Joy Marino

YOU... You Are Great!

2012-02-11T14:54:00.001-08:00

I just saw this video for the first time and HAD to share it!

Enjoy!!!

SMILE!

Joy

Just Another Manic Monday

2012-02-06T10:05:00.000-08:00

Just Another Manic Monday at the Marino House

Just wanted to put together a quick blog post before I start my Monday morning routine.
See, on Mondays, after having 2 days off things can get a bit "manic" around here.

Back to:
Son off to bus at 7:15 a.m.
Drive girls to school at 9:00 a.m.
Convincing our youngest son he needs to eat lunch before he goes to his bus stop at 12:45pm.

Then, I get a short "break" where I go to my client's home and walk their dog Sara. I sincerely enjoy this time, as I am able to have a chat with God and enjoy the sun and the exercise. Sara doesn't mind and the neighbors think I am talking to her, so it works out wonderfully.

Around 1:45 I may be stopping at the store for a few things before I head home and let me own dog out to do his business and have some lunch.

Before you know it, the second shift happens.

At 2:30 oldest son walks in from school (middle school).
At 3:30 we go and pick up the three youngest from elementary school.

And, it's all downhill from there *LOL*

Homework
Dinner
Dessert
Bedtime...

PHEW!

At bedtime, is MY time. And tonight, I am going to be on a webinar that I wanted to share with you.

Of course, you don't need to come, but if you do, I think you are going to benefit greatly. See whether you have an on-line business, off-line business, are in sales or whatever you do professionally, there is something about tonight's webinar that is going to really knock your socks off!

At 8pm Eastern, tonight, the King Daegan Smith is going to be doing a webinar called "The Fine Art of Email Story Telling (or Selling). It is going to be a packed event that even the biggest in the Network Marketing Industry are going to be attending.

Why?

Because no matter what your business....

Facts tell..STORIES SELL!

Last night was Super Bowl Sunday (congrats NY Giants!) and believe me, anything a NY Giants player touches right now is going to SELL. Why? Because of their story...PERIOD.

And, the stories people tell today are going to be very interesting, depending on if they are a Giants fan or a Patriots fan. People LOVE stories. And, when you know how to craft a story, have an audience that is listening, you can make money over and over again.

Daegan is going to teach that TONIGHT and with a 6 or 7 figure income, a subscriber list of about 100,000 people, you can bet he knows what he is talking about.

So, anyway, back to my MANIC MONDAY happenings!

Have an amazing day!

Joy Marino

PS: I do that all the time. I even send emails without an attachment (have you ever done that?) Anyways, here is the link you need to register. Be sure to watch the video first so you see what I mean about Daegan and he is going to show you how this guy Bryan implemented Daegan's strategies in a test email. He sent one email with no story and had 3 sales that equaled around $600. Then he did the same thing WITH a story (in the same day) and made something like 18 sales equalling over $2000 (tripled his results)!!!

Go register here now...if there is still room: http://MarinoMarketinGroup.com/stories

Information Overload: It is An Addiction

2012-01-29T11:57:00.000-08:00

Information Overload: It is An Addiction

You take in so much information that you get overloaded, unproductive and everything STOPS.

I have been an “addict” of information for quite some time. I subscribe to people’s email lists, I read their blogs, and I follow them on social networks. I try to absorb as much as I can...

I implement what they tell me, yet I fail to get the results they get.

I just want to be a success.

I want to be a “rock-star”

I chase after them hoping to glean something, anything, that will help me figure out what I need to do; how to stop doing what isn’t going right.

I crave a solution…

I hunger for results….

And, when things don’t work out the way I hope, I take in more information from similar leaders.

My husband tried to console me one day, as I was in tears, frustrated at the lack of results I was seeing for all of the time and effort I was putting in...

“You’re like a sponge… you absorb so much, but you never let anyone wring you out.”

I thought about this…maybe you can relate?

You take in information, from e-books, webinars, conference calls, social networks…

…you implement as much as you can…

…you see a little activity and feel some HOPE…

…and then everything FLOPS.

You take in MORE information…praying for your “A-HA” moment. Everyone has one, why not you...or me?

Right?

It eludes you.

You unplug, frustrated. You feel like you are spinning your wheels. You unsubscribe from everyone, stay off of Facebook, and delete the e-books and recordings. You can’t do it anymore.

Then, something happens… car repossessed, job loss, bill in the mail...

…or, even something as unique and special as a complete stranger sending you a card saying, “You are special. Never give up.”

That happened to me. A Facebook friend sent me a card out of the blue one day. I didn’t ask how she got my information, all I knew was I cried. I knew that even though I felt like I wasn’t making a difference…

…to one person I did.

And, I re-engaged. I sought out more information.

Still seeking my “A-HA” moment that eluded me.

But, again, I joined a bunch of things that I couldn’t afford. They were all trials, so what harm would it be, right?

Well, the harm was that I was still not getting “it” and I was crushing my confidence.

They say that “It’s not your fault you’re failing in your MLM.” TRUE…

BUT, it is your RESPONSIBILITY.

