Friday, June 29, 2012

Room 3026 Live: Episode 562


On today's episode of Room 3026 Live, we discussed topics ranging from the Instagram's Connection With Facebook to Foursquare's Connected Apps.

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    Thursday, June 28, 2012

    Room 3026 Live: Episode 561


    On today's episode of Room 3026 Live, we discussed topics ranging from the Google+ Events to Google Glasses.

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      Wednesday, June 27, 2012

      Room 3026 Live: Episode 560



      On today's episode of Room 3026 Live, we discussed topics ranging from the Google's Nexus 7 Tablet to "Breaking Bad" Season Five.

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      Tuesday, June 26, 2012

      Room 3026 Live: Episode 559


      On today's episode of Room 3026 Live, we discussed topics ranging from the Build Lego's Within Chrome Browser to Facebook Messenger Updated.

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        Monday, June 25, 2012

        Room 3026 Live: Episode 558



        On today's episode of Room 3026 Live, we discussed topics ranging from the Angry Birds in Chrome to Facebook replacing your email.

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        Sunday, June 24, 2012

        C3 Church: Q & A Real-Ationships


        In today's C3 Church message, both Pastors Matt and Martha Fry take questions directly from the audience on building a real relationship.

        Question: Should I break up with my boyfriend if he isn't actively involved with God or Church?

        Answer: Yes! Martha explains that those who are saved and in Church are aligned with the Lord, but the other nonbeliever will only get more selfish. Remember, you can never change your partner.

        Question: What advice for families where they all attend church together, but the wife is more of a spiritual leader and she wants her husband to lead?

        Answer: It's time for men to step up and be leaders and warriors. Now is the time to be the man that God wants him to be. Let's make the most of this opportunity to be a leader. Pastor Matt addresses the wife. You cannot nag your husband to be more like Jesus. The best way is to love your husband with actions. Back up and pray for him.

        Remember, none of us are perfect. There may be things that you need to deal with. Allow the Holy Spirit to work on your behalf. Back off, pray, and watch God do the rest.

        Question: If a man has a sexual point of no return, is the man responsible for his own purity.

        Answer: Yes! Men are 100% responsible for their own purity. Remember, dating is about learning more of the other person. It's not about testing the physical stuff. Don't awaking love before it's time. Matt adds the law diminishing returns to the conversation. It's where you always want more. The only way to stop something that's going fast is to crash.

        Women use sex to get love while men use love to get sex.

        Go back to the concept of waiting for sex after marriage.

        What do you do when it's too late for purity?

        In God's eyes, he is making you a new creature. So, while you cannot go back and change anything, you can change right now.

        Martha talks about a couple that are two weeks away from marriage and who are living together. She asked that they make the change to do it right NOW. Start today.

        Question: How do couples communicate as husbands and wives?

        Answer: Matt says that couples should communicate honestly. We should stop telling lies and be honest. Don't avoid subjects but handle those issues quickly. Don't let the sun go down before handling things. If you ignore an issue then it becomes a footstool for the Devil.

        Question: As a Christian dating a Christian, what is the best way to break off a relationship?

        Answer: Dating doesn't mean you're together forever, that's marriage. Just because they are a Christian doesn't mean they are the right one for you. You might have a broken heart, but it's not the same as one who has lived together or had sexual contact.

        Just break up!

        Question: If a man or woman doesn't have sex with each other, but pleasures oneself, is that still a sign of purity?

        Answer: Martha says that masterbation is a selfish thing. Marriages are giving and not one to withhold from your spouse. Part of being intimate in marriage is talking about your sex life. The Bible says that we should live for the other person and not be stingy. 

        Matt tries to answer the question by stating the Law of Diminishing Return. Men don't always think with their heads. Learn to draw the line WAY before a physical relationship.

        Question: If we are living together and totally committed, is this ok?

        Answer: Martha says that you're not totally committed until there is a ring on the finger. Matt says that marriage is a covenant, but that is a contract.

        Question: My husband is addicted to pornography and has been through treatment. When is enough enough?

        Answer: If you are addicted to pornography then there is a void that cannot be filled. This can tear a relationship apart. Matt says to invite him to join C3 Warriors. Every guy struggles with the thought life (sexual thoughts) and he needs to get together with other guys to hold one accountable.

        Martha says that the marriage bed needs to stay pure. Marriage doesn't need a third person (person in the video or image). Try counseling.

        Question: The Bible says that God hates divorce. I'm divorced but want to get remarried.

        Answer: Martha says that if you study the Bible as a whole, the big thing is that God is a God of second chances. Stay pure. Date the right way and do it right.

        Question: What advice is there for someone with a homosexual relative?

        Answer: Love them like Jesus would love them. While God believes homosexuality is a sin, he also says that fornication is a sin. Remember, we must love them, pray for them, and join C3 Church to find people who can also love them.

        Martha says that any relationship that is not following God's plan is going to have poor results. Remember, just love them, pray for them, and give God room to do his work.
        12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. 13 Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. 14 Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. Colossians 3:12-14 (NLT)

        Final Points To Remember 


        1. Believe the Best - Just as God believes the best in you, so you should do the same for your couple
        2. Walk in Forgiveness - Forgive anyone that offends you. When we hold a grudge, it harms us. Own up to your 1% and ask for forgiveness.
        3. Clothe Yourself in Love

        Do You Need A Fresh Start?


