The Authentic Networker
The Authentic Networker
Podcast Description
Richard Bliss Brooke—renowned entrepreneur, bestselling author, speaker, and ontological coach—presents The Authentic Networker Podcast, a show dedicated to unlocking the power of genuine relationships in business and beyond. Each episode features inspiring conversations with top Network Marketing leaders, industry trailblazers, and successful entrepreneurs who have built thriving businesses through transparency, integrity, and replicable strategies. Packed with valuable insights, education, and motivation, this podcast is your go-to resource for mastering the mindset, tools, and approaches needed to grow your business, lead a team, or cultivate authentic connections. Join Richard as he guides you on the path to genuine networking and achieving extraordinary growth with honor and authenticity.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as network marketing strategies, personal development, and authentic leadership. Notable episodes include discussions on building resilience during crises, exemplified by John Addison's insights on navigating chaos, and exploring the importance of longevity in business through Richard's own experiences. Each episode seeks to demystify networking through authentic storytelling and practical wisdom.

Richard Bliss Brooke—renowned entrepreneur, bestselling author, speaker, and ontological coach—presents The Authentic Networker Podcast, a show dedicated to unlocking the power of genuine relationships in business and beyond. Each episode features inspiring conversations with top Network Marketing leaders, industry trailblazers, and successful entrepreneurs who have built thriving businesses through transparency, integrity, and replicable strategies. Packed with valuable insights, education, and motivation, this podcast is your go-to resource for mastering the mindset, tools, and approaches needed to grow your business, lead a team, or cultivate authentic connections. Join Richard as he guides you on the path to genuine networking and achieving extraordinary growth with honor and authenticity.
Thanksgiving Day, 1993.
A rundown building in Riverton, Utah.
A company buried in debt, and a decision that would define everything that followed.
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.
Most people would have.
Instead, she chose a harder path:
No investor money.
No debt.
No shortcuts.
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…
Then walked away to build something harder and more meaningful.
If you’re building a business.
If you’re questioning whether integrity still wins.
If you’re committed to the long game in network marketing—
This is a conversation worth your time.
For more network marketing resources check out:
https://richardblissbrooke.com/
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