A Revealing Interview With Jason Better By Mitchell Dillman…

Mitchell Sent Me An E-mail:

“Now, I’ve made it part of my daily routine to tune-in, read up, and post comments on your blog and it seems only natural that I’d really like to know a bit more about old Jason Better. Take a look at the
following 10 questions and humor me my friend…”


Sure, I thought, “why not?”

So, this is the transcript of an exclusive interview I granted to Mitchell Dillman from www.DillmanSolutions.com – what a guy

The Inside Scoop On Jason The “Better Networker”:

1. “Who is Jason Better (so to speak)?”

Why, I’m the guy who runs the show at BetterNetworker.com so to speak. My passion is helping Network Marketers with their online (and offline) marketing. That’s what drives me every single day. And that’s why I wake up with a smile on my face – every day :-D

2. “What makes Jason Better tick?”

Well, I sorta answered that already.

But you know, I’m one of those rare individuals who actually gets a “kick” out of helping people. That’s what makes Jason Better “tick”.

3. “Why did Jason Better chose to get started in marketing and when?”

Well, like everybody else I’ve had my failures.

Believe it or not, I was once miserably broke, had furniture made of milk-crates, and my biggest “dream” was to own a bed to sleep on. Never mind “six figure success”.

I guess you could say, I got started out of desperation.

4. “Where do you operate from Jason? (Do you have an office in Austin where you punch in and meet with all the others that run The Better Networker or do you work from home and meet with the others Online?)”

Yes, I have an office in Austin Texas too, but I prefer to work from my cozy home office most of the time – fewer distractions.

In fact, I’m flying to Austin next month to iron out the future of Better Networker as we know it. My good friend (and trusted advisor) Mike Dillard is going to help us make Better Networker a better place for all of us.

5. “What’s a typical day look like for Jason Better? What kind of hours do you put in?”

Gosh, I work crazy hours and I won’t deny it. You can find me answering comments at midnight or 5:45 in the morning. Sleep is overrated.

Basically, I wake up early usually before 6:00 a.m. and start my day. I make the rounds at BetterNetworker.com to make sure nothing is amiss. I have a chat with Carl the Cop. Carl’s always a little grumpy but he’s a great guy.

After that, I write for as many hours as I can get away with.

If I get three solid hours of writing done in a morning – it’s a miracle.

The rest of my day is spent putting out fires, tackling emergencies, and writing between phone calls, meetings, and other time management nightmares.

By the way, time management is probably the most overlooked (and most important) skill in business – if you don’t master that then you don’t stand a chance. :-(

6. “Is your role a Better Networker all you’re doing?”

Better Networker is 100% my top priority. But lately, I’ve been helping Mike Dillard with “What’s Working Now”. I’m thrilled to be a part of that too.

7. “How long has Jason Better been in Network Marketing?”

Oh boy, if you add up all the years then I would have to tell you how old I was. I prefer to keep you guessing. Besides, you wouldn’t believe me if I told you.

I mean, how long has Yoda been training Jedi Knights?

8. “Jason, where do you see yourself in a year? In 5 years? In 20?”

In a year? Why, I hope to still be here at Better Networker.

In five years, Better Networker will not only be the most valuable community for home business owners (it already is) but also a household word.

In twenty years? I’ll probably be passing on the Better mantle to some young whippersnapper with even better ideas than I have.

9. “If you were to spill the beans, what would you say is the single most important skill for any new Network or Internet Marketer to learn and what would your focus be on if you were just coming into this business?”

I try not to spill my beans…

But, if I had to give you one secret (the real secret of success) I would be tempted to say, “ACTION”. Because wishful thinking won’t get you anywhere in life. If you really want success then you have to make mistakes, move forward, and do something.

If you REALLY want success – you have to TAKE IT.

You have my full permission to reproduce portions of this interview on Better Networker (or any other website) as long as you link back.

Please, feel free to share it with your friends on Twitter too.

To your success,

-Jason The “Better Networker”
-The Jason Better Blog

Jason Better

P.S. A Special Thank You: Mitchell Dillman has been a regular reader of the Jason Better Blog since day one. He’s always there to lend a helping hand and he’s never afraid to speak his mind. If you would like to connect with him then head on over to DillmanSolutions.com – what a guy

52 Comments

Josh Garcia  on April 27th, 2010

Hey Jason,

This is brilliant from Mitchell Dillman!

Thanks for sharing this with us. We get to know a little bit more of who you are and what your life is like.

You are already providing us some kick butt content that we get to apply and get results. But this is the best content because I feel I know Jason Better.

Chat with you later…
Josh

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Jason Reply:

Mitchell’s a sneaky one.

It took him a while to pry these answers out of me but now they’re out!

