Every success story is a journey full of learning experiences, and figuring out how to start a MLM business is no different! In this episode of My Extra Mile, David T. S. Wood interviews Allan & Lari Hilzinger, who, like most network marketing professionals, came to the industry in a roundabout way.   If you want to learn how to start any business successfully, learn how to grow from your mistakes, and hear some tips for starting strong, this episode is a must-hear! You’ll also have access to a powerful exercise to move past your limiting beliefs to invest back in yourself and your dreams!   You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...   A story of moving from multi-career entrepreneurs to MLM experts Focusing on WHY you want to share your business with others Prioritizing what you need to do to achieve your goals Setting goals and doing what’s necessary to reach them Learning how to be ok with “No” and accepting feedback An exercise to help you believe in yourself A look back at what these experts would have done differently How to start a MLM business and identifying your “why”   Do you have a clear enough vision of why you want to get into MLM and can you share that vision with others? Do you love the business? WHY do you love it? Your “why” is unique to your journey and should be the motivation behind everything you do to achieve your goals.   Are you ready to invest in your MLM business full-time or are you planning to devote your time on the side while you continue your other full-time career? Understanding the time that you can invest in your business will allow you to scale your time accordingly and pinpoint the best place to start for your specific circumstance. The balancing act you will have to implement is unique to each MLM, so be ok with where you are and be kind to yourself along the way. The power of a positive mindset   In MLM, you will most likely receive more “No” than “Yes,” which can be incredibly discouraging! But consider it from this perspective instead: “No” may mean “not yet!” When you shift your mindset to focus on the positive and continually nurture the relationship with that person, they may eventually see your success and want a piece of it for themselves!   Additionally, as you grow your business and encounter more MLM experts, accept feedback on your business approach to update and refine your skills. In this industry, it’s a constant cycle of learning and growing as you identify the best and most unique way you can connect with your target audience. David says, “You can’t say the wrong thing to the right person, and you can’t say the right thing to the wrong person,” so try to keep this in mind throughout your interactions.   This exercise can help you believe in yourself: Write down your list of thoughts of everything that could go wrong. Be as drastic as you want! Now ask yourself, “Is it true?” If you answer yes, take it a step further, “Is it REALLY true?” Now consider, “Who am I when I believe it’s true?” “How will I come across to others?” “Who could I be if I didn’t believe this was true?” Then, focus on that shift in your mindset to focus on the positive. A look back at what they would have done differently   What would you tell yourself if you could go back and coach yourself from day one? It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been in your MLM business, or any business for that matter, you inevitably made some mistakes when you first got started.   Here are some starter tips from the experts:   Regularly ask, “What am I focused on?” and “What SHOULD I focus on?” By shifting your mindset, you won’t waste your time on unimportant details and focus on the essential information instead. Start sharing instantly! Don’t wait to start talking about your business. Be open about your journey from day one and ask for support from your contacts along the way.   When it comes to sharing, it can be tempting to want your family and friends to join your business. But, focusing on