Ken Nielson shares stories about Jim Rohn on Count on the Truth Radio with Peter Mingils
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Jim Rohn was a motivational speaker for many companies including some MLM Companies. Ken Nielson shares some stories on this episode.
Ken Nielson is a network marketing distributor, a leader and a pro at building a home based industry.
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Ken Nielson runs a home based business successfully and hosts this Building Fortunes Radio series to show people the benefits of building an MLM. Network Marketing still may be the best opportunity for personal health and financial stability in today's economy.
Here's some information about jim Rohn:
Jim Rohn: The Motivational Maestro and His Impact on MLM Training. Jim Rohn, born Emanuel James Rohn on September 17, 1930, in Yakima, Washington, is celebrated as one of the most influential motivational speakers and personal development gurus of the 20th century. His journey from an Idaho farm boy to a millionaire entrepreneur and globally renowned speaker is a testament to his philosophy of personal responsibility, self-discipline, and goal-setting. While Rohn's legacy spans authorship, seminars, and mentoring icons like Tony Robbins, his significant role in multi-level marketing (MLM) as a trainer shaped the industry and empowered countless distributors to achieve success.[](https://sajeevdev.com/jim-rohn-a-comprehensive-profile-of-the-entrepreneur-author-and-motivational-speaker/)[](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Rohn) Rohn's introduction to MLM came through his mentor, John Earl Shoaff, a successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker. At 25, Rohn was working as a Sears stock clerk, struggling financially, when he attended a lecture by Shoaff. Captivated by Shoaff's charisma and philosophy, Rohn joined AbundaVita, a direct-selling company, as a distributor in 1955. Under Shoaff's guidance, he honed skills in sales, marketing, and leadership, becoming a millionaire by age 31. When Shoaff moved to Nutri-Bio in 1957, Rohn followed, eventually leading the company's Canadian operations. Despite Nutri-Bio's collapse in the early 1960s, Rohn's experience in MLM laid the foundation for his teachings.[](https://sajeevdev.com/jim-rohn-a-comprehensive-profile-of-the-entrepreneur-author-and-motivational-speaker/)[](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Rohn)[](https://www.futurenetworkmarketing.com/Jim-Rohn.html) Rohn's transition to motivational speaking began in 1963 with his first public seminar at the Beverly Hills Hotel, titled "Idaho Farm Boy Makes It to Beverly Hills.” His rags-to-riches story resonated with MLM audiences, who faced similar challenges of building businesses from scratch. In 1966, Rohn was hired by Bestline Products, an MLM company, for $250,000 upfront to conduct recruitment and training meetings across the U.S. His ability to distill complex business principles into practical, inspiring advice made him a sought-after trainer. In the early 1980s, Rohn worked with Herbalife, training distributors under founder Mark Hughes, who credited Rohn's teachings on self-development and hard work for the company's global success.[](https://www.futurenetworkmarketing.com/Jim-Rohn.html)[](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Rohn)[](https://boolkah.com/jim-rohn-biography/) Rohn's MLM training emphasized personal growth over quick profits. He taught that success in MLM required a mindset shift, urging distributors to focus on becoming more—through discipline, continuous learning, and relationship-building—rather than just earning more. His famous quote, "You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with,” encouraged MLM professionals to surround themselves with motivated individuals. Rohn's philosophy of setting SMART goals (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound) and taking consistent action resonated deeply, helping distributors navigate the rejection and persistence inherent in MLM.[](https://www.entrepreneur.com/living/20-quotes-from-jim-rohn-putting-success-and-life-into/271873)[](https://rrr247.com/jim-rohn/) His influence extended beyond training sessions. Rohn's books, like *7 Strategies for Wealth & Happiness*, and audio programs became staples for MLM distributors, offering timeless wisdom on leadership and networking. He inspired industry leaders like Rory Ricord, who applied Rohn's principles to build successful MLM ventures, and Mark Hughes, whose Herbalife empire reflected Rohn's teachings. Over 40 years, Rohn addressed 6,000 audiences and 5 million people, many in MLM, leaving a legacy as a "national treasure” in personal development. His 1985 National Speakers Association CPAE Award underscored his impact. Until his death on December 5, 2009, Rohn's teachings continued to shape MLM, proving that success is not magic—it's the result of disciplined fundamentals applied consistently.[](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Rohn)[](https://www.nightingale.com/authors/jim-rohn.html)[](https://www.jimrohn.com/jim-rohn-biography/)
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