In this episode, Darnell Self shares his life journey, highlighting the importance of faith, family, and finance in his success. He discusses the power of forgiveness and gratitude and how a life-threatening incident led him to pursue Network Marketing. Darnell reflects on the inclusivity in the Network Marketing community and his early struggles, emphasizing the significance of personal development and resilience. He achieved a million-dollar income through dedication and learning from money management mistakes. Darnell stresses the need to inspire and motivate team members, while also addressing cultural decisions and the challenges of race and discrimination. The episode offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs and leaders, celebrating wins and finding one's passion in Network Marketing.
Whether you're a seasoned Network Marketer or an aspiring entrepreneur, join us to glean insights from Darnell Self's remarkable journey and embrace the principles that lead to success, both in business and in life.
About:
Darnell Self is a graduate of Bowie State University and joined LegalShield in 1998. With a passion for team building and personal development, he crafted a successful duplicable system, earning recognition as Entrepreneur of the Year by the National Black Chamber of Commerce. Darnell has mentored thriving entrepreneurs and inspired business students. He believes in providing opportunities for success to all, resulting in numerous LegalShield Ring Earners and Millionaire Club Members. Together with Michael Humes, he co-founded Fertile Ground, empowering others through the power of giving. Darnell's dedication to helping others has made him a true inspiration in entrepreneurship.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Darnell Self's life journey and experiences emphasize faith, family, and finance in his success.
A life-threatening incident led him to pursue Network Marketing and find success.
The Network Marketing community embraces inclusivity and acceptance for people from diverse backgrounds to succeed.
Darnell shares struggles and financial difficulties, supported by his wife during tough times.
Focusing on personal development and skills brought him significant success in Network Marketing.
Darnell highlights the importance of inspiring and motivating team members to achieve more.
A successful team emphasizes professionalism and respect in their cultural decisions and leadership qualities.
He encourages finding passion and using Network Marketing to fuel it.
Identifying the real driving force for action, even when unmotivated, is crucial.
Darnell addresses the challenges of race and discrimination
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Website URL: https://www.darnellself.com/
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Darnell Self’s LinkedIn 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/darnell-self-919a2580/
TIME STAMPS:
00:00 - How to be an inclusive leader
00:21 - Introduction to Darnell Self
03:47 - Growing up in a middle-class family
06:46 - The impact for Darnell as an only child when his parents broke up
08:38 - Darnell’s interests and hobbies
10:45 - What did he do after college?
12:21 - The story of why he quit his job at the mall
15:10 - How Darnell got into Network Marketing
18:25 - The importance of faith in his career
21:04 - How Network Marketing has helped create a community where people can come in
23:44 - How Network Marketing allowed them to expand their networks
26:54 - Darnell’s and his family’s first thoughts about the presentation
30:30 - What kind of success did he have in the first 90 days?
32:34 - The turning point in his financial life
36:21 - What happens in those 90 days for Darnell?
40:35 - He took his attention off of his personal production and put it on his team
41:44 - The importance of knowledge in the preparation season
42:46 - Hitting $100,000 a year to always hit a million
44:02 - The first vehicle he bought
50:05 - Darnell's some of the biggest mistakes made when it comes to building team
52:16 - Build at once and have it forever is an absolute myth
54:57 - Developing edification within the team
56:31 - The level of respect is important. It diminishes gossip and being judgmental
1:00:19 - Defined failure in winning the wrong
1:01:37 - No one wants to live in a neighborhood called failure
1:02:21 - What blows up most organizations
1:05:47 - Apologies for your mistakes
1:07:58 - Darnell learned to have a serious conversation as quickly as possible
1:09:06 - Sometimes the issue that comes to you as a leader is not even the real issue
1:10:02 - The percentage of black organizations in the United States
1:11:54 - Lesson learned as a leader and advice for white people
1:16:18 - The challenge of going into a market with the team and not being accepted
1:18:27 - There is still so much inequality and people are not treated the same
1:19:49 - Telling the truth about discrimination
1:22:16 - How can I get better every day?
1:25:42 - Darnell's advice to newbies in Network Marketing
1:28:38 - How to support The Excellence Project?
1:28:58 - END
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