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The first Renegade Professional Live Event was held last weekend, and it proved to strengthen everything that has always been special about the Renegade Professional community.
Many who attended the event reported both personal and professional breakthroughs. Connections were made, relationships were formed and personalities were matched with avatars.
“Many Renegades have been in communication almost daily, over the phone or through email for years, and just met for the very first time face to face.”
-Lisa Hanfileti
There were many special moments and features from what will be a weekend not to be forgotten. Here at the Renegade Professional News, we’re going to be delivering many of those moments and features which were recorded in the form of videos and/or pictures over the coming days and weeks.
It seemed important to begin with the interview Didi Alcheva conducted with Mike Klingler first. In this video (featured at the top of this post), Mike breaks down the meaning behind “Global Entrepreneurial Movement,” and makes it clear that if you’re operating in the value model, you too can participate.
No one says it better than Mike, so take four minutes and watch the video now. Then check back later, as we’ll be adding more videos and pictures with Ann Sieg, Ty Tribble, Didi Alcheva, Alicia Bausley and a host of others.
Another thing, I encourage you to join our Renegade Professional News fan page, pictures and videos are also being uploaded there. You’ll also find the latest conversations and quick links.
What Mike Klingler Had to Say About the Renegade Professional Live Event
Rana Burr, Mike Klingler, Marie Leonard in-between sessions at the Live Event.
Mike Klingler summed up his feelings and observations from the Live Event, which communicates the chord that was struck, and the thread everyone seemed to be following throughout the weekend.
Here are Mike’s words,
“I had really high expectations for the event and it far exceeded them.
More than anything I was impressed by the level of sincerity that’s been put into action by the people I met. What I mean by that is while I listened to where people were at and going with their businesses, I felt their authenticity (true selves) communicated… their values are getting aligned with how they earn a living and for me this is the key to a better world.
So I was moved to say the least. We’re seriously looking at doing another live event a lot sooner than I originally figured. This event energized me, inspired me and gave me TONS of new ideas. It sounds like it has done the same for many others and that’s really gratifying to hear!”
-Mike Klingler
Be sure to read the full article that accompanies Mike’s video explaining the Global Entrepreneurial Movement.
Ann Sieg Answers the Question, “What is Happening with the Global Entrepreneurial Movement?”
Be sure to read the full article that accompanies Ann’s video explaining the Global Entrepreneurial Movement.
The Mantle of Leadership Belongs Not to Great Individuals but to People Working Together in Teams
Spotlight on Renegade Professional member Richard Goutal
Mike Klingler’s opening message at the Renegade Professional Event spoke of the importance of providing value. That same day, Ann Sieg’s message spoke of the importance of collaboration.
Richard Goutal was there. He listened closely, and flying home from Portland, started thinking about how collaboration jettisoned groups like the Beatles to success.
Giving Value and Collaboration Works
And those collaborations produced remarkable value! The marriage of those two ideas: Value and Collaboration, is the basis for which true leadership belongs. 
Inspired by what he calls the “hothouse of creative energy” that occurred at the Portland Live Event, Richard has created a fabulous video that demonstrates how big things happen when collaboration leads the way toward value.
Watch the video Richard created below. It’s a great example of HOW to give significant value to the Renegade Professional community and beyond (like the audience you’re trying to attract).
Fantastic work Richard. Looking forward to what you have coming next!
Networking == enables ==> Collaboration == enables ==> Value!
More information about Richard Goutal can be found at http://fitting-the-pieces.com/
What People Are Saying...
I think I am mad. At 72 I am getting the information from you and can not stop reading.. All my life I tried everything and did not succeed in anything. It was a road or roads of struggling. My ideas were GREAT, always in front of everybody else's, but lack of support from my family, my husband, my friends etc. was nil. They thought that what I was talking and suggesting, was pure madness. I was going one step forward and two steps backwards. No support from anywhere, many times being even humiliated. Oh,if I only had the knowledge what you are offering to us now....I am slow using the computer because I am still learning. Marija
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Thanks so much for investing all the time, effort, and expense the Live Event obviously required. I’m excited to think that you are already considering another event. How about on the East Coast this time? Seriously, when I think of how far some of the attendees came, Virginia was literally a short hop. And I believe everybody left Portland richer in knowledge and especially in relationships than when they came. And of course, relationships are the heart of Renegade Professional and Marketing Merge.
God bless you all!
Jerry
Comment by Jerry Graham — January 22, 2010 @ 10:54 am
It was so GREAT to see and meet everyone in person! I really want to thank all of the members of the Marketing Merge team who worked tirelessly to put on this event on. Well done!
Now… when’s the NEXT one?
Peace,
Lisa Hanfileti
“The Lead Conversion Kit”
Comment by Lisa Hanfileti — January 22, 2010 @ 11:18 am
It was not only wonderful to meet everyone, but I resonated on a deeper level with everyone because they were all about value, honesty and integrity.
