When Ziglar Family CEO, Mark Timm, heard Zig Ziglar speak for the first time almost 3 decades ago, it changed his life direction. Mr. Ziglar’s timeless principles inspired Mark to start more than a dozen successful businesses. But when his business success didn’t transfer to his family life, Mark and his wife Ann got intentional about applying those time-tested Ziglar principles to leading and growing a successful, blended family with six children. Today as CEO of Ziglar Family, Mark passionately shares the Ziglar principles that have worked so well for his family to empower millions of other families around the world. Ziglar principles have guided Mark to significant achievements, from becoming a national FFA officer as a teen, to becoming a highly successful entrepreneur and starting more than 12 businesses.  He has spoken professionally for over 25 years, giving thousands of speeches to over one million people in 48 states. But his highest priority is to keep his family as the most important thing. Together with his wife, Ann, he is proud to parent six of the coolest kids on the planet — three boys (Markus, Kavyn, Zachary) and three girls (Mary, Cassandra & Grace). They live near Indianapolis, Indiana. When not helping families in the Thrive community, Mark enjoys flying airplanes, traveling with his family, and engaging in fun outdoor activities with his kids.

Show Highlights:

You already know to be successful at home if you are successful somewhere else. - Mark TimmSo many families don’t have a target they’re aiming for, they’re just in survival mode. - Mark TimmThe greatest change happens at the dinner table. - Mark Timm“If you want to change the world, go home and love your family.” - Mother TeresaWhen you’re together, don’t miss the opportunity to talk about something meaningful. - Mark TimmIf we teach our kids to think, that sets them up for success. - Mark TimmYour job is not to raise a good kid, it’s to raise a good adult. - Mark Timm5 Ideas for running your business like a family:

Give special attention to new team membersCelebrate Milestones and achievementsProvide for them and keep them safeTrain and develop your peopleCare about them because they are yours; not because of what they can do for you.

The Action Catalyst is a weekly podcast hosted by Dan Moore, President of Southwestern Advantage, the oldest direct-sales company in America, and Partner with Southwestern Consulting. With more than 45 years in sales leadership and marketing management, Dan has a wealth of knowledge to share on how to make better use of time to achieve life, sales, and other business goals. Each week, he interviews some of the nation’s top thought leaders and experts, sharing meaningful tips and advice. Subscribe on iTunes and please leave a rating and review!