We all must take account for everything we do. It isn’t my fault that every guru only provides 75% of the needed information. And, it’s not my fault that the overlapping 75% of each guru still doesn’t help me find the missing piece to the puzzle.

It is my responsibility to admit I am struggling. It is my responsibility to seek a coach to help me get that other 25%.

I want to encourage you today…don’t give up.

If you struggle to find the missing piece to your puzzle…GET A COACH.

Find someone who will work with your experience, talents, gifts and abilities to help you propel your business forward. Find someone who is knowledgeable of the industry, the methods by which you work with your business and someone who has a network of contacts and resources to assist you.

Remember, it isn’t your fault…but it is your RESPONSIBILITY.

Break the addiction…save yourself some money and hassle. Invest in changing your life, your business and achieving your goals.

If you need a Business Coach, get in touch with me and I will direct you to someone I trust and respect. MarinoMarketingGroup@gmail.com and put “Business Coach” in the subject line.

I want you to be successful too…

…you deserve it!

Blessings,
Joy Marino

An Email A Day:Is Less Really More?

2012-01-28T14:54:00.000-08:00

I'm sure you've heard the saying...

"An apple a day keeps the doctor away."

I heard something like that today that got my attention...

"An email a day keeps the J.O.B. away." ~Daegan Smith

Seriously?

Daegan Smith is quite an amazing guy. I've been following his work for years, but only recently have tapped in to his training and I am very impressed. I will confess, what impresses me the most is how he is LIVE and really communicates with people who reach out to him.

Anyway, Daegan debunked a few email auto-responder myths for me today and I wanted to talk about that with you...in case you don't get his info...but you should ;)

So, over the years, I've always been advised to send an email every few days over a period of time. For example an email every 3rd day for 2 weeks. The problem that always resounded in the back of my mind was this...

"If a person needs 7 exposures before they buy, doesn't that mean it will take weeks before they do?"

Hmmmmm.....

Well one thing that Daegan shared today is that you should send at LEAST one email a day; preferably two.

WHY?

You build a rapport with your list. People begin to look forward to your emails and miss them when you don't send them.
People are less likely to block you or unsubscribe if they see emails from you regularly.
The people that do unsubscribe---it's a blessing...don't worry about it.
And, to go along with #3, you clean out your list. The people can say "too much" and unsubscribe the very next time you email them, leading to a slow cleansing of your list, regularly.

Of course, Daegan laid this out with screen shots, because he has a list of 90+ thousand, so he showed us how it actually did work better when he emailed daily as opposed to a time when he wasn't emailing daily.

There are two points that need to be understood:

You need to engage your reader and be aware of their needs (why they opted-in) and provide VALUE to them. Otherwise, you can email them once a day or once a week, but they won't read your emails and they WILL unsubscribe. Communicate with them. Share stories and relate to them. Don't always be selling something...but ALWAYS be giving VALUE. (Yes, I had to say that twice).
Fear of scarcity and lack is CRIPPLING...so get beyond it right now. Don't stress over the one that left, instead nurture the one(s) that have stayed. If you don't care for the little you have been given, you will not be given more to care for. ;)

So, go ahead and start emailing that list of yours...RIGHT NOW. Share something you've learned today. Make someone smile with your funny or quirky anecdotes.

If you haven't already plugged in to Daegan, I highly recommend it and I want you to go check out his website right now.

WAIT... before you leave... please subscribe to this blog for updates. You will be getting quite a bit from me.

Blessings,

Joy Marino

How Would Daily Income Change Your Life?

2012-01-27T13:11:00.000-08:00

How Would Daily Income Change Your Life?

People are financially struggling all around me. I know, because I hear their stories and feel their pain. I can empathize with this because I am not working outside of the home and neither is my husband. We've had to learn to live on the $75 a week I make walking a dog. It's tough, especially with 4 children. And, I've tried just about every home business out there. But, it was difficult not only to get my own results, but to also help my team get results.

So, what if you could make daily income? How would that change your life? Even if it was only $20 a day, that is an extra $600 or so, every single month. Wouldn't that help you in some way?? And, what if you could do it without spending any money to get started? You are in PROFIT from the very first commission. What a relief!

So, over the months, I've been looking for ways to help people (and my family) generate an income online. I've looked at ways to accomplish this with little to no start-up cost, but there's always been a bunch of hoops to jump through. Or, hidden costs and fees. Or the worse case was NO back-office, training or support.

I MAKE DAILY INCOME NOW

So, I started with this SYSTEM for no out-of-pocket cost. I had some technical challenges at first, but within 1 hour of having the technical issue resolved, I was IN PROFIT. I didn't do anything magical or mystical and it was extremely simple. There are step-by-step videos to guide you EVERY step of the way.

If you are struggling to make ends meet, if you are looking for a way to fund your primary business, if you just want to have the relief of earning daily income, I have a possible SOLUTION for you.

Blessings,

Joy Marino

A Little Bit About Joy Marino

2012-01-26T08:02:00.000-08:00

What is your story? This is just a part of mine...