Our mentors, Ann, Mike, Eric, Didi, Barbara, Patrice exhibit these qualities and like attracts like.
I do believe that there are not too many communities that demonstrate the same values. That’s what makes the Renegade community so special.
I left the event, blessed and grateful, for having had the opportunity to hug each and everyone of them in person.
Comment by Marie Leonard — January 22, 2010 @ 12:46 pm
A huge hip, hip hooray to the Marketing Merge staff. The first annual live event was a tremendous success. It was great to meet everyone in person, the guest speakers were fantastic and the chance to network with Renegades from all over the world is something we’ll all remember for a life time.
Looking forward to hearing the many experiences we all shared in the beautiful city of Portland Oregon. I can imagine everyone’s bubbling with excitement and anticipation to get back to work and put to good use everything we learned over the weekend. So again thank you Marketing Merge for all you’ve done and continue to do for everyone in this community.
Comment by kevin thomas — January 22, 2010 @ 12:52 pm
Wow! What a great weekend, what an experience! Thank you to all the leaders, but also to all of the participants for such an enriching time. The knowledge, the relationships and the atmosphere is just unforgettable. Events like this are always a boost of energy and a breath of fresh air. But this one, unbelievable. The energy which it created, the vision it brought is just so hard to describe. Thank you Marketing Merge team!
Comment by Helena Syptak — January 22, 2010 @ 1:21 pm
I am still coming down from the event. I echo all the comments that have been posted. To all the Marketing Merge Team you not only put on a event you moved me as people. You are real.I saw Attraction Marketing in the flesh you are the product of the product.Now back to work.
Comment by Morris Fisher — January 22, 2010 @ 3:42 pm
A big thank you to Mike and all the staff at Marketing Merge & RenPro!!!
Going along with Mike’s comments of being energized, inspired and getting a bunch of creative ideas are what I took away from the first ‘Live Event’! Hummm!
Live Event! I’d like to comment on that! The atmosphere was alive and the event was incredible! So many aha! moments I can’t recollect or even count them. I loved being with like-minded people of such high quality. Mike and Ann (on a first name basis) set the stage and created an atmosphere that we like to create in our coaching cognition sessions that we call a ’safe place’! In that atmosphere true learning takes place. It becomes like osmosis. It is not only taught but caught! You are continually taking in and getting energized, inspired and infused with creative ideas.
I am still riding this wave of energy and I don’t plan to stop!!!
To all kindred-spirits, keep riding the wave!!!!
Comment by Dee Briggs — January 23, 2010 @ 10:27 am
The true value of the Live Event will not be known for a period of time, but it will be huge. The quality of the presentations, the networking, and seeing the value constantly being added to the program were informative and inspirational. I was impressed with the Marketing Merge team, and want to sent a big shout out to Lindsay and the rest of the team for a job well done!
Comment by Arne Bush — January 23, 2010 @ 2:00 pm
The Live Event felt like a class reunion even though we were meeting face to face for the first time. Ann, Mike, Eric, Didi, Barbara, Patrice, Alicia, Deborah and Lee Ann are just as warm, caring and genuine in person as they are online. The value the weekend brought to those in attendance was incredible and far reaching. It’s exciting to think about the multitude of ways the wealth of information that was shared will be implemented. Alliances, collaborations and friendships were made, ideas were shared, insights were revealed, questions were answered and creative juices were flowing.
Thank you, again, to the Renegade team and all the incredible guest speakers who so generously gave of themselves. I would encourage anyone that couldn’t make it this year to start saving for next year. It could be life changing. It really was a fun and enriching experience.
We’re a GREAT group of people!
Comment by Charlene Herman — January 23, 2010 @ 7:20 pm
I would’ve loved to have been at this live event – it was a bit too far away for me to travel at this time of year. It’s great to read all your comments about what you got out of it, and Mike and Didi’s video discussing why more and more people are becoming entrepreneurs and are using the internet.
Comment by Julieanne van Zyl — January 23, 2010 @ 8:19 pm
Thank you so much to all the mentors who provided value, integrity and friendship. I really felt like a member of a family. What a blessing to meet people who are successful, so willing to help and share their knowledge, a rare commodity in this “dog eat dog world”. I am also grateful for opportunity to have met and colloborated with some individuals during and after the event, and hope to form lasting relationships. It was truly an enriching experience.
Comment by Marva Watkins — January 24, 2010 @ 8:14 am
This was the first event of this type I have ever attended but not the last. I highly recommended to anyone serious about enriching their business and personal life to attend at least one a year. Getting involved with this Renegade community surpassed my already high expectations and took me to a higher lever of commitment. From all the comments I have seen in social media, blogs and this newsletter it provides proof I am not alone in my feelings. To our continued success!
