Thank you, Mr. Rohn
On December 5th, Jim Rohn Passed away.
I never got a chance to thank him personally for the profound effect he had on my life …so I’ll share my gratitude here on this blog with you.
Back in 1994 or so, a friend enrolled me in an MLM called “The People’s Network”. I didn’t make a dime, unfortunately.
But I *did* discover a man who’s words would change my life forever. That man was Jim Rohn.
While I was enrolled in “The People’s Network”, I had a job as a roofing salesman. My job was to drive around and meet with commercial property managers …and sell them the roof repair services of the company that employed me.
I was horrible at it.
Anyway - I spent a ton of time in the car so I asked the guy who “sponsored” me into “The People’s Network” if I could borrow some training tapes to listen to.
He told me he had something even better and loaned me a beat up old series of Jim Rohn’s recordings on cassette. It was a recording of an event that took place in the 80’s and I think it was called “The Weekend Seminar”.
Man, I missed so many appointments because of those tapes! I could NOT stop listening to them. I specifically remember BREAKING tape #11 from playing it so much.
Jim Rohn didn’t really teach marketing or sales stuff. Instead, he taught common sense based approaches to making yourself a better person, increasing your value in the marketplace, and helping other people.
And perhaps his biggest lesson (to me, anyway) was that in order for “it” to get better, “YOU” must get better.
In order to make more money, we have to become more valuable as people. (A goal worth working towards …and often easier said than done.)
The video above contains one of Jim Rohn’s quotes that has always stuck with me. I’ll paraphrase here:
“IT is not too expensive. The problem is YOU cannot afford it.”
When I heard those words it was like being kicked in the ass with a size 15 boot. I realized all the bullshit stories I was telling myself about success and so forth were just that …stories.
And that the only way to really accomplish anything was to work hard, set goals, become a better person, and provide more value to the marketplace than anyone else.
(AKA “Quit screwing around and get your shit together”)
So thanks for the advice, Mr. Rohn. So far, so good.
Brendan Wenzel said
am December 7 2009 @ 1:37 pm
I am saddened to find out that Mr. Rohn is no longer with us. He has been a great inspiration and his quotes will live on forever. My favorite is “Ideas can be life-changing. Sometimes all you need to open the door is just one more good idea.” He is a legend and his knowledge that he shared will be passed on for generations.
Garry said
am December 7 2009 @ 1:38 pm
Thank Frank. Just the right message for me today.
Barbara Hofmeister said
am December 7 2009 @ 2:19 pm
Jim Rohn was my first and my main mentor for many years. Like Frank I listened to his tapes in my car - again and again. He was an inspiration to so many of us and he was fundamental to changing my life. I was fortunate to have been in several of his seminars. Fortunately he was one of the rare people whos message does not get lost on tape or in a book. It will stay with us forever.
Time to rejoice for a life well lived!
Rest in peace Jim. You will not be forgotten
Dwight Brown said
am December 7 2009 @ 2:34 pm
Hi year ya Frank: We have walked the same paths. Didn’t make a dime in The People’s Network, but it reinforced all the mindset attributes that allows me the online success I have today.
Jim Rohn, Brian Tracey, Mark Victor Hansen et al… they put you on the track to success!
RIP Jim.
Sean said
am December 7 2009 @ 2:53 pm
Man, I was very sad to hear about this the other day too.
I always wanted to see him speak in person…I share your sentiment with what you said here:
“And perhaps his biggest lesson (to me, anyway) was that in order for “it” to get better, “YOU” must get better.”
He will be missed. RIP
Sean
Brett T. Smith said
am December 7 2009 @ 2:53 pm
Hey Frank,
Thanks for putting that video of Jim up. He was one of my favorite motivational speakers to listen to. I learned a lot from him and I know that he touched many lives.
Take Care,
~Brett
John Chancellor said
am December 7 2009 @ 2:55 pm
Jim truly was a great teacher. I don’t think a day goes by when I am not applying some of the things I learned from him. He will be missed but fortunately he left a great legacy of lessons for us to follow.
Dave Doolin | Website In A Weekend said
am December 7 2009 @ 2:57 pm
Right on.
Listening to it now…
Man, this is some good preachin’!
One thing I miss out here in Cali, that good preachin’ you can get back in Dixie.
“Make a living and a fortune.”
Richard said
am December 7 2009 @ 2:58 pm
Hey Frank,
Thanks for putting this video up and thanks for showing a touch of class to remember people you have learnt from.
All the best
Richard
Inflatable Kayak said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:08 pm
Looks like alot of had those same experiences of “stumbling” upon Jim Rohn. Mine was from the library, I think it was the same “weekend seminar” recording that you mention. The greatest line that I still think about every day is…”you get paid for the value you give to the marketplace”. When I started thinking how rich people became rich, it dawned on me that they deliver alot of value to alot of people (i.e. Bill gates) So all I started doing was concentrating on giving value and things changed pretty quick. This guy will be sorely missed. Thankfully we have recordings of all of those great lines.
dave said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:11 pm
I would disagree
Some things are expensive and that is why you cant afford it.
Not.. things are no expensive, you just cant afford them.
Its just a play on words.
Rob Northrup said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:15 pm
Jim Rohn was one-of-a-kind and he will be sorely missed, thanks for posting the video link…
My favorite Rohn quote is–
“Don’t wish it were easier, wish you were better.” — Jim Rohn
Jeff Thomas said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:16 pm
Hey Frank,
Thanks for bringing Jim’s work to back my attention. I just purchased his “Challenge to Succeed” audio. I have never listened to his work before, but have heard that he had a profound positive impact on many. Nice to know he had such an impact on yours.
Live Stoked!
Jeff
David King said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:17 pm
I learned so much from Jim, he was amazing.
Thanks for sharing frank!
nothing is expensive dave… it’s all cheap! it’s just expensive for you! but once you change YOU it’s cheap! it’s not a play on words… it’s a play on you!
