You Don’t Know Who I Am, Do You…
By Kevin Nations Posted on Nov 13, 2009
Knock, Knock – who’s there?
Whoa, Nelly – if you ever thought my blog posts were direct before, this one’s gonna take things to a whole ‘nuther level!
I was in Vegas last weekend checking out the venue for my event Love your Clients, Love your Business, Love your Life! (stay tuned). While there, I attended Ali Brown’s ‘Shine’ (amazing job Ali!) and stopped by Armand Morin’s BIG Seminar.
(The BIG seminar was my entree into this world so I’m indebted to Armand and team for putting on an event LONG ago that let me see the possibilities of this amazing and wonderful life!)
Anyway (fasten your seatbelts)…
Some ‘marketer’ overheard me talking to a friend about my upcoming event and asked about it. Since I’m not rolling it out yet – I was VERY short on details…
Then “IT” came out!
“You don’t know who I am do you?”, he asked?
“Nope” – I replied
“I make over $100 million a year online”
“Cool”
“And I work with (insert names of 5 of the industry’s top speakers). Do you work with THEM or with people like “those in the room”?
“Dude, it’s been an HONOR to meet you” – and I walked away. This was CLEARLY not how I measure success!
Thinking back, my dad always told me as I left the house as a teen “Remember who you are”. And last weekend – I did!
The notion that someone could “be” their income or the gurus they hang with just floored me – and begged the question… “Well, Kevin – then who are YOU?”
So – for those of you who don’t know who “I AM” – I just want to go on record.
Who IS this Kevin Nations guy you’re reading about?
I LOVE to teach and mentor people to incredible success. That being said…
I reject the hierarchy of GURU status. I stand as an agent of change against the premise that you must consistently be co-dependent on someone and follow their growth up a ladder.
I firmly believe in a natural or divine order vs. a hierarchical order and am HONORED when my clients transcend my success in a certain area. I am here for a PURPOSE and seek to fulfill that purpose more so than to create a platform through intelligence, positioning and/or manipulation.
I am the world’s PRINCIPLE agent of change when it comes to helping heart-centered leaders develop and communicate their MAXIMUM value. There is no one who is a close second in this area.
I don’t align with hierarchy-based guru leadership even in situations where I would be at the pinnacle of that hierarchy!
And my clients are empowered to grow to their HIGHEST place in the world – not to some place perennially behind me as I fantasize about ‘blazing their trail’ forever.
My mission
With all the love I can muster, a great part of my current mission is to abolish the follow-the-guru mindset that is causing a TON of otherwise bright people who begin to follow said ‘marketing expert’ to give up ALL of their power. And to do things that conflict with their own values all because “someone told them to”.
So – even as an ardent admirer of the AMAZING feats that the marketing greats have accomplished, my greatest mission in the world is not served by hobnobbing with them on their latest ventures and being a cog in the wheel of massive significance!
My mission is recruiting, empowering and then sending out people who may not yet know how powerful they are. But who – once they do – are causing a collective impact on our universe that is far more transformative than any single personality can take credit for!
How can we play together?
If you’re brave enough to take on that charge, I was sent here to serve you to do that in a way that transcends your wildest imagination.
“They” may never know who we are… But the “other people” who are crying out to be empowered – to be served – to have their lives changed will NEVER forget who we are to them.
I am SO not here to collect admirers who experience success second-hand just by knowing me. I’ve been sent here to empower YOU to have your own success in a way you’ve NEVER even imagined.
If you’re looking for another guru to follow and admire, I’m not your guy. If you’re ready to have someone show YOU just how great YOU are and how to find and communicate your value so that you can truly rise up into the you that was destined from the beginning of time. I was sent to this planet expressly for that purpose!
If you EVER choose to follow any of the teachings I’ve been gifted to share, don’t follow them because I am so great, but because of your OWN greatness that they can lead you further into. YOU have a much bigger place in this world than being a ‘follower’ of me – and I stand prepared to celebrate your success with fun and abandon…
Even this blog exists not for MY promotion but to help serve you growing into YOUR highest gift to this world.
So – I’m grateful for the reminder to look at who I am, no matter how it was delivered. And I challenge you to look into the mirrors and see how awesome YOU are as well!