        If you need hope or help. God wants you to know that he loves you. Jesus died and rose from the grave. If you would like to know Jesus as your savior then pray this prayer.

        Dear God, I realize I've sinned and I need you. Thank you for dying on the cross and rising from the grave. Come in to my heart and save me. Thank you for giving me eternal and abundant life. Help me to live for you, for the rest of my life. In Jesus' name. Amen.

        To share your story, want more information about next steps, or just in need of prayer, please contact Pastor Matt Fry.

        Food Review: Angel Hair Toscana from Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse


        During my recent trip to Washington State, I enjoyed dinner with some long time friends. My meal for the evening was the Angel Hair Toscana from BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. According to the menu, it can be described as such:
        Delicate angel hair pasta tossed with olive oil, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, fire-roasted red peppers, fresh basil, feta cheese, pine nuts, Roma tomatoes topped with fresh Parmesan cheese and parsley.
         As you can see from the video, the dish had tomatoes, feta cheese, and pine nuts. What I didn't immediately catch were the sun-dried tomatoes and fire-roasted red peppers. I mistakenly mentioned a wine-based sauce, but later learned it was simply olive oil with other herbs and spices.

        In hindsight, the light dish lacked a strong kick that might have made it more memorable. I enjoyed the feta cheese, tomato, noodle, and pine nut combination, but could have used more garlic, red peppers, and a punch to match.

        To be fair, I actually ordered the dish with chicken, but the staff forgot to add it in time for the video. The grilled chicken added a little more character to the pasta, but unfortunately the late comer didn't change the overall score.

        While the Angel Hair Toscana may not scream for an encore, my time at Bj's was not wasted. The dimly lit restaurant provided refreshing drinks from the bar and an attentive staff that provided above average service. In the end, I was able to enjoy a fun-filled evening with friends.

        Bouncing Back To Cardio After A Vacation


        Last week, I went back home to Washington State to visit family and friends. While there, I continued to workout despite my lack of access to a gym. Instead, I focused on walking around the neighborhood and just staying active.

        One tool I did not have last week was a scale. Typically, I make an effort to weigh myself throughout the week to ensure that I'm meeting personal goals.

        In this video, I'm back in North Carolina and making strides to get back to my daily routine of cardio in the morning to aid in the loss of two pounds per week.

        Outside the swarm of bugs I walked into while filming, getting outside to walk was a pleasant change of pace. Although, I had no way of knowing how effective my efforts were. The one observation I did have focused on the amount of sweat I produced. Walking outside, I didn't sweat as much as when I'm in the gym. Not sure if that means I wasn't as active or if the breeze had something to do with it.

        In any case, let's continue to burn those calories and meet our goals this week.

        First Look: Holiday Inn Express in Burlington, NC


        On June 23, 2012, I stayed at the Holiday Inn Express in Burlington, NC. My visit was geared toward fraternal business, but I took a few minutes to scope out the hotel room before dozing off to bed.

        Overall, I enjoyed my stay. Although, there are a few gotcha's that you should be aware of. For starters, there was the sticking door. In this video, I totally bypassed the closed door, but you should know that it didn't open easily. In fact, I had to call two of my friends to help me open it.

        After 15 minutes of playing with a door that was supposed to open, I finally figured out the trick. After sliding the card into the door lock, one has to push down on the handle so as to also move the door slightly. Like magic, the door opened.

        The bed was comfortable and I enjoyed the interior design of the room. With nice wood and rock combinations, it felt more like a home than a hotel.

        What I didn't like, besides the sticking door, were the eggs served for breakfast. Since I eat eggs on a daily basis, I found the product they served lacked authenticity. Was it really eggs or a "just-add-water" solution? Not very tasty or convincing.

        One other complaint I had was an extremely slow network connection. While it worked fine on day one, the network failed to deliver consistently on day two. When asked if anything could be done about the nonexistent Internet service, I was advised to restart my computer. By the way, it didn't solve my problem. Thank goodness for a mobile hotspot.

        At $89 per night, I enjoyed the comfort and style of the room, but the few shortcuts and poor maintenance quickly cheapened the experience. Would I recommend it to someone else? Sure, but I'd definitely explain how to get into the rooms using my handy technique.

        P.S., the door issue was present on at least 2 other rooms on my floor (4th floor).

        Sunday, June 17, 2012

        Success Stories: Kat Say


        Kat Say has built an impressive business. In this video, Kat shares her story and offers some tips on how to reach her level of success.

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        World Ventures Testimonial: Rob L. Yates Talks About Getting His BMW



        Rob recently received his World Ventures Wheels (Silver BMW). In this video, Mr. Yates shares his story.

        Saturday, June 16, 2012

        Live Blogging World Ventures: The 10 Commitments



        Speaker: Jeff Bolf

        There are a couple absolutes in this business:
        1. Know Your "Why"
        2. Trainings
        Definition of Commitment

        Doing the thing you said you would do, long after the mood you said it is gone.