Billy Sticker said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:19 pm
I have invested thousands of dollars on books and audio programs over the past 15 yrs. Jim Rohn is my absolute favorite. It’s because of him that I “changed the set of my sail” and started a library, and started my journals, to leave a legacy for my g-kids.
As Jim said many times, “It is not about what you get, it’s about what you become.” Jim *became*.
You’ll be missed Jim.
Andre Coquerel said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:22 pm
Thanks Frank,
I’m taking out my Jim Rohn tapes and listening to them again this week in memory of him. He was great, and he will remain great in my heart.
R.I.P. Jim.
P.S. Keep up the good work, Frank.
Carlos said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:22 pm
Hey Frank,
I was also working TPN back in 94′. Oddly, I too never made a dime but was also introduced to Jim Rohn for the first time through the network. I purchased all of his stuff. He was AMAZING and he also changed my life.
As for TPN, I could never figure out why I couldn’t make that work. Seemed like a no brainer to me.
Best self development I ever experienced. Thanks Mr. Rohn, and thank you frank, for having the same effect on me today.
Minnie said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:24 pm
Hello Frank,
I heard the other day of Jim’s passing. However, I didn’t make the connection that it was Jim Rohn. I had just started listening to him and I liked the way he spoke, so down to earth.
I will truly miss hearing him speak, he will truly be missed. My condolence to his family.
Minnie
Rick Ellwood said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:26 pm
God Bless Mr Rohn and RIP
Thanks for sending this out Frank, being in the UK I had not read of his passing away.
I too have been fortunate enough to have read one of his books “7 Strategies For Wealth And Happiness” and after watching that video I feel the need to read it again.
I not only owe it to Mr Rohn, but I owe it to myself to kick Ass and take action!
Thanks again Frank for sharing
Rick
Cedric Aubry said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:37 pm
Hey Frank,
I just learn from your email that Mr.Rohn Passed away Saturday
I was very fortunate to met him in Nashville Tennesse about 10 years ago when I was a Herbalife Distributor.
My Favorite quote is:
“Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live”
He will be missed.
Thanks for the email Frank
Best Regards,
Cedric Aubry
Brooks Van Norman said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:39 pm
Yeah - Jim was pure gold. I met him twice and have a few of his tape sets (my favorite was the “Art of Exceptional Living”. I’ll miss him for sure.
Steve Beedie said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:41 pm
Hi Frank thanks for posting this on your blog. i have been following you for some 2 years or so now and think you are more than just a direct respone legend! I have used Tony Robbins tools to completely change my whole life and i know you guys work together! I say this because i know Jim Rohn was his mentor and if you get a chance please pass on my condolences to Tony as i’m sure he will miss him.
I hope you have a lovely christmas and enjoy the rest of 2009.
your ideas and material are truly great and i thank you for being such a cool guy and sharing with the online community!
thank you
Steve.
Tony said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:45 pm
Thanks for the rememberance Frank.
Two of the greatest influences in my life have Jim Rohn and Frank Kern. This is the first time I found out there was a connection between them, even if it was that you were influenced by Jim like I was.
It had been several months since I put on a Jim Rohn CD. However, I put one on this Saturday 5th December about his views on ambition. I didn’t hear that Jim died that day until Sunday, the day afterwards. Was that a coincidence or what?
Thanks Jim, may your teaching be heard by many more people yet. Thank you too Frank. May you too go on to help people for years.
Best wishes
Tony
Kat said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:46 pm
Thanks, Frank, for sharing. He has such an iconic voice. Listening to him now almost takes me back in time. Here’s a shout out to all the self-development people we have listened to, keeping us company on lone roads, at ungodly hours, in tenuous moments of our lives, comforting, inspiring and growing us.
I appreciate you, too, Frank. You share where you’ve been and where you are. A living inspiration.
Scott Dennison said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:52 pm
Thanks Frank -
Like many of the others here, I was also in TPN. Funny part was that I got in so that I could learn more from Jim Rohn. I had purchased “Art of Exceptional Living” and had listened to those cassettes until the wheels fell out.
As a result I was making some changes in my life and had started a sales training firm. One appointment I went on was for a Tampa based big-dog in TPN, who recruited me to help train his fast growing group. When I saw Mr. Rohn on TV - I signed up immediately.
6 months later I was recruited to sell tickets to motivational seminars. I wrote a goal in my journal that I would soon be working for Jim Rohn. Only 6 months later my goal came true (more like a dream). I am proud to say that I spent the majority of the next 3 years traveling and working for Jim Rohn. I’m blessed to have had many private meetings with him over a bowl of ice cream where he really got me thinking…
This man’s ideas and his amazing gift of communication caused more growth in my life to occur than all of the other speakers and trainers combined.
After leaving his employ, I jumped on a plane 5-6 times to sit in the front row of his seminars and take some more notes in my journal. He was my mentor and my friend.
My only regret was that I did not get to say “thank you” one last time before he passed away. But I’ll never forget him - that much is sure…
Scott
Sid Kaplan said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:53 pm
Thanks Frank.
I have been listening to Jim Rohn since the 80s. I am really saddened by his passing but so grateful that his messages are available in print, audio and video. His stories should be required learning in schools everywhere.
Thank you Jim for showing so many that “if it is to be, it is up to me”!
Much success to all.
andrew zubriczky said
am December 7 2009 @ 3:59 pm
Thanks for the video. I didn’t know him, but I can see what a great man he was by the many glowing tributes about him.
Relaxed and unpretentious, friendly and giving, his powerful and life changing words(ideas)sent shivers through my body, as I sat spellbound by his unassuming, yet, life altering ’shift of viewpoint’ approach to life.
The best seven minutes I’ve spent in years!