Comment by Bonnie Smith Silvia — January 24, 2010 @ 2:23 pm
Hey Everyone,
Mike summed up well when he said,
“I was moved to say the least. We’re seriously looking at doing another live event a lot sooner than I originally figured. This event energized me, inspired me and gave me TONS of new ideas. It sounds like it has done the same for many others and that’s really gratifying to hear!”
I can’t wait to watch the live event recording and build on it all. So much good “stuff” came out of the weekend.
Comment by ericwalker — January 24, 2010 @ 10:56 pm
Being at the live event was amazing.
It did feel like a reunion. There was continual buzz as people did their best to connect with everyone/anyone they had opportunity to. Snippets of conversation happened continuously between sessions.
It was notable, that everyone was in their seats and ears perked for each session. The event was value packed. As always, Renegade Pro over-delivered.
Now, to take that energy, knowledge and resources and continue implementing.
Comment by Pat Campbell — January 25, 2010 @ 7:55 am
I do want to thank Mike, Didi, Eric, Lindsay, Barbara, Deborah, LeeAnn, Ann, Lisa and team and likely a multitude of others for their great gift of putting this event together.
Live Event is a great name for these gatherings! It is a good connotation of culminating cyber relationships in personal contact!
I look forward to the next one.
Comment by Pat Campbell — January 25, 2010 @ 8:56 am
Mike indicated that he was impressed by the “sincerity” and “authenticity” of the people that attended, and how”their values are getting aligned with how they earn a living.” It was true from the attendee side too – it was good for me to observe attitudes and behaviors of the organizers of this event and to see the sincerity and authenticity there as well. After listening to their instruction (Ann’s books and conference calls, Mike’s many tutorials) it was good to see that as people, they practice what they preach.
Comment by Richard — January 25, 2010 @ 12:06 pm
Hi Mike, DiDi and Eric!
What an awesome video! I love’s Mike’s desire to consistently remind us of the realities facing not just us on a personal level but our country and the world as a whole. I respect leaders who are aware of what’s going on around us… love that he said “We can’t sustain an economy by printing more money…” Yes, internet marketing creates amazing opportunities and leverage making the world a much smaller place, creating possibilities everywhere!
Fortunately enough, I sensed this feeling of taking part in this Global Entrepreneurial Movement about 2 years ago and after investing thousands of dollars, countless hours and long learning curves, I feel so empowered and confident to contribute knowledge, skills and resources to enable entrepreneurs with families depending on them to effectively participate in this movement…
Thanks for this video!
All The Best to All of You At MM and RPRo!
Emma
BTW – I love Mike’s new “look” – LOL 
Comment by Emma Tiebens — January 26, 2010 @ 1:55 pm
Fantastic!
Thanks to Mike and Ann and all the team members and everyone that made the 1st Live Event possible … and memorable.
The speakers were truly inspirational. No question they delivered valuable ideas – that we’re all scrambling to implement right now.
But the best part was meeting everyone face-to-face. Old friends and new friends, meeting and interacting, sharing and collaborating – it was great.
The next event can’t come soon enough!
Michael Wilson
Comment by Michael Wilson — January 26, 2010 @ 2:04 pm
Wish I could have attended the event – looking forward to being there next year! We are at the beginning of a big shift in how business is conducted, world wide. Learn what Mike, Ann, Didi, and others are teaching and we will be at the front of this wave of change, creating a new e-conomy.
Comment by David K. Enders, D.C. — January 26, 2010 @ 2:17 pm
Dear Renegade Team,
I just want to thank you all for the wonderful experience that I had at the Live Event.
I commend you for all the thought and work that you put into creating this fantastic event.
When I decided to attend this event back in the fall, I named this my Great Adventure and it truly was that.
I have attended other conferences and never have I felt so welcomed and at home.
Every one of the team members made every effort to connect and answer questions .Your ready availability and giving spirit was amazing.
Michael Dell says that in order to succeed on line, you must have Content, Commerce and Community.
Renegade’s practice of value added, collaboration and a giving community were very evident to all those who attended.
Your continuing plans for growth in 2010 are exciting and show that as you grow, so do we.
Renegade is a community where we live not for a short time but for a very long time. The people we meet become our friends and business partners.
As we develop the skills as online marketers, we are also developing a Renegade mindset.That we will work in an atmosphere that reflects the spirit of generosity, integrity, loyalty and respect.
I am looking forward to our next Live Event.
Warmest Regards,
Pam
Comment by Pam McKeen — January 26, 2010 @ 2:41 pm
Mike hit the nail on the head.
The global entrepreneurial movement is happening NOW. Who will jump on the train is largely determined by those that conquer their fear of losing their “secure” job, and step out of their comfort zone to create something truly big.
Comment by Patrick Howard — January 26, 2010 @ 2:42 pm
I believe that reverberation from the event will continue for a long time to come. Like the circles continuing outwards from a stone dropped into the water…the message and powerful connections from the RenPro Live event are already impacting people in a manner that signals just the beginning.
