Mega Partnering – Power Tips to be a Power Broker from an Insider

Don Roberts MC'ing at Mega Partnering

If you’re considering attending the next Mega Partnering event (Mega Partnering 4) in Chicago (October 28-30, 2011), do not go until you’ve read the 7 Mega Partnering Insider Power Tips I share that you’ll want to know about. These power tips will help you hit the ground running at the next event.

I’m Don Roberts, and you should act on my advice because I have been the Master of Ceremonies of previous Mega Partnering events. I’ve been in the top business coaching program offered by MegaPartnering’s creator, JT Foxx. And, I know what you should know to be as successful as possible at the next Mega Partnering event.

In the post I’ve written on my personal blog, you’ll not only learn 7 must know power tips to be successful at the event, you’ll also discover an additional 5 black belt tips to make you a Mega Partnering Kung Fu Master. Armed with the insider and black belt tips:

• You’ll know what to expect at the event…and be prepared
• You’ll know how to look like a seasoned pro…at the event and well beyond
• You’ll even the playing field…and save yourself from being caught off-guard or playing at a disadvantage at the event

Learn from my mistakes. At my first event, I did not know what to expect…and ended-up not being prepared for the event. And because of a critical piece of information I share with you in my black belt tips, I was definitely caught off-guard…and found myself back-peddling unnecessarily.

Make the most of your MegaPartnering experience. Head on over to the Insider Power Tips post…and please leave your comments. If you’ve got any additional suggestions, I encourage you to add them to the comments section.

To learn more about the event itself, click on over to Mega Partnering.

Don Roberts

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Mega Partnering (MegaPartnering) Returns to Chicago

Mega Partnering (the wealth networking and business relationship building event) is coming back to Chicago from October 28 – 30, 2011 (Bonus Day on October 27 for VIPs). Watch the video below to find out who’s coming to the next Mega Partnering:

Mega Partnering – Who Will Be There

Mega Partnering – As Described by Someone Who Knows

Now you know the awesome speaker lineup JT Foxx  has assembled for the next Mega Partnering event. Go to What is Mega Partnering? And, find out What’s in It For You…from the perspective of someone who’s been the Master of Ceremonies at previous Mega Partnering events…me. Check-out why I think you should be at the next Mega Partnering event.

Don Roberts

JT Foxx, Gene Simmons, & Don Roberts at Mega Partnering Los Angeles 2011

Mega Partnering (or MegaPartnering if you prefer) was billed as “The Greatest Business & Real Estate Event on The Planet”.

Did entrepreneur and syndicated radio host JT Foxx deliver? Yes.

What word adequately describes the event? Anyone who attended would likely respond with, “Wow!”

I returned as Master of Ceremonies for the 2/2011 Mega Partnering event held in Los Angeles. In Part 1 of this series, I start with…

Rock legend Gene Simmons

JT Foxx is known for providing “Wow” experiences…and, he didn’t disappoint. Headliner Gene Simmons rocked the house…but not with a guitar.

The house lights went out. The projection screens lit up. Pounding music electrified the room.

The message was clear. Beyond the experience that KISS is to this day, KISS is a business…a very successful business.

And, it’s aggressively driven by Gene Simmons.

“I am a business man stuck in the body of a rock star.” ~ Gene Simmons

Although still very much looking the part of the rock star that he continues to be to this day, Gene is also a branding, marketing, and licensing genius…with over 2,500 KISS related licenses.

Gene’s messaging to the Mega Partnering attendees was emphatic.

“You cannot fail. You have more opportunity than anywhere in the world.” ~ Gene Simmons

Spread your risk

Gene is a believer in minimizing exposure. One example he demonstrated was with everyday smartphones.

What happens if you lose your phone…or it stops working? Is your electronic contact list and calendar backed-up? Regularly? Gene chooses to carry a paper “Day-Timers” like organizer in his snake-skin boots.

The most powerful business tool you have

Gene was emphatic that eye contact is the most powerful tool you have…and it’s one of the first things people see.

“Every man carries in his eye the exact indication of his rank” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

It’s something business people have to work on, as so many almost seem to avoid eye contact.

“The better you communicate and look people in the eye, the more successful you will be” ~ Gene Simmons

Your messaging

Gene emphasized the importance of the consistency of messaging…and connecting it to yourself. He feels you need to be a walking example of your brand.