Joe Nykoluk said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:06 pm
I still listen to Jim Rohn’s old cassette tapes. He is truly one of the most inspirational speakers of our time. One short quote of his that I still take to heart and that many would be marketers would do well to remember also goes something like this: - “It is easy to do, but it is just as easy NOT to do”. Rest in Peace Jim.
Joe
Henry wallace Hegland said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:07 pm
Thanks Frank.
the messages & quotes will live on,will continue to influence & change people live in a positive way,he will be sadly missed by many.
one of my favorite quotes,
Formal education will make you a living; self-education will make you a fortune.
Jim Rohn
Jeffrey Parker said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:10 pm
Thanks Frank,
I get it, thank you.
Jeff
Jomo said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:17 pm
Frank,
It’s always great hearing the success stories of the greats out there. Knowing that Jim Rohn helped you become the awesome person you are today proves that we ALL can learn from the man. So thank you for that reminder that we all had to start somewhere…it’s an awesome ah-ha moment.
This might seem out of place, but I just want to thank you for always being such a down-to-earth dude. I’ve learned so much from you, and continue to with each and every single thing you put out there, between your products and your blog posts. Thank you, thank you, thank you Frank. I feel truly blessed to have discovered you online a few years ago.
Anyway, awesome tribute to one of the greatest speakers of our generation. He will be sorely missed, but his legacy WILL live on!!
- Jomo
Karen said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:21 pm
Thanks Frank. His wisdom is astounding and I’m grateful to have been touched by him.
Karen
Lavern Gingerich said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:21 pm
Thank you, Frank. Life is so much bigger than our own horizon.
Andrew said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:24 pm
Hi Frank,
My first post on your blog, I am from Australia, with a background in Agriculture. An entrepreneurial friend gave me a set of Jim Rohn only a couple of weeks ago. His word certainly hit the right spot with me and. I love the phrase he said that was something like “Money isn’t everything but it is right up there with Oxygen!”
Also thanks for your stuff Frank, I enjoy your content and it is certainly helping me with a change in direction in my life.
I would like to know how many subscribers you have in Aus, it would be great to hook up with some like minded people.
RIP Jim.
Regards
Andrew
Jeff (nothing typical here) Herring said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:30 pm
Hey Frank!
Thanks for posting this - I’m sad to see Mr. Rohn go, and glad for two things:
1) That he was here, and
2) That you listened to him…
“IT is not too expensive. The problem is YOU cannot afford it.”
Brilliant!
PFIHBM,
Jeff
Maritza said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:38 pm
Hi Frank,
Thanks for sharing this video with us. I was saddened by the passing of such a wonderful influencer of so many lives.
One of my favorite Jim Rohn quotes that I’ve been able to prove to myself over and over again this year (and will continue to do in 2010!):
“When you know what you want, and want it bad enough, you will find a way to get it.”
And Thank You Frank, for your size 15 imprint on my butt from time to time!
See you soon!
Love, Maritza (the prettier half of “paddle faster” boy Jeff Herring)
HB said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:41 pm
Jim Rohn was an inspiration to so many - RIP
Phil Salt said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:43 pm
Thanks Frank for sharing
I never really listened to tapes by Jim Rohn (teacher to Anthony Robbins), but I had the good fortune to listen to Jim for 90mins live at a Herbalife big event
Here be my favourite quote from JR:
“Let others lead small lives, but not you. Let others argue over small things, but not you. Let others cry over small hurts, but not you. Let others leave their future in someone else’s hands, but not you”
Thanks JR for that very brief time I shared with you - RIP
Be well
Phil Salt
Christo Strom said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:48 pm
Hey Frank,
Thank you for the video on Jim Rohn. And also thank you and your secretary
for sending out a rejection card to me this summer. Believe it or not, I really
appreciate it. It wasn’t exactly the Hallmark card I was expecting but it did show you at least cared enough to send something. Catch a wave for me Bro!
Chief Crazy Captain Christo aka The O-Range Blob of Light aka Munko Christo.
Oh hell Thanks a lot!
Joe Jutrisa said
am December 7 2009 @ 4:56 pm
Hi Frank,
Thanks for letting us know. I was stunned and very saddened. We really have lost a legend. I thought he would live forever. Well…I guess he really will. His teachings and his influence have touched us all.
I too posted a small tribute on my blog (http://www.theinsidersreport.blogspot.com/).
I love the quote, Frank!
Thanks again and thank you for all that you provide for us. I guess we are all part of the Jim Rohn family. We just didn’t realise it until now.
Doc said
am December 7 2009 @ 5:15 pm
Jim Rohn has been more than a name. He brought hope and taught tenacity. He returned responsibility to the individual and not the circumstances. We need people to pick up his robe!
dj adelaide said
am December 7 2009 @ 5:24 pm
“in order for “it” to get better, “YOU” must get better.” i like that a lot!
Pam French said
am December 7 2009 @ 5:28 pm
Hey Frank,
It’s weird, a couple of months ago I’d never even heard of Jim Rohn, but my CD player in my car broke so I dug out some old cassettes my husband’s had since the 80’s. I’ve been listening to him everyday since. It was so sad to hear he passed. It was really cool to have you post about him. It’s a sign I’m moving in the right direction with Mass Control. You’re both very inspiring.
Thanks!
Hamant Keval said
am December 7 2009 @ 5:35 pm
Hi Frank Many thanks for posting this video of Jim Rohn.
Incredible footage. Oddly enough it was early in my marketing career when I was in an MLM company that I came across his recordings as well.
I heard the sad news a few days ago.
Time to go over those valuable “change the philosophy” teachings again.
Its quite amazing what you learn when you re-listen to them.
Thanks for the video
Hamant
Gold Coast Annie said
am December 7 2009 @ 5:49 pm
Frank,
Thanks for posting the video. Jim Rohn was a profound influencer. I barely have a day go by when I do not find myself quoting him or trying to say one of his simple truisms. I kinda wish I had an Idaho accent!