        Commitment #1: Sit with every new rep within 24 hours of signing up
        Commitment #2: 2 Exposures every day
        Commitment #3: Attend a live event
        Commitment #4: Plug into your Fast Start 
        Commitment #5: Attend your monthly regional training
        Commitment #6: Attend the national events
        Commitment #7: Commit to personal development
        Commitment #8: Have a workout partner
        Commitment #9: Use the product!
        Commitment #10: Be here a year from now (Doing 1-9)

        Within a year, everyone of us can live a life that we all dreamed about. This is the perfect time to go out there and share this business. What's freedom worth to you? Is it going to be easy? No, but it's worth it.

        This whole business is about finishing.

        Live Blogging World Ventures: A Real Transformational Journey



        Speaker: Eric Allen

        A look back at the past 26 months...

        Eric has been in World Ventures for about 27 months now. At the time, he was chasing a division 1 basketball coaching position. After school, he sold drugs at a pharmaceutical company. Then, he taught high school for about 7 years.

        Finally, he earned the coaching position, but wasn't making a lot of money. He said that he was making about $22,000 a year. So, he was open to new ideas.

        He explained that he spent a lot of time and money coaching, but losing out on his family time. He started asking, "How can I get out of this?"

        Eric began looking for other options. As a result, he started researching direct marketing. Mr. Allen found a company that he felt good about. When he got to the top of the company, just breaking over even, he got a telephone call from the executives telling him that they were changing directions. This meant his future was bleak.

        After a serious thought, he decided to stay with network marketing. What he found was that 99% of the people from one company didn't automatically move over to his new business.

        Eric remembered his friend Matt Morris and gave him a call. He explained how Matt told him about World Ventures. He felt that he had enough energy to do it one more time.

        Matt told him that if Eric wasn't willing to attend the events, then he wasn't even going to sign him up.

        Mr. Allen continues to share a series of photos covering his first Regional Training Event and first DreamTrip.

        Eric shared his first Travel Party. During this time, a guy comes in drunk and screams..."Hey, this is one of those pyramid schemes." Then storms off. He kept his posture and signed up three people.

        The story only gets better from there. Over the weeks that followed his team started to grow. He was able to get 20 people to the next Regional Training.

        A Day In The Life

        While he was building his business. He was lining up his appointments while his wife worked. Between raising the kids by day, he would show the business at night. 

        As the leadership started to merge, he began spending more time in California. Another team started to grow during the Momentum event in Las Vegas. 

        Then Eric talked about a guy in Singapore. Within three weeks, the guy brought in 100 people. 

        Again, more growth was being realized on his team. Going back to Regional Training, he now had 40 people on his team that attended.

        Eric shared a number of pictures related to his $69 cruise where they ate lobster and steak. He also showed a number of other DreamTrips and special events that he attended. One event was a bodybuilding competition. 

        In 2012, Eric earned the 100,000 ring. This, he says, is a great marketing tool and recommended that everyone get one. 

        Getting Back To Your Why?

        For those that have kids, it's amazing how much of their lives we lose when trying to chase a dream. With this business, World Ventures is providing people with time and family. 

        What is your "Why?"
        If you learn anything from this day, remember that we all are doing the same things you are. Keep showing the video and change your future. 

        Live Blogging World Ventures: Closing & Objections



        Speaker: Jeff Bolf

        This is making a difference in the numbers game.

        The average person will not buy until they've been asked 3.2 times.

        ABC's of Closing



        • Always
        • Be
        • Closing
        • Begin with the End in Mind
        • Listen

        The Close


        • Transition to the close smoothly
        • Belief and thenthusiasm must be displayed
        • Don't oversell, ask for a decision, be quiet, and wait
        • Create a sense of urgency
        • Ask for the money! 

        Closing Questions


        • What did you like Best about what you just saw?
        • Are you ready to get started?
        • Do you have enough information to make a $365 decision?

        Leadership


        • Work the room to help guests get their questions answered
        • Be a testimonial but don't re-sell or re-present
        • Be a good listener
        • Edify enroller and paint a picture of success

        Handling Objections


        • Objections do not mean NO!
        • Your posture closes people
        • What is your response/reaction to objections
        • Acknowledge
          • No money, no time!
          • I can appreciate that
          • Feel, felt, found
          • That's exactly why! (The objection IS the answer)

        Momentum


        Jeff often starts a conversation with "I'm the Director of expansion of the only V.I.P. Invitation Only Travel Club"

        If people are in the same town, Jeff likes to meet in person. 

        If doing a long distance showing, show just the video. Use third-party call that is scheduled (block the time with 3rd party validation). Even for strong closers, a third party validation is still good. Use it as a welcome.

        Living Blogging World Ventures: Capitalizing on Momentum!



        Speaker: Eric Allen

        How many would like to be where you want to be sooner rather than later?

        In this presentation, Eric will go through some of the keys for success. They are easy to do or not do, but you have to make the decision.

        Getting Started Ground Rules


        We are Global Game Changers. We are creating a Winning Story in a world that needs a way out and or Plan B now more than ever!

        We are in a Blue Ocean of Opportunity that everyone wants!

        Attracting the very types of people we want to prosper with AND travel the world with tremendous culture!

        Not a get rich quick deal - legitimate opportunity at financial freedom for those who are coachable and apply daily actionable steps

        No "One size fits all" or magic bullet to success...these are real strategies being used by real people to deliver real financial freedom! You can't say or show the wrong thing to the right person.

