The Importance of Peer Role Models
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Modeling Rich and Successful People
T. Harv Eker stress the wisdom of looking for a person or organization that is doing it right and then modeling those proven behaviors that will move you and your business forward. That advice has changed the way I look at everything.
I read two business books a month, as well as review cover-to-cover the magazines, Fast Company, Inc, and Entrepreneur, I read Business Weekly and the Wall Street Journal as well as several technical publications. I did all this before My Millionaire Mind experience, but now I read and study with different eyes. I am always looking for the “Application Instant” — how can I apply this information to my businesses. What can I learn here that will help me move forward, faster, with less risk, and better results?
When I started my Millionaire Mind journey, I chose Jack Canfield and Joe Vitale as my author / Internet entrepreneur role models. I studied their books, read their Blogs and studied their business model. I continue to benefit from that practice; but along the way, I accidentally discovered the benefit of modeling a successful peer.
I met Chris Sherrod, at the Millionaire Mind Intensive last year. Chris is a gracious person with a very dry wit and definitely has a Millionaire Mind. Chris balances several successful enterprises, and most of us know him as Chris, the Prosperity Guy and author of Prosperity Games.
When we posted the first version of the Millionaire Mind site online, Chris called and made the suggestion that rather than using hard coded HTML for the site, we might find that PHP and WordPress could provide a more flexible solution. Thus started a six-month self-taught journey through the wonders of PHP. Chris was indeed right and the site is more interactive and robust for his suggestion.
The next time I met Chris I was as a volunteer at a Millionaire Mind Evening. It was there he advised me on the benefits of a Master Mind Group and how to use the process to grow my business. I’ve described that meeting and the results in a previous Blogs — My Millionaire Mind Business Strategies: Be Part of a Master Mind Group and The Inner Game of Wealth… Mastermind Groups
Since our Millionaire Mind Intensive, Chris has successfully brought his Prosperity Game to the market, has expanded his Internet presence, and moved forward on all his other enterprises. I found myself studying Chris’ sites with the same intention as I studied Joe Vitale’s and Jack Canfield’s sites. I wanted to see how he structured his ads, and how he promoted his business entities.
A few weeks ago Chris invited me to sign up as a friend on his Face Book profile. I have never ventured into the social networking world because I ‘thought’ I didn’t have the time learn the process. Chris’ FaceBook invitation kick-started my educational process. I actually posted a profile and I’m now learning the benefits of social marketing… again by studying Chris and applying what I can to my own business.
I can’t claim more than a business acquaintanceship with Chris. We live in different cities and his mentorship has been a “low touch — high impact” one. I have been blessed numerous “Application Instants” by listening to his advice when given, and by studying how he goes about his business.
There are three more things we can learn from Chris Sherrod:
1) Be kind enough to help fellow Millionaire Mind graduates.
When you notice something that can be improved, offer the information. This doesn’t mean committing to a long term, personal mentorship Helping can be as simple as making a call or sending an email with a suggestion or a set of resources that could support that person in making the NEXT RIGHT STEP.
2) Be proactive about mastering your time.
This is the message that Chris sends to his email correspondents:
Hi All,
In an effort to actually get work done, I am currently checking and responding to e-mail twice daily at 12:00 PM CST and 4PM CST.
If you require urgent assistance (please ensure it is urgent) that cannot wait until either 12PM or 4PM, please contact me via mobile phone.
Thank you for understanding this move to more efficiency and effectiveness. It helps me accomplish more to serve you better.
Sincerely,
Chris Sherrod
Author: Play Prosperity Games
http://www.PlayProsperityGames.com
P.S. I read all e-mail personally, but I cannot always reply, especially with involved how-to questions. Thanks for understanding, and I appreciate your e-mail!
Do you find that your email is a productivity sink-hole?
Then model Chris. His brilliant, firm, but polite way of setting bounders on his time is one that could help us all.
3) Use every email as a marketing opportunity.
The following is Chris’s ‘signature line’
Chris Sherrod
Author of Prosperity Games
http://www.AbundanceUnlimited.com
And Founder of Internet Marketers Web Hosting at
http://www.WhoDefinesYou.com
chris@theprosperityguy.com
Professional Profile - http://www.linkedin.com/pub/1/422/822
Prosperity Games http://www.PlayProsperityGames.com
There is no doubt what Chris does and how to reach him to do business.
Does your email ’signature line’ offer the same level of information about yur business enterprises?
If you would like to know about Chris Sherrod, you can see the current and all past newsletters by going to http://www.AbundanceUnlimited.com and clicking on the “Newsletter” link on the left. You’ll also find his podcast, blog and video blog.
Millionaire Minds model what works and help others do the same.
Live Well and Prosper,
Sandi
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