It may be a bit quirky but I’m dang proud to be me … and even more grateful to have the honor to be serving/knowing you!
Love, Me!
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As all you regular blog readers know – this post isn’t complete until you put in your two cents! Take a moment to comment about your thoughts and to share on facebook, twitter, via the links below…
Jack Austin
Apr 29th, 2010
Kevin,
I love this post. I loved it when I read it back in Nov. The difference is my stage on the path is different. Now having met you, I see the anti-guru/change agent point your are making here. I appreciate the points you are making and choose to bring my light out from the bushel basket. I look forward to learning more about my greatness and also what you have to teach.
thanks for the good sense and clear distinctions.
Karen Clark
Dec 8th, 2009
Wow. Catching up after not reading your blog for a while and this one makes me want to work with you! I’m just starting a consulting business and finding myself a little wobbly as I am moving from selling a physical product to selling “me” and it’s been very easy to get caught up in the egos of others. Serving, teaching and inspiring others has always been my passion and reading this has snapped me back to it! THANK YOU!!
Jhet aka Juliet van Ruyven
Dec 6th, 2009
Yes Kevin, you don’t know me just yet. And I so believe that everything is in DIVINE ORDER! I was writing a thank you note to your friend Pina in FB and notice your name mentioned.
Ooopppps that hurts was my first reaction as I read your blog for I must admit, I can mirror myself as that person at times. I feel that I need to transform my life once again and wanting some signs trusting having faith and keep saying to myself “everything I need is taken care of to follow my higher path” – low and behold I came across this very compelling and profound message of yours that penetrated into my core. Me playing small doesn’t serve me anymore! My heart and soul is calling me to be of service and fulfill the purpose I came here to be. As a saying goes “when the student is ready the teacher will come.
Thank you Kevin for being an angel and for your gift of love to the world!
Infinite love and gratitude,
Jhet
Living in a life of gratitude, abundance and purpose
Nikki Lundberg
Nov 26th, 2009
Hi Kevin!
Thanks for the blog post- enjoyed it. I am learning a lot and I like your spin on things.
I live in Vegas and hope to meet you while you are in town for your event.
Warmly,
Nikki Lundberg
Stephanie Calahan (@StephCalahan)
Nov 24th, 2009
Kevin -
Bravo! While I admire many gurus, I have never been one to follow someone because of “who” they “were.” That, of course, is a whole portion of your teachings isn’t it? I am shocked (and probably should not be) that someone would be so blatent with their approach to anyone. I was raised that it was not polite behavior to try to make someone else feel small. Too bad. It seems that individual still has a lot to learn in order to reach their full potential!
I too believe that we are all here to reach a calling that God has for us. I’m glad that there are people like you that are willing to guide without ego. I look forward to the journey I am on with you.
To your success!
Stephanie
Productive & Organized – We’ll help you find your way! ™
Sherrie Rose (The Love Linguist)
Nov 18th, 2009
Kevin,
Fantastic article!
I liked this the best “How can we play together?
If you’re brave enough to take on that charge, I was sent here to serve you to do that in a way that transcends your wildest imagination.”
Hail to the Ambassador of Fun who can truly add fun to sales business!
Best,
Sherrie
The Love Linguist
Barry Selby
Nov 17th, 2009
Thank you Kevin for your authenticity, humor and demonstration that we can be the best by being ourselves, by following our hearts and living and expressing our purpose. It is not status or comparison that defines us,
Amen brother!
Barry.
Andrew McCauley
Nov 17th, 2009
Thanks for a great post and some reality check. Awesome to catch up with you in Vegas too. Looking forward to the upcoming calls
Andrew
susan kuhn frost
Nov 17th, 2009
Kevin, this is why people love working with you. Reconnecting work and money with personal meaning is a high calling indeed. Truth and meaning trickle up, influencing our economy and our society for the good.
Slogans and campaigns to “improve” our world come and go. When you can combine meaning and personal growth with a sound business model, you have created the gold standard for something that will last and expand. Business is the most powerful force for lasting improvement of human life on this planet.
