Not only that, but you also need to realize and BELIEVE that you have a potential solution for many people’s economic crisis.
Some of the greatest growth in this industry happens when the economy is bad. Are you going to see this as an opportune time to build your business or are you going to join the masses and be paralyzed with fear?
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Hi Melodie,
Belief, in your business, your products, and most importantly in yourself can make or break you.
No matter how strongly you believe in your business model or products unless you believe that YOU can be successful you will fall short.
That’s the great thing about mindset, we get to choose what we believe in. If it is not working we can change.
Of course, belief without knowledge is faith, which is what everyone needs.
Faith in yourself.
Mike
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 6th, 2010 at 6:15 pm
True. Faith is also really important.
Melodie
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It is amazing how mindset and beliefs have so much influence on the outcome of our actions. Tell me how your art sales are going? Would love to know more.
Rebecca
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 6th, 2010 at 8:06 am
Hi Rebecca,
I haven’t been doing the art shows at all for years since my network marketing business is my full time income. I do my art for my own pleasure but I don’t want to pack up all the stuff and go on the road.
Melodie
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Well done Melodie, I’m a believer in the old “Kick in the Pants” method of encouragement. You have done well and are to be congratulated for your success.
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 6th, 2010 at 8:07 am
Hi Nelson,
Thanks.
Melodie
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Hi Melodie,
Thanks for the great post. I agree completely…our emotions and energy radiates to others around us. My business started growing like crazy when I changed my mindset!
MaryKay
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 7th, 2010 at 8:57 pm
Yea. Mindset is HUGE!
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Yes!! “Your mindset, the words you use and the energy you radiate have a lot to do with how successful your business will be, especially in a bad economy.” Network Marketing truly can make or break an individual when the economy is tough around us. Great words of wisdom. I will pass on your article to others in my group.
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 7th, 2010 at 9:03 pm
Network marketing can be the source of freedom. It’s largely the mindset.
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Melodie,
Here people go worrying about something they have no control over. Step into responsibility and create your own life without worrying about others.
We have the option to choose, so we can choose wisely by going our own way. It is all about your very own mindset about your success that will change it all for you.
Woo Hoo, what a life full of choices!
Val
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 7th, 2010 at 9:08 pm
Hi Val,
I agree. The choice is ours. We choose FREEDOM!
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Hey Melodie
Great post!
When you have the right mindset you see opportunities everywhere, despite the economy and despite your situation
Thanks
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I like this post and love that quote you used at the top. (Too lazy to scroll back up to spell his name right through all of the wonderful comments here.) I’ll just say the quote at the top.
Hey, I had a rainbow vacuum cleaner and really loved it. Had to sell it because I needed some money really quick. Damn that.
As Gary Vaynerchuck said, “It is never a bad time to start a business unless it is a mediocre business.” It seems you started a great business!
Keep up the great work.
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 9th, 2010 at 10:24 pm
Hi Nicole,
Thanks. Bummer you had to sell your Rainbow.
Melodie
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Hi Melodie,
You are so right!! It’s all about what’s “between your ears”!! We tell our people “if you think summer vacations will cause your business to slow, it will!!…or If you believe the Holidays are a bad time to market, you’re right!!” But in reality we have had our biggest month in July in one company and became #1. In another company, December was one of our biggest booms!! So it’s all about your thoughts and beliefs and what you SPEAK into the Universe!!
Instead of saying the economy is down, say”The economy is experiencing a shift”
Thanks Melodie for all you do to educate everyone. You are a wealth of knowledge.
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 10th, 2010 at 11:30 pm
Thanks. There is so much power in the mind.
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Melodie,
Mindset is critical to success in business. If a person puts out negative energy through complaining then they are going to get negative results. On the other hand, putting out positive energy will yield them positive results.
Good thoughts.
Krista
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 10th, 2010 at 11:28 pm
Hi Krista,
It can be a challenge to keep focusing on the positive. It gets easier at time passes. I still have areas where it is difficult.
Thanks for stopping by.
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Melodie,
Great post, thanks for reminding us all that regardless of the externals, we do have control over our MINDSET. And certainly, the more open we are to possibilities, the more opportunities will show up in our lives and we will be more prepared to benefit from them.
