What is a thought leader? Wikipedia defines a thought leader as a person who is recognized among their peers and mentors for innovative ideas and demonstrates the confidence to promote or share those ideas as actionable distilled insights.
Taking the vast ocean of opportunities, how does a thought leader develop ideas into a full grown an action plan? Being a thought leader can be a powerful tool, especially in the development stages of a endeavour, such a taking a company international or developing a compensation plan for a network marketing company.
The health of a company indeed is built upon leadership. According to Heartland, a network of leaders, "Some visions of thought leaders are to fuel the evolution of leaders who choose to contribute to sustaining life (body, mind and spirit) in ourselves, our organizations, and our communities. Leadership development is rooted in personal development & organizational transformation is rooted in individual transformation." It seems that Leadership Development is more than helping people become a dynamic speaker, or a top CEO known for organizational skills, LD is also about helping people expand opportunities in the area of thinking.
Christopher Columbus was a thought leader. While most of the known world thought he was crazy for believing he could sail around the ocean, not because everyone thought the world was flat (after the 2nd Century most actually believed the world to be round), but rather the voyage would take so long that a crew would run out of water and food long before reaching Asia. He opened up vast wealth to Spain for investing in his excursion.
Michael Dell is a thought leader. Some of you may know the story how instead of pursuing medicine Michael Dell left to build computers. He thought leadership was evident when he decided that he could sell his computers directly to the customer, something no other company had done at that point as successfully as he did.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Sunday, March 23, 2008
OceanGrown International - OceanBreakers Burn!
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Develop Yourself
We all want success in our OGI business. OceanGrown International is providing a great opportunity for us, yet it is incumbant that we develop skills that will further our business.
That may be soft skills, such as developing our ability to communicate, taking personal responsibility for our business, good teamwork and having integrity. It may be by building technical skills such as website design, writing skills, Search Engine Optimization and knowledge of specifics about our company.
Some of the best resources for developing skills, both hard and soft is reading. I talk to many people who tell me they haven't picked up a book in years. Self development books and audio's are great sources of soft skill development. Technical books, such as "How to's" or podcasts on SEO can provide some technical skills. Specific literature about our company is important so you can speak with authority about what we offer and where we are going as a company.
It takes action, along with knowledge that leads to success. Don't be afraid to make mistakes along the way. The faster you make mistakes in this business, the faster you grow your skills and improve results. Develop yourself because in the end, you... are your greatest investment.
Here are a few books (thanks for the comment andrew). I will add a few more later that I have personally benefited from and I think anyone looking to increase knowledge in the network marketing industry should have.
That may be soft skills, such as developing our ability to communicate, taking personal responsibility for our business, good teamwork and having integrity. It may be by building technical skills such as website design, writing skills, Search Engine Optimization and knowledge of specifics about our company.
Some of the best resources for developing skills, both hard and soft is reading. I talk to many people who tell me they haven't picked up a book in years. Self development books and audio's are great sources of soft skill development. Technical books, such as "How to's" or podcasts on SEO can provide some technical skills. Specific literature about our company is important so you can speak with authority about what we offer and where we are going as a company.
It takes action, along with knowledge that leads to success. Don't be afraid to make mistakes along the way. The faster you make mistakes in this business, the faster you grow your skills and improve results. Develop yourself because in the end, you... are your greatest investment.
Here are a few books (thanks for the comment andrew). I will add a few more later that I have personally benefited from and I think anyone looking to increase knowledge in the network marketing industry should have.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
OceanGrown International - OAVE™
Much of the descriptions here are from the corporate site, as I cannot say it better.
OAVE™ is a skincare line designed to PROTECT, NOURISH and BUILD the body's largest organ. OAVE™ is the ultimate treatment for your skin, the OGIBlueprint™ uniting Astaxanthin (red algae), Icelandic Moss and Irish Seaweed.
With the highest quality ingredients at a very reasonable price and great branding, I think you will agree that the OAVE™ line is a great product.
OAVE™ is a skincare line designed to PROTECT, NOURISH and BUILD the body's largest organ. OAVE™ is the ultimate treatment for your skin, the OGIBlueprint™ uniting Astaxanthin (red algae), Icelandic Moss and Irish Seaweed.
As your first line of defense to the elements, your skin is an outward sign of your age. When skin gets dry, it looks wrinkled. As your skin breathes daily, a significant amount of water is lost – OAVE™'s hydrating ingredients will quench frequent thirst with the finest natural ocean ingredients.
These are the first line of products:With the highest quality ingredients at a very reasonable price and great branding, I think you will agree that the OAVE™ line is a great product.
OceanGrown International - Asta-what???
Astaxanthin (pronounced as-tuh-zan'-thin). Astaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant. Repairing and preventing damage by free-radicals in the body, astaxanthin is unique that is doesn't convert into Vitamin A, which at high doses can be toxic to humans.