Susan
currently writing the book:
Renewing the Spirit of Capitalism
Felicia Slattery
Nov 16th, 2009
Hey Kevin,
The more I get to know you, the more I am impressed with how you truly are in person and how that completely is consistent with your “persona.” You really are a “what-you-see-is-what-you-get” kinda guy in all the best ways.
I’m honored to call you my friend and mentor. And am so grateful you are fully living and communicating your mission to the world. We are all better for it! And the more people take your training, the more the world will be better for all the lives that are touched in a positive way.
Hugs,
Felicia
Diane Johnston
Nov 16th, 2009
Hey Kevin,
Awesome post! Thanks for shouting out your truth and reminding us of our own
D
Faye
Nov 16th, 2009
Thanks for your posts, Kevin.
I so appreciate your candor and attitude about life. Because of working with you, my belief in myself has gone to a whole ‘nother level.
You opened up a whole new world of possibility to me, in a way that I had never even thought about. My entire life has shifted as a result of knowing you.
As someone else mentioned, I get a couple hundred emails a day, many of which do not get opened. However, I always know that yours will be worth the time to read and digest.
Keep on keeping on!
How can I be of service to you today?
Julie Gabrielli
Nov 16th, 2009
Kevin,
This is a great reminder of the importance of humility in all things. You set a great example by knowing your purpose, celebrating your abilities, and inviting people to play along with you.
I have been blessed w/ some wonderful mentors this year. I really appreciate your light touch. We don’t laugh enough lately!
cheers,
Julie
Debbie Franklin
Nov 16th, 2009
This is a great post! This has been a heavy topic of discussion between my friends and colleagues lately. I have been reading posts from people that are completely following “gurus” blindly and losing who they are and what they stand for in the process.
Thank you for stating so openly, what has been on so many of our minds.
Kevin Nations
Nov 15th, 2009
Hey everybody with a BLUE random circle by your entry! – Go add your pic to this blog and all the other blogs you comment on at http://Gravatar.com
I PROMISE you’re cuter than that crazy, lazy ‘G’
Debbie LaChusa
Nov 15th, 2009
Thank you once again for boldly speaking your truth and inspiring all of us to do the same. You are a breath of fresh air in the online marketing world and I am so honored to know you and to call you my mentor. Thank you also for holding the space for me to step up and into myself fully. And for helping me follow a path of authenticity. I am so excited about the coming year after meeting with you this past week. And last but not least, thank you for helping to make my birthday week one I will never forget.
Debbie
Kevin Nations
Nov 15th, 2009
Debbie – You’re the bomb! Can’t wait to see your seven-figure year and to experience you and Louie working together!
You CAN do this on YOUR terms. I’m so glad to watch that play out for you. I’m honored to have the opportunity to mentor you. I agree with what you said in Ohio. I don’t think you’ll recognize your life next year.
Jacqueline Johns - Life Mentor
Nov 14th, 2009
Hey Kevin,
How refreshing to read of someone in this industry who is not full of themselves.
You sure you’re not an Aussie?
Live Life Happy!
Kevin Nations
Nov 15th, 2009
Thanks, love.
No- not an Aussie but you guys keep trying to drag me out!
Kevin
Scout Wilkins
Nov 14th, 2009
Kevin – Great post and wow, great replies!! You definitely rang a bell for us!
Thanks for the clarity you have, about making work fun, easy, profitable and accessible. Just spending one day with you completely changed my clarity around who I am and what I am doing, and the nuggets CONTINUE to drop in.
Rock on!! It’s a pleasure to know you.
Kevin Nations
Nov 15th, 2009
FUN – yes Scout. I’m so honored to watch you step into earning what you’re worth doing what you were brought here to do!
Keep it up!
Cathie Denehy
Nov 14th, 2009
Thanks Kevin, that was just a dose of fresh air. When are you coming to Australia???? Cathie
Kevin Nations
Nov 15th, 2009
Aussies! You guys never give up! Must have had 10 requests this week from email, facebook and now here! OK, OK – I’m coming out there!
On a serious note, I’d be honored to swing through your awesome country and meet some of my cool clients there!