My name is Joy Marino and I am a wife and mom of 5 children. I work from home as a marketing advisor. I enjoy helping other people utilize their talents, gifts and abilities to branch out, increase their business volume and achieve their goals.

As a child, growing up, my parents owned a luncheonette. We served food as well as provided products to the local public. I always had my parents around, since they were the only ones running the store and we lived in the apartment above the storefront. Even though they struggled, they were their own bosses and were able to be involved in my life.

As a teenager, my parents ended up leaving the store and getting regular jobs and renting a home. It was definitely a different time for my family and I struggled with many of the issues most families face these days. I was unattended after school and although I had a part-time babysitting job, I often found myself hanging around and doing a bunch of nothing.

As an young adult, I definitely struggled with many challenges. I learned a lot of things, the hard way. I was married, had my first son and divorced---all by the age of 20. While my friends were exploring "life", I was all-grown up already. In some ways, it made sense, because I'd always been a bit "older" than most of my friends. In fact, many of my best friends, growing up, were the adults that frequented my parent's store. So, I matured in many ways sooner than my peers.

Nowadays, I stay at home with our 4 youngest children. I crave the interactions with other adults and often socialize on networks throughout the day. One thing that has always been a passion of mine is helping others. Combine socializing and helping others, network marketing seemed to be the perfect fit for me. However, time and time again, I struggled to get my business(es) off the ground.

I began to grasp the fact that I was looking at NWM from a non-profit standpoint. I was helping people left and right, but never really making money. I was motivated by their successes, but depressed by the lack of my own. I had watched person after person start at the same spot I was in, and in no time, they propelled past me at a blinding speed. I failed to see why it happened for everyone else, but not for me.

The problem, which you may relate to, is lack of focus, discipline and consistency. These 3 elements are how everyone else finds success when I do not. It's like the saying about stopping at the edge of your breakthrough; you work so hard to get there, but give up or give in...right before your life was about to change.

My other problem was that I was a people pleaser. I cared far too much about other people's opinions and I allowed that to keep me just beyond my breakthrough. I would start something...then stop when I thought it might "upset" or "offend" someone else. I was under the impression I need someone to hold me by the hand and direct my every step, giving me praise and approval at every juncture. And, every time I didn't get that, I would turn and walk in another direction, probably a few feet away from my "fortune."

Recently, I decided that I had enough. I had short-changed myself for far too long. I still care enough not to intentionally hurt other people's opinions, give credit when due and be respectful of other people's time. However, I can't expect anyone to hold my hand anymore. I am almost 40 for crying out loud. I've been broke, beaten down and counted out for far too long.

Now, I work for me...for my family. Those that see the value in what I can offer them will show up to learn. Those that want to partner with me in business, will. Those that want their dreams to come true will do what they need to do, in order for it to happen...just like me.

I look forward to hearing your thoughts, your story, your commentary. Just leave me some comment love and share what this article has spoken to you.

Blessings,

Joy Marino

PS: If you are a work at home mom that needs a little marketing help, subscribe to this blog (upper right hand corner) AND go watch this video (CLICK HERE) to see how I have been able to successfully make money online without chasing friends or family AND providing a service that helps people build their primary business!

How to Write A Blog-3 Tips to Find Content

2011-12-19T16:07:00.003-08:00

Not sure where to get good content to write your next blog post?Perhaps you have a topic in mind but need some “meat” to help you write about it.Here are a few places that you can go to get some new information and help you write that next blog post or article. Remember, there are millions of websites out there to help you, and I am only giving you three to get you started.

http://www.empowernetwork.com/jamarino/how-to-write-a-blog-3-tips-to-find-content/

Faith, Hope and Love

2011-12-19T04:17:00.000-08:00

Faith, Hope and Love

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
1 Corinthians 13:13 (NIV)

Faith is the belief in things not seen. You may believe in certain things although you’ve never seen them. It is not a “religious” thing, it is confidence or trust in something without proof.

For example, when you board an airplane, you believe that it will lift up in the air and take you to your desired destination. Yes, you may have worries or fears, but you put your faith in the aircrafts, the pilots and the laws of science. There may be turbulence along the way, your faith may be shaken, but you get to your destination safely. You didn’t need to know how the airplane works, how it can maintain altitude despite its weight and so on. You just need to get on board with a clear decision of where you wanted to go.

Hope is the feeling that gives your spirit life. Hope is something that you can give to yourself and others as well. By tapping in to the internal spirit, you can bring great rewards to your life and to the lives of others. Hope fuels your dreams and creates great vision.

Those without hope fall prey to depression, anxiety and anger. To “have hope” is not to own or possess something tangible; it is an emotion and a mindset that gives perspective to your life’s potential.

Love is more difficult to explain, as it is often confused with emotions such as lust and desire. It is not a physical act, but can influence our actions.

One way I can explain this so that most people can relate is in the love for a child, or the love that a pet may give its owner. It creates the greatest bond between one living being and another.

1Corinthians 13:4-8(NIV):

“4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
5 It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.
7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
8 Love never fails…”

Very few relationships can be truly founded in love. That of a parent and child, husband and wife and even a pet and owner can be examples of such love. Most times love is confused with feelings such as lust or desire, even greed and possessiveness.