The Global Entrepreneurial Movement is evidenced in many places…and expanding every day. In my frame of reference, the 21st century paradigm is a cognitive and behavioral shift from the that of the 20th century (which was formed by the industrial revolution, years before). We are transitional generation. I predict that our children will live their lives and create their income in a very different manner than our parents…by collaboration, insight, and independent entrepreneurial projects that relate back to a community wide method.
Wow.!
Peace and Abundance,
Deborah Tutnauer
Comment by Deborah Tutnauer, LCSW — January 26, 2010 @ 2:49 pm
I LOVED meeting everyone at the Live Event. There were so many great ideas that came from the event that I am implementing into mt business. 2010 is going to be a great year and this was the best way to get it started!
Thanks
Dotty
Comment by Dotty — January 26, 2010 @ 2:50 pm
We are seeing a movement away from corporatism toward small businesses. A hundred years ago, most people worked for themselves. Hopefully we will see a significant number working for themselves in the near future.
Comment by Alex Horton — January 26, 2010 @ 2:58 pm
@Dr. David Enders,
Live Event recording will be available soon. The production was first class. Should be pretty awesome.
Comment by ericwalker — January 26, 2010 @ 3:08 pm
Greetings fellow Renegades!
I just want to say that everybody’s comments pretty much sum up what I felt, experienced, and gained from the live event.
There is no replacement for in-person human interaction. In terms of the Renegade teachings, a live interaction cements a quicker understanding of concepts, ideas, and actions to take.
I want to make a prediction: I think that this type of entrepreneurial live event will draw crowds in the 10’s of thousands in the coming years (I’m thinking about another 5-10 years or so).
Here we are, the fortunate ones at the very cusp of an unfolding revolution!
I look forward to seeing you all at future live events!
Take care,
Patrick
Comment by Patrick Williamson — January 26, 2010 @ 3:45 pm
One of the best events I have attended. Such inspiring people. Mike, Didi, Ann, Patrice have truly given me to market on the internet. What inpressed me the most was the age group of some people who are having some very great success. It just goes to show that it is never too late to learn and apply. And Didi , thanks again for showing us how to work smart and instead of working hard.
Thank you all.
Megs
Comment by Megs Padiachy — January 26, 2010 @ 3:53 pm
I see that I have no face. Maybe I can fix that…
Comment by Patrick Williamson — January 26, 2010 @ 3:59 pm
testing…
Comment by Patrick Williamson — January 26, 2010 @ 4:07 pm
@Patrick Williamson
Hey bro, check out this URL –> http://marketingtraditionalbusinesses.com/gravatar-you-need-one/
There is a nice tutorial about how to get set up with a gravatar so your blog comments have your handsome mug near it.
Great meeting you last weekend Patrick.
Comment by ericwalker — January 26, 2010 @ 4:14 pm
WOW! My heart and head both are still full from all that I received from the Live Event!! One thing I can say about this special group of Entrepreneurs: our hearts as well as our heads were in unity throughout the conference. We are all learning how to build businesses that are value-based and constructed on a sure foundation filled with integrity and a commitment to excellence. Mike and Ann have led the way and have served us very well through their examples. The conference exceeded all my expectations and I am looking forward to attending the next one. I consider myself very blessed to be a true Renegade!
Comment by Lori Willmann — January 26, 2010 @ 4:19 pm
Thanks for the help Eric.
My gravatar seems to be working properly on the RBMP blog, but not on the RPro blog or here. I’m not sure why that is. I’ll set it up again to see what happens.
It was so great meeting you and everybody else at Marketing Merge, Eric. I look forward to it again in the not-too-distant future!
Comment by Patrick Williamson — January 26, 2010 @ 4:30 pm
I don’t know if I will ever come down from the live event. The relationship building that occurred there was incomparable to anything I have ever experienced before in my 39 years. We’re talking life-long bonds here. But way beyond that was the incredible breakthrough that I made in my business that perfectly aligned it with my passion. Not only do I have a more meaningful course ahead of me, but I also feel empowered to take massive action on my short, middle, and long term goals. And it was all because I attended the live event.
Comment by Rana Burr — January 26, 2010 @ 5:24 pm
MY head is more clear now. The ideas that I got from the live event are awesome I have been in contact with many of the people that I met they are no longer pictures they are people that are friends. Due to Mike and Ann’s vision where would we be. Yes we are on the cusp of a sea change. So lets crush it.
Comment by Morris Fisher — January 26, 2010 @ 5:27 pm
What a great privilege to get to hug the people that I have known for so long through their blog post, forum discussions and websites. Finally I saw living, breathing gravatars in real scale!
Thank you to Eric, Didi, Mike, Ann and everyone who worked so hard to make it possible.
I had a great time and will plan to join you when the next one comes along!