Astaxanthin, provides the red coloration of salmon, traps more types of free radical molecules that are destructive to cells than any other antioxidant. Astaxanthin is a strong weapon in the battle against free radicals and the many age-related diseases associated with them. Thus, it is used in the most effective anti-aging skin care creams and supplements.
Astaxanthin is a red pigment occurring naturally in a wide variety of living organisms. Most crustaceans, including shrimp, crawfish, crabs and lobster, are tinted red by accumulated astaxanthin; the pink flesh of healthy wild salmon is a clear example. Several studies have shown how effective astaxanthin is as a cancer preventive in rats and mice. Astaxanthin is a powerful biological antioxidant, especially effective at preventing lipid peroxidation, with up to 500 higher efficacy than vitamin E, and up to 10 times stronger than beta-carotene.
The FDA has approved the following claims of astaxanthin, amazing as there are very few health claims that can be made of any one product or substance:
Astaxanthin, provides the red coloration of salmon, traps more types of free radical molecules that are destructive to cells than any other antioxidant. Astaxanthin is a strong weapon in the battle against free radicals and the many age-related diseases associated with them. Thus, it is used in the most effective anti-aging skin care creams and supplements.
Astaxanthin is a red pigment occurring naturally in a wide variety of living organisms. Most crustaceans, including shrimp, crawfish, crabs and lobster, are tinted red by accumulated astaxanthin; the pink flesh of healthy wild salmon is a clear example. Several studies have shown how effective astaxanthin is as a cancer preventive in rats and mice. Astaxanthin is a powerful biological antioxidant, especially effective at preventing lipid peroxidation, with up to 500 higher efficacy than vitamin E, and up to 10 times stronger than beta-carotene.
The FDA has approved the following claims of astaxanthin, amazing as there are very few health claims that can be made of any one product or substance:
- Joint Health
- Healthy Immune Function
- Tendon Health
- Healthy Skin
- Anti-aging through Cellular Health
- Increased Energy Levels
- Healthy Oxidative Balance
- Recovery after Exercise
- Healthly Cardiovascular System
- Eye Health
- Crosses the Blood-Brain Barrier
- Normal C-Reactive Protein Levels
- Supports Recovery from Sun Exposure
Natural astaxanthin is so effective as an antioxidant, natural UV protector and anti-inflammitory, it has gotten alot of research in recent years. If you are looking for more information on Astaxanthin, you can check it out here.
OceanGrown International - Who are we?
So you have met the leaders. Now, what the heck is OceanGrown International? Well Kerry has developed an outstanding company based on products harvested from the ocean. OAVE, a skin care line features natural astaxanthin, a strong antioxidant, and promotes healthy skin. Oceanbreakers Burn, a weight management product is set to launch in April. Featuring a unique delivery system, this product will be a big seller. Stay tuned for more information.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
OceanGrown International, Founder Kerry Brown
Well, Since this is a blog about OceanGrown International, let me tell you a little about our the CEO and founder, Kerry Brown. He is a leader with a strong vision for the future. Here is an excerpt from the corporate site, a link is provided below.
Kerry Brown — President, Founding Partner
An intuitive and perceptive entrepreneur, Kerry Brown thrives on creating and designing million dollar ideas. Dedicated to building on his education, Kerry's ambition placed him in front of several timely and unique opportunities. With a proven business portfolio, he built several companies attracting a swell of investors, eager to capitalize on his farsighted plans. His experience in strategy and product development makes him the ideal leader of OGI's new, fresh lifestyle brand.
Kerry served as a senior product manager for a multi-million dollar dietary supplement...
For more about Kerry, check out the corporate site, at www.ogilife.com/home
Kerry Brown — President, Founding Partner
An intuitive and perceptive entrepreneur, Kerry Brown thrives on creating and designing million dollar ideas. Dedicated to building on his education, Kerry's ambition placed him in front of several timely and unique opportunities. With a proven business portfolio, he built several companies attracting a swell of investors, eager to capitalize on his farsighted plans. His experience in strategy and product development makes him the ideal leader of OGI's new, fresh lifestyle brand.
Kerry served as a senior product manager for a multi-million dollar dietary supplement...
For more about Kerry, check out the corporate site, at www.ogilife.com/home
OceanGrown International Ocean Avenue Wealth
Welcome Everyone. This is the first post to Ocean Avenue Wealth, a blog on what is happening with OceanGrown International. You can expect to see content updated frequently. Please feel free to contact us at Rebecca@oceanavenuewealth.com or visit or Product site at www.myogilife.com/oceanavenue.
If you are part of the OceanGrown family, please leave a comment, telling us were you are from, we would love to hear from you.
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