Linda Black
Nov 14th, 2009
Hi Kevin,
I too stand in service to those who seek to create an extraordinary business and life by empowering others to be the best they can be.
Here’s what I know… the most important asset in achieving wealth and success is your mind. Master your mind and you will achieve wealth and improve the overall quality of your life dramatically. You’ll go further, faster than you ever imagined possible. Suddenly what seemed impossible is now possible. Here’s the thing…you can become wealthy or successful by training your mind to achieve the objective and that to achieve wealth and success; you must want it and condition your mind to attract it. You must have a proven belief that YOU can become successful. Everyone holds beliefs about money, wealth and achievement. And what you believe dictates the type of relationship you have with success—and the wealth that your success produces. So I applaud you Kevin for providing estraordinary tools to empower clients that if utilized allows them to shine. Wow – that is priceless.
To Your Success!
Linda Black
Millard Grubb
Nov 14th, 2009
Kevin,
Thanks for the genuine post!
It is rare to see such honesty and openness on the web. I intend to follow you more closely from now on.
How can I help?
Millard
Tanya Smith
Nov 14th, 2009
A very heartfelt post Kevin, and I think it’s fair to say that your ‘followers’ think so highly of you not because you’re a ‘guru’ but because you’re prepared to tell it how it is!
I think any person’s success can be judged in the difference they make for others, not just for themselves, and your clearly hold that value dear too
Hope to see you in the UK soon?!
Tanya – UK
Ms. Rizo Santos Saverio
Nov 14th, 2009
You don’t know who I am but I certainly enjoy that which I am part of, and of which you are, too.
Knowing more each day, meeting or hearing of people in search of their higher selves, gives me hope that we can turn the tide, we can bring heaven to earth, be the change that transforms, be the good that heals.
Pina De Rosa
Nov 13th, 2009
Passion.
Mission.
Straight Forwardness.
Respect.
Heart.
Fun.
Empowerment.
Amen!
Tina
Nov 13th, 2009
Hi Kevin,
Thank you for the valuable insights you shared on the telesem last night and for today’s blog post. My primary email box gets bombarded with all sorts of things so I usually skim through them and blog posts. YOUR message came through very strong and clear: an authentic human being in touch with himself and his life’s purpose, dedicated to helping those who are serious reach their true potential. You are a breath of fresh air and I thank God for helping me find you.
Molly Chapman
Nov 13th, 2009
Kevin, I must admit meeting you has eluded me until Nov 2009, but I liked what I heard, and confirm that you’re right.
A friend of mine did a market test for her product and the clear winner was the one that cost MORE. I believe we get what we pay for, and I won’t sell myself short.
In addition, I want clients who can and are willing to pay for the incredible value I provide. Your seminar cemented that desire and I thank you for bolstering my resolve not to give away my unique expertise. You rock!
Gene
Nov 13th, 2009
Where did you come from? I get so many emails I can’t remember everything I signed up to receive.
Mostly, I take a quick look and hit delete. This one I didn’t.
I don’t need to pat you on the back for a great, heartfelt post ’cause you already reap the magnificent rewards associated with helping others achieve their goals – but I do regardless.
I’ll be sure to open your emails from now on.
Live your dream,
Gene
Kevin Nations
Nov 15th, 2009
Thanks so much Gene! Hope to always live up to be someone you’ll continue to want to open emails from…
Philip Allen
Nov 13th, 2009
This was the first e mail I have opened from you for a long while.
It was a refreshing change from all the emails I get from the seminar speaker crowd promoting their latest fad
Luisa Rasiej
Nov 13th, 2009
Hey Kevin,
Yeah, I stand with you. When I can look at you and see myself reflected there, all the work is worth it! You are holding the light so I can see who I am, till I hold the light for myself; I am and will continue to do the same for others!
Let’s rock-n-roll the world and assist everyone see their magnificence. You are awesome!
Love, Luisa
Lynne Klippel
Nov 13th, 2009
Kevin-
Great post as always. It is thrilling to see you step out with your heart so publicially. When I met you in January at Christine Kloser’s event, I was immediately taken with your sincerity.
By the way, I am revisiting the trainig you did with Lisa S on the Money Talk earlier this year and implementing your strategies with great success. I’ll be sending you my succcess story in a month or two when my full results are in.
