The  people that I wish anyone had told me about earlier (I've been at this for 15 years),  are Brian Buffini and/or By Referral Only.  If you do absolutely nothing else for yourself, go to either or both of these programs. 

They usually both offer free 3 hour seminars, that honestly give you a wealth of information.  The other thing they do is coach, which I have never signed up for because I knew I could not be that accountable to someone about my business at that time.  ( I was caregiver to my (90+ year old mom until the middle of this year).  If I were starting over again, I wouldn't hesitate for a minute to implement the things that they tell you - which is to get referrals from those around you that know you rather than being intrusive on people's lives with phone telemarketing calls, door knocking, etc.  The thing is, they have the "system" to help you do it, and if you follow it, I know you will be successful.

And, just to let you know, one of the best investments I annually make is to send my clients/sphere of influence a nice calendar each year - it has brought me more income than any other piece of marketing material.  Good luck to you - you sound like you are headed in the right direction.

Mikki in San Diego

I'm about to enroll in Brian Buffini's Clubnet Coaching system for about
$400 per month.  However, I am feeling sceptical.  If anyone on the network
is using a coach or used one, could you provide a testimony of your
coaching experience or give a referral?

Marcus Bruno
MBruno@HousingPG.com  

Marcus, 

I've been coached in the Buffini system and just recently quit.  In the
interests of full disclosure, I've also trained as a coach and so believe
in the overall process. 

I believe that coaching, at its heart, is about someone holding you
accountable for the things you say you want to achieve. Some people are
great at holding themselves accountable.  Some people have partners,
spouses, friends, etc. who can do that for them. But for many people an
outside coach with no hidden agenda is a great way to go. 

I'm not sure of the necessity for a one year commitment and have mixed
feelings about that.  The Buffini organization is great and I've never had
an interaction with them that didn't impress me. But for a lot of people
who are looking for specific focus in one area, if you're really motivated and
focused, a year may be more than you need. 

Just my two cents! 

Julie Emery
http://www.JulieEmery.com