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Hi there,
Does anyone remember when they were young the "what if" conversation that would sometimes take place in your head. What if they don't pick me for the dodge ball team, what if I forget my spelling words, what if I don't get a date for grad night, what if he doesn't like me? Do you notice the theme here; all negative emotions are being engaged! Ouch
Well I have been moving back to this "what if" conversation style, however, now I am consciously engaging the positive.
What if I book up all my open client appointments - and I have to start a waiting list? Yahoo - Yes!
What if "X" Company accepts my proposal - and I get a new fantastic partnership opportunity? Yahoo - Yes!
What if I get that speaking gig - and I get known throughout my community as an expert in my field? Yahoo - Yes!
Do you see the benefits of changing from the negative to the positive mindset. I'm now actively seeing and working towards the good stuff that can result when "what if" happens.
I'm ready, willing, and able to take all on these new challenges and opportunities on.
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
Friday, March 27, 2009
Monday, February 9, 2009
Women Teaching Women
Hi there,
I have been missing in action again! No excuses just downright busy! Here is one of the NEW endeavors I have been working on.
WOMEN TEACHING WOMEN - is just what it sounds like. Women who want to share what they have learned with women who want to know. Three business colleagues and I got together over lunch one day and starting planning a series of meetings created for the sole purpose of providing information and empowering women!
My fellow organizers are Tammy Foley, We Train U-2, , Rachel Baer, Attorney at Law, , and Herminia Ojeda, Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.
I keep telling my clients and really anyone I meet that has a project to complete to get help. Don't try and do it alone. This is one way to get the message out and to provide women with the opportunity to ask for that help in a very safe setting. No selling, not intimidation, just like-minded women around a table talking and answering questions.
We are very excited to bring this series of informal seminars to the women of Silicon Valley. We will meet on the second Thursday of each month (unless that changes :-) from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Upcoming topics include:
March - Generating your own opportunities and putting ideas into action
April - Going Green - What does it mean?
May - Women's Health Month
If you are going to be in the Bay Area on Thursday, Feb. 12 call to reserve your seat! We have limited seating at this time, but plan on growing bigger! Call: 408.510.4158 to RSVP.
Location: 166 N. Bascom Ave., San Jose CA
I look forward to seeing you there!
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
I have been missing in action again! No excuses just downright busy! Here is one of the NEW endeavors I have been working on.
WOMEN TEACHING WOMEN - is just what it sounds like. Women who want to share what they have learned with women who want to know. Three business colleagues and I got together over lunch one day and starting planning a series of meetings created for the sole purpose of providing information and empowering women!
My fellow organizers are Tammy Foley, We Train U-2, , Rachel Baer, Attorney at Law, , and Herminia Ojeda, Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.
I keep telling my clients and really anyone I meet that has a project to complete to get help. Don't try and do it alone. This is one way to get the message out and to provide women with the opportunity to ask for that help in a very safe setting. No selling, not intimidation, just like-minded women around a table talking and answering questions.
We are very excited to bring this series of informal seminars to the women of Silicon Valley. We will meet on the second Thursday of each month (unless that changes :-) from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Upcoming topics include:
March - Generating your own opportunities and putting ideas into action
April - Going Green - What does it mean?
May - Women's Health Month
If you are going to be in the Bay Area on Thursday, Feb. 12 call to reserve your seat! We have limited seating at this time, but plan on growing bigger! Call: 408.510.4158 to RSVP.
Location: 166 N. Bascom Ave., San Jose CA
I look forward to seeing you there!
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Are you part of the problem or the solution?
Hi there,
I so meant to write yesterday while everyone was still pumped up from the speech by our new President. The best laid plans of mice and men don't always work the way we want them to.
So here I am a day late, but definitely not a dollar short!!! Back to my title: Are you part of the problem or the solution?
I was walking with a business colleague this morning and we were talking about yesterday's events and how excited we are to be experiencing this changing of the guard. I made the comment that I really hoped we, that's the collective we as in our nation, give President Obama a chance to show what he can do and not immediately start to burden him with the "old ways." Those things weren't and didn't work in the past and we should be looking for new ideas. Letting President Obama and his team address the challenges, and opportunities, that are facing our country right now with new ideas and new eyes makes so much sense to me.