        Define Your Why...Seriously!


        Without a strong WHY(s), your journey to prosperity will get sidetracked, delayed, and stall when challenges and obstacles present themselves!

        Write down your WHY(s)...

        • Freedom/Lifestyle
        • Family
        • Philanthropy
        • Passions
        • Causes
        My why is this: "To provide an opportunity for my family to see the world and offer financial freedom."

        Get Real and Take Action!


        Treat your World Ventures Business like a REAL business. Invest in yourself, others, and the business.

        You will never know everything there is to know and the timing will never be absolutely perfect.

        Create Confidence and Belief


        Become a product of our value-driven products!

        89% retention rate for any person who has taken a DreamTrip!

        Talk about building a culture and community

        Law of Large Numbers Always Prevails


        Those who show the most people win big! Numbers, sharing, and sorting!

        Recruit Up!


        Millions of genuine, high quality indviduals from all walks of life actively looking to take matters into own hands

        The Fortune Is In Follow Up...But Don't Chase

        Life gets in the way for many people - always a timing issue.

        Continue to share so that you are emotionally unattached...strong posture... keep funnel flowing and thick ... Next, next, next!

        10 at Play at all Times

        Create Success Stories Quickly

        As soon as you enroll a new team members, Gameplan and get into their network right away - Take Action!

        Get in front of their TOP prospects, not the easy prospects.

        Digging the ditch - driving momentum deep! No paralysis by over analysis - keep it simple.

        Back to the Numbers...Keep Prospecting and Enrolling

        New blood is the lifeblood of any successful business! Your team will model your behavior. "But, I don't have anyone else to talk to"

        Learn to see better than you hear - work with those who are showing you they are as serious and passionate as you are.

        Stay Focused on Money-Making Activities

        This is a good time to get your hands on the Color CD. The only activity is showing the video. Everything else is secondary.

        Leaders Stay Close To the Fire

        Stay plugged in! Get your team plugged in! Be a master promoter...

        Remember, we are really a personal development company disguised as travel and FUN!

        • Monday Wings and Wheels Calls
        • Team calls, events, and travel parties
        • Regional training events
        • Millionaire Boot Camp, Momentum, MBC, International Convention
        Remember, treat World Ventures as a Million Dollar Business, and your team members will follow you. 

        Leaders are Readers

        • How to Win Friends and Influence People - Dale Carnegie
        • The Slight Edge - Jeff Olson
        • Think and Grow Rich - Napoleon Hill
        Find good books to read.

        Fear of Loss = Greatest Human Motivator

        Use the two team structure to show people how they could lose out. 

        Everyone of you is capable of doing these things, but will YOU commit to doing them consistently and persistently? Those who do will win BIG!


        Live Blogging World Ventures: Sponsoring In Coveys



        Speaker: Greg Boyko

        Definitions


        • Covey: A flock of birds; a brood or hatch of birds: a family, party, or set of persons or things

        Peaks, Valleys, and Plateaus

        Nobody in this business can win by themselves. It is a team business.

        Greg has been in the business almost 4 years. Within that time, he has moved into the Marketing Director position.

        During that time, he has worked hard. He would really like to be further in the business than he is now. He started to have questions when he plateaued.

        How do you get out of the plateau? Get out and start sponsoring.

        Greg talks about his story in the Lake Tapps area. This is a different area than others.

        He shares stories for James, Nick, Brandon, Caleb, and others.

        Greg's Game Plan



        • 2 on 1's
        • 1 on 1's
        • Travel parties
        • Big shot meeting
        • National events
        This is the game plan. Stay here. There is no need to be creative and do other things. 

        Fuel To The Fire

        By going on a trip, you can quickly change your posture. It also has a way of helping you change your invite. 

        If you haven't been on a DreamTrip, go! It's awesome.

        Greg recommends building a team that is within a 3 mile radius. A local chiropractor brought in 1000's of people within 15 miles of his house. 


        Live Blogging World Ventures: How To Build A Business Fast


        Speaker: Jeff Bolf

        This business is a triple sort business. If you can get three true leaders on your left and right leaders than you can go to the bank over and over again.

        The only thing you need to do is get people into the seat.

        Use The Four-Step Invite

        1. Be in a hurry
        2. Clear the date
        3. Get excited
        4. Confirm the date
        Instead of doing a travel party first, why not start by getting in front of your best 5 - 10 people over coffee or soda. 

        The best way Jeff likes to build the business is through two-on-ones. He loves travel parties because they are at someone's houses. After all these small meetings, you bring people to a Big Shot Meeting. A Big Shot is someone who is from out-of-town. [Repeat]

        If you are relying on the Big Shot Meeting to introduce the meeting then you're missing the boat. Instead, we need to focus on building from the bottom (1-on-1, 2-on-1, and travel parties. 

        Documentation beats conversation!

        Show your team that it works. Jeff constantly texts his team, "Congratulations on building your team."

        Activity cures all ills!

        This business is about creating leaders and duplication. 

        The secret to the binary is growing your business to 100 depth in each leg. Drive depth! Drive depth! Drive depth!


        If you want to grow really fast, get 10 on one leg.