Blessings always,
Lynne
Cecil McIntosh
Nov 13th, 2009
Hi Kevin,
Some of us have been brained washed into believing that success is measured by the amount of money (TOYS) we have.
Now don’t get me wrong there is certainly noting wrong with being a financial success. The secret is… how many people have you touched along the way.
Here’s the thing… MANY people who are successful financially are caught up in their head and the poor heart does not get a chance to function.
When the heart is not functioning properly then we suffer from all kind of health problem.
So Kevin, just continue to let your HEART be your guide.
Peace to you my brother.
Cecil.
Kevin Nations
Nov 15th, 2009
Thanks so much Cecil – You do have a way of bringing PEACE wherever you go!
Anthony
Nov 13th, 2009
So glad I found out about you Kevin!
This post is very inspiring.
Like you, I just want to help people and make the world a better place.
I have a unique philosophy/way of doing it, but your teachings are going to help me express it in the best way possible!
And I hope I can scrape together the money to get your prospect seduction blue print, very soon!
Kevin Nations
Nov 15th, 2009
Love to have you on board Anthony! – You DO know there’s a 4-pay (at least for a few more days!)
Amy Franko
Nov 13th, 2009
Kevin, 2 things you wrote really stand out to me.
First, that success is measured differently by everyone. We shouldn’t presume that the person standing next to us wants what we want (or what we have for that matter).
Second, the guru status thing – it’s SO easy to get caught up in it. Whether it’s following someone up the ladder, or just blindly believing what they say. I’m learning that with “guru status” there’s often a big disconnect between perception and reality.
Great post! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Kevin Nations
Nov 15th, 2009
Thanks for the comments, Amy!
And I’m all for PUSHING the envelope – just pushing to be OUR best instead of comparing to someone else. At the end of the day, our best is a HIGHER standard if we’re really naked about it…
Jennifer
Nov 13th, 2009
Thanks for a thought provoking post. It fascinates me how so many people are eager to jump into “idol” mode – both as “guru” and “follower”. We’re all just people, working towards our goals. I appreciate your words here! Great blog!
Gael Chilson
Nov 13th, 2009
I enjoyed reading your blog – and I don’t take time to read hardly any blogs at all. The title of your blog and something about it just attracted me. I thoroughly appreciate your message.
Randy Peck
Nov 13th, 2009
Hi Kevin, Thanks for sharing this powerful and transparent message. Thank you for taking a stand for who you are in Vegas and being true to your God-given assignment. Thank you for the big difference you have already made in my life. I was so blessed to have met you in person and learned from you at Bernadette Doyle’s 3-day seminar on Sept 18-20. Blessings to experience God in extraordinary ways for extraordinary fruit! Randy
Kevin Nations
Nov 15th, 2009
Great meeting you too in DC, Randy!
Pamelah
Nov 13th, 2009
Kevin, your heart felt sharing is delightful and I found myself willing to read through the entire post instead of skimming which I have done with many other people’s posts. The authenticity you share is really the bottom line for any of us in the helping professions. I can feel the respect of your clients making comments here because they feel not only your self-respect but your self-love.
Mike Larter
Nov 13th, 2009
Hi Kevin – really value your expertise in Social Media, Mindset Training, Lead Attraction and LEad Generation as we share the exact same business passions. It’s clear you are extremely popular in your home country and across the world – do you ever visit the United Kingdom or have any business networking connection in the UK you respect who you can perhaps plug me into?
Have bookmarked your blog and will retweet any good posts to my Twitter army.
Thanks For Providing Value, Wisdom, Positivity and Guidance In A Dynamic Virtual landscape.
Best Wishes
Mike Larter, United Kingdom
Skype: mikelarter1
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Mike, I have LOTS of clients in the UK and would love to travel there in 2010. About 1/3 of my students in my Big Ticket Blueprint program are from the UK and other parts of Europe! Great to meet you…
Randy Sandknop
Nov 13th, 2009
This is great, Kevin! I can so relate, I’m tired of the Big Deal, I offer the REAL Deal! When clients have called to thank me and tell me about a breakthrough they just had, I’m surprised at how I feel and what I comes up to say: I can offer all the advise and direction in the world but they did the work, they put it into action, I didn’t do that for them! I tell them how totally amazing they are and how much courage they’ve shown and ask them to stop and feel that pride in themselves, knowing that they did it themselves and can do it again over and over. Now, that’s empowerment! That’s who I am! Thanks for sharing your viewpoint and allowing me to admire you for it and share it with you, Kevin.