He may be gone, but he will not be forgotten and he certainly has left a legacy.
Interesting how we come across these heroes. I was fortunate to see him live in Melbourne in the mid 1990s and it was a life changing experience for me.
I doesn’t matter how we find our heroes, what matters is that we do something with what we learn and discover.
Thank you for sharing this with us.
Annie
Jody said
am December 7 2009 @ 5:51 pm
Thanks Frank,
As always you inspire in a way no others can. Thanks for sharing your story about Jim.
Jody
Kaye Dennan said
am December 7 2009 @ 5:53 pm
Thanks Frank, that is a lovely tribute to a great man. It really is humbling to hear a man of his calibre be so sincere.
Betty said
am December 7 2009 @ 6:08 pm
Frank,
Thanks so much for sharing this. It came at a time I really needed to hear it. My job has just been downsized, I’m not yet making money online, I have a mortgage to pay, and elderly mother to support and no income. This really helped me focus.
Thanks for the support and for Mass Control.
Betty
Vera said
am December 7 2009 @ 6:12 pm
Thanks Frank….I really needed to hear Jim Rohn today. I’ve been plugging away at internet marketing but not making profits yet. His comment “don’t search for the exotic until you learn the basics” really hit home. What a wonderful teacher he was and what a wonderful guy you are to share your thoughts and his teaching with us.
Belinda said
am December 7 2009 @ 6:15 pm
Thank you Mr. Kern for sharing your thoughts, feelings and the video of Jim Rohn.
I am deeply grateful that you took the time to post this information.
I want to learn as much I can to be a value creator, as you Mr. Kern, and continue Jim Rohn’s legacy too!
Please accept my sincere heart felt condolences.
Thank you!!!!
Mike Stenger said
am December 7 2009 @ 6:20 pm
Awesome advice! It’s amazing how some things can be so damn simple.
Don’t get too much sun Frank
Michael said
am December 7 2009 @ 6:25 pm
Hello, Frank!
Glad you posted this, in spite of the sad circumstances.
We deal with kids and their parents regarding college search and stuff. I think it would help them all if they were to learn by heart the top twenty Jim Rohn quotes.
Happy surfing to you as always.
Bob McEnaney said
am December 7 2009 @ 6:29 pm
This is an incredible video by an incredible man. Thanks for sharing. We can all learn from and be inspired by this great man again and again.
Bob
http://www.totalcyclingperformance.com/blog/
Carlota said
am December 7 2009 @ 6:29 pm
Hello Frank,
During my Herbalife days, I had the priviledge of being around him and soaking up as much as I could. He had a profoundly great effect on the direction of my life. Just last week I opened a box with notes from his workshops and talked with frineds about getting back in touch. Now his ship is sailing on other seas!
Thank you Jim Rohn.
Thank You Frank Kern.
Carlota Santa Cruz
Bethany said
am December 7 2009 @ 7:30 pm
Very inspiring. Just what I needed to hear! Thank you!
Kimberly said
am December 7 2009 @ 7:42 pm
Thanks Frank, as always for your always positive outlook and teachings.
I needed that kick in the rear today and positive info from Mr. Rohn,
I didn’t know Mr. Jim Rohn or listen to before.
Always, Earl Nightengale, Zig, Tony R. +-
I’m not sure how I could have missed… duhhhhh.
Thank you for the info, What a awesome speaker. The sad part
I am sorry, That I am only now knowing and appreciating who he was.
Nothing better than listening and learning from one of the great inspirational speakers learning something, rather than just zoning out to music between appts.
Always a positive pick me up.
Great to know Mr.Rohn had such a great impact on so many.
All of these great comments posted from everyone
I have already learned a bunch.
I will be sure to purchase to his tapes.
Suggestion: After a month or 3?
I would forward all of these great comments to family? or maybe not?
Thank-You Frank
Respectfully,
Kimberly
Indiana, USA
Austin Holt said
am December 7 2009 @ 8:14 pm
I love you Frank. One day we’ll meet, and I’ll tell you in person… not in a gay way though!
Austin Holt said
am December 7 2009 @ 8:16 pm
…not that there’s anything wrong with that.
Dennis Totman said
am December 7 2009 @ 8:20 pm
It’s clear that Dave (dave said am December 7 2009 @ 3:11 pm) just didn’t get it. It’s all a state of mind, not a play on words. You are what you think. Is a rolls royce too expensive to a billionaire? Think a Billionaire’s mindset. Not a “hundred-aire’s.” Change who you are and you can change what you have.
Thanks for sharing Frank. I’m going to find some of Jim’s stuff and listen for the first time.
Dennis Totman
Mike Van Norden said
am December 7 2009 @ 8:50 pm
Hey Ol’ Buddy,
It’s good to see Jim was an inspiration to you as well. I think I own
every program he developed. There’s not a week that goes by that
I don’t listen to Jim’s timeless words of wisdom. I was recently listening
to an interview of how it all began decades ago with Jim Rohn, Zig Ziglar
Ben Gay, Glenn Turner, Holiday Magic, etc. Very interesting set of
circumstances and lessons learned. He will be missed.
Mike Van Norden
Jim Allmon said
am December 7 2009 @ 8:51 pm
Thanks for sharing this, Frank. It’s a great tribute to an amazing man.
yveslanot said
am December 7 2009 @ 9:18 pm
So sad to lose someone like Mr Rohn. His teaching are great and he is one of the first “mentors” that I had by listening to him in my car on a daily basis. I always wanted to attend a live seminar and am sad that I missed him. Funny thing Kern is I also posted a video on my blog that I found on youtube with some Jim Rohn quotes.