John 3:16(NIV):
“For God so loved the world (You and Me-not the planet Earth)
That he gave (sacrificed)
His one and only son (himself incarnate; a piece of himself)
That whoever believes in him (God)
Shall not perish (be dead to God)
But have eternal life (your soul will dwell with God forever)

The greatest gift of all time is Jesus. There is no other display of love that can compare.

Just for a moment, imagine giving your only child to a gang of murderers or thieves, knowing that your child will endure great suffering, but also knowing that the sacrifice will free millions from dying.

How Great is His Love for You?

The scenario I painted above is one that even I could not fathom. I would protect my child with everything I have in me.

We hear stories all the time of great sacrifice and time after time we weep for the lost.

How great is His love for you?

Without faith, there is no confidence or trust.
Without hope, there is no vision for the future.

But without Love, there is nothing at all. He gave his Son, in love, so that we may have everything:

faith, hope and love.

Dog Boots That Stay On

2011-12-17T07:20:00.000-08:00

Dog Boots That Stay On

Dog Boots That Stay On-Comfy Dog Boots by Lori Martin

Dog owners care about their pets; they are part of the family. Many owners are concerned about their dog’s paws in the extreme temperatures. They are challenged to find a way to protect their dog's feet that will keep the paws warm, and yet have a durable, functional boot or “shoe” that STAYS ON!

My friend Lori Martin makes a product that fits the bill! Lori is a work at home Mom and wife and dog owner too! Here's what Lori has to say about why she makes Comfy Dog Boots:

"I love to sew and have been into sewing for many years now. I make all of the dog booties & coats that I sell on my website right here in my home in Greenville Junction, Maine.

I have enjoyed doing business with so many people around the world. It's been a very unique and amazing experience for me! I truly LOVE designing and creating comfortable & durable products for all of my doggie friends.”

Dog Boots That Stay On-Comfy Dog Booties

From Lori Martin’s Website:

“These stylish Comfy Lined Winter Dog Boots & Shoes are made of durable 500 Denier Cordura water resistant material and lined with flannel material with a 3/4" Velcro strap for tight fastening and are sewn with bonded nylon thread. These Comfy Lined Winter Dog Boots come with a non-slip rubber bottom! They are light weight and offer flexibility when your dog is walking in his or her dog boots. DuPont Codura© Plus nylon is tough enough to handle most hardcore activities.
Machine washable and dryer safe.”

Other Products available:

Stylish Cold Weather or Outdoor
Lined Winter Dog Coat & Boot Sets

Stylish Cold Weather or Outdoor
Lined Winter Dog Coats & Parkas

Stylish Warm Weather or Indoor
Cool Cotton Summer Dog Boots & Shoes

Stylish Warm Weather or Indoor
Cool Cotton Summer Dog Coats & Parkas

Stylish Warm Weather or Indoor
Cool Cotton Summer Dog Coat & Boot Sets

Stylish Lace Up with Velcro Dog Boots & Shoes

Stylish High Top Dog Boots & Shoes

See More Pictures and Order HERE: http://comfydogboots.com/index.html

Comfy Dog Boots’ Customer Testimonials:

Cheryl Nolan (West Boylston, MA) wrote: ”Thank you so much for making Lila's booties. They are wonderful! The colors (pink/black) are very fashionable and made of quality material. The fit was perfect. The velcro straps that go around the booties really keep the booties on her paws. She was never able to shake them off. The booties are easy to put on and take off. They dry quickly and protect her paws from water, snow, and salt from the roads. You really have a wonderful product. I will tell other dog owners about these booties!”

Chrysti wrote: “Thanks for your help! You make a wonderful product! I just ripped out the carpet in my 100 year old house and refinished the old hardwoods, and you are saving them from complete destruction from my darling dog. Thank you!”

READ MORE HERE: http://comfydogboots.com/happy_customers.html

Believe me, if you want a quality product, hand-made and durable, order from Lori Martin over at ComfyDog Boots.com. You are sure to be pleased!

ComfyDogBoots-

dog boots that stay on!

Difference Between Marketing and Advertising

2011-12-14T07:55:00.000-08:00

Difference Between Marketing and Advertising

"What is the difference between Marketing and Advertising
?" is an article I wrote back in 2008 and I wanted to feature it here at the Empower Network.

Now, I am by no means a 'guru'. I like to think of myself as more of a 'reporter'. I hear what's going on, I research information and then I tell what I have learned. So, with that being said, I wanted to dive right in to this topic.

Marketing, as told by one of my mentors to me, is: "The art of inspiring and empowering others based on their wants, needs and desires, not your own." When I think of art, my mind visualizes beautiful sculptures, colorful canvases and breath-taking musical compositions. So when I visualize it as an art, I can almost see the transformation of lives.

Marketing is like a dance. You move in patterns, flowing with the music. In order to flow seamlessly, you must have a lead and then a partner. The lead guides their partner in a step-by-step sequence to achieve the essence of the music. It is almost romantic. Of course, it is business-oriented, but there is a rhythm, a pattern, a sequence, to it.