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Keep it real, man!
Julia B
Nov 13th, 2009
Hi Kevin
It’s so refreshing to hear you say that you are “HONORED when my clients transcend my success in a certain area”. I also want to help my clients to be the best they can possibly be!
Thank you. I feel I’m among friends.
Julia
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Check out some of the case studies of my clients here, Youtube, facebook! You’ll see some AMAZING success stories! It’s kinda hard to be promoting them fully and competing with them too! So which does one choose?
My choice is clear!
Melinda Janicki
Nov 13th, 2009
Incredible authenticity – much needed and appreciated Kevin!
I am transitioning my business into a business that helps entrepreneurs but also serves my life purpose and I have been following your info during this process and found it invaluable – thank you!
-Melinda
Michele
Nov 13th, 2009
Thank you, it’s a great insight and confidence-inspiring.
Cynthia Tiano
Nov 13th, 2009
Kevin, I felt this was your core message the very first call I was on with you. It was the first marketing message I resonated with, and since then what has manifested is nothing short of miraculous!
You are the bridge between our mission and our greatness and for that I am deeply grateful.
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
It’s fun serving you Cynthia!
The one and only Jenni P
Nov 13th, 2009
A man after our own heart..no gurus only shared wisdom..maybe you’d like to do some mutual back-scratching? We’ve got a monster project ready to lauch onto the world and are reaching out to find just one collaborator who knows how exponential the ‘wholy mathage’ of One plus one equals three (copyrighted) is going to be..got an itch? Well we’d love to scratch!
Delighted to know you Kevin.
Loving the moment with you
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Whoa again Nelly – I’m a BIG fan of valuing and charging for your services – so I’ve DEFINITELY not gone the route of share and share alike.
I believe in charging the HIGHEST fees possible for your services (and earning them). My stance on gurus is more about someone holding back your growth than about them charging for mentorship!
Loving this moment with you too Jenni!
Corbin Cowan
Nov 13th, 2009
Kevin,
You truly live an UNBELIEVABLE life. I can’t wait until we launch our 1st project together. You have inspired me to think bigger than i ever have before. Thank you for sharing your success and UNBELIEVABLE value with the world!
Corbin Cowan
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Dude – to quote my friend David Neagle, “Just Believe”!
Your value discovery is just beginning, man! Enjoyed our conversation last night. I believe in you, Corbin.
K-
Travis Greenlee
Nov 13th, 2009
Kev,
Great message my friend. It’s so inspiring to get a true feeling of your authenticity.
It’s clear that you’ve found your passion and are fired up to share it.
Looking forward to creating magic with you in 2010!
Keep up the great work buddy.
-Travis
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Thanks Man-
Gonna get to Steamboat soon to stir up some wonderfulness!
Travis Greenlee
Nov 13th, 2009
Looking forward to it. Dumping today… mountain opens in less than two weeks. Let’s play! http://bit.ly/4jzvs
Vitalii Jidkov
Nov 13th, 2009
Hello, Kevin. Interesting post. You know, it is very seldom I find posts that sound so simple and really inspiring like this one. More often I see: you have to be a leader, guru, expert, etc. But what about being yourself and just help people to find who they are. It is very interesting, but I have something similar for my mission. By the way, Great call you had yesterday. Take care.
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Vitalii – Leadership is AWESOME if it sends someone to their HIGHEST place – Mentors are amazing too.
I’m just saying people should follow their CALLING not someone else’s backside!
Jackie Jones
Nov 13th, 2009
Kevin Nations is the Real Deal. If you don’t know who he is you need to find out. He’s a hidden secret in the industry. He can take your from where you are to where you want to be. If you’re ready to embrace your greatness Kevin will help you wrap your arms it and more.