RIP Mr Rohn you will be missed
David said
am December 7 2009 @ 9:33 pm
I’ve seen in person the best of the personal development speakers…. Robbins, Waitley, Proctor, Hansen, Tracey, Ziggler to name just a few. For all the good material they gave us, they were all master performers for adoring audiences, driven by the performance, often blinded by belief in their own publicity blurb and seduced by the peer accolades, the public adulation and probably more often than not, the money.
James Rohn was different.
To illustrate, all the others I saw performed for the prescribed time, disappeared for their breaks and returned on stage to thunderous applause. They performed, gave little of themselves and certainly nothing personally to anyone other than their audio tapes and videos in exchange for the required dollars. You might get an autograph if you were lucky.
In the case of one of them, I remember specific instructions as his promoter to make sure that no-one got near him during his breaks. Sure, he needed that… and probably a pee!… but it all had to be carefully managed.
Not Rohn. I saw him just the once at Sydney Town Hall in the mid ’90’s. He spoke for ages and then when it came time for a break (as if we needed one!)he sat down in front of his audience, legs dangled over the stage, and invited anyone who wanted to come up and have a chat. At the end of his presentation he took the same spot and talked to people individually for as long as they wanted to stay.
I know that because I was one.
The personal development world has lost one of its very few champions. Others have made their contributions and no doubt changed many lives with their wisdom and inspiration. But Rohn seemed to really care. He had the unique gift in that industry of humility, of understanding that he was only there because of his audience, not the other way around.
Vale James Rohn, a man who gave much to me personally and many others.
Paul Sabaj said
am December 7 2009 @ 9:46 pm
Thanks Frank for the information on Mr. Rohn. While I never got the chance to see him live.Yet he lives on in great works like Sinatra and Elvis. Just as I would have liked to have seen them, I listen in my car to Mr. Rohn along with the others. May God bless him and his family. Thanks for the memories
Rhonda Giarraffa said
am December 7 2009 @ 9:51 pm
Thank you for sharing this Frank.
Major loss for the world and for those who never had a chance to hear the words of this mans wisdom.
Lindsay said
am December 7 2009 @ 10:03 pm
Frank,
thanks for the notification - he was a truly amazing guy who has touched so many.
He will be missed by many but more importantly, his legacy on life will live forever!!!!
Lindsay
Jon Poland said
am December 7 2009 @ 10:18 pm
Of all the people in this world that I have “Never” met, no one has had a bigger impact on my life than Jim Rohn.
I have “The Art of Exceptional Living” on CD and have listened to it literally dozens of time. It is my belief that most college students will learn more about life in the first 30 seconds of that book on CD than they will in an entire year of college.
Here are the first words that Jim Rohn speaks in “The Art of Exceptional Living” . . . .
“The greatest value in life is not what you get. The greatest value in life is what you become. The question to ask yourself on the job is not ‘What am I getting here?’ The question to ask yourself is ‘What am I becoming here?’ It not what you get that makes your valuable, it’s what you become that makes your valuable.”
Jim taught me to stop thinking about “getting things” and start thinking about “becoming more.” That is absolutely priceless.
Jim had many gifts. But I think his greatest gift is that he taught people how to live life the right way . . . to live with integrity and to let truth show you the way forward.
He was an amazing man and I feel so blessed to have benefited from his wisdom.
Adele said
am December 7 2009 @ 11:12 pm
I had never heard of Mr Rohn before today. I found the concepts he shared in this video to be so true and so timeless. Thanks for sharing.
Vi Wickam said
am December 7 2009 @ 11:16 pm
Hey Frank,
As usual you have posted interesting and valuable information.
It is always good to get a nice motivating kick in the ass.
It is ALWAYS about you, it is never THEM. Personal responsibility makes all the difference.
Thanks again!
Vi
Rich Moses said
am December 7 2009 @ 11:17 pm
thank you for posting that video.
jim was a wonderful speaker and person.
he will be missed by many and it is sad that so many will never know or hear his wisdom (common sence) …
Thanks again, Rich
P.S. where can I download the video to post on my sites?
David Schwind said
am December 8 2009 @ 1:16 am
To be honest, I’m a little shocked that Jim hasn’t received MORE recognition since the announcement of his departure. He’s received lots, but I think deserves far more..
The greatest business philosopher of all time by a mile.
Thanks for posting! It’s great to witness admiration for our greatest minds, from the ones carrying the passed torch.
See you at the public memorial if you are going…
-David
John Zajaros said
am December 8 2009 @ 2:26 am
I think the most powerful realization he, you, I, and many others have come to along the way is that we “don’t want to live this way anymore!” Those words are the ones that hit me like a ton of bricks the first time I heard them…and every time I think about letting up every day since! He was and will remain a remarkable man.
John Zajaros
David Schwind said
am December 8 2009 @ 2:30 am
You may read my post on Jim, should anyone like…
Priceless quotes and “life-changing” advice from a ‘DEAD mans beating Heart’.
(just click my name on this post)
-David
Chris Snow said
am December 8 2009 @ 3:47 am
I am sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Rohn.
It makes me remember that even with wealth and wisdom, we all die. Life is quick. There will be one morning when you will not anwser your phone, or check your email, or read that sales letter. Do the things you love with the people you love……today…..you can’t depend on tomorrow.
–Chris–
Geo Swanko said
am December 8 2009 @ 7:17 am
That’s too bad that he passed away, but I’m grateful for the legacy he left behind. Great video!
Thanks for letting us know.
Geo
Chris Goegan said
am December 8 2009 @ 8:18 am
Frank,
Thank you. Your gratitude and humility for what he meant to you really shined through.
Thank you for sharing the video and the impact Jim had. He was a great man and will continue to live through the legacy he has left behind in you, his tools and others he has impacted.
Chris.
Jackie Anderson said
am December 8 2009 @ 8:37 am
Thanks Frank,
For sharing Jim Rohn with us today. I hadn’t never heard him speak and what he had to say is something that I’ll treasure and put in my book of things that I need to reflect back on often. Thanks again
Jackie
Luke Harlan said
am December 8 2009 @ 8:40 am
Frank,
As always you are dialed in and bring us value.