        If you want a trickle business do 15 per month. If you want your business to flow, show 2 per day. If you want a rush, show 3-5 times per day. 

        You don't go to an area to grow it, you go there to advance it. 

        It all comes down to one simple thing, "What do you want out of this business." The key is activity. By dropping an additional 10-15 people on one leg has a way of kicking up activity in that leg. 

        Remember this: "You and I, you and I, you and I, etc." This is called sorting (flipping the cards while looking for the aces. 

        Live Blogging World Ventures: Prospecting 101


        Eric Allen has over 8,000 people on his team. He comes from Indianapolis.

        This business is a relationship business. Are you the kind that doesn't like to talk with people? If so, RUN! The best part of the business is the people. The worst part is often the people.
        As long as you are being a genuine servant leader with an excited attitude and strong posture you cannot say or show the wrong thing to the RIGHT person...
        Most of us probably got a less than perfect presentation. Something inside of you made you the right person at the right time.
        Who you are speaks much louder than what you say. 
        If you believe in the Law of Attraction, where like attracts like, then this is for you.
        People will drive miles around to see someone set themselves on fire. 
        This means that you should be excited and motivated. Remember, you have the posture.

        Success in World Ventures is really a numbers game


        Eric has shared it so many times. Out of 120 personals, only 6 make over 80% of his wealth, and three of the six where not personals.

        Amateurs sell, professionals sort.  Sort through the numbers as quickly as possible...looking for the ACES. Remember to share, share, share. Keep flipping the cards.

        Become A Master Inviters


        Those who get the most eyeballs to SEE our deal WIN BIG! Your job is to SHARE, not close!
         Nothing more than a numbers game and sorting game.

        Use the following:


        • 4 Step Invite (Dave Watson)
        • 2 Step Text Invite

        Power of 1


        You are just ONE good meeting away from changing your life forever...is it worth it to you to sort through the numbers?

        Who Do I Prospect?


        Start with people who know, like, and trust you...but recruit up! The most successful, positive, and influential you know.

        Examples:

        • Successful people
        • Fun people
        • Positive, proactive people
        • Small business owners
        • Chiropractors
        • Doctors
        • Professionals
        • Community leaders
        • Church activists
        • Entrepreneurs
        • Actors
        • Athletic coaches
        • Athletes
        • Teachers
        • Real Estate investors
        • Young entrepreneurs clubs
        • Professional salespeople
        • Hard working individuals
        • Stay at home parents

        Money Lines


        After genuine compliment, "Are you open to the idea of making more money?"

        "I'm looking for LEADERS to invest substantial time and resources in to help create a Winning Story that inspires and empowers many lives."

        Keeping The Prospecting Funnel Full


        • Get vertical - Create and use working models
        • Never be ONE and DONE with a prospect - get Referrals
        When someone tells you "No!" don't just thank them. Ask for referrals.

        Your List Is Leverage


        The more "Courtesy Calls" you can make, the better! This is to recall those people who you've shown in the past and give them a courtesy call before you put the person in the system. 

        Share What?

        1. Live weekly or bi-weekly presentation
        2. Travel party
        3. 2 on 1 with PROVEN leader
        4. 1 on 1 just push play
        5. Online presentation

        Please Don't...

        1. E-mail blast
        2. Post link on Facebook / Twitter
        3. Purchase leads

        Getting Uncomfortable


        Everything you want in life is just outside your comfort zone. Remember to stay consistent and persistent. You just have to decide to do it.

        Live Blogging World Ventures: Jeff Bolf - Freedom To Freedom


        While at the Tacoma Regional Training for World Ventures, Mr. Jeff Bolf spoke to a room full of people.

        Freedom To Freedom


        Jeff Bolf, is the only guy that has earned the International Marketing Director twice. He grew up in a small town. He graduated from a school with only 9 people. Humble beginnings.

        He got into the insurance field after graduating from a college in Asheville, North Carolina. When he started in insurance, he had the mind frame of "I'm going to show everyone."

        The goal was to show it 100 times a week. He knew it was going to be a good week if he got 12 "No's" on the first day. By getting a bunch of "no's" he knew that it was only a matter of time before he got those "yesses."

        When he took a look at World Ventures, he was broke financially and emotionally. His house was going through foreclosure. For some, pressure breaks spirits, but for others it helps break records.

        Jeff had two challenges: 1) His insurance business partner and 2) His wife. To address his partner, he simply gave him the keys to the business. To address his wife, who had heard these dreams before, he simply had a heart to heart conversation. She gave him 6 months (her birthday) to make some traction.

        For those whose spouse are not fully on board, sit down and talk with them about your goals with World Ventures.

        As Jeff continues to tell his story, early on World Ventures only had ONE dream trip and it was booked. The technology was bad. It was really a start up company.

        After some time, Jeff wasn't making the kind of money he was expecting. Just as he was prepared to hand in his resignation letter, one of the representatives told him how much he needed. If Jeff were to give his resignation, a check for that amount would be handed to him.

        When he went home, home to a sick father, he spoke with his wife. His wife asked him if he was crazy. After all those nights sharing the business, he realized that he was going to stay in the business.

        A few months later, he worked it out. He ended up reaching International Marketing Director (IMD).

