Why I Never Want to Be Called a Guru … part 2

Shazam! You keep knocking these out of the ballpark Elizabeth!

I can definitely see this applying in the raw food world too. There are certain raw advocates who preach 100% raw.. and then there are people like Sarma who tell us straight up that she drank some beer, and wanted to gnaw on a 2 by 4 during her juice feast/fast. It's so honest and totally disarming, and most importantly it's true! I like to tell people that I'm not 100% raw, I feel better when I eat 100% raw, but I'm not “perfect” or trying to pretend to be either.

Love it!! Keep sharing your truth, you rock!

thanks Nathalie! yes, those everything-or-nothing approaches don't work, and that's not how human beings are anyway, in real life … and everyone knows that.

Hi Elizabeth,

Liked Part One so much I returned for Part Two. I'm relieved someone finally said this. The beauty of our true gift is that it's the one we struggle with ourselves and will continue to struggle with. Not sure it's possible or desirable to conquer anything 100%. Thx!

Giulietta, Inspirational Rebel

Interesting post Elizabeth. I remember the first time I heard a comment about someone's stage persona vs their real personality. My thought was, how sad, what a lot of work that must be, it never occurred to me that anyone would think they needed to differentiate between the two. What's the point of creating your own business (especially if you are the brand) if you feel you have to fake it? That's not my style and I don't advise anyone to ever do that.

Wow, another great post Elizabeth and I completely agree! In my opinion, I have seen this happen a lot in direct sales. People are so hungry to recruit they they say anything to get that person to sign up with them. The truth of it is, direct sales is hard work . There seems to be a misconception about direct sales as a home based business. But, you still have to work it everyday, meet people, build relationships, do some cold calling, figure out a marketing plan, etc.

I have seen many recruits disappointed by their sponsors when it isn't easy for them, they're investing more in the business than they are making and they aren't getting any recruits. Their sponsor made the business seem so easy that the new recruit is discouraged and quits. I think the turnover rate in direct sales would decrease if the potential recruits had a more realistic presentation of the business. I hope more sponsors start sharing their trials and tribulations to success so that their recruits know they've “been there, done that” and can help them if they are willing to work hard to succeed.

As always, this is your authentic video!
1. They may be making million dollars as they claim, but may not be revealing honestly how much time, money and efforts they put in. How many years they have worked? They may have been working at something for 7-8 years, but the growth picked up in the 7th year. That does not mean they achieved in 1-2 years. Making million dollars is one thing, but what is the net profit.
2. Yes, personally I too like to work with (client or service provider) who mean what they say and are authentic.
Thanks

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I think we've seen what happens when gurus start believing their own hype and fall victim to their own guruness – just ask James Ray

Now, thre's a “rise of the anti-guru” movement.

Does anyone remember what Mom (or your favorite parental unit) used to say?
“If they don't like you for who you are, you didn't want to be their friend anyway.”

Yep, Mom's still the best guru of all time.

Hey Elizabeth,
Great stuff as usual. In this day,when everyone talks about 'booked' events and 'over capacity' phone lines, it's so refreshing to hear your word. Life challenges us all the time and delivering those messages are a far greater gift than shoveling….well, you know. Thanks for being so true to yourself and others!
Patti Handy

Hi Elizabeth – Thank you for the breath of fresh air in Part 1 & 2 of your Guru videos. Your perspective resonates with me and it is refreshing to have someone stand in their truth and tell it like it is. As the saying goes, the truth shall set you free. Many blessings to you!

LOL ~ Loving these vids! Tell it like it is – you go girl!
I almost got took by a guru once… Thank God it was : almost!

I love the “homeless” story. It seems like everyone has a “rags to riches” story. It's old and tired. I love how your message resonates with me.

I love the “homeless” story. It seems like everyone has a “rags to riches” story. It's old and tired. I love how your message resonates with me.