Personal favorite from the late great Mr. Jim Rohn:
“You cannot change your destination overnight, but you can change your direction overnight.”
Simple insights seem to have the most profound effect.
-Luke
Melissa said
am December 8 2009 @ 11:12 am
Frank,
Thanks for a wonderful tribute to Mr. Rohn. A gentle man full of wisdom & power. He demanded attention in a classic yet graceful way. I had often heard of him, yet I never had the opportunity to study or hear him until recently. He has impacted me in such a positive way, as he did many thousands of people for decades to come.
Best,
Melissa
five minute builder said
am December 8 2009 @ 1:14 pm
he will be missed by a lot of people for sure, but i think he lived a very full life and i’m sure he is in a better place now.
Chris Hanlon said
am December 8 2009 @ 1:38 pm
Thanks for sharing this Frank.
I didn’t know Jim had passed and I am saddened. I too can thank Jim’s tapes (borrowed!) for helping me through some tough times.
I treasure the memory of flying to the US to see him speak and meeting him briefly, thanking him for his impact on me, and having him sign my notes.
What was extraordinary was the line of people that wanted to do the same. Jim had a profound effect on the world.
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Dr Laraine said
am December 8 2009 @ 3:49 pm
Personal development was a creative paradigm in Jim Rohn’s early career. He helped two generations of business builders understand exactly what Frank is talking about: “…that the only way to really accomplish anything was to work hard, set goals, become a better person, and provide more value to the marketplace than anyone else.”
He loved the beauty of the basics, which is why so many folks are still connecting with his teaching materials. Frank has modeled that gift in his apt description of Mr. Rohn’s service to all of us. Thanks all around.
Purpose Positive Team said
am December 8 2009 @ 4:04 pm
We agree that Jim Rohn was an eclectic resource for positive purpose. He probably helped as many entrepreneurs find a way to believe in themselves as any motivational speaker. Advancing your dreams meant advancing yourself, improvement, and purposeful, goal-directed actions. RIP Jim.
FLC said
am December 8 2009 @ 10:21 pm
I’m really sad to hear Jim had passed away… the guy is awesome… I will always remember his preaching… the words ‘old, poor and embarassing’ lingering in my mind as a warning to take action before getting too old and broke..
Janet said
am December 9 2009 @ 1:40 am
Thanks for sharing this video and introducing us to Jim Rohn, Frank. I’ve never heard anyone explain personal development the way that Jim did.
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Sheila Atwood said
am December 9 2009 @ 11:55 am
Thanks for the tribute.
He is so simple - He gets to basic truths.
I think that is what I have learned the most from him.
Sheila
Daniel Wagner said
am December 9 2009 @ 12:03 pm
Jim saved my life! he was the first guy ever in 1996 that I came across who opened my eyes to what is possible! He will always be one of my biggest inspirations.
thank you Jim!
Daniel
Steven said
am December 9 2009 @ 4:47 pm
Thanks Frank
This information can really change me life. you are an earth angel if i have ever seen one. Excited to meet one day!!
thanks
STEVE
Stephanie said
am December 9 2009 @ 5:57 pm
Frank,
Awesome video. What a compelling man! Almost as compelling as you…
Thanks for sharing!
Peter said
am December 10 2009 @ 3:17 pm
Frank,
indeed Jim Rohn’s life such an example for all of us. Memory eternal Jim Rohn.
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am December 10 2009 @ 4:57 pm
Here at the office we all got a little choked up while watching that video, but it is a great reminder to keep improving every single day.
“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.”
-Jim Rohn
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am December 11 2009 @ 2:45 am
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Arbe Fisher said
am December 11 2009 @ 6:31 am
Hi Frank,
Thank you for informing me about Jim Rohn’s passing. He was very influential in my life as well. I too was a member of The People’s Network, TPN back in the day when we had our own cable TV Channel and doing Big things until we were taken over by Prepaid Legal. Anyways, it was during that period when I was first introduced to Jim and his training materials. He was the pace setter among his peers. Much like you are now. Did you know he was Tony Robbin’s personal mentor when he first started out? I’m sure Tony is devastated. What a lost.
“RIP Jim Rohn”.
Arbe
Jared P Little said
am December 11 2009 @ 7:29 am
Thanks John, I hadn’t every listen to him before. Will be digging for some more. I love the classic speakers and the funny part it the same holds true over and over again. Keep it simple. A,B,C
Norm McCurry said
am December 12 2009 @ 3:34 pm
Jim Rohn was my first and most inspirational mentor. I must have gone to at least 25 or 30 Jim Rohn Seminars back in the 80″s at the Windham Hotel in Costa Mesa CA. I had the privilege of having coffee with him in the hotel coffee shop, he was a generous and caring man, I will miss him. I still enjoy his books and tapes. For those of you that were going to his seminars back then you will remember the “Thanks for the warm hands” joke he told at almost every event.
social media ghost writer said
am December 14 2009 @ 11:58 am
thanks for the share frank.
Jim Rohn was absolutely a huge influence in so many of our lives.
the same goes for you. you are an inspiration, in a different sort of way…
keep it up dude
Chema said
am December 15 2009 @ 2:12 am
Thank you Frank!
It is a surprise for me that Mr Jim Rohn was your mentor!
Scott Cofer said
am December 15 2009 @ 9:32 am
Thank you Mr. Rohn for all your contribution to my life.
And thanks Frank for your post content below the video. This is GREAT material …. just changed my homepage to this post.
Rock on brother,
Scott
Jack Schoenberger said
am December 15 2009 @ 12:03 pm
You brought back some good memories. I was introduced to Jim Rohn thru TPN also. I was in the Army back then and had my satellite dish set up in the back of my military quarters.
