Thanksgiving Day, 1993.

In this episode of The Authentic Networker (with over 1.4 million downloads), Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with Mary Young to share the real, unfiltered story behind the founding of Young Living.

Mary could have walked away.

Instead, she chose a harder path:

What followed wasn’t instant success; it was doubt, sacrifice, and leadership forged in the quiet moments when no one was watching.

In this conversation, Mary shares:

Why she never wanted the CEO role, and why she accepted it anyway

The early leadership lessons learned while literally building the company by hand

How Young Living was founded on Quality, Integrity, and Collaboration

What it truly costs to build a network marketing company the right way

Why long-term vision always beats short-term pressure

Mary started in network marketing in 1985, built a multimillion-dollar organization in just two years…

If you’re building a business.

This is a conversation worth your time.

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Lasting success in network marketing doesn’t come from outpacing others, it comes from building with them.

In this episode of the Authentic Networker Podcast (over 1.4 million downloads), Richard Bliss Brooke shares why the future of the profession belongs to collaborators, not competitors. He reveals how relationships forged across company lines have fueled decades of growth, and why ego and secrecy are the silent killers of momentum.

You’ll discover the mindset shifts that turn rivals into allies, events into lifelong connections, and the “zero-sum” hustle into a career of abundance, trust, and joy.

Want to build this kind of momentum yourself?

Lasting momentum in network marketing doesn’t come from hype or jumping companies; it comes from integrity.

In this episode of the Authentic Networker Podcast (over 1.4 million downloads), Richard Bliss Brooke shares why cutting corners, like recruiting from other teams or chasing the “next big thing,” may deliver short-term wins but destroys long-term trust. And without trust... belief and momentum collapse.

Discover how integrity creates sustainable growth, for you, your team, and the entire profession.

🎟️ Want to build momentum with a proven system? Join United We Stand – On Fire Virtual Boot Camp (Oct 17–18). Tickets are $97 → bliss.richardbrooke.com/united

Too many people in our profession play the charlatan’s game… they wait until someone on your team is discouraged, maybe even ready to quit, and then swoop in to recruit them into their latest “perfect” deal.

That’s not leadership. That’s not vision. That’s not how real wealth and legacy are built.

The truth is this: 95 out of 100 distributors are stuck or going backwards, not because network marketing doesn’t work, but because they’re chasing hype and gimmicks instead of building momentum through simple, daily action.

If your team was paid $500 a day to ask four people to “take a look”… they’d do it. And so would you. Which tells us it’s not about skill, it’s about habit, belief, and leadership.

In this episode, I’ll share how to spot the charlatans, ignore the hype, and lead in a way that lasts.

And if you’re ready to take action, not just listen, then United We Stand – On Fire Virtual Boot Camp could be the turning point for you. This isn’t just another virtual summit. It’s an all-in moment. A chance to reset your vision, build momentum, and step into the leader you were meant to be.

🎟️ Early bird tickets are just $97, and when you grab yours, you’ll also get:

30 days of live coaching with me

A 30-day recruitment challenge designed to ignite your business growth

Don’t wait. This is your moment.

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Every great career in network marketing starts with a moment of belief... a spark that shifts everything. For me, it was a small hotel event in Bakersfield, California, back in 1977. I walked in doubtful, afraid, and unsure if this business would ever work for me. I walked out with a vision that has fueled me for nearly five decades.

That’s the power of events. They light a fire in your belief system and show you what’s truly possible.

In this week’s episode of the Authentic Networker (Over 1.4mil downloads), I share the story of my very first event, the lessons it taught me, and why United We Stand - On Fire Virtual Boot Camp could be the same turning point for you.

This isn’t just another conference. It’s an all-in moment, a chance to reset your vision, build unstoppable momentum, and step into being the leader you’re meant to be.

🎟️ Early bird tickets are just $97, and when you grab yours, you’ll also get:

30 days of free LIVE coaching with me

A 30-day recruitment challenge designed to ignite your business growth

Don’t wait. This is your moment.

