{"id":19350,"date":"2023-09-18T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/?p=19350"},"modified":"2024-02-07T21:31:22","modified_gmt":"2024-02-07T21:31:22","slug":"from-betrayed-to-blessed-with-ray-higdon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/2023\/09\/18\/from-betrayed-to-blessed-with-ray-higdon\/","title":{"rendered":"From Betrayed to Blessed with Ray Higdon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">Join us for an enlightening podcast with Ray Higdon as he shares his life story and Network Marketing journey. Ray stresses the importance of being genuine and open. He also delves into their unique approach to Network Marketing, setting daily rejection goals to boost resilience, and reconnecting with family. Ray underscores the value of staying open to learning and staying motivated in Network Marketing.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The conversation turns to leadership in Network Marketing, where they discuss challenges posed by influencers and the pandemic. They draw a clear line between earners and leaders, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and team development.on improving product quality.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">A central theme is Ray&#8217;s personal journey towards faith and kindness, which has significantly impacted his life and career. He highlights the role of faith in decision-making and addresses various topics, including confidence, overcoming obstacles, and integrating spirituality into personal and professional growth. Ray&#8217;s journey serves as a powerful example of how personal development and spirituality can transform one&#8217;s business and life.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">About:<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Ray Higdon is a bestselling author, motivational coach, and philanthropist. He went from facing financial difficulties to achieving multimillion-dollar success in just a few years. His latest book, &#8220;TIME MONEY FREEDOM,&#8221; co-written with his wife Jessica, helps people achieve their dreams with actionable steps. Ray is also a top keynote speaker, sharing the stage with renowned thought leaders. He&#8217;s a dedicated philanthropist, raising over $600,000 for charitable causes. Ray is the founder and CEO of Higdon Group, a fast-growing company specializing in sales training and coaching. He lives in Florida with his family.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">HIGHLIGHTS:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Ray Higdon&#8217;s life journey: From challenges to Network Marketing success<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Keys to triumph: authenticity, self-awareness, and openness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">A powerful story of forgiveness and reconnection with Ray&#8217;s estranged father<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Building resilience through daily rejection goals and continuous self-improvement<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Leadership in the Network Marketing industry<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Earning vs. leading: What sets leaders apart in Network Marketing?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Advocating for a focus on product quality and research over distributor commissions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Ray&#8217;s switch from money to faith and how it changed him<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">How kindness and biblical ideas help in work and life<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Building confidence, surmounting obstacles, and faith-based decision-making<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Ray&#8217;s inspiring journey highlighting power of growth and spirituality in achieving success<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">SOCIAL MEDIA:<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Website URL: <a href=\"https:\/\/rayhigdon.com\/\">https:\/\/rayhigdon.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Ray Higdon IG \ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rayhigdon\/\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rayhigdon\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Ray Higdon Facebook \ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ray.higdon1\/\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ray.higdon1\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Ray Higdon YouTube \ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@HigdonGroup\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@HigdonGroup<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Ray Higdon Twitter \ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/rayhigdon\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/rayhigdon<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Ray Higdon LinkedIn \ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/rayhigdon\/\">https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/rayhigdon\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">TIME STAMPS:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">00:00: Cold open intro<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">00:30: Introduction to Ray Higdon<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">02:21: Ray\u2019s origin story<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">08:03: Sacred wounds<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">09:20: Awareness is the first step to changing your habits<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">11:40: The concept of being aware and getting better<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">13:18: Childhood trauma<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">16:45: How did Ray get into real estate?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">19:37: Went through a divorce and into foreclosure<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">20:25: Becoming interested in Network Marketing<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">23:08: Reuniting with his father<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">25:53: Ray\u2019s advice for those who have an estranged family member<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">28:36: Turning 20 noses a day into a big income<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">32:25: The importance of team building and recruiting<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">37:12: The importance of staying in your position<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">38:57: Learn more about how Eric can help you grow your business<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">40:46: Making the decision to leave the field<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">42:52: Ray\u2019s decision to merge into a bigger company<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">47:33: The decision to make the leap of faith in 2016<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">48:43: The lessons Ray has learned from teaching people<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">54:45: Four languages of leaders<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:01:30: Challenges in the Network Marketing profession<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:04:44: The difference between the Hall of Fame and all-stars<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:09:19: The difference between 10 one-year careers and a 110-year career<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:10:46: The difference between an earner and a leader<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:12:09: How some people are upset when the comp plan changes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:14:16: The typical commission structure\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:20:51: Growing a Network Marketing company is far from predictable<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:23:46: What&#8217;s the best way to navigate the current regulatory environment?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:26:10: Watch what they say and their disclaimers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:29:05: Ray\u2019s personal journey and how it has become part of his personality<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:31:19: How Ray got baptized and accepted God<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:38:14: How has faith impacted his career?