Was also when I started converting videos into Real Media (.ram) files to post some primitive promotional videos on my home grown TPN bridge page. Made some money but more importantly helped me find a source of positive messages that have meant a lot in my life during good times and bad.
Thanks Frank.
Mike Prado said
am December 15 2009 @ 12:51 pm
Many Thanks Frank…
for the great tribute to Jim Rohn. Needless to say this planet will miss this “Good Man”. I had the great fortune of hearing Mr Rohn in person. I’ll always remember one of his many great sayings…”It’s not the wind that will affect you, it’s how you trim your sails..”
He will be sorely missed. He will stay with me always. Thanks again Frank
All the best,
Mike Prado
Matt Robson said
am December 15 2009 @ 2:39 pm
My fav Jim Rohn quote.
“Those are called…the FACTS.”
Linda Berry said
am December 15 2009 @ 4:37 pm
Frank,
I have always felt very comfortable with your straightforward, down to earth, style and your drive to leave things better than you found them. I admire the principles which you live and work by. It is with a smile I learn that Jim Rohn is an influence in your life.
He is a treasure — a place to go to sort it all out… His words of inspiration and wisdom will serve humanity far beyond any of our lifetimes.
Thank you for all that you do, and for being the example you are, Frank. Your strong and positive influence in this emerging marketplace is something I feel Jim would take great pleasure in knowing he had helped shape.
Jim Rohn would be honored to be honored by you.
Linda
Melysa said
am December 15 2009 @ 10:37 pm
Mr. Kern:
I have never heard of you before, nor did I hear of Mr. Rohn until my mentor mentioned his death this month. It is a shame I only just found out an extraordinary set or group of people out there that are doing exceptional things and all this time I have been in my own little world doing my own little things wondering why I never really got anywhere. At the moment I am working on the old marketing of a beginning business so I can raise money I need to continue my internet project, and I am paying these things off. The amount of money is not huge for books, and it really is simply me and my own limitations, but things are changing. My purpose of writing is to say thank you for your blogs and information. Once I learn or decide on the value I can provide, that will be a big turning point i think. I like to make sure I touch at least one or two of my mentors here and there, and this is my note for you. God bless for Christmas and New Year. Love and appreciation are the most valuable things we can give or receive, so those are my gifts for you today. Thank you. I love you.
David on 7th December:
While I am here, thanks for the long intro you made of this person Mr.Rohn who I have only heard of once when one of my mentors mentioned his passing. I usually only pay attention when I find something that brings tears to my eyes and for people who stop for me and listen to me. Thanks for the input about this person who is just the kind of person I would love to be. Imagine being respected and big enough to not have to rush away and go to the next thing. It is a mindset thing. It is also a time thing. Some of the other people really do need to be somewhere and so on… But thank you for that. Seasons greetings!
Khalid said
am December 15 2009 @ 10:41 pm
I heard this years ago…Thanks Frank!
Ron Borg said
am December 18 2009 @ 6:58 am
The best Jim Rohn line ever: (He was speaking of being competitive…)
And it’s not just that I wish for me to win. Its that I wish for you to lose. And that is noble on my part. For you learn something valuable each time you lose. So I wish to give you that experience.
Love that. I’ll miss him.
Ron Borg
Carsten said
am December 18 2009 @ 8:16 am
He is a great inspiration for me!
Ray said
am December 18 2009 @ 2:17 pm
Thanks for your tribute to him. I have never heard of him before now and I am glad that i have because of you.
Kellie Hosaka said
am December 19 2009 @ 7:09 pm
Frank,
Mahalo (thank you) for your beautiful words about Jim Rohn. It warms my heart to hear how he affected so many people, even those he never met. Your story on listening his tapes while you were in the car are very inspiring.
We have had the privilege of working together with Jim in Herbalife. His wise words of wisdom rings over and over in my mind. Thank you again! I was referred to your blog to watch your State of The Internet address and I was so happy to see your post on Jim. You really touched my heart in a deep place today.
You have taken his words to heart…”For Things To Change, I Have To Change. For Things To Get Better, I Have To Get Better”….”Don’t Wish It Was Easier, Wish You Were Better”..
Mahalo (thank you), as we say in Hawaii.
Kellie Hosaka
Ryan Malone said
am December 20 2009 @ 12:52 pm
I’ll say, I’m still only newborn in this market that we are all trying to make it in these days, and I’m one for complaining about alot, and I mean, ALOT. I complain that I dont earn enough, I complain that I cant pay the bills, I complain because of EVERYTHING. I have never heard of this guy, but Frank. You are right about those words that kicled you up the arse all those years ago. They are gonna be stickied here for me to refer to every day.
Sad that I never got to get into Jim Rohn before his passing, but his words will stick with me for some time. Thanks for the tribute Frank.
NOW - New Optimal World said
am December 21 2009 @ 9:24 pm
Why did you remove my comments Frank ?
Without even writing and checking with me ?
Thank you Jessica Hollies for sharing this page.
Linda said
am December 28 2009 @ 10:37 am
Frank,
Thanks for sharing this, I am not familiar with him but I am now. Can’t wait to hear more from him.
Linda
Eli said
am January 2 2010 @ 1:17 am
He was a good man. He lives through us.
Eli The Great.
David Bridge, Jr said
am January 5 2010 @ 2:43 pm
wow.. I am in disbelief at the moment, and will be reflecting on some of the notes from the many stories I have heard him tell. Thanks for this post.
David Bridge, Jr
Giesele said
am January 14 2010 @ 6:54 pm
Ditto!
Thank you sooo much for having this video on your blog. I truly love and miss, who I believe is one of the most profound human beings to share the simplicity of words and statements, that stirs up the soul. May it continue to help the masses.
Thank you Frank, for sharing.
Aloha,
Giesele
Rick Butts said
am January 24 2010 @ 2:33 pm
Hey Frank -
I was selling tickets to see Tom Hopkins and Jim Rohn when TPN came out. They were based in Dallas where the company I was working for, Results International, was based and we sold the living crap out of TPN.