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What happens when two leaders with a passion for mindset, resilience, and authentic growth sit down to talk about men’s mental health and the practices that create lasting change?

In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, with over 1.4 million downloads, Richard Bliss Brooke, bestselling author and legendary coach, goes live with Jonny Pardoe, host of the top 1% Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset Podcast with over 3.3 million downloads.

Together, they open up about:

-Jonny’s personal journey through mental health challenges and breakthroughs

-Why men’s mental health deserves more open dialogue, and how to lead those conversations

-The science and practice of breathwork, affirmations, and neuroencoding for lasting transformation

-Building self-esteem and confidence in a world filled with comparison and pressure

-Stories, tools, and lessons from Jonny’s work with thought leaders and his own growth

Whether you’re navigating your own mental health journey, supporting others, or looking for tools to build inner confidence, this conversation will give you clarity, courage, and practical steps to move forward.

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Podcast (Apple): The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset Podcast

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Instagram: @jonnycpardoe

Facebook: @jonnycpardoe

TikTok: @jonnycpardoe

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What happens when two leaders who’ve mastered the art of authentic connection online sit down to talk about what’s really working in social selling today?

In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, with over 1.4 million downloads, Richard Bliss Brooke, bestselling author and legendary coach, goes live with Sam Hind, international speaker, trainer, and social media expert.

Together, they break down three powerful social media case studies and unpack:

How to build momentum with social selling that actually lasts

The mindset shifts behind authentic marketing online

What’s working right now to attract, connect, and convert without chasing

Stories, systems, and breakthroughs from decades in the field

Where social selling is headed, and how to lead the way

Whether you’re just getting started, hitting a plateau, or scaling a team, this conversation will give you the clarity, confidence, and strategies to grow your business through authentic social connection.

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What happens when a guy living in a garage with $36K in debt decides not to quit, despite 10 years of failure in network marketing?

In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, with over 1.4 million downloads, Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with Jordan Adler, author of Beach Money, to unpack one of the most inspiring turnarounds in the industry.

Jordan shares the raw truth about his early struggles, the 11 companies he tried before ever making a dollar, and the aha moment that changed everything. He opens up about why “Promptings” became a game-changer, how everything in network marketing is more connected than we realize, and what drives him today as one of the top earners in the profession.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, unseen, or unsure if this business is really for you, Jordan’s story will shift your belief.

Whether you’re just getting started or scaling a legacy, this is a masterclass in simplicity, resilience, and vision.

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What happens when a world-renowned clinical psychologist realizes she’s been living a life built on fear, performance, and people-pleasing?

In this previously top-downloaded episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with Dr. Shefali, best-selling author of A Radical Awakening, to explore the moment everything changed. At the age of 44, Dr. Shefali reached a breaking point and made a conscious choice to stop living according to society’s expectations and start living in alignment with her truth.

Now a global voice in conscious parenting and women’s empowerment, Dr. Shefali shares how women can break free from the cages of perfectionism, self-doubt, and emotional suppression. She offers a powerful roadmap for stepping into wholeness, reclaiming your worth, and awakening to the life you were meant to live, not the one you were conditioned to accept.

Whether you’re navigating your midlife, questioning your identity, or seeking more conscious leadership, this conversation is a call to wake up, rise up, and come home to yourself.

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What’s it like to grow up with one of the most influential personal development leaders in the world as your father, and still carve out your own voice, impact, and legacy?

In this episode of The Authentic Networker Podcast, Richard Bliss Brooke sits down with Brian Proctor, son of the legendary Bob Proctor, to talk about his new book, 12 Easy Steps to Change Your Life, and the lessons he learned growing up in a household where mindset and possibility were a daily practice.

Brian opens up about the responsibility and inspiration that came from being Bob Proctor’s son, how his father’s teachings shaped his own path, and why he’s on a mission to help people create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. He also shares insights from his first book, My Father Knew the Secret, and dives into his Proctor’s Principles Course, a transformative program designed to help you apply timeless success principles to your own journey.

You can learn more about Brian’s work and enroll in Proctor’s Principles here: https://www.brianproctor.com/pre-launch-2025.

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