I have started working this theme into my work with my women entrepreneur clients. We are evaluating what was done last year and how that worked out. If the results were less than what was desired then we are moving to make changes. Before we can make those changes, however, we need to identify what we really want. So get out your pencils and answer these questions (they really are applicable to any change you want to make):
I want to achieve ____________________________________.
WHO else besides me needs to be involved to get this done? (Don't try to go it alone - ask for help!)
WHAT resources do I need to get started? (A new website, a newsletter - what?)
WHERE will I get/find the above resources? (If this is going to cost $$ this is where you will work out how to pay for it - consider bartering with another business professional)
WHEN am I going to start (No idea - then you aren't ready yet - without a definite time set to make this real you will not progress - I'm serious about this one!)
My suggestion to you - find a coach you can connect with and start the process. If you don't know how to choose a coach, give me a call we can talk!
Now you might be asking how this relates to my title: Are you part of the problem or the solution? If you are trying to make your business work using the "old ways" you may be part of the problem, however if you are ready to open your eyes anew and try something different then I see you as part of the solution.
Your choice - I know which one I'm choosing!
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
I so meant to write yesterday while everyone was still pumped up from the speech by our new President. The best laid plans of mice and men don't always work the way we want them to.
So here I am a day late, but definitely not a dollar short!!! Back to my title: Are you part of the problem or the solution?
I was walking with a business colleague this morning and we were talking about yesterday's events and how excited we are to be experiencing this changing of the guard. I made the comment that I really hoped we, that's the collective we as in our nation, give President Obama a chance to show what he can do and not immediately start to burden him with the "old ways." Those things weren't and didn't work in the past and we should be looking for new ideas. Letting President Obama and his team address the challenges, and opportunities, that are facing our country right now with new ideas and new eyes makes so much sense to me.
I have started working this theme into my work with my women entrepreneur clients. We are evaluating what was done last year and how that worked out. If the results were less than what was desired then we are moving to make changes. Before we can make those changes, however, we need to identify what we really want. So get out your pencils and answer these questions (they really are applicable to any change you want to make):
I want to achieve ____________________________________.
WHO else besides me needs to be involved to get this done? (Don't try to go it alone - ask for help!)
WHAT resources do I need to get started? (A new website, a newsletter - what?)
WHERE will I get/find the above resources? (If this is going to cost $$ this is where you will work out how to pay for it - consider bartering with another business professional)
WHEN am I going to start (No idea - then you aren't ready yet - without a definite time set to make this real you will not progress - I'm serious about this one!)
My suggestion to you - find a coach you can connect with and start the process. If you don't know how to choose a coach, give me a call we can talk!
Now you might be asking how this relates to my title: Are you part of the problem or the solution? If you are trying to make your business work using the "old ways" you may be part of the problem, however if you are ready to open your eyes anew and try something different then I see you as part of the solution.
Your choice - I know which one I'm choosing!
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Breaking in a new schedule
Hi there,
I have been playing around with my schedule the past couple of weeks. I'm trying to find the right balance between work, play and exercise. So far I haven't hit on the right combination. For instance, yesterday I had early client meetings then came home to get on the computer and clear out some stuff and also send out an invitation to my real estate contacts (more on that later), then a lovely relaxing massage at 3pm which would leave me time to get ready for a 6pm call with some fellow ICF coaching chapter leaders. All went well until I got home from my massage - I was so relaxed that I forgot all about the 6pm call - OOPs!
Today I'm trying something different. I have listed all my "to dos" in my calendar and I'm checking things off as I go along. I can't say I like this plan, as it takes away some of my spontaneity. Not only that, but I just looked at the clock and it's lunch time and I still haven't taken my walk or eaten - argh!
If you are like me and trying to find that perfect "day" keep trying - I know I am and I'll let you know when I find the right combination that works for me.
