My thoughts on networking

Since I started my job hunting, I've been hearing..."network and network more!!"

"It is better to spend short time on computer looking for jobs, most people find jobs through networking."

I didn't understand it at first, but I now believe it.

I sent out so many resumes and applications, but I haven't heard anything from anybody.

The only interview I had was with a company that I knew someone who worked there.

It really helps to know someone who has connections.

It was suggested to sign up with LinkedIn, facebook, twitter, etc. so that's how my networking journey started. 

It's been interesting, and I've learning a lot.  Since  I became a Team Beachbody coach, I was also told to network.....more networking??  The coach I signed up under told me she mostly market her business through facebook and Twitter.  So I started to do the same.  

Also, I was told to go to BlackBelt Training and Magnetic Sponsoring sites to learn more.  I haven't done it yet, but it's my next step.

I'm not very good at sales so I'm not sure if I can sell anything, but I'll try as much as I can.  I'll post how and what will happen.  It will be interesting.

I just have to remember to take it one day at a time.  Be patient and follow my heart.

Being unemployed

I started running in January.  It was still very cold. I cannot believe it's been 6 months already.  

I started running to get rid of my stress.....stress of being laid off from work.

I never thought 6 months later, I would be still looking for a job. 

What is going on with me? or with this economy? with this world??

First 3 months, I was fortunate enough to be able to use the outplacement service.  It was a great experience.  I learned something new every time I went and attended different seminars.

It was also nice to see there are many people in the same situation just like me.  I felt like it was my job....to go to the office of the outplacement service.  Get up every morning and get ready to leave..!

So the first 3 months were actually the time to prepare.   I didn't really look for any jobs, but I was getting ready.  Learning how to update my resume, how to interview, how to do my 30 second speech, how to negotiate my salary, etc....

Also, at the same time I was studying to pass the CLEP tests to get my remaining 15 credits that I needed to graduate.  I have not studied that hard for a long time.   I used to go to the library or to the coffee shop to study.  It was actually fun.  Gave me something to do. It was in March when I finally finished all my tests.  I graduated!! Finally.

With my new diploma in my hands, I thought I would be finding a job right away.  It was going to be easy.

Now 3 months later.....still nothing.  I sent many resumes out. I registered with several agents. Nothing!  I had one interview through a friend who works there.  Other than that, not even a call for a phone interview.  At first, I was sending out maybe 3-4 resumes a week.....Now maybe 3-4 resumes a month.  I don't see anything I'm interested.  I even don't know what I want to do anymore.

I got so used to being home.  It seems like long time ago, when I was going to work everyday.  Am I going to be able to function in the workplace?  Would I know how to sit for 8 hours a day?  Would I be able to operate whatever I need to operate?

Being a single mother, I have to find something.  I cannot live on unemployment...which is not going to last forever.

I really love to stay home.  I want to run and exercise when I want to.  I also love being in front of the computer.   I would not mind to have a home business which can earn me enough money to live on.  That's why I really have to try very hard with this Team Beachbody business.  Hope 6 months from now, I can come back to this post and laugh.....

WOWY - Work Out With You

This is what WOWY is. You sign up for free, and there are all kinds of tools which will motivate you to continue working out.  You can also win money if you enter your workout....so I'm hoping that will happen to me someday.  I know.... "money is your motivation?", well yes.  It is for a lot of people I think.  It helps:)

After you sign up, you are recommended to post your "before" picture so you can compare it to your "after" picture.  Also, you can enter your measurements and your fit test result.  I have enter all the info., but the fit test.  I'm looking forward to see what happens to me after 90 days of ChaLEAN Extreme!

This is what I received from Beachbody...!

Ultimate Coach Starter Pack!!

I didn't know which one to go with, but it was suggested that I get this, because it's almost 50% off retail, and you get a bunch of different DVD programs.  I wanted to try P90X and the other packages you get only one program was only $100 less than this one.  Also, as long as you are a coach, it is better to have experiences with different programs. So I decided to go with this one.

The one item I really wanted to try was the Shakeology.  It's a meal replacement shake. I got the greenberry one, and it is not bad.  Actually it is very good.  I mix one scoop of this powder with 1/2 cup OJ, 3/4 cup water, some yogurt and banana.  Very thick if you banana, but it was great, especially good for breakfast.  Replace one meal a day with this shake is supposed to help you loose weight.  So we'll see what happens.  I've noticed though it helps me become more regular...:)

The one item I didn't know I was going to get was the measuring tape!!  Okay...so they want you to measure yourself....very nice of them.