        Mr. Bolf tells a story about his wife and how she wanted to buy a new house. When he wrote that check, it cleared (crowd applauds).

        To the audience, you have to get your thinking right. This means being around the campfire. Also, make a commitment to being here a year from now. For new people, this is the worst that it will ever be for you.

        When you get your thinking right, nobody can tell you that this thing doesn't work. There are some dreamstealers out there. It can be your brother, cousin, or friend.

        Are you hanging around people who are talking about dreams and goals or people who talk about people? From this point on, start hanging around people who are successful.

        Your salary is a derivative of the top 5 people you hang around.

        Remember, this business is YOUR business. Don't let anyone take that away from you.  World Ventures is a life changer.

        Jeff talks about how his 15 year old daughter has changed the way she thinks. Right now, she is building schools for people who are much less fortunate than they are.

        Are you willing to throw your heart over the bar just one more time?

        Jeff shares this video.




        Friday, June 15, 2012

        Walking Through Sore Muscles With A Beautiful View



        Even with sore muscles, we should push through the pain.

        Thursday, June 14, 2012

        Sumner High School Choir Sings "Fix You" by Coldplay



        On Wednesday, June 13, 2012, the Sumner High School Choir sung "Fix You" at the SHS Graduation Ceremony in Auburn, WA.

        Wednesday, June 13, 2012

        2012 Is The Year To Meet Our Goals



        Together, we can meet our goals.

        Looking At The Houses In Panorama Heights



        While walking, I was enjoying the sites of the Panorama Heights subdivision located in Bonnie Lake, Washington.

        Success Stories: Lee Morgan



        Lee Morgan shares his story on how he built his business to over 785 people in under 2 years.

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        Why World Ventures? Bobby Alston's Story



        There are many reasons WHY people join World Ventures. Bobby Alston shares his story.

        Fighting Against Excuses



        Working out is often difficult because we create excuses in an effort to avoid it. We must fight against that urge.

        Taking A Walk Through Bonnie Lake, Washington



        While on vacation, it's still important to continue working out.

        Sunday, June 10, 2012

        C3 Church Live Blogging: Real-Ationships - The Key To Healthy Relationships


        Pastor Matt Fry continues his series on real relationships.

        Today's foundational scripture:
        12 Since God chose you to be the holy people whom he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. 13 You must make allowance for each other's faults and forgive the person who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. 14 And the most important piece of clothing you must wear is love. Love is what binds us all together in perfect harmony. 15 And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are all called to live in peace. And always be thankful. ~ Col. 3:12-15 (NLT)
        There are some things we have to put on. The first key to a healthy relationship begins by doing the following things.

        Put Your Clothes On!

        Running around naked when kids are small is cute, but it's not that cute when they are twenty years old.

        As we clothes ourselves, there is a deep inner working on the inside. Our heart impacts what we're wearing.
        10 I am overwhelmed with joy in the LORD my God! For he has dressed me with the clothing of salvation and draped me in a robe of righteousness. I am like a bridegroom in his wedding suit or a bride with her jewels. ~ Is. 61:10 (NLT)
        What is on the inside is what comes out. If you have anger and bitterness, that will come out.

        The first thing we should clothe ourself with is MERCY.

        We all deserve Hell. We're sinners, but God gave us mercy. Mercy means to withhold judgement or punishment. More specifically, we should show tenderhearted mercy.

        Clothe Yourself With Kindness


        When we express kindness, we are doing something that is helpful and useful to the relationship. We need to be more useful in our relationships.

        Clothe Yourself with Humility


        Humility means to come from the Earth or to be grounded. In our relationships, we don't need to  show pride. Remember how little we are and how big God is. He will work through us.

        What does God require of us?
        8 No, O people, the LORD has already told you what is good, and this is what he requires: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God. ~ Micah 6:8 (NIV)
        If we did all of these things our relationships, churches, and country would be blessed.

        Clothe Yourself with Gentleness


        This means to show self-control. This means stop trying to control the other person in a relationship. When God is in control, we don't have to control others.

        Albert Einstein said "Women marry men hoping they will change. Men marry women hoping they will not. So each is inevitably disappointed."

        Clothe Yourself with Patience


        This means the refusal to be upset. We have a long fuse. We need a lot more patience in our lives today.

        All of these things are important for a healthy relationship. However, in the middle of verse 13, we have the key to a healthy relationship.
        13 You must make allowance for each other's faults and forgive the person who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. ~ Col. 3:13 (NLT)
        In every relationship there are expectations and then behavior (reality). In between the two: Expectations and Behavior, there is a huge gap.

        Where is that person that I was dating? I want that person back.

        Often, we don't talk about those expectations before we go into a marriage.

        What was modeled for you when you were younger? These are the influences that help create our expectations.

        When Martha and Matt Fry were dating, they had a great time. They went to baseball games and just had fun. Then, they got married. It was then that he found out she wasn't that much of a baseball fan.

        Matt tells the story of the first week of their marriage. While watching a baseball game, Martha grew tired and went to bed. It was a missed opportunity for Matt (the crowd laughs).

        The problem was that Martha and Matt didn't discuss their expectations before the marriage. It doesn't matter if you and your mate were made for each other, there will still be a gap between expectations and reality (behavior).