When you begin Marketing for your business, you need to put the focus on other people first. As you focus on other people first, you begin to see what they need. You begin to hear what they are really saying. And, you begin to feel what their dreams mean to them. And, then the dance begins.

Now, take a moment and envision in your mind, a couple, dancing. Next time you watch Dancing With The Stars (for example), watch the way they dance together. Understand the hours of practice it took to get to the point that you are watching them, at that moment. Realize the mistakes that were made during countless rehearsals. Know that you will not always dance well right off the bat, but the more you Market, the better you become at it.

Now, let's move on to Advertising. The majority of us know advertising as commercials, advertisements, billboards, etc. An advertisement is a quick "LOOK HERE NOW" approach to relaying your message to others. I want to keep in alignment with the dancing here, so think of this: Have you ever watched a tap dance competition between two individuals? Tap-tap-tap-tip... goes the first person. Tap-tap-tap-tip-tip goes the second. It is more of a "here it is" type of action. That is what advertising is like.

Now, in order to balance out your marketing efforts, it is actually important to use both Marketing and Advertising for your business. Not everyone feels like doing the "Tango" at that moment you meet them. Perhaps they are more of the 'tap-tap' personality. When you use both methods, you reach a broader audience. You bring more people in to your Marketing Funnel.

What is a Marketing Funnel? Basically, a quick answer is, you bring lots of people to your website, and you market to them. Those that want to 'dance' will stay in the funnel longer. Those that do not, will move on. By having a Marketing Funnel, you are able to build a relationship with those people and get to know more about their wants,needs and desires. And, this usually leads to repeat 'sales' from customers as well. It can also lead to referrals and conversions (Tap-Dancers to Tango Partners).

So, anyway, I hope that I gave you a glimpse as to what the difference between Marketing and Advertising is, and how both are important to your online business. One thing I have been taught is to take one task at a time, get good at it and then move on to adding another. The same applies to advertising and marketing. Start with one method and work at it until you are comfortable enough to move on. This will benefit you in the long run, so there is no need to try to tap dance your way through the Tango. :)

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/1260174

I hope that you will be encouraged today by what you have read here about the

difference between marketing and advertising

. I would love to be a constant source of motivation to you, so please feel free to connect with me.

Tips to Lose Weight Now

2011-12-14T07:21:00.000-08:00

Lose Weight Now with These Tips

Many people make the New Year’s resolution to lose weight now, but wait until January 1st.
Often times that resolution has dissolved within a few short weeks. What one has to do is resolve to a lifestyle change in order to see results long-term.

Most people look at me and think I am “skinny.” Once they find out I have 5 children, then their eyes pop out of their heads and they really say, “no way, you are so skinny!”
Thing is, being skinny doesn’t always mean you are healthy.

And, over the years, I have learned how to ‘hide’ my belly, flabby arms and love-handles. Yet, as 40 approaches, I know deep down that I need to change my lifestyle and get HEALTHY, not just SKINNY. I know that I want to lose weight NOW!

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I watched a video today featuring Mimi Kirk. If you don’t know who she is, she is the “sexiest vegetarian over 50” as honored by PETA. The woman is 72 and looks like she is 42. It is insane. This gave me pause for thought. I don’t think I can go vegetarian or vegan, but perhaps go 85% raw.
One thing she consistently said, and others have too: it is a lifestyle choice.
So is wanting to lose weight!

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This sat with me all morning as I sipped my light & sweet coffee and ate my greasy scrambled eggs. I reflected on my mom…who I resemble in many ways…and considered the health challenges she faces.

I thought about the sore throat I have and the head cold that never went away completely, from 6 weeks ago. And, I knew, I had to make a change; I had to lose weight NOW! And, that’s the hardest part…deciding to make a change. Second hardest part is the following through!

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Over the years, I have studied (and tried) various diets and meal plans. What I want to share with you are some tips that I’ve implemented, to help you

lose weight NOW

. These tips are common in most meal plans and diets and will help you.

Here are some simple steps to help you start to lose weight right now.

1. Increase your water intake to about 100 ounces per 24 hours.

2. Replace snacks in the home with fruits and vegetables (finger food size).

3. Clean out your refrigerator, freezer and cupboard---get rid of anything that is fatty, sugary, artificially enhanced. If it is still fresh, unopened, etc. donate it to a local foodbank so it is not wasted.

4. Gradually replace “bad” foods with good foods. For example replace white potatoes with sweet potatoes. Replace white sugar with a natural sweetner like honey or agave. It takes time to adjust to the flavor, so do it by 25% every few servings. Start with 75% old and 25% new, then 50% of old and new, move to 75% new and 25% old and then 100% new!

5. Shop with a list and stick to it! Don’t ever go to the food store hungry, either. Just make a list of what you need for the week and only buy what is on the list.

6. Become a label-reader. Make sure what you buy is low in sodium and sugars and high in fiber and protein. Keep in mind most packaged food has a lot of preservatives to make it last longer, so the numbers are going to be HIGH.