It’s a “bad” economy, yet Apple Computers is having record sales and has outgrown Microsoft. It’s all about creating what people want, and even about having a sense of what they want before THEY even know.
Thanks again,
Adam
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 10th, 2010 at 11:31 pm
I see it all around me. Some are having booming business and some are struggling. It always seems to be connected to the way they think and act about it.
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Great post Melodie and something that should be said/pointed out. Poverty consciousness is a sure way to become your own worst enemy. Your support network (family, friends, colleagues) are crucial. You want success? Hang out with successful people and don’t buy in to someone elses excuses.
Thank you for such an inspiring post.
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 12th, 2010 at 8:14 pm
Thanks. It is so true about the people we hang out with. We are effected by the energy whether good or bad.
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Melodie, Great post! I agree with you 100%, Your mindset, the words you use, and the energy you radiate really do make the difference on how successful you will be! Great insights1 Thanks, Joseph McDevitt
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 13th, 2010 at 11:46 pm
Hi Joseph,
Thanks for stopping by.
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Hi Melodie,
I really agree with what you have to say here! It’s all in our perceptions, for sure! That’s why personal development is so important because our attitudes are so important. Thanks for sharing.
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 13th, 2010 at 11:47 pm
Hi Debbie,
Thanks. I think it is the top importance because it effects everything else we do.
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Melodie:
Thanks for a great perspective on the economy and our response to it. In any business we will find that our mindset makes a HUGE difference in our success, or lack thereof.
And it isn’t enough to say to yourself, “If I refuse to look at the bad stuff that’s happening, it will go away.” You have to look it square in the eye and say, “it doesn’t matter. I’ll get past this because I deserve more and choose more.”
Live with passion and purpose,
Vanessa
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I totally agree with you, Melodie. Our energy and attitude radiate into every aspect of our lives, from the work we do, to the relationships we cultivate, to the choices we make, to the lives we ultimately lead. If we believe in ourselves and what we stand for, we have a better chance at surviving and growing and thriving.
Nice site you have here. Keep up the good work!
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 16th, 2010 at 9:20 am
Hi Maura,
Thanks. I appreciate your stopping by.
Melodie
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Hi Melody,
I fully agree.
Mindset is what it all boils down to.
There are always people who succeed in hard times.
Love and Light
from
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what a great mindset to have during these economic times–this is the time to capitalize on the need for what networkers offer. thanks melodie!
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
July 27th, 2010 at 10:06 pm
Hi Melissa,
So many people could benefit from the type of business we have. Network marketing makes great supplemental income. Even better if people can experience the freedom of full time income. If we can do it, so can others.
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Melodie,
Great reminder to not let the fears of an uncertain economy seep into our mind and attitude. As long as we keep knowing the true value of what we offer, and we keep our mind focused on that, we will continue to attract business regardless of what is going on around us.
Erica
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Hi Melodie,
Once again, you hit it right on the money. I think that your post rings true for any online marketing, not just for network marketing. In fact, when I think of it, mindset may just be half of the battle for succeeding in most of life. Thanks again for a great post. ~ Linnea
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
August 20th, 2010 at 4:42 am
Thanks Linnea. Mindset is key. It effects everything.
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Yes Melodie our mindset is everything. Our business is thriving as well for one our products are personal development but we have the mindset that we can assist anyone to change their lives forever.
Because I don’t watch the news I don’t even know that the economy is bad except when I get the odd email about it. Bottom line is why even entertain or allow the idea into your mind.
Thanks for a great post,
Michael
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
August 20th, 2010 at 4:40 am
Hi Michael,
I agree. Mindset is everything. Thanks for stopping by.
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Hello Melodie,
Thank you for your article, I have read it with pleasure.
I have to agree that you need the right mindset to reach your goals. A while back I have read “The Secret” and found it very interesting. Are there more books you recommend about the law of attration?
Greets Jerry
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Melodie Kantner Reply:
August 12th, 2011 at 7:10 am
Hi Jerry,
My favorite is Michael Losier’s Law of Attraction: http://www.lawofattractionbook.com
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