Julia
Comment by Julia Rymut — January 26, 2010 @ 5:35 pm
In case any of you want to read the full text version that accompanies the videos that Didi has published in her interview with Ann Sieg and Mike Klingler, find them at these URL locations within the RPro News blog here.
http://www.renegadeprofessionalnews.com/mike-klingler-business-field-genera.html
http://www.renegadeprofessionalnews.com/what-ann-sieg-says-about-the-entrepreneurial-movement-video.html
For future reference, you can very easily find additional content here at the RPro News blog simply by finding the section called CATEGORIES to the right hand side bar. If, for example, you click on the link that says, MIKE KLINGLER under categories, you’ll find all the content that he’s either created, or that pertains to him in some direct way or another.
Enjoy! TONS more free content in the pipeline.
And don’t forget that you can send people here with your affiliate ID, so for example if you tweeted something or sent someone via Facebook, or even anchor text it, you can use your affiliate ID. For example, it would look like this: http://username.RenegadeProfessionalNews.com
When using your affiliate ID in your tweets or Facebook, I recommend using a URL shortening service where you can also track the number of clicks. I have just started to use http://tr.im/ and find it helpful in many ways.
Comment by ericwalker — January 26, 2010 @ 6:07 pm
I was unable to make the live event and appreciate all the videos I have seen from it. They have been great value to see all that was learned there. People are realizing that it is not the government that is going to get us out of this. We, the entrepreneur, are the ones to get this country back up again.
I look forward to more videos from this event.
Jenn
Comment by Jenn — January 26, 2010 @ 6:12 pm
Mike & Ann, It was quite an exciting experience to meet you face to face. This is not always tranferred over the internet even with videos. I am so glad I could be a part of the Live Event. There was an increased level of confidence by many people as they told each other their challenges and solutions. There was a major buzz of ideas exchanged during the entire weekend. I have been in the background in my studies and education of RP and RBT. Now I am more out-front and open to discuss my directions, ideas and problems. Thank you!
Comment by Tom Lawrence — January 26, 2010 @ 9:40 pm
Thank you for this great video. It’s nice to know that we are in the right place at the right time. I was not able to get to the live event but will be looking forward to the next one.
Keep up the great work.
Matt
Comment by Matt — January 27, 2010 @ 3:07 am
It’s so wonderful to be able to read all your comments and feel the excitement and warmth jumping from the pages. A heartfelt thanks to you all for your comments in helping those of us who could not attend feel part of this memorable event. Thanks also to our great team for organising the event and now for the marvellous follow up videos. I am proud to be part of the Global Entrepreneurs and the paradigm shift that is happening.
Comment by Judith Atkinson — January 27, 2010 @ 4:32 am
Mike, Ann, Didi, Patrice, Eric and Barbara are masterminds. To think that 9 months ago, I didn’t have any idea how powerful social media was in connecting with such an awesome group of busines builders. With my trainings in Renegade Professional, Coaching Cognition training and connecting with new friends from Facebook, Twitter and Youtube were just the beginning. It wasn’t until I flew from NC to OR to meet my online friends in person that it clicked. I came home motivated and ready to build my home business knowing I had a lot of support from the Renegade community. I suggest that anyone seeking ideas for a home based business, sign up and receive the Renegade Professional News. It will change your life.
Comment by Cindy Murphy — January 27, 2010 @ 4:56 am
We have been following Mike and Anne’s work through the daily emails for sometime. The reason I am writing is to ask for feedback below.
JOBz is a reality TV series in the latter stages of development. http://www.jobztv.com. ELEVATOR PITCH: JOBz takes 10 unemployed candidates and in a 30 day intensive boot camp we remake, retool, retrain, reinvent them to re-enter the workforce. The show is empowering and not a race to the bottom. There are 9 on-hand nationally recognized coaches drawn from a variety of practical and success building disciplines teaching the Candidates and the TV audience valuable skill sets (Web 2.0 based) that are in and outside the box in order to create successful results.
JOBz was part of the Global Entrepreneurial Week this past November. We are aware of its mission and endorse it.
It sounds like all of you who attended the recent events in Oregon benefited immensely from the experience. So as one of the producers of JOBz I would be greatly interested in how you think we might fit into JOBz what you learned about this predicted trend of 40% of people being independent contractors by 2019. That is a welcome and meaningful statistical change. It is something which we need to pay attention to in our show. It’s exciting and I welcome comments from you here or directly at jobzrealitytv@gmail.com. Thank you.
Comment by JT-Producer JOBz — January 27, 2010 @ 5:12 am
Hey Great video Ann agree with the great shift towards home base business, the swing away from corporation jobs is so needed with so many children attending Day care centers here in Australia because Mum and Dad both needed to work, swing towards Home base business will allow more Mums the great opportunity to stay at home with there children as well as run there own business, fantastic l say !
Comment by Brian Baulch — January 27, 2010 @ 5:55 am
The power of the live event will be felt for a long time to come, the connections made will last much longer and the value created by those connections is forever.