More about my invitation to my real estate contacts. I invited ten women real estate agents to join me for lunch this Thursday. I'm looking to create a coaching program specific to women in real estate and really want their input. The program has the potential to be fantastic if it is crafted with the wants and needs of these women in mind. I'll let you know how this turns out later!
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
I have been playing around with my schedule the past couple of weeks. I'm trying to find the right balance between work, play and exercise. So far I haven't hit on the right combination. For instance, yesterday I had early client meetings then came home to get on the computer and clear out some stuff and also send out an invitation to my real estate contacts (more on that later), then a lovely relaxing massage at 3pm which would leave me time to get ready for a 6pm call with some fellow ICF coaching chapter leaders. All went well until I got home from my massage - I was so relaxed that I forgot all about the 6pm call - OOPs!
Today I'm trying something different. I have listed all my "to dos" in my calendar and I'm checking things off as I go along. I can't say I like this plan, as it takes away some of my spontaneity. Not only that, but I just looked at the clock and it's lunch time and I still haven't taken my walk or eaten - argh!
If you are like me and trying to find that perfect "day" keep trying - I know I am and I'll let you know when I find the right combination that works for me.
More about my invitation to my real estate contacts. I invited ten women real estate agents to join me for lunch this Thursday. I'm looking to create a coaching program specific to women in real estate and really want their input. The program has the potential to be fantastic if it is crafted with the wants and needs of these women in mind. I'll let you know how this turns out later!
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
My 2009 is off to a great start!
Hi there,
I have to say my 2009 is off to a great start. If you remember at the end of December two of my clients finished up and I bid them farewell, that opened up space for more clients. Well today I have five to replace those two - I love the new math!
I actually practiced what I preach, what is that, I didn't dwell on the loss instead I looked forward to the potential. No that doesn't mean I sat around waiting for someone to find me. I was out and about and talking to everyone I know. Looks like that paid off, wouldn't you say?
I will admit to ending my year on a bit of a downer, not professionally, just more tired than I remember feeling the year before. In retrospect I realized that I took on a lot of very large responsibilities and they kept me very busy. It didn't leave me much time for "me" and we all know that if you don't take care of yourself problems will show up. Mine are easily fixed, they just require that I take time for myself and say NO more than I have lately.
This is a good lesson to learn from, we are all susceptible to overwhelm, overload and total burnout. Hopefully you are not the latter as burnout takes more time to repair and recover from.
The new coaching tag line I'm seeing now is: Ready to shine in 2009!
Well my polishing cloth is out and I'm making sure my business is going to shine brightly this year. Why don't you join me?
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
I have to say my 2009 is off to a great start. If you remember at the end of December two of my clients finished up and I bid them farewell, that opened up space for more clients. Well today I have five to replace those two - I love the new math!
I actually practiced what I preach, what is that, I didn't dwell on the loss instead I looked forward to the potential. No that doesn't mean I sat around waiting for someone to find me. I was out and about and talking to everyone I know. Looks like that paid off, wouldn't you say?
I will admit to ending my year on a bit of a downer, not professionally, just more tired than I remember feeling the year before. In retrospect I realized that I took on a lot of very large responsibilities and they kept me very busy. It didn't leave me much time for "me" and we all know that if you don't take care of yourself problems will show up. Mine are easily fixed, they just require that I take time for myself and say NO more than I have lately.
This is a good lesson to learn from, we are all susceptible to overwhelm, overload and total burnout. Hopefully you are not the latter as burnout takes more time to repair and recover from.
The new coaching tag line I'm seeing now is: Ready to shine in 2009!
Well my polishing cloth is out and I'm making sure my business is going to shine brightly this year. Why don't you join me?
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Countdown to Xmas
Hi there,
My brother and sister-in-law came into town yesterday. It is always good to get together with family. We spend minutes catching up, yes minutes, we stay in touch with email and phone calls.
Today we all went downtown to our tech museum, to see the da Vinci exhibit. The man was so ahead of his time.
My nieces were interested up to a point and then I heard those words: I'm done from one and I'm bored from the other. We headed into the techie part of the museum and there the girls regained their interest and started to have fun again.