7. Do not drink “diet” sodas or juices. I am not a nutritionist or physician, but the studies are conflicting as to whether they are safe or not. Drink unsweetened beverages and add your own sweetener. And just a point to make…products with aspartame always include a warning now… and to me, that is a BIG RED FLAG! Even gum isn’t “safe” anymore. Ask my kids, I won’t let them have it since every label I’ve read (so far) has the warning on it.

8. Eat more! Silly, right? Actually, the body seems to prefer 6 meals a day as opposed to 3. Have 3 meals and 3 snacks every day. This will keep you nourished, energized and feeling “full” easier, yet still help you to lose weight now.

9. Fill up! Before large meals, have 8+ ounces of water or similar beverage. Have a small salad or healthy soup before the meal. Ever go to a restaurant and have salad and/or soup and by time the entrée came around, you couldn’t finish? ;)

10. Exercise every day. Even if it is just a walk around the block, or the perimeter of your office building. Just do something every single day to get your body moving. Why every day? Because if you don’t allow “off” days, you are more likely to get the new habit established.

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For many people, these steps are rather easy, but they need more. Either a support system or an accountability partner. For a system to help you lose weight now - I would suggest finding a weight-loss program that suits your needs. This way you can receive immediate support, guidance and mentoring as well as long-term lifestyle results as you transform your body.

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Affiliate Blog Increases Commissions

2011-12-07T09:43:00.000-08:00

Affiliate Blog Increases Commissions

So, as you may know, I've been working with the Empower Network for just over 2 weeks now. I am really enjoying the opportunity to blog freely and make money too. Now, our primary products are:

Fully set-up and optimized BLOG AND
Generic business training. Not just for EN, but for whatever you want to promote.

Yesterday was my biggest sale day, so far with Empower Network and my very FIRST $250 day in online business EVER. Woot! Woot! I talk more about that HERE but what is the most amazing part is that I didn't do it all myself.

Unlike typical "affiliate marketing" this system is set up to help more than just one person. In affiliate marketing, you promote products for someone else and you earn a percentage of the price as your commission. To continue to earn, you need to continue to promote the products. Simple and it works wonderfully.

However, what the Dave Duo (David Sharpe & David Wood) have done is given a HUGE twist to typical affiliate marketing. Here's the bullets on it:

Paid 100% commission on products
Paid commission direct deposit into bank account
Powerline Sales (income for team efforts, not just your own)
Fully optimized blog platform

So, how does this increase commissions? Well, first of all, as I said above, it's 100%. Don't need to even say any more than that, since NO one else does that. LOL

But, I will share more. See, on the the front lines, as you help people get started with EN, you make commissions. As they help others, a certain number of their commissions pass up to you.

On the back-end, you can promote your primary business or other affiliate programs and earn MORE money.

So, even my Amazon affiliate sales have gone up this month! Not thousands, but I will get a direct deposit from them in January!! Cool, eh?

This system has power! If you plug in, it will become clear. As you learn, you will see how awesome this is. And, for those of you with experience, or background in this area, you will understand the magnitude of the products, training and platform itself...oh and not to mention the great commission.

If you haven't taken a look yet, go ahead to my website and put in your email address. Grab a pen and paper and take notes as you watch the video on the second page.

CLICK HERE NOW!! ;)

I hope that you will be encouraged today by what you have read here. I would love to be a constant source of motivation to you, so please feel free to connect with me.

Blessings,

Joy Marino
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Power of Words

2011-12-06T07:14:00.000-08:00

Power of Words

There is great power in the words that you hear, read and speak to others and yourself. I had a friend who was battling depression. I knew that she needed to read something that encouraged her. I shared with her the power of her words.

See, without getting in to the science of it, there is something absolutely amazing about words. Most of us deal with the darkness of words, without realizing that just by changing what we expose ourselves to; we can shine a vast light in to our lives. If someone asks how you are doing, does it not feel wrong to say “fine” when you know you are not? However, if you answered, “blessed” is that not true? Does that not completely turn around your attitude?

When I was growing up, my father often said my mother or my brother had “sh*t for brains” and even though he never said it to me directly, I felt hurt by it. As an adult, I’ve decided to choose my words carefully; to think before speaking and to apologize if out of line. By no means am I perfect, but I remember the effect my father’s phrase has on my family. In fact, I refused to call him by name, “Dad”, because I learned how powerful our words are, and although that was mean-spirited of me, I was not mature enough to forgive him.

Today, I carefully watch what I allow to infiltrate my ears, my eyes and my heart. I do not watch the news, reality shows or the like. I do not listen to crappy music about sex, drugs and death. I do not read the newspaper and only on occasion an online news article. WHY? Because these words have power to influence me and I choose not to allow bad influences in to my head.

Although this is not intended to be about religion, because I am not religious, I do highly encourage you to consider Godly influence. I read my bible and devotionals by Pastors around the world. I do listen to Contemporary Christian music. I surround myself with people who encourage me, lift me up and have the highest integrity. From the darkest place, Jesus is always my light. There is hope in Him. This is where I gain my greatest perspective.