“A lighter message travels easier.” ~ Gene Simmons

Simplify complicated brand messaging…and elevator pitches.  Make it so they don’t need a decoder ring to understand the jargon.

Have an easy to understand message. Have a logo. Trademark them.

Literacy is the access to power

Like me, Gene feels you need to be educated in the business you choose to pursue.

And, you need to surround yourself with people who will push you…coaches, mentors, advisors.

He says you should get rid of the losers around you who drag you down…or don’t make you money.

Opportunity

Gene acknowledged that times are bad…but, went on to say that the opportunity is now.

“Borrow money and invest in America” ~ Gene Simmons

The Military Model

You have a business. The competition is over there.

“Operate your business like a Navy SEAL” ~ Gene Simmons

SEALs don’t mess around. They take decisive action. Get the idea?

Nothing is impossible

Gene and his mother immigrated to the U.S. from Israel when he was a boy. He spoke no English when he arrived.

He literally started with nothing…and built an empire that endures to this day.

“Work you butt off, and have the time of your life.” ~ Gene Simmons

Thank you for your words of wisdom, Gene. I enjoyed speaking at the MegaPartnering event with you.

Find out more about Gene Simmons.

Mega Partnering Attendees…

If you attended the 2011 MegaPartnering event in L.A., I’d love to hear what you took away from Gene’s presentation. Please add your comment below.

Don Roberts

Whether you spell it Mega Partnering or MegaPartnering, it’s billed as “The Greatest Business & Real Estate Event on the Planet”…and, it starts in a few days.

Why you want to attend

First, why do I attend? Because it’s a strategic move to make.  How so?

The connections I make…and the power players I get face-time with.

All hype aside, successful entrepreneur JT Foxx is bringing together some of the biggest names in business and real estate for three days to share their wisdom. Scheduled to attend are:

• Gene Simmons: Branding & licensing expert…and, yes, co-founder of the rock band KISS
• Jay Abraham: Business marketing legend
• Wayne Palmer: Notes and equity-exchange expert…and Rich Dad’s Robert Kiyosaki’s right-hand man
• Bruce Buffer: Business strategy & branding expert
• Kevin Harrington: Direct response & infomercial expert and star of ABC’s “Shark Tank”
• Wayne Allyn Root: Business expert & political personality
• Paul Bauer: Economy & demographics expert
• Raymond Aaron: Business success expert

With “Mega Partnering” as the event name, you can bet there will be plenty of opportunity to network with an event room full of like-minded business and real estate professionals. JT indicates there will be over 400 people attending.

“Your net worth equals your network” ~ JT Foxx

Here’s what happens at a MegaPartnering event

Having MC’ed the previous Mega Partnering event, I can speak with some authority on how a MegaPartnering event unfolds.

At it’s core, this event is about networking and connecting with successful business and real estate professionals…some from around the world. For the networking portion of the event, successful business people come to:

• Establish new business relationships
• Find & discuss deals
• Discover opportunities
• Secure funding

Come prepared to network…and dive in. You may be amazed to see your network expand exponentially.

The speakers from the previous MegaPartnering event shared valuable advice that attendees could take home and plug right in to their businesses to help make them more successful. Expect the same from this coming event.

Take a lot of notes…then, put the advice into action. Read that again.

On a side note, I’ve been to many business and real estate events in my time. And, I’ve seen my share of pitches for products and coaching. I’m expecting this to occur at this event.

Your game plan

Get your tickets now before Mega Partnering L.A. 2011 sells out. Go for the VIP tickets if they’re available, as you get the bonus day added…and you get to attend the VIP dinner with the event speakers. JT typically puts a speaker at each dinner table.

Bring a lot of business cards…you’ll need them.

And, dress in your business attire…but, only if you want to be taken seriously.

Have your 29-second “elevator pitch” ready. You’ll want that for the speed-networking session.

“We match proven buyers with institutional & private sellers of distressed bulk commercial & residential properties and notes. Do you know someone who may be interested in buying or selling distressed bulk properties or notes?”~ Don Roberts elevator pitch

Show up early each day and network. Grab a good seat when the doors open. If you get the VIP tickets, you get to grab a seat up front. Network with those seated around you.

Network at breaks, lunch, dinner, and afterward.

Focus on the people you meet. People love talking about themselves. Make it about them.  They will naturally ask about you. Wait for it…then talk about you.