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Michael Cole  on April 27th, 2010

Hey Jason,

What can I say? INSPIRING

Mike

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Jason Reply:

Michael,

If I inspire it’s only because I’ve been inspired by others. ;-)

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Kerie Cooper  on April 27th, 2010

:) Wow, it’s nice to get to know you better Jason – thanks for giving us a glimpse of a day in your life.

Kerie

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Jason Reply:

Thank you Kerie,

I try to keep a little mystery.

What’s life without mystery?

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Peter Montgomery  on April 27th, 2010

Thanks Heaps Mitchell,
And thanks Jase for sharing these insights into your world.

Action Action Action…It aint gonna come for free!

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Jason Reply:

Hey Peter,

No problemo.

Most of the world’s problems could be solved by action.

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Dwayne Huggins  on April 27th, 2010

Great idea. Thanks Mitch.

Thank you J of opening up a little. It is always good to get to know people you look up to more.

Exciting times ahead for BN. It is the place to be without a doubt to get valuable NM information.

Great to be a part of The Better Bunch

Dwayne

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Jason Reply:

Just a little.

I can’t let all the secrets out.

I mean, what would be the fun?

Loving your content Dwayne.

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Dwayne Huggins Reply:

BTW thanks for the 1st page pic and my video in BoBN. I will no doubt do a post about this soon, but thank you for selecting my content for it.

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Jason Reply:

Wow, I almost forgot that was even there.

Congratz Dwayne. :-)

No need to thank me.

Mary Thayer  on April 27th, 2010

Hey Jason,

I have to admit I was thrilled to see you were being exposed, though I was expecting maybe a photo or two. Guess I am a visual kind of gal:D Guess it will be a process to get to know who you are in print.

(Kinda like being in the days when there were no pictures;-)

Thanks for sharing.
Mary Thayer

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Jason Reply:

No photos…

I’m camera shy.

But there was a thread on Better Networker
where Tim Erway shared a Jason Better “sighting” in
Austin. I need to dig that one up.

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Melodie Kantner  on April 27th, 2010

Very inspiring.

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Jason Reply:

:-)

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Nelson Montanez  on April 27th, 2010

Great interview! Thanks for sharing more of you and your habits with us Jason. You rock!

Have a great day!
Nelson

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Jason Reply:

Hah, they can’t be that interesting.

As Eric Worre says…

Network Marketing is boring when you do it right.

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Ilka Flood  on April 27th, 2010

Two thumbs up!! Thanks, Mitchell, that was a great idea!

Thank you, Jason, for giving us a bit more insight on who you are and what you do! Although you’re still quite a mystery and I’m sure there’s a lot more people would like to know about you :)

This is excellent!!

Have an awesome day!

Ilka

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Jason Reply:

It’s only because I get a good laugh when
somebody claims I’m only two inches tall. ;-)

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anne  on April 27th, 2010

Hi Jason,

You certainly lead a busy life…it’s great to learn more about you, truly inspiring.

Thanks Mitchell for helping us get to know Jason “Better” :)

Best regards from Maine,

Anne

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Jason Reply:

Busy yes,

I tried to take a break once and I almost had a nervous breakdown.

I get all jittery when there’s nothing to do.

Thank you Anne. :-)

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Yadvinder Singh  on April 27th, 2010

That solves a little bit of mystery you created around jason and when do we get to see a photo of yours. I guess we all are at the edge of your seats here:)

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The "MLM" Cowboy  on April 27th, 2010

Wow Jason,

I would have been back sooner, but my 8 chihuahuas( actually 6, cause I took two with me)had a party while I was gone.
They killed all my 25 chicks, so the last four days of manual labor I put in (building a chicken house, so nothin’ could get them)didn’t pan out.

I’m sure glad you let us know about yourself.

You be sure and tell ” Mr D” hi.

Clay Mac,aka The “MLM” Cowboy

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Hector cuevas  on April 27th, 2010

Hey Jason,

You’re right about the time management thing, especialy when running an online business. You need to put in countless hours to see succes in his industry.. abd you just showed us proof of that.. Thanks

….it’s funny cuz I’m a night owl.. when you’re waking up, I’m getting ready for bed..

Talk soon
Hector

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Jason Reply:

You night owls don’t know what you’re missing.

I still remember my grandma telling me “Nothing good happens after midnight.”

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Lynda Cromar  on April 27th, 2010

I appreciate you being honest. It doesn’t matter if you have been in this a while, this is actually a place where wisdom is respected and appreciated. I can always grow and learn from anyone and everyone!

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Jason Reply:

Especially the folks around here. ;-)

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Wayne Vassell  on April 27th, 2010

Hey J,

Nice interview there, thanks to Mitchell for putting that together.

Is it me or are we missing question 10??