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
WOW Thanks JJ!
Lauren Johnson
Nov 13th, 2009
Hi Kevin:
So refreshing to hear! I have worked with people in the past who definitely wanted to be gurus. That kind of attitude does not fit my values at all. I am heartened to hear your mission.
Thanks for speaking the truth!
Lauren
Silvia
Nov 13th, 2009
Awesome post. Very much on the same page, especially as it relates to giving up power by doing what someone “told me to do”.
I think this is the hardest thing to come to grips with when you are starting out. That the “gurus” aren’t always right, but what is right is when you are in full alignment with who you are.
Silvia
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Yes Sylvia – take on Mentors that lead you to your OWN greatness! YEAH!
Nancy
Nov 13th, 2009
Your post resonates deeply. I am studying with someone who is positioning themselves as a guru. I really like this person and what they are teaching me and I admire them, respect them and will continue to support them and learn with them, however I have had to do some work to redirect and re-interface with an energetic cord they are wanting to embed in my energy system. I am grateful to be conscious of it so I can make a choice, and am disappointed that is how they are setting things up. I don’t desire a guru in this lifetime. Been there, done that. Useful information is great and I love to learn but I value my freedom and no judgment it’s just not for me. I know for some folks that is the perfect path for them, to each his own creation of an ideal life. I celebrate your choice to embrace and embody a different model. Wish you boundless joy and success, however you do define it. Sounds like you’ve created it and continue to do so moment-to-moment. Wonderful.
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
So grateful you’re not throwing the baby out with the bath-water! So many people who seek to be ‘gurus’ have GREAT things to offer.
Glad you’re taking advantage of it and learning the powerful lessons they have to share!
Keep being awesome!
Linda Feinholz
Nov 13th, 2009
Kevin,
Soooo well said – and one of the reasons I dawdle about going to many of these mega events. I’m passionate about enabling my clients, entrepreneurial women with a vision. They get stalled as they put their passion in action and then look up and say “Oh! Now I’ve got to run a company!” They want me as their advocate, teacher, mentor, not their guru!
While they may be showing up to learn how to run their business, they sure don’t need a guru – they need practical action oriented solutions that make it all work easier. So I love your post – now let’s figure out how to have guru-free zones!
Linda -
Ashley Mahaffey
Nov 13th, 2009
This post is a true and authentic version of everything that you offer and possess.
Having worked with you personally, I know you are not the Guru brand. Quite the opposite your big win is when your clients hit it out of the park!
BTW, I was reading this post from my phone while depositing money at the drive-up teller (money that is a result of your trainings!). I was so engrossed that I drove off before the transaction was complete! I recovered the fumble and want you to know that I hope many others get the chance to work with you soon.
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Ash you’re awesome… And MUCH too successful (and pretty) not to have your pic with this post. You (and anyone else wanting their pic here) should go to http://gravatar.com to upload their pic.
Jeff Czyzewski
Nov 13th, 2009
I got to meet Kevin in July while at an event in Vegas. By far one the nicest, level headed, and smartest guys around.
He’s modest about his success and has a ton of great ideas. If you get a chance to work with him, do it.
I plan doing that very soon to take my business to the next level.
Kevin – hope we can catch up at another event soon. The next round of Patrón is on me…
Jeff
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Patron? Usted? Donde? Cuando?
Veronica C
Nov 13th, 2009
Thank you Kevin, for speaking this important truth. It takes courage, in a world gone mad, to say the truth, your truth. Keep it up, I am a big fan of your work and your stand in the world.
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
V- Thanks for standing for all truth!
K-
Paul Hobart
Nov 13th, 2009
Hey Kevin,
Great post man. Very happy to hear someone come right out and say what a lot of us probably already think. Sad thing is that that dude’s comment would probably make a lot of folks shrink and cower away, thinking they don’t have enough significance.
I don’t usually feel a need to know who anybody is…especially if they feel inclined to tell me.
Thanks for a great post.
Fellow CBus golf pro guy,
Paul
Kevin Nations
Nov 13th, 2009
Tartan Fields where art thou?
Ben Waugh
Nov 13th, 2009
Thanks for posting the article, was certainly a great read!