“You’re building a business relationship…not trying to sell something.” ~ Don Roberts

Don’t be the one who leaves a card at everyone’s seat during a break. If you do, you haven’t begun a relationship. You’ve done a drive-by. I toss drive-by cards.

“The best way to get someone to ask for your business card is to…ask for theirs first” ~ Blair Singer

Follow-up with the people you meet. It’s easy to put off…I know. Just do it…and watch your business take off.

Bottom line

I met my two current business partners (Candace Pendleton-Batty and Brady Curtis) at events. Candace at a real estate event…and Brady at the World Connects Summit (an event co-produced by JT Foxx & Raymond Aaron). I’ve gotten some great exposure for National Syndication Network, LLC (NSN)…and for myself. And, I can truthfully say that I’ve begun valuable and lasting business relationships from the previous MegaPartnering event.

I’ll be MC’ing this one, too. Let’s connect at the event.

Where and when

The Mega Partnering event takes place at the Marriott Los Angeles Airport Renaissance hotel February 11th through the 13th. There’s a bonus session on February 10th…when you register as a VIP.  Go to the Mega Partnering site to learn more.

Don Roberts

Whether you spell it MegaPartnering or Mega Partnering, the business building and relationship networking event is on again. Some of the most successful business people in the world will be there…with over $1B of net worth in attendance.

“Location is important, but the people behind the deal are much more important than the location”. ~ Donald Trump

“It’s not location, location, location…it’s relationship, relationship, relationship.” ~ JT Foxx

Successful people network with other successful people

National Syndication Network, LLC (NSN) was founded on relationships cultivated from networking with the right people…successful business men and women.

“If you want to succeed, you have to surround yourself with people that are smarter than you are. I do it. And, you’ll find these people at Mega Partnering.” ~ Gene Simmons (Business tycoon & rock legend)

“Relationship building is the single most important thing NSN has done to build our bulk distressed properties & notes business so quickly.” ~ Don Roberts

The NSN executive management team - Don Roberts - Candace Pendleton - Brady Curtis

Join NSN executive management team member Don Roberts at the MegaPartnering  event. Don has been recruited to MC the event.

Where and when

The Mega Partnering event is scheduled to take place at the Marriott Los Angeles Airport Renaissance hotel from February 11th through the 13th. There’s a bonus session on February 10th…when you register as a VIP.  Go to the Mega Partnering site to learn more.

Be sure to find us…we look forward to meeting you.

Don Roberts

NSN co-founder Don Roberts caught up with Robert Kiyosaki in Scottsdale today. Robert is a business and real estate mogul who’s probably best known for authoring the groundbreaking book “Rich Dad, Poor Dad”.

Robert also sits at the helm of the Rich Dad empire…who’s mission is teaching financial intelligence to the people of the world.

One of the things Robert teaches is that people can become wealthy by buying income-producing assets, such as commercial properties and residential properties.

Robert practices what he preaches. He and his wife Kim are shrewd investors who, through their real estate investment arm, buy large multifamily complexes and golf courses…often at a fraction of the BPO…and using other people’s money, talents, and time in the process. Robert and Kim are “buy & hold” cash-flow investors.

NSN, the market, and taxes

I got Robert up-to-speed on NSN’s progress…and the transactions we’re currently working on. And, it felt a bit like the student returning to the master (since I’ve been taking advice from Robert for years).

Regarding the market, Robert knows there is currently a lot of opportunity in the real estate market…especially in the arena of distressed properties.

And, on taxes, Robert seems particularly concerned over how the federal government is pushing to raise income taxes. He mentioned that it may actually make sense to relocate to states that do not have a personal income tax.

A Nod to Robert

Robert wasn’t aware of this, but I informed him that my journey in real estate investing began years ago with reading “Rich Dad, Poor Dad”.

“After reading this purple and black New York Times Best Seller, the “genie was out of the bottle. It helped me identify what I had been looking for, and I ran with it.” ~ Don Roberts

I told Robert that “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” represented a critical turning point in my career. And, I credit it and him for getting me on the path to where I am today. My heartfelt thanks Robert.

Rich Dad Poor Dad has likely launched many a career change. And, I recommend it to you if you’ve not read it yet.

Find out more about Robert and  Rich Dad.

Don Roberts

How many times have you heard the phrase “In real estate, it’s location, location, location”? Countless times…right? It’s gotten to be a nearly universally accepted phrase.