I also got the ball, some resistance bands, and the coach kit.  The kit is very organized.  It contains a catalog, a couple of different instructions and the policy book.  Very nice information.  

Tony Horton in Atlanta

I met Tony Horton in Atlanta.... in person!

He is the fitness guy who created P90X, which is selling like crazy right now.

I had no idea that he was 51 years old.  He does not look it at all.

He is in great condition.  Also, he is a very nice person for real.

I was so impressed and inspiried to hear him talk.

It was a Beachbody Event.....for a newbie like me, it was very overwelming.  I was not sure what to expect.  Since I became a Beachbody coach, I decided that I will take this very seriously and will do the best I can with myself.  

The first and most important goal for me is to get fit! I want a 6 pack!!  I want to say...."I look great and feel great."

Also, with this I want to be succesful financially.  I love that Beachbody is helping people get healthy and fit at the same time helping people to earn money doing so.  I think it is a great concept.

Because I was laid off, I had an opportunity to work with an outplacement service, called Right Management.  It was a great experience.  They taught me how to create my resume, how to interview, how to network, etc. The greatest thing they taught me was to reassess your skills and yourself.

I've been with my same job for 13 years, and I was happy that I had a job and was able to bring home income.  I thought ....well with my skills and where I am at, I would study finance so I can try to get into better fiels.  I even didn't think if I like the finance field.

I finally got my degree and I've been looking for a job for 6 month (I still can't find a job), but I really don't know if I am the finance person.  However, I found that I really love working out, trying to healthy, and feeling great.  So I decided I would like to find a finance job in the healthcare industry....that way I would be in the industry...promoting healthy living to other people.  I look for companies who did just that....promote healthy living and solution.

Well, actually I found one.  Healthways....it's a great company so I interviewed, but I was not able to get in.  So now what?  Beachbody...basically does the same thing.  They promote healthy living to people by exercising.  They do that for individuals ....and the coaches are not professionals, but they are peers....people who care about others to do the same.

Well, my point is ...I think I found something I really want to do.  So we shall see what happens with this new venture.

Going back to the originally topic....."Tony Horton" and the Beachbody event.  Well, I was not sure at first.  Atlanta is 3:30 away and to get there for the event at 8 am, I would have to leave home at 3 am (because of the time change).  Like I said ...I'm taking this thing very seriously so I decided to go.  

Conclusion is that I am very glad that I went.  I met some nice people, some very postitive energetic people, and I really want to be succesful.  Well, this is only the beginning.....:)

Beachbody Coach!!

Now, it is official. I'm a Beachbody Coach!  Woo Hoo!!

I always liked Beachbody products since I used Slim-In-6 about 5 years ago.  I'm not sure why I stopped using it. These past 5 years have been kinda blah.....I don't know, but I was not myself.

I should not blame everything to the relationship problem I had for 5 years, but it seems like it was the problem.  Now it's over, I'm so happy.  Feeling great and free!

I've been hearing about different programs by Beachbody, such as P90X, but I am really glad to find  "ChaLEAN Extreme" by Chalene Johnson!  She also has Turbo Jam program, but she is so inspiring, fun and energetic.

I started using it about 2 weeks ago, and it is a good program for my cross training.  Also, I was not able to tone done around my tummy area = problem area, but now I'm seeing some changes.  It is very convenient for me, because I can do it at home.  I've been going to the cardio kickboxing class, but it's been very hard to get to because of my son's activities.

Since I started ChaLEAN Extreme, I decided to join Team Beachbody (for free), and join WOWY (work out with you) = online gym.  I click on the button before I start the program and then click again to finish.  This makes you eligible for the drawing they have everyday.  Somedays it's $300 and somedays it's $1000.  So hopefully, I can win $$$ someday.

Finally, after doing some research and a lot of thinking, I decided to become a coach.  A coach gets 25% off of everything plus, if you sell something  you get 25% of the amount.  I thought it would be great for me, since I love working out, I love the program, and I need some income!! It does not require much to start ($39) and it is for the starter kit; then $15 a month for your website.  If you are not happy, you can cancel within 30 days and get your money back....so it is risk free.  A coach who finds others to become coaches, gets bonus value. 

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