        There are a couple of things to fill in the gap.

        The first thing is to "Believe the Best."

        Believe the Best In the Other Person

        In a healthy relationship, we must make allowances for the other person. If we don't do that than we can either "Assume the Worst." I knew that you weren't going to pay the bill. I knew that you were going to come home late from work.

        The question is this, do we go negative first in our mind? If so, then we follow that with negative in our words. Doing this will destroy a relationship.

        Nobody wants to feel that they don't measure up. This can create fear in the other person.

        So, don't assume the worst but rather believe the best in others.

        Whenever we believe in the best , we create a margin of acceptance. God loves you and accepts you the way you are. This helps to build faith and hope to your relationship. God sees your potential.

        Remember, you cannot change your husband/wife. Only God can do that.
        7 Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. ~ 1 Cor. 13:7 (NIV)
        We must also live in forgiveness if you've been offended

        You can either forgive or live offended. Guess who loses when you live offended? You do. Life becomes bad for you because that's all you think about.

        What should we put in the gap? Forgiveness.

        Do you deserve forgiveness? No.

        In a relationship, talk it out.
        15 "If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the fault. If the other person listens and confesses it, you have won that person back. 16 But if you are unsuccessful, take one or two others with you and go back again, so that everything you say may be confirmed by two or three witnesses. ~ Matt 18:15-16 (NLT)
        Don't go to your friends, but go to the person who offended you. Do it immediately.
        26 And "don't sin by letting anger gain control over you." Don't let the sun go down while you are still angry, ~ Eph. 4:26 (NLT)
        In the beginning, it may not be that bad. However, over time it can continue to grow and fester.

        Don't take the bait of Satan. Everybody has unmet expectations. Why? Because nobody is perfect. The question is this, will you continue to assume the worst and lived offended or believe the best and walk in forgiveness.

        What path do you want to walk?

        Nothing will speak louder to our culture than a healthy blessed marriage. To change the community, it begins with a healthy marriage and family.

        If you take the bait of Satan, your marriage will only get worse.

        Let's create a healthy relationship.
        14 And the most important piece of clothing you must wear is love. Love is what binds us all together in perfect harmony. ~ Col. 3:14 (NLT)

        Clothe Yourself With Love


        No strings attached kind of love.
        3 If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it; but if I didn't love others, I would be of no value whatsoever. 4 Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud 5 or rude. Love does not demand its own way. Love is not irritable, and it keeps no record of when it has been wronged. 6 It is never glad about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. 7 Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. ~ 1 Cor. 13:3-7 (MSG)
        10 This is real love. It is not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins. ~ 1 John 4:10 (NIV)
        Aren't you thankful that God loves and forgives you? Let's live in forgiveness. It's hard, but let's do it.

        Do You Need A Fresh Start?


        If you need hope or help. God wants you to know that he loves you. Jesus died and rose from the grave. If you would like to know Jesus as your savior then pray this prayer.
        Dear God, I realize I've sinned and I need you. Thank you for dying on the cross and rising from the grave. Come in to my heart and save me. Thank you for giving me eternal and abundant life. Help me to live for you, for the rest of my life. In Jesus' name. Amen.
         To share your story, want more information about next steps, or just in need of prayer, please contact Pastor Matt Fry.

        Friday, June 8, 2012

        Room 3026 Live: Episode 547


        On today's episode of Room 3026 Live, we discussed topics ranging from the Twitter / Facebook Integration to Django Unchained.

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        Monday, June 4, 2012

        Success Story: Carlos Rogers


        This video captures an opportunity that I had to meet Carlos Rogers. He is an amazing guy that is a great example of personal success. Recorded during an event in Durham, NC.

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        Sunday, June 3, 2012

        Real-Ationships: A Special Message To Singles



        Today's message is directed primarily to those who are single. Although, it is also good for couples. We're going to talk about sex, dating, and more. Sex is a hot topic. If you look on television, it's everywhere. Sex sells.

        What does God say about sex, love, and dating? We don't need culture to define true love and sex for us. This message will be raw and real.

        Four Lies From The Devil


        Everybody Is Doing It So Should You Have Sex

        The truth is that everyone is not doing it. Even if they were, that doesn't mean God wants you doing it.

        Isn't Really A Big Deal, It's Just Physical 

        The Devil wants you to think it's just a physical act. As long as you don't get pregnant or get a disease, what's the big deal?

        You've Blown It And There's No Hope For You 

        It's not too late. Today can be a new day and a fresh start.

        God Is Out To Make You Miserable And Not Have Any Fun 

        Jesus came to give us real life. On the best day, the Devil can only give you mediocre.

        Helpful Truths


        Sexual Intimacy Is A Gift From God

        God created sex and wants us to enjoy it. Sex is good.

        So God created human beings[a] in his own image. In the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.
        28 Then God blessed them and said, “Be fruitful and multiply. Fill the earth and govern it. Reign over the fish in the sea, the birds in the sky, and all the animals that scurry along the ground.” Genesis 1:27-28 (NLT)

        How do you become fruitful and multiply? Sex. God is pro-sex. It was his idea.