<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:41:41: learning about kindness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:44:16: How to support Eric Worre<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">1:44:57: End<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">RESOURCES:<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Books that influence Ray Higdon as an entrepreneur:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Building Wealth, Russ Whitney: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Building-Wealth-Achieving-Personal-Financial\/dp\/0743291611\"> https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Building-Wealth-Achieving-Personal-Financial\/dp\/0743291611<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Rich Dad Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki: <a href=\"https:\/\/a.co\/d\/7YhZ6Kf\">https:\/\/a.co\/d\/7YhZ6Kf<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Check out Ray Higdon\u2019s book:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Go For No, Richard Fenton, Andrea Waltz, Ray Higdon, Galel Fajardo: <a href=\"https:\/\/a.co\/d\/gq46xxS\">https:\/\/a.co\/d\/gq46xxS<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Want to Achieve More Success in Your Network Marketing Career?<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">If you are specifically involved in Network Marketing or Direct Marketing, go to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ericworre.com\">www.ericworre.com<\/a> to learn how I can help you achieve your business, team, and personal goals faster than you ever thought possible.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Questions or Comments?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you&#8217;d like to share?\u00a0 Email me at <a href=\"mailto:podcast@networkmarketingpro.com\">podcast@networkmarketingpro.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Join us for an enlightening podcast with Ray Higdon as he shares his life story and Network Marketing journey. Ray stresses the importance of being genuine and open. He also delves into their unique approach to Network Marketing, setting daily rejection goals to boost resilience, and reconnecting with family. Ray underscores the value of staying open to learning and staying motivated in Network Marketing. The conversation turns to leadership in Network Marketing, where they discuss challenges posed by influencers and the pandemic. They draw a clear line between earners and leaders, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and team development.on improving product quality. A central theme is Ray&#8217;s personal journey towards faith and kindness, which has significantly impacted his life and career. He highlights the role of faith in decision-making and addresses various topics, including confidence, overcoming obstacles, and integrating spirituality into personal and professional growth. Ray&#8217;s journey serves as a powerful example of how personal development and spirituality can transform one&#8217;s business and life.\u00a0 About: Ray Higdon is a bestselling author, motivational coach, and philanthropist. He went from facing financial difficulties to achieving multimillion-dollar success in just a few years. His latest book, &#8220;TIME MONEY FREEDOM,&#8221; co-written with his wife Jessica, helps people achieve their dreams with actionable steps. Ray is also a top keynote speaker, sharing the stage with renowned thought leaders. He&#8217;s a dedicated philanthropist, raising over $600,000 for charitable causes. Ray is the founder and CEO of Higdon Group, a fast-growing company specializing in sales training and coaching. He lives in Florida with his family. HIGHLIGHTS:  Ray Higdon&#8217;s life journey: From challenges to Network Marketing success  Keys to triumph: authenticity, self-awareness, and openness  A powerful story of forgiveness and reconnection with Ray&#8217;s estranged father  Building resilience through daily rejection goals and continuous self-improvement  Leadership in the Network Marketing industry  Earning vs. leading: What sets leaders apart in Network Marketing?  Advocating for a focus on product quality and research over distributor commissions  Ray&#8217;s switch from money to faith and how it changed him  How kindness and biblical ideas help in work and life  Building confidence, surmounting obstacles, and faith-based decision-making  Ray&#8217;s inspiring journey highlighting power of growth and spirituality in achieving success  \u00a0 SOCIAL MEDIA: Website URL: https:\/\/rayhigdon.com\/ Ray Higdon IG \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rayhigdon\/ Ray Higdon Facebook \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ray.higdon1\/ Ray Higdon YouTube \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@HigdonGroup Ray Higdon Twitter \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/twitter.com\/rayhigdon Ray Higdon LinkedIn \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/rayhigdon\/  TIME STAMPS:  00:00: Cold open intro  00:30: Introduction to Ray Higdon  02:21: Ray\u2019s origin story  08:03: Sacred wounds  09:20: Awareness is the first step to changing your habits  11:40: The concept of being aware and getting better  13:18: Childhood trauma  16:45: How did Ray get into real estate?  19:37: Went through a divorce and into foreclosure  20:25: Becoming interested in Network Marketing  23:08: Reuniting with his father  25:53: Ray\u2019s advice for those who have an estranged family member  28:36: Turning 20 noses a day into a big income  32:25: The importance of team building and recruiting  37:12: The importance of staying in your position  38:57: Learn more about how Eric can help you grow your business  40:46: Making the decision to leave the field  42:52: Ray\u2019s decision to merge into a bigger company  47:33: The decision to make the leap of faith in 2016  48:43: The lessons Ray has learned from teaching people  54:45: Four languages of leaders  1:01:30: Challenges in the Network Marketing profession  1:04:44: The difference between the Hall of Fame and all-stars  1:09:19: The difference between 10 one-year careers and a 110-year career  1:10:46: The difference between an earner and a leader  1:12:09: How some people are upset when the comp plan changes  1:14:16: The typical commission structure\u00a0  1:20:51: Growing a Network Marketing company is far from predictable  1:23:46: What&#8217;s the best way to navigate the current regulatory environment?  1:26:10: Watch what they say and their disclaimers  1:29:05: Ray\u2019s personal journey and how it has become part of his personality  1:31:19: How Ray got baptized and accepted God  1:38:14: How has faith impacted his career?  1:41:41: learning about kindness  1:44:16: How to support Eric Worre  1:44:57: End  \u00a0 RESOURCES: Books that influence Ray Higdon as an entrepreneur:  Building Wealth, Russ Whitney: https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Building-Wealth-Achieving-Personal-Financial\/dp\/0743291611\u00a0  Rich Dad Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki: https:\/\/a.co\/d\/7YhZ6Kf  Check out Ray Higdon\u2019s book:  Go For No, Richard Fenton, Andrea Waltz, Ray Higdon, Galel Fajardo: https:\/\/a.co\/d\/gq46xxS  \u00a0 Want to Achieve More Success in Your Network Marketing Career? \u00a0 If you are specifically involved in Network Marketing or Direct Marketing, go to www.ericworre.com to learn how I can help you achieve your business, team, and personal goals faster than you ever thought possible. Questions or Comments?\u00a0 Do you have questions you would like me to answer in future podcasts or comments on the show you&#8217;d like to share?\u00a0 Email me at podcast@networkmarketingpro.com \u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":19311,"comment_status":"close","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-19350","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-podcast"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19350","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19350"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19350\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19351,"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19350\/revisions\/19351"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/19311"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19350"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19350"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/my.networkersjournal.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19350"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}