While location is certainly important, there’s something even more important than location.

What ‘this’ is…

Would you be surprised to learn that it’s…Relationship?

“Location is important, but the people behind the deal are much more important than the location.” – Donald Trump

That’s right, “relationship” trumps “location” every time. And, in the business of real estate, relationship can easily make the difference in whether or not you can get that location you want…or even become aware of an opportunity in the first place.

“It’s not location, location, location…it’s relationship, relationship, relationship.” – JT Foxx

Miss this, and you’re playing at a disadvantage

Don Roberts speaks on business relationships at the San Jose Real Estate Investment (SJREI) association

If you don’t have great relationships (not just relationships, but great relationships), then you’re playing at a disadvantage. And, you’re likely missing out on the properties, notes, and deals you’d like to have.

The management team at National Syndication Network, LLC (NSN) makes it a top priority to build strong relationships with buyers, sellers, and other partners in our network. And, it’s one of the main reasons we’re sought out.

Geraldine Barry (President of the San Francisco Bay Area’s largest real estate investment association – SJREI) invited me to talk on the “importance of relationships” at their premier event of the year. Geraldine has her fingers on the pulse of the marketplace, and she knows NSN has been growing like crazy…because of relationships. She asked me to describe how “relationships” have played such a key role in building our business.

“Building business relationships is the single most important thing my team at NSN has done to build our business so quickly.” – Don Roberts

What it takes

Building business relationships takes work…but, it’s well worth the effort. I’ll talk more about this extremely important topic in a future post.

What are your thoughts on building business relationships?

Don Roberts

It’s easy getting caught up in the excitement of putting the next transaction together between a Buyer and an Institutional Seller of distressed properties or notes. And, it just gets more exciting when multiple deals are being negotiated at the same time.

But, there’s something else that’s also rewarding…getting involved in a great charitable cause.

National Syndication Network, LLC (NSN) Co-Founders Don Roberts and Candace Pendleton recently met with George Ross in Manhattan. There, we spoke a great deal about business strategy, negotiation, and showing enthusiasm for what we do.

But, it wasn’t “all business”.

It was clear that one of the things George is particularly passionate about is the work being done by the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to find cures for pediatric cancer and other catastrophic diseases. They’re striving to give kids with cancer a second chance at life.

“St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is a terrific organization” – George Ross

It caught our attention, and we decided to get involved. We formed “NSN Walks for Cures” to support St. Jude’s noble work.

And, today, we participated in the St. Jude “Give Thanks 5K Walk” in the San Francisco Bay Area. The goal of the participants was to raise $20,000. Together, we did even better…we raised $21,000.

“It felt great being a part of the walk to help the children…everyone should do it” – Don Roberts

Get involved. You’ll be glad you did. Your first step is their first hope.

Don Roberts

The NSN executive management team - Don Roberts - Candace Pendlton - Brady Curtis

One of the great things to come out of our meetings with George Ross hasn’t got anything to do with negotiation, strategy, or real estate. Rather, it’s something even more important….giving children with cancer a second chance at life.

Thanks to George, National Syndication Network, LLC (NSN) is now supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. They are dedicated to finding cures for children with pediatric cancer and other catastrophic diseases.

“St. Jude is a terrific organization” – George Ross

We think so, too. Did you know that they have never turned away a child?

On Saturday, November 20th, 2010, there will be St. Jude “Give Thanks” 5K walks throughout the United States. NSN will be participating in the walk. And, we’ve also formed a donation team (NSN Walks for Cures) to make it easy for everyone to participate.

Join NSN Walks for Cures

We invite you to take part and sponsor us and help us reach our goal of $1,000.00.

It’s easy to sponsor us…and it only takes a few minutes. It doesn’t matter how much you or how little you can give. It all adds up…and all of it goes to St. Jude.

Together, our first step is their first hope. Join NSN Walks for Cures!

Don Roberts

Under regulatory guidelines, banks, thrifts, and trust banks are considered as “well-capitalized”, “adequately-capitalized”, or “under-capitalized”. And, what determines their status are their:

• Tier 1 leverage capital ratio
• Tier 1 risk-based capital ratio
• Total risk-based capital ratio

Is your bank considered “under-capitalized”? Per September 30, 2010, regulatory filings, the entire list of “under-capitalized” banks can be found here.

Don Roberts