But the count down to Christmas has begun and my oldest niece wanted to know how many hours until Christmas eve started so they could then get ready for Christmas morning. Seeing this time of year through the eyes of small children brings the magic back - I love it! I may not be saying that tomorrow - I haven't finished my shopping, still have two gifts to get and I haven't wrapped a thing! Also I'm on tap to cook three dishes, two for dinner and one for breakfast.
Oh the hustle and bustle, it helps to bring back all the great family memories, especially those that include family members that are no longer with us. No time for sadness, instead I'll keep my spirits happy with those that are here with us still.
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
My brother and sister-in-law came into town yesterday. It is always good to get together with family. We spend minutes catching up, yes minutes, we stay in touch with email and phone calls.
Today we all went downtown to our tech museum, to see the da Vinci exhibit. The man was so ahead of his time.
My nieces were interested up to a point and then I heard those words: I'm done from one and I'm bored from the other. We headed into the techie part of the museum and there the girls regained their interest and started to have fun again.
But the count down to Christmas has begun and my oldest niece wanted to know how many hours until Christmas eve started so they could then get ready for Christmas morning. Seeing this time of year through the eyes of small children brings the magic back - I love it! I may not be saying that tomorrow - I haven't finished my shopping, still have two gifts to get and I haven't wrapped a thing! Also I'm on tap to cook three dishes, two for dinner and one for breakfast.
Oh the hustle and bustle, it helps to bring back all the great family memories, especially those that include family members that are no longer with us. No time for sadness, instead I'll keep my spirits happy with those that are here with us still.
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
Friday, December 19, 2008
I love hearing from old friends
Hi there,
This is the time of year when old friends send out their yearly updates. I love hearing from them. I have one friend, Sandy, that I have known since we were 9 years old - yes that is a long time. And the really cool thing about this friendship is, we haven't lived on the same coast since 1968, can you imagine that. She once told me that I was the only friend she had that she penciled in, because I moved around so much - ha!
When we do get together, and I admit it has been awhile, we pick up right where we left off, just as if we had seen each other the week before. That kind of friendship is rare and really takes dedication to maintain - love you Sandy.
Today I received a holiday card from another old friend that I used to work with over thirteen years ago. She made me tear up when she wrote she missed us working together because we always had so much fun - I agree Carol - I miss you too!
Over the years I have connected with a lot of wonderful people. Wouldn't it be great if I could get all my dear friends together and they would like each other as much as I like each of them - after all they really like me :-) Unfortunately my friends are spread out all over this wonderful country, with only a few of them located in the same general area. Boy what a great party that would be!
If you have a friend or two or more that you haven't been in touch with lately, reach out, even just an email can make a difference (I just got a cute email card from another dear friend - Pamela I loved it and I saved it to share with my nieces!)
Enjoy the weekend - I'm baking cookies! ummm I can smell and taste them already.
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
This is the time of year when old friends send out their yearly updates. I love hearing from them. I have one friend, Sandy, that I have known since we were 9 years old - yes that is a long time. And the really cool thing about this friendship is, we haven't lived on the same coast since 1968, can you imagine that. She once told me that I was the only friend she had that she penciled in, because I moved around so much - ha!
When we do get together, and I admit it has been awhile, we pick up right where we left off, just as if we had seen each other the week before. That kind of friendship is rare and really takes dedication to maintain - love you Sandy.
Today I received a holiday card from another old friend that I used to work with over thirteen years ago. She made me tear up when she wrote she missed us working together because we always had so much fun - I agree Carol - I miss you too!
Over the years I have connected with a lot of wonderful people. Wouldn't it be great if I could get all my dear friends together and they would like each other as much as I like each of them - after all they really like me :-) Unfortunately my friends are spread out all over this wonderful country, with only a few of them located in the same general area. Boy what a great party that would be!
If you have a friend or two or more that you haven't been in touch with lately, reach out, even just an email can make a difference (I just got a cute email card from another dear friend - Pamela I loved it and I saved it to share with my nieces!)
Enjoy the weekend - I'm baking cookies! ummm I can smell and taste them already.
Cheers,
Coach Linda B
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