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Russ DeVan

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feature · September 2023

The Power of Teambuilding a 1993 Classic

"What Do I Say To Someone To Get _____?" (An Opinion) by RussDeVan Ah yes; "The Holy Grail" of answers sought by Network marketers and new aspiring sellers and recruiters all over the globe. The blank may be filled in with : "...someone interested in me; a product; or a financial

feature · October 2023

Why Do People Leave?

A familiar challenge to any organization, be it a corporate sales force, a company using network marketing, or an individual distributor's MLM organization, is not so much building it as KEEPING it!

feature · November 2023

Where do our loyalties lie?

When we're young, it's to family, besties, "steadies" and of course, our Schools and corresponding sports teams and mascots. Remember: "Be True To Your School" by The Beach Boys?

feature · December 2023

What Incredible Women Have Taught Me About Success

I believe when most people consider a topic such as "The Fundamentals of Success," their focus goes to either the qualities that one needs to pursue or attain success or what it means to be thought of as "successful."

feature · January 2024

Happy New Beginning!

A "do-over." A "fresh start." A "Mulligan."  "Another chance."

column · January 2024

TNMM January 2024 "Ask Uncle Russ"

I love my products. I know they work, too, because I've used them with fantastic results. Here's my problem; In my enthusiasm, I'm afraid I come across as "pushy" and I don't want to be thought of that way. Help!!!

feature · February 2024

In Pursuit Of Getting Better At Something

"Xerox Professional Selling Skills." In 1977, this 3-day course was the "gold standard" for mastering the art and techniques of selling. One learned about open and closed "probes;"

column · February 2024

TNMM February 2024 "Ask Uncle Russ"

I am becoming increasingly convinced this business is not for me. Don't get me wrong; I LOVE and believe in the products, and I find customers here and there but seem to fail at finding distributors who will last long enough to make this worth my while. If I could just consist…

column · March 2024

TNMM March 2024 "Ask Uncle Russ"

I "shut down" when I think a conversation is going well with a prospect, and suddenly they'll ask: "Is this network marketing/a pyramid scheme?" I immediately feel defensive. What do you do or say?

feature · June 2024

RETENTION or "Once Ya Got'em - Howdya Keep'em?

One of my most endearing coaches and mentors, a man named Jim Dulock, happened to be the first person I ever met who earned more than $400,000 in one month from his network marketing organization.

column · July 2024

TNMM July 2024 "Ask Uncle Russ"

In your opinion what are the best "types" of products that lend themselves to Network marketing distribution?

feature · July 2024

The Power of Teambuilding a 1993 Classic

"What Do I Say To Someone To Get _____?" (An Opinion) by RussDeVan Ah yes; "The Holy Grail" of answers sought by Network marketers and new aspiring sellers and recruiters all over the globe. The blank may be filled in with : "...someone interested in me; a product; or a financial

column · August 2024

TNMM Aug 2024 "Ask Uncle Russ"

"Why am I so scared to make prospecting and/or follow up calls to prospects, and what can I do about it?"

feature · August 2024

Tools For Success

"What Do I Say To Someone To Get _____?" (An Opinion) by RussDeVan Ah yes; "The Holy Grail" of answers sought by Network marketers and new aspiring sellers and recruiters all over the globe. The blank may be filled in with : "...someone interested in me; a product; or a financial

feature · September 2024

The Ultimate Accountability: Being Responsible For Your Own Success

"What Do I Say To Someone To Get _____?" (An Opinion) by RussDeVan Ah yes; "The Holy Grail" of answers sought by Network marketers and new aspiring sellers and recruiters all over the globe. The blank may be filled in with : "...someone interested in me; a product; or a financial

feature · October 2024

Consistency - The Little Brother of Persistence

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column · October 2024

TNMM October 2024 "Ask Uncle Russ"

Russ DeVan Dear Uncle Russ: "Why am I so scared to make prospecting and/or follow up calls to prospects, and what can I do about it?" Timid ____ Clearwater, Florida Dear Timid: [memb_has_membership membership="The Network Marketing Magazine"] It may not help your "call reluctance