        The Woman


        10 My lover is dark and dazzling,
        better than ten thousand others!

        11 His head is finest gold,
        his wavy hair is black as a raven.

        12 His eyes sparkle like doves
        beside springs of water;
        they are set like jewels
        washed in milk.

        13 His cheeks are like gardens of spices
        giving off fragrance.
        His lips are like lilies,
        perfumed with myrrh.

        14 His arms are like rounded bars of gold,
        set with beryl.
        His body is like bright ivory,
        glowing with lapis lazuli.

        15 His legs are like marble pillars
        set in sockets of finest gold.
        His posture is stately,
        like the noble cedars of Lebanon.

        16 His mouth is sweetness itself;
        he is desirable in every way.
        Such, O women of Jerusalem,
        is my lover, my friend.

        Song of Solomon 5:10-16 (NLT)

        The Man

        How beautiful are your sandaled feet,
        O queenly maiden.
        Your rounded thighs are like jewels,
        the work of a skilled craftsman.

        2 Your navel is perfectly formed
        like a goblet filled with mixed wine.
        Between your thighs lies a mound of wheat
        bordered with lilies.

        3 Your breasts are like two fawns,
        twin fawns of a gazelle.

        4 Your neck is as beautiful as an ivory tower.
        Your eyes are like the sparkling pools in Heshbon
        by the gate of Bath-rabbim.
        Your nose is as fine as the tower of Lebanon
        overlooking Damascus.

        5 Your head is as majestic as Mount Carmel,
        and the sheen of your hair radiates royalty.
        The king is held captive by its tresses.

        6 Oh, how beautiful you are!
        How pleasing, my love, how full of delights!

        7 You are slender like a palm tree,
        and your breasts are like its clusters of fruit.

        8 I said, “I will climb the palm tree
        and take hold of its fruit.”
        May your breasts be like grape clusters,
        and the fragrance of your breath like apples.

        9 May your kisses be as exciting as the best wine,
        flowing gently over lips and teeth.[b]

        Song of Solomon 7:1-9 (NLT)

        For married folks, the homework tonight is to "fan the flame." Remember, sex is more than physical.

        God Gave Us Boundaries For Our Protection and Blessing 

        Sex is awesome, but in the wrong place it can destroy things. This is why we have to understand God's boundaries.

        God’s will is for you to be holy, so stay away from all sexual sin. 4 Then each of you will control his own body[a] and live in holiness and honor— 5 not in lustful passion like the pagans who do not know God and his ways. 6 Never harm or cheat a Christian brother in this matter by violating his wife,[b] for the Lord avenges all such sins, as we have solemnly warned you before. 7 God has called us to live holy lives, not impure lives. 8 Therefore, anyone who refuses to live by these rules is not disobeying human teaching but is rejecting God, who gives his Holy Spirit to you. 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 (NLT)

        All sin is sin, but there is something different about sexual sin

        Run from sexual sin! No other sin so clearly affects the body as this one does. For sexual immorality is a sin against your own body. 19 Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, 20 for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body. 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 (NLT)

        For those who have been abused, they know that there is something different about sexual abuse than other kinds of abuses.

        God's will for us is to live holy

        We can do this with God's help.

        We can have the power of the Holy Spirit to help protect our bodies

        Where do we draw the line?

        God said that we shouldn't have sex outside of marriage. Therefore, as some think, we can do everything else up to the point of sexual intercourse. Pastor Matt advises that we draw a line way before that. Consider stopping before it gets physical.

        There is a law of diminishing returns. This is where the thrills of early physical contact becomes less exciting. To have the same reaction, you feel that you have to go further.

        Guys will show love to get sex and girls will give sex to get love. Often, it's not love but lust.

        8 Pieces Of Advice For Singles


        1.  Don't get physical before marriage. Delay this for as long as possible. Get to know the other person.
        2. Set your boundaries right now and give them to God. Do it right now. Don't wait until you're in the heat of passion to set boundaries.
        3. Communicate your boundaries. You date to find your mate.
        4. Avoid living together. There is zero evidence that living together makes marriage better. However, there is overwhelming evidence that living together before marriage leads to divorce. 
        5. Let the Holy Spirit control you. He was given to you as a gift. 
        6. Group Date. It gives you a chance to interact with other people.
        7. Get involved in your local church. Specifically, get involved serving. By serving God in the church, you focus on God first, but you may find someone who is running the same race.
        8. Relax and stop looking for a wife or husband. Don't worry about the pressure to get married now.
        Pastor Matt tells a story about how an early engagement ended and he felt extremely lonely. He tried dating his way but it didn't work out. Finally, he just prayed and told God that he was waiting on him. Five months after he prayed that prayer, a lovely gal moved to Atlanta.

        He continues to share how they met, dated, and eventually fell in love. 

        May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 (NIV)

        Do You Need A Fresh Start?


        If you need hope or help. God wants you to know that he loves you. Jesus died and rose from the grave. If you would like to know Jesus as your savior then pray this prayer.
        Dear God, I realize I've sinned and I need you. Thank you for dying on the cross and rising from the grave. Come in to my heart and save me. Thank you for giving me eternal and abundant life. Help me to live for you, for the rest of my life. In Jesus' name. Amen.
        To share your story, want more information about next steps, or just in need of prayer, please contact Pastor Matt Fry.

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