Thank you to Ann, Mike, Eric, Didi and everyone who worked so hard to create such a wonderful and inspiring event.
Tom
Comment by Tom Renfro — January 27, 2010 @ 8:59 am
Our 1st RenPro event was excellent.
It was great to meet, in person ,many of our RenPro
group members I felt I already knew via Marketing Merge,and Coaching Cognition. It was equally great to meet and connect with new people. There is such an openess,willingness to help,and share among our entreprenural group.
History has proven that just a small nuculeous of committed leaders can change the course of events and influence a nation. It is an honor and a priviledge to be part of a group of people who’s
values,integrity,honor and commitments are aligned with things I hold dear. May we lead the way to reclaim the values that made our nation strong and great,with the entreprenueral,pioneering ethos of our American founding fathers. Great leaders are sacrificial ,givers and servers, no matter what country we are from. These values were repeadedly expressed and demonstrated throughout our live event weekend by not only our fantastic team leaders, but those of us attending…wow …freedom to become the very best of who we were designed to be,learning skills to enable us to pass the baton to others.
Comment by bettyframe — January 27, 2010 @ 9:00 am
What an event! I would not trade $10,000 for the experience. The dynamics of a live event – actually connecting with all of the people we’ve met online – and having the opportunity to see the depth of character that the leaders in this movement possess – it was a fabulous experience. Thanks to all who made it possible!
Comment by Lisa Trost — January 27, 2010 @ 10:51 am
Appreciate the excellent input from Ann about the shift towards home based business. I’ve developed a full time career in Network Marketing and worked from home now for over thirteen years and really appreciate the support from leaders like Ann and all of her crew who encourage us to be the catalyst in helping more and more people to move forward into the ‘B’ quadrant!
Sue Seward
Entrepreneur
Comment by Sue Seward — January 27, 2010 @ 10:52 am
Hi Renegade Team,
I was unable to get to the live event this year but you can bet that I will be looking forward to being at the next one.
I want to thank all of you for these great videos. They have shown me the value of all that was learned there and what wonderful people are part of the Renegade family. It’s a fantastic feeling to know that we are in the right place at the right time.
As Mike said in the video, people are realizing that it is not the state or federal government that is going to get us out of this mess that our country is in. It is us, the entrepreneurs that are the ones to get this country back on a strong financial foundation again.
I hope to see more great videos from this event.
Keep up the great work, and thanks again for all your efforts.
Frank
Comment by Frank McFadden — January 27, 2010 @ 11:47 am
Testing gravatar image. Sorry for cluttering the comments section!
Comment by Patrick Williamson — January 27, 2010 @ 2:57 pm
I was so honored to have had Ann sitting at my right elbow and Mike next to her at the Friday night dinner. What a great experience then and the whole weekend of the Live Event. I have been so busy since arriving back home, working to finish our JV Blog, getting my SBI site up, reading through my notes from the presenters, which were wonderful, and getting ready to start my PBN training with Patrice. I am pumped and ready to go.
Thank you everyone who put the Event together, you did a wonderful job.
Joan
Comment by Joan Bail — January 27, 2010 @ 4:05 pm
Thanks Mike, Ann, and the Marketing Merge staff for hosting this excellent event. Although I wasn’t able to attend, I appreciate the confirmation you’re giving me and other entrepreneurs that we are on the right path by choosing to learn the attraction marketing skills Renegade Professional/Renegade University are teaching us.
Keep up the excellent work you’re doing!
Comment by Eunice Reyes — January 27, 2010 @ 4:19 pm
I love what you folks are doing. Sorry I wasn’t in Portland for the event. You are absolutely correct — Network Marketing is where smart people will be employed in the near future. Most haven’t realized the old economy is not coming back. We need to get busy helping them make that shift.
Keep up the pioneering work to bring MLM into the mainstream consciousness!
Comment by Paul Kemp — January 27, 2010 @ 4:29 pm
beautiful Patrick.
Comment by ericwalker — January 27, 2010 @ 4:36 pm
Hi Eunice,
So glad to see you here participating at the News. You’ve been asking great questions and if you need anymore guidance, you know how to reach me.
-Eric Walker
Comment by ericwalker — January 27, 2010 @ 4:37 pm
It’s so true..the shift to indiviual and separate home economies is here. It is already evident in pockets of society, in that, the masses of employed people… those who have suffered the wrath of downsizing, and outsizing, are turning to creating their own economic amd financial entities from home. The resultant of this recession and all of its collatoral damage is showing an emergence of people who are poised to capture a spirit of success within a community of like minded and cohesive business people. It is exciting to be part of that, whilst learning how to nurture a successful and independent group of business owners. Many thanks to Ann, and her entire team and staff of hard working and caring people, who are making this journey to our success, a fun and fulfilling one.
