Are you thinking about Self-Employment or Starting Your Own Business?” It can be fun to think about and it’s a pleasurable distraction when you dislike your job or work life. Problem is it’s not what it’s cracked up to be. Succeeding in self-employment takes way more than passion, living your purpose or doing what you …
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Many times I feel like a broken record. I say what I want to sink in over and over. Repetition is powerful! I am a Big Believer in Follow-Up! It is vitally important and sets you up for faster and easier Business and Career success! In real estate they say… “the three most important things …
What is a funk? For me it means I’m in a bad mood or have a bad case of the blahs! Nothing feels particularly good or pleasurable. A funk involves feelings of frustration, emptiness and disconnection. When are you likely to get into a funk? More important is how do you get out of it? …
You finally do it. You say NO! I’m not available to help with your project or attend an event. You feel good and possibly proud of yourself. When the response is “Please… I Need YOU!” it’s hard to hold your ground. Smart Self-Care requires setting boundaries and saying No! This applies to family, friends and …
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I love an intriguing title! You wonder what it has to do with Business, Career or Life coaching. Keep reading! The complete question is “What happened in the past 24 hours that made you reach out for help?” This is one of my favorite “qualifying” questions. I ask a prospect… What made you reach out for help …
It happens often. My client shares a “negative” story. When I say “you sound angry” their immediate response is… “No, I’m Not Angry!” The physical expression has arms crossed over their chest and heart. The unspoken message is “Good People Don’t Get Angry.” The truth is… “Yes they do and that is a good thing!” …
I no longer charge by the hour for business and life coaching. I wonder why it took me so long. Naturally, there are reasons and almost all are emotional. One of my favorite MarGOisms is “Knowing what to do is the easy part.” As a Business and Life Coach, people ask what I do …
Opra talks about motivation and success! She says you need to “really, really, really” want to make a change. Even with a high level of motivation, making a change is not emotionally easy. I believe the hardest hurdle is managing your negative predictions and fear of the unknown. My “Are we a good fit?” Complimentary …
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Many people would be shocked to know that I’m ever in a bad mood. Having a big smile fools others and myself as well. It took me a while to realize a bad mood or feeling bad (emotionally) is not a bad thing. There are many reasons why bad moods (not dark or depressed) don’t …
That’s life! or It is what it is! I hear those statements and want to speak up and say “Make Room For Your Feelings!” You don’t have full control over what happens to you. Things change whether you want them to or not. Many times the feelings are unpleasant and uncomfortable. It’s life!!! When something …
Learn from the Past Live in the Present Love your Potential! Personal Growth and Business Success require Learning from Past experiences, Living in the Present and Loving your Potential. With the help and support of a strong support team this tall order can take place. Now for the How! You learn from your past mistakes …
Tired of struggling to maintain your confidence? A confidence dip is very discouraging. Self-Confidence matters more then anything. Not having it or being able to maintain it is a huge handicap for achieving satisfaction and success! Confidence requires being an effective emotions manager. You can’t let feelings like frustration and fury derail you. Learning …