Jim Rohn got me into the speaking business - by just speaking. I was fortunate enough to work with him on several live events - and when I self-published my first book The Safari Chronicles - he was gracious enough to give me a testimonial for the back cover. One of the proudest moments of my life.
I miss Jim, but for the last few years I have enjoyed rolling his videos and listening to his timeless message.
“How’s your Mother Johnny?”
“Ahh, Frank, she’s dying….”
“We all are, Johnny. Act accordingly.”
Jack Nicholson - The Departed
Dawn Billings said
am January 31 2010 @ 4:46 pm
Thank you for this tribute Frank.
I loved Jim Rohn. My son and I were involved in TPN as well.
My son Corbin, began watching these great orators at 9 years old. He was inspired by the great teachers like Les Brown, Jim Rohn, Mark Victor Hansen, Og Mandino, and so many others. From them, he learned that he learned to believe in his capacity to make a difference.
My son was diagnosed with restrictive air disease at 9, and had tumors growing in his sinus cavities so large they were pushing his eyes out of his sockets. He had to have 2 very frightening and dangerous surgeries and when he was healing from the first one, he decided to make a difference in the world by helping to clean up the air by getting people to help him plant trees, which are the lungs of the planet. His name is Corbin Billings. He became known as the “Tree Kid” and he got 169,000 trees planted when he was only 10. He became the youngest professional inspirational speaker in the history of The National Speakers Association when he was 11. There was no child category so he met all the adult requirements.
Corbin shared the TPN stage with Jim Rohn, Les Brown, Mark Victor Hansen and other greats when he was chosen as the ONLY child faculty member of TPN just before they were bought out by PrePaid Legal.
We didn’t make any money either, but we made a fortune in life lessons that have served us ever since. Since TPN, I have written over 20 books and created a Women’s Networking organization called The Heart Link Network http://www.TheHeartLinkNetwork.com, which is dedicated to helping professional women live the dreams in their hearts, and Corbin wrote 4 books by the time he was 13,that sold in several countries. We started our own publishing company so that we could give all the money we made speaking back to the planet.
Corbin’s first book is entitled “The ABCs of Becoming Great”, which sold in many countries. It is wonderfully encouraging, pithy, and simply profound. He has since grown up, graduated Valedictorian of his high school, has just finished his first novel and a few weeks ago graduated from USCs prestigious Film School. He has won numerous awards for volunteering and scholastic excellence, but it all began in part because of the amazing Mr. Jim Rohn.
Thanks again for the tribute.
Dawn L Billings,
CEO and Founder of The Heart Link Network
http://www.TheHeartLinkNetwork.com
Creator of the NEW Parenting Tool/TOY called CAPABLES
http://www.GetCapables.com
author of over 20 books
http://www.DawnBillings.com
Glyn @ The GatAttitude Blog said
am February 17 2010 @ 2:50 pm
Jim Rohn’s work change my life in a very powerful way. For that saying “think you” just don’t really seem to cut it… I only wish I could have thanked him in person. Next to Mr. Rohn there is Eben Pagan and the great Frank Kern. Frank… thanks for all you do.
Mike said
am March 22 2010 @ 10:36 pm
Great post Frank. Jim Rohn was definitely one of a kind! Also, thanks for giving away those training videos. I have been watching them the last few days and learned much.
Mike
sameh said
am March 24 2010 @ 2:45 am
Jim Rohn is and will always be the best. I have attended some of his seminars in Europe , got all of his DVDs and Books. he was an still an inspiration to me and to a lot of my friends , who i introduced them to him!
Success is something you attract , by the person you become ! this statement REALLY changed my life. i become an attractive person .. and i can find everyone in my company , really keen to come and offer me a job either in the company or to work with them in next business they are willing to open!
Quinton said
am March 25 2010 @ 10:35 am
Jim was the best period!
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Bobby Freiler said
am June 4 2010 @ 8:02 am
Great video Frank!
Brett said
am June 26 2010 @ 6:02 pm
Im very saddened to learn Jim Rohn passed away. He was a great motivational person to me and he was unique in how he approached his motivational seminars. No showbiz type stuff, just commonsense delivered in a his style.
“Do what you can” “If you motivate and idiot, you have a motivated idiot” were my favorite phrases.. RIP Sir, you are missed.
Wayne Lambert said
am July 1 2010 @ 2:58 pm
Yes, Jim has had a profound impact on my life and has greatly assited along with the likes of Tony Robbins, Chris Howard, George Zalucki and Brian Tracy in taking my psychology to an entirely new level. Thank you so much.
Jim’s basic teachings told me to always be at cause to the things in my life rather than be at the effect of them. Take responsibility and understand that success is an inside out job.
Thanks,
Wayne
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I have invested thousands of dollars on books and audio programs over the past 15 yrs. Jim Rohn is my absolute favorite. It’s because of him that I “changed the set of my sail” and started a library, and started my journals, to leave a legacy for my g-kids.
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Tutor Phil said
am August 24 2010 @ 5:49 am
I was lucky enough to meet Jim Rohn at his seminar in Dallas back in 2007. I have to say - if it were not for his influence, I would still be seeking meek security in life.
But his lessons, especially the one about the Law of Averages, changed my life. I suddenly realized that I could be successful, too. All I had to do was try new things and strive to get better and better.
RIP, Jim.
And, Frank, your video on Core Influence was my first real exposure to your work (aside from a few youtube videos). This is going to be another life-changing event for me. Thank you.
Phil
Jane said
am August 30 2010 @ 8:21 pm
I also listen to Jim Rohn’s tapes and he has influenced me deeply with his life teachings and humored me. I am very sadden by this. =(
I wish I had the opportunity to have met him. Thank you for posting his video.
Jane