YOU were put on this earth to SHINE.

YOU are here to live a life of abundance and prosperity.

YOU ARE LOVED.

YOU ARE NEEDED.

YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

YOU ARE PRECIOUS.

YOU ARE BLESSED.

YOU ARE A BLESSING.

YOU ARE MORE THAN GOOD ENOUGH.

How do those WORDS make you feel?

READ THEM AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN.

They are the Truth.

They are your Light in the darkness.

Now, go out there and share them with someone else… cause there IS someone out there that needs these words.

I blog because I want to encourage, equip and EMPOWER other people to live the life that God had intended for them! It is what I do...who I am...what motivates me to write.

Blessings,

Joy

The TRUTH about Empower Network

2011-12-04T10:08:00.000-08:00

The TRUTH about Empower Network

I want to give you some insight, share some interesting information about the Empower Network.

Some of you may know that for the past few days, the servers at EN have been down. Of course, people have speculated to the causes.

Some even said, "I told you so."

Interesting... you told me what? What do you actually know? What have you actually done to learn about a company before forming an opinion...oh and sharing that opinion with everyone you know?

Hmmmmm....

The truth is that for the third time, the EN members crashed the servers.
The truth is that no members can blog until the servers come back up.
The truth is that no one can join or upgrade OR MAKE MONEY until the servers are back up.
The truth is that I have never given a penny to Empower Network, so no...they didn't run off with my money.
The truth is that I listened to David Wood on Ustream last night share EVERYTHING that has happened.
The truth is that we are switching Merchant Account providers.
The truth is that our members, the affiliates of Empower Network (NOT THE FOUNDERS), earned over $1,000,000.00 in a MONTH.
The truth is that we were almost at 10,000 members before the server freaked out.

TRUTH: (noun) the true or actual state of a matter (source:Dictionary.com)

The above TRUTHS can be proven as facts. Go and check it all out. You will see.

When people tell you what you should think, feel or believe... I always say:

CONSIDER THE SOURCE!

What is their motive? What will they gain or lose?

I have nothing to lose and EVERYTHING to gain with Empower Network. In my heart, I believe the same can be TRUE for you. But, I can only share what I know. I am not telling you to join, not join, quit, think about it, consult a medium, ask your neighbor...etc. LOL.

I just know what I know...and I share what I know.

I am 100% in support of Empower Network, David Sharpe and David Wood. In my 2 weeks of being with EN I have seen more honesty, integrity and openness than in ANY OTHER BUSINESS..EVER...ON-Line OR OFF-LINE...PERIOD. That, my friends, is my OPINION.

If you are waiting to see what happens next... look, just get started...get in and really understand what's going on. Message me if you want notification on we have the green light for sign-ups. I will let you know ASAP. But, after I message you back...then I will post to my wall.

See YOU on the "inside"

Blessings,

Joy

Empower Network-Insider Review-FAQ

2011-11-26T10:13:00.001-08:00

Empower Network -Insider Review - FAQ

I've been with Empower Network for almost a full week now and I have had many of my online friends send me messages asking questions about it. What I wanted to do was put together a review that answered their questions and shared information based on what I have learned, first-hand, during my first week.

Now, before joining, I had about a week to research, study and pick apart the Empower Network. I checked out the founders, my potential sponsor, and the concept. I've been an affiliate marketer before, as well as a network marketer and an internet marketer.

I present my review here to you, in the hopes that it helps you make your decision. If you'd like to join, please be sure that if you already have a sponsor, you get back to THEM. But, if you do not, please join HERE

For ease of explanation, I've created this video. Before watching it, please set aside any preconceived notions you have about Empower Network. It is not an MLM and it is not a "fad".

Yes, it is very "hot" right now, but that doesn't make it a scam or a scheme...it makes it popular. Once you take a little time to see what it is all about, most people will see its value and share. That is VIRAL, not hype. ;)

Because of its file size, I am not able to upload the video direct to this blog, simply click HERE to watch.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this blog post and watch the video. Once you are ready to get started, go ahead and go HERE.

Blessings,

Joy

Excitement is in the air!

2011-11-19T13:51:00.000-08:00

So I've been preparing for a project over the past week. I am so excited about it. I wanted to keep it quiet because too many times in our excitement we share...yet others don't receive it very well.

I have a HUGE picture in my head of my dream and goals. However, most people I could talk to aren't in my head. LOL They are living in their own reality and don't feel what I am feeling. To be fair, I respect that.

So, I want to share this link with you. Not with ALL of you, because some aren't ready for it. Rather, I just want to put it out there for those who are not seeing the results they'd like-either for themselves or for others around them.

This project has just launched, for me, today! So, bare with me as I learn, grow and share along the way.

Someone I was once friends with liked to say, "Improve along the way." That person is extremely smart and their words echo in my head every day! Although they won't see this, I still want to say "thanks"!

Anyways, here is the LINK

Go on over and check it out. Love ya!!