Or is that some copywriting voodoo to keep us on the edge of our seats or maybe a cunning test to see if we are reading all your posts? (ha)

Thanks for this.

Wayne Vassell, signing out…

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Jason Reply:

Caught!

Mitchell didn’t send me question ten… or rather he didn’t send me question 9…

I thought nobody would notice.

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Ken West  on April 27th, 2010

Hey Jason,

Thanks for the peek inside your life. And thanks to Mitchell for bringing this about.

I’m right there with Wayne…what happened to question 10? Was it just too revealing to post?

Thanks for all you do,

Ken

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Jason Reply:

Actually, there is no question ten.

I didn’t feel comfortable changing Mitchell’s quote… but gosh… he didn’t send me ten questions.

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Gayle Buchanan  on April 27th, 2010

Morning Jason
Fab idea Mitchell, great to get more insight about BN and JB, you are a star Jason no two ways about it, thank you for being here every day and providing a strong set of shoulders to lean on. Very much appreciated here.

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Jason Reply:

The applause goes to Mitchell.

You should see some of the things he’s doing.

Seriously, when I first met him he was a technophobe.

Now, he has videos, press releases, and widgets.

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Jerome Ratliff  on April 27th, 2010

Hey J,

Long time no talk. Wow, I feel like I know a little more about you now.

I had a feeling you might be a busy person… LOL. Especially when it comes to those things that make you kick and tick.

That’s cool Mitchell had done this. Thanks!

Have a great day my friend,
Jerome Ratliff

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Jason Reply:

Busy as a bee. ;-)

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Tracey Hausel  on April 27th, 2010

Mitchell, thanks for cornering Jason.

Jason, thanks for letting Mitchell “corner you”.

P.S. I don’t get why people are asking for pictures of you. I mean there is a picture of you in the header.

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Jason Reply:

I keep telling people that’s an actual picture.

I’m glad somebody is on my side. ;-)

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Marcus Baker  on April 27th, 2010

What there’s no dirt, juicy bits, spice…. at all???? Or it’s just not been dished….yet??? Ha ha..

Well done Mitchell!

Cheers,
Marcus

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Jason Reply:

Geez!

This is the Jason Better Blog not the
Weekly World News. lol

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Derek Alvarez  on April 27th, 2010

What a great idea!

Mitchell is one sharp cookie, but I think he might have given you a bit of a “pass”…

C’mon Jason, where’s the dirt? Let’s bring in Barbara Walters — she’ll get it out of ya! LOL

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Jason Reply:

The dirt?

What, that I’m two inches tall and really do look like one of those “bobble heads” you put on a car dashboard?

Or that I’m really a “Google Bot”?

Or that I’m a pan handler in Austin Texas?

Or my relationship with Miranda Maven?

What kind of dirt are you looking for?

Haha.

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Eric McMillan  on April 27th, 2010

We’ve all just been in the mind of a genius. (Even though he’s the Oogle bot in disguise). I’m starting to think Mitchell is digital too, to get this interview.

None the less, good stuff,
Eric McMillan

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Jason Reply:

Too funny…

Yeah, there’s no way I could be human.

You’re making me doubt my own existence.

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Peter Grimes  on April 27th, 2010

Jason/Mitchell,
What a dynamic duo! Good job and thanks for the sharing and tips :)

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Jason Reply:

No problemo. :-D

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Mitchell Dillman  on April 28th, 2010

Hey there Jason,

Cool Beans, Man…Can’t believe I almost missed this…

Been real busy Offline with my Construction Contracting Business!

There may not be many new homes being built right now, but don’t let anyone tell ya there’s not a whole lot of remodel and addition work finally starting back up.

This was Great! I knew I wasn’t the only one wanting to know more about you…This keeps you real.

Thanks buddy…Now I know you really are “The Man” ;-)

Catch ya later J,

Make it a GREAT Day!

Mitchell Dillman

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Zack Covell  on April 28th, 2010

Ahha, the infamous Jason pops out for a candid moment…thanks for sharing guys.

I’d still like to know how many opportunities, failures Jason experienced early on before blogging…

Downfalls that we can learn from give us more passion than pure motivation alone. Always learning from our mistakes.

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Dolores Luz  on April 28th, 2010

Now we catch some revealing truths (which is great) about your background, Jason! I know a lot of us wonder about what the author is like behind all those emails we’ve gotten for many months now (in my case). It’s great to know you and your generosity to the community. Is your photo coming out soon?

Thanks for all the sharing!

Dolores Luz

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Rhonda Miller  on April 29th, 2010

Whew. I’m glad there were no photos or “real” names mentioned. I kind of like the mystery of it all.

Kudos to Mitchell,

Rhonda:)

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Jason Reply:

Well Rhonda…

You didn’t really expect me to give up my ace, did you?

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