Comment by Myron Haluschak — January 27, 2010 @ 4:55 pm
Thank you for a fabulous event. The law of attraction was a confirmation for me. Mike Klingler was the first staff member I met with Marketing Merge. He attracted Didi, Ann, Eric, Patrice, and Barbara. They each are unique and yet similar. All have heart, they are human, and especially they all have integrity. So much went into the planning stages and it ran so smoothly. It was great to meet so many wonderful people who also have the willingness to give. I am honored to be a part of this community and I look forward to contributing more in the months ahead.
Comment by Lanette Passarelli — January 27, 2010 @ 10:01 pm
I’m back in New Zealand now, and believe me, the Live Event was well worth the long haul trip!
I am still buzzing from the Live Event weekend, the chance for me to grow personally by being challenged by Ann, as well meeting online friends in person and making so many new ones in a short time.
We are truly one large family of like minded soul-siblings!
Thank you everyone who made the Live Event memorable for me and everyone else, including the hard working behind-the-scenes team (Lindsay, Deborah, etc), Mike and Ann, all the other presenters, my Writing Group members, and the Renegades who I shared laughter, hugs and great conversations with, not to mention many great meals. BTW Mothers is definitely THE place to eat in Portland!
So, where in the world ARE we all going to meet next?
Deb Donnell
Comment by Deb Donnell — January 29, 2010 @ 1:31 am
Oh yeah, Eric, I got to go to Powells “City of Books” for a very short time… I think it was the only “sight” I saw in Portland beyond the Marriott and Mothers Bistro, lol. Talk about overwhelm! What a place
Deb
Comment by Deb Donnell — January 29, 2010 @ 1:34 am
@Deb,
I LOVE Powells. I like Mothers too. Powells is a regular stop for me – better than the library.
Comment by ericwalker — January 30, 2010 @ 12:43 pm
@Eric
So I guess I DID see all the sights of Portland then!
Comment by Deb Donnell — January 30, 2010 @ 5:53 pm
@Deb Donnell,
No, there is a lot more to see. But book lovers all agree, that once you get inside Powells, you need a full day (along with the great tasting coffee).
You have to get yourself to Vancouver, B.C. Keep us posted of how that goes.
Comment by ericwalker — January 31, 2010 @ 3:45 pm
I Will have to come back again when my course load lets up – nonetheless I am taking your RSS feed so I can read your site offline. Thanks.
Comment by Gidget Cooper — February 2, 2010 @ 2:13 am
Hi, Ann. I am presently studying Robert Kiyosaki as we speak! I have read, ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’, and ‘Rich Dad’s Cash-flow Quadrant’, I am just finishing up, ‘Rich Dad’s Conspiracy Of The Rich’. As well, I have welcomed Loral Langemeier into my library. I am so pumped from the lessons of Robert Kiyosaki. Watching your video has confirmed that I am on the right path. Thank you Ann, thank you Diyana.
Comment by Derek Fobert — February 3, 2010 @ 12:45 am
I wish I could have attended the live event. I would have love the interaction with others. I can tell by all the other commenst the event was a success. I believe you can get as much talking to other internet marketers sitting beside you and dinning together.
Comment by Bill Lawrence — February 6, 2010 @ 3:28 am
I read your briefs /contributuions with great interest. It was clear that the attendees to the -Renegade Professional Event were enthused and enriched with – the new information they learned and shared with each other by networking and energy within.
Well done to all of you.
Anthony Madume
Founder & Enterprise Leader
African Business Forum Merseyside (England, UK)
…Attitude Is Everything………..
Comment by Anthony Madume — February 6, 2010 @ 4:44 am
@Bill Lawrence,
you wrote, “I believe you can get as much talking to other internet marketers sitting beside you and dinning together.”
That is absolutely correct!
Comment by ericwalker — February 6, 2010 @ 5:34 am
As I watched Richard Goutal’s video on collaboration, I am smitten.
The video totally captivated me with the great music.
The video gives a wonderful historical overview of how collaboration influences culture, technology; brings political parties together for change.
Collaboration opens up infinite opportunities as ideas, energy, resources are pooled to create a positive ripple effect that has far more reaching potential than imagined.
Richard, your work is superb.
Comment by Pat Campbell — February 6, 2010 @ 9:38 am
This is the BEST piece of content (video, article or blog) I have ever seen on the subject of networking, attraction, and building relationships on and off line. I was not able to attend the live event :>( – but plan to be there next year!
Comment by David Enders, D.C. — February 6, 2010 @ 12:00 pm
Hey everyony,
I didn’t attend in this inspiring event,
but what i have to say that in this time
of recession,iwhen you want to get more leads
and pprospect, you have to give more value and content.
there is some oportunity, because althouge this recession, people has needs in there lives,and so
there is the way to make attractio marketing.
Lea Sedan.
Comment by lea sedan — February 6, 2010 @ 1:09 pm
@David Enders, D.C.