Blessings,

Joy

Power of Gratitude

2011-11-17T17:15:00.000-08:00

Ever hear about someone who, despite all adversities, expressed gratitude for their situation. In the natural, out mind cannot conceive how someone could be grateful for troubles and challenges in their life. In our mind, we are confused because they are not bitter, depressed, anxious or stressed. It seems all too natural for us, as humans, to gravitate towards negativity at any given moment.

However, that is NOT natural at all. Think about your childhood, or the way the children in your life behave. When they face a challenge, they are strong-willed and determined to push through. Very rare is it that a child says, "no, I'll never learn to walk. guess I'll just crawl for the rest of my life." That is insane, isn't it? Yes! Why? Because before a child is programmed to "quit" they have been already programmed to try until successful. And, because of that, they are always looking for a way to keep moving forward.

Somewhere along the way, the child in you started to believe that you were not going to succeed; that a set back was going to hinder you. Perhaps the adults in your life, perhaps the television or music or even books that you read fostered the mentality that if you don't succeed, you are supposed to feel like cr*p and stop trying. The programming has been changed, in your mind, about what you could do in your life and how to react to things that happen to you.

Those people, as I mentioned in the beginning of this post, are the people who said, "no, I will not accept that way of thinking." Some of them were always that way, too stubborn to accept society's ideas. Some were raised that way, by the people in their lives to keep on trying and to appreciate all that they had. Some people grew up and realized that their lives were not in sync with their desires and sought out a way to change that. It's all about programming the mind, or in some cases, RE-programming it!

As an adult, I have found salvation in Jesus. Through the bible, I have learned what life can be like with faith, love and praise and GRATITUDE. When a person praises; when a person thrives on gratitude, the world around them shifts. For those that have been grateful and live in praise most of their lives, their testimony moves thousands, maybe millions. See, when you are grateful for what you have, you live in a way that attracts more things to be grateful for, people who are inspired by you and so on. People see your attitude and even though they don't understand it, something inside of them (the lost child) wants to have what you have. You are a person that can help people change their lives.

Even though things may look grim right now, even though your life isn't where you want it to be, ask yourself this: "what am I grateful for?" When you find a few things to express gratitude for, actually allow yourself to feel the gratitude. Feel it in every cell of your body. Let it envelope you and shine from you. Try to start every day, and end, every day with thoughts of gratitude. Not only will it make you feel better, you will attract others to you that either desire your presence or desire to have what you have. Your life is a testimony, be grateful in ALL that you have.

Blessings,

Joy

What Inspires You?

2011-11-16T15:41:00.000-08:00

Everyone needs a little inspiration from time to time. It is what lifts the very spirit within you. When things look grim, times are "tough", life is just a bit more than you can handle; what inspires you? What is it that makes your spirit soar?

For me, it is many things. First, of course is my faith. The more I build up my faith the more I feel inspired and empowered. Then, there are the people I love, such as my husband and children, as well as close friends. There are also Pastors, Speakers, Authors, Actors that inspire me by the way that they live their life, the message they share and the lives they touch. Music is also a HUGE inspiration to me because it truly makes my heart skip a beat.

As you go through each day, think about what inspires you. Picture it, smell it, hear it. The more you share the inspiration with your inner self, the more you will feel uplifted. When you feel uplifted, you will assuredly be grateful for those things you have in your life. And, as I have said before, when you have a grateful outlook on life, you will see the blessings in EVERYTHING and more blessings are headed your way, every day.

Sure, sometimes it can be a challenge to get inspired. But, most people enjoy a challenge. And, this is a simple one. Find a book, a song, a piece of art, a person, ANYTHING that inspires you, and focus on it. Embrace that emotion you feel at that moment. Remember and bask in the joy and pleasure of inspiration. You've got greatness in you...inspire yourself right now and LET IT SHINE!

Blessings,

Joy

Thanksgiving Thoughts

2011-11-15T18:15:00.000-08:00

So, with just a little over a week before Thanksgiving, here in the United States, there are a lot of people out there taking the time to share what they are thankful for. Me, personally, practice thanksgiving EVERY day. I highly recommend it to everyone I know. ;)

So, what are YOU thankful for today?

How about this month?

And, this year?

Well, I am thankful for my beautiful family. I am grateful for my good health and that of my family. I am thankful for my friends and extended family. I am grateful to be earning an income EVERY DAY. I am grateful to have eyes to see, ears to hear and an open mind and a softened heart. I am grateful for my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Gosh, I think I could go on for DAYS.

SO, please feel free to post and share what YOU are grateful for!

Blessings,

Joy

PS: And to my friends in Canada, happy belated Thanksgiving to you. I know yours was in October and I hope it was wonderful!

Welcome Back!

2011-11-15T18:12:00.000-08:00

Hello Friends!

Amazing, even when you "delete" something on the internet, it tends not to really be deleted at all. I just went in to my old blog account and was able to restore my old blog. Cool, eh?

Now, the only thing is all of the posts I had, I already deleted and I think those are actually gone. But, that is okay. I've got a LOT to share and this is just a clean board to compose on.

Anyways, I am grateful to be back and look forward to sharing with you what I am learning.

Blessings,

Joy