I totally agree with you. That’s why we’re sharing it here. Richard has a Part 2 and 3 coming soon. You might want to consider networking with him. Would like to see the boomer crowd within Renegade Pro Community start banding together in a big way — it’s very possible! I’ll probably help this cause, but would like to see others get some momentum going. Thanks David.
Comment by ericwalker — February 6, 2010 @ 1:15 pm
Great job @Richard Goutal.
Alright RPro Community, let’s get behind this message.
More on that coming soon… I think I hear a webinar coming…
We’ll keep you posted.
Comment by ericwalker — February 6, 2010 @ 1:17 pm
I thank you too Richard for your Vol 1 video, and look forward to seeing others soon.
Congratulations!
Comment by Richard Vidlak — February 6, 2010 @ 4:27 pm
Great job on the video! Clear, clean and to the point. Too often people, myself included, put out material that has so much information that it is hard to keep it all straight! Richard cut right to the chase, and stayed on point through the whole video. I’m looking forward to part 2.
Garrick
Comment by Garrick Kruse — February 6, 2010 @ 5:15 pm
Wow! Such a wonderfully simple, easy-to-understand video. Richard, you explain it so well. Your video creation skills are impressive, and your message is an empowering one that we all can take to heart. I am sure that many of us have already created some strategic partnerships. I already see quite a few opportunities on the horizon. Thanks so much, Ann, Mike, Didi, Eric, Patrice, Barbara, and everyone associated with the Renegade Professional Community. And, Richard, keep the content-rich videos coming.
Comment by Angela Arnold — February 6, 2010 @ 6:52 pm
Wonderful, nice, and inspiring video. Man, I needed that. I am at the orientation level with Professional; however, Richard’s video was on time and moving. From Mike and Ann and ther other professionals, I am leaning the value of developing relationships and providing solution to my market, and Richard’s video reminded that collaboration and partnering is key to really building a hugh opportunity to service my market, and earn an income.
Comment by Gilbert James — February 6, 2010 @ 8:27 pm
Hi All! I am hard at work trying to implement what I am being taught at the Coaching Cognition Classes. I must say that attending the “Live Event” has changed my prespective on, well…everything!!! I remember when I first signed up for the event I constantly wondered if I had done something irresponsible, afterall I haven’t reached the success I had hoped for yet and my bills were going to continue no matter what!
Well I just want to say that it was well worth every penny that I spent and every mile that I traveled. Some things you just can’t put a pricetag on. I know that the live event and all of the speakers it provided, along with all of the other guest, will prove to be some of the most valuable training money could buy.
Mike Klingler laid it out for everyone to see, colaboration must take place if you want your business to thrive and grow. It is difficult to be an expert in all areas of your business model or areas you can associate with your business. That is why it is so important to collaborate with others…whether it is a JV partner or a number of leaders in different areas that can relate to each other. Besides, lets face it, a one man show can only take you so far. And even with a one man show, there is always others in the background doing their part!!!
What was my take away from Portland? At one time everyone that was on that stage was in my seat! Through dedication, determination, and never giving up they made it and so will I!
To All Of Our Success,
Sherry Prince
Comment by Sherry Prince — February 6, 2010 @ 9:31 pm
@Sherry Prince,
That is a phenomenal outlook. What a take away! You hit the nail on the head. If I could offer you anything more than what you just said, I’d have to say, keep faith in that! Seriously, write down what you just typed, put it somewhere where you’ll see it. Keep going strong toward your goals. With that understanding of business, you’ll get it.
Comment by ericwalker — February 6, 2010 @ 11:34 pm
@Gilbert James,
Exactly. I just want to tell you that being at the “orientation” level with Professional is a great place to be. I encourage you to aggressively network with your fellow Renegade Professional, and seek to find your strengths while finding others who are strong in the areas you’re weak.
If you have more questions, find our “Renegade Professional News” page at Facebook. There is a DISCUSSION tab where we answer questions and have conversation. You can also leave comments here and we’ll reply.
Thanks Gilbert.
Comment by ericwalker — February 6, 2010 @ 11:37 pm
@Angela Arnold,
You’re one of us too. We love you. Thanks for being here.
Comment by ericwalker — February 6, 2010 @ 11:38 pm
@Garrick Kruse and Richard Vidlak,
Oh I know! Richard Goutal has a gift. He’s a “chart man.” In fact, I recall somewhere him telling me that his family calls him “Richarto” because he’s handy with creating graphic organizers and charts.
Go Richard Goutal!
Comment by ericwalker — February 6, 2010 @ 11:40 pm
You hit the nail on the head because most people look for jobs.When they could put a little time into themselves and possible gain better income and freedom.
Comment by Larry — February 8, 2010 @ 4:37 am
Richard, you are a good speaker. You project an air of wisdom and authority.
Comment by Alex Horton — February 8, 2010 @ 9:21 am