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If your answer is ‘yes’ to that question, then the chances are good that you are female and that you are juggling family, career and everything else that is being thrown at you. At least 95% of the women with whom I work complain of tension in their shoulder and neck regions on a daily basis. ... Views: 3058
1. Your bold annual income goal. Decide how much money you’d like to make in the next 12 months and include that number on your vision board.
Hint: you don’t have to know HOW you’re going to create the money – simply choose a number that is a stretch ... Views: 3057
Sara Blakely, founder of the super-slimming undergarment giant Spanx, might never have created a multi-million dollar global empire if it had not been for her butt. Frustrated by nature’s imperfections, visible panty lines, and uncomfortable thongs, she set about creating a revolutionary brand ... Views: 3056
Have you experienced up and downs in your finances? Would you like to increase your flow of money? Chances are we have all experienced times when the flow of money is not as we want it to be, or the bills seem to be piling up and there is more going out than coming in! This two part series is ... Views: 3053
As an entrepreneur, you have to be focused and have clarity on what you want this year if you want to reach your goals.
For some of you that will be really easy. You may already have the vision in your mind. You may know exactly whom you want to work with and how you want to work with ... Views: 3050
When it comes to image, everyone is concerned about how they look, how they project themselves, what they say and what they wear. Yet few are aware that the sound of their speaking voice accounts for a large part of that image. So, my question to you is, do you like hearing your voice on your ... Views: 3048
Servant leadership is having the desire to not only lead, but to do so in an ethical manner. I am aware that this could mean a variety of things for many people, but to me, it means making decisions that will benefit those within the organization as well as the organization as a whole, and ... Views: 3033
What does your interviewer really think about what you wear to the interview? Not dressing appropriately for your interview is high on the list of top 10 interview mistakes.
I did my own survey of hiring managers to find out what they expect you to wear in a job interview. Do they expect to ... Views: 3031
In Shakespeare’s King Lear, Lear is carrying the dead Cordelia and says, “her voice was ever soft, gentle and low, an excellent thing in woman.” Those words epitomized the image of how a woman handled herself in society and is in direct contrast to the loud, outspoken and sharp-tongued Kate, ... Views: 3019
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The 6 P's Of Success - by Kate Beeders, Money, Mindset & Marketing Expert/Speaker
It’s so simple –yet so hard if you don't know what you're doing. Proper preparation prevents piss poor performance. That says it all.
Yet so many entrepreneurs run their business by the seat of their pants, from the panic mode.
I call it “near sighted vision”. They only see what's in ... Views: 3000
Are you getting enough of the right clients? If not, look at your marketing copy.
If your target market is women but you’re attracting more men than women, consider revising your sales copy. You might inadvertently be talking more masculinely than femininely.
Fascinating brain research ... Views: 2988
The first time I heard myself on a recording was many years ago when I was in college. I had a small portable Sony tape recorder and I was with my friends when we recorded ourselves. I was horrified when I heard my own speaking voice.
What is fascinating about that experience is that ... Views: 2978
We are hearing it more and more each day. We hear it with politicians, ministers, professional speakers, coaches, trainers, singers, aerobics instructors, and even the guy next door. It is called vocal abuse and it results from unnecessary wear and tear on the vocal folds (cords).
Notice I ... Views: 2977
I was 23 years old and living at home with my parents in Missouri when I became inspired to create my first vision board.
I was in between seasonal work and had a deep burning desire to move out west to Montana. I didn’t have much money and I had no idea how I could afford the move ... Views: 2974
You are at the start of your coaching experience, you know that to serve your clients you need to have a “coaching package” but you have no idea where to start. Let me show you exactly how…
Here we go...
In the early stages of your coaching career, you're still exploring what you want to ... Views: 2963
Do you know what an elevator speech is? An elevator speech is an introduction about your business that you can encapsulate in 30 seconds or less. The idea for this type of speech is based on the average length of time one spends in an elevator.
The value of the elevator speech is not just ... Views: 2962
There seems to be more stress, pressure and conflict in the workplace then ever before. As budgets tighten, layoffs happen, and higher productivity is expected, tempers inevitably flare. Show your leadership skills by mastering these tips to maintaining a calm presence in the face of conflict ... Views: 2941
If there is one thing that cannot happen in public speaking, it is the possibility of delivering a perfect presentation. What skills would you need to make your words or your manner of speaking perfect? Can you answer that honestly? Your presentation may be great; it may be excellent; it may ... Views: 2939
If you want to tap the full potential of your speaking voice, do your homework first and research what is out there. The question you need to ask yourself is whether you want to improve the voice you already have or would you prefer to discover the voice you don’t know you have?
Many coaches ... Views: 2932
If you are looking to improve your speaking voice, your first priority is to find a coach who will teach you how to breathe with the support of your diaphragm. Breathing with this support is something most people are not doing. In fact, 99% of the population is renowned for being lazy or ... Views: 2930
Absolutely. In fact, given the right approach, you could enter the workshop in the morning with your ‘old’ voice and have lunch with your ‘new’ one. It happens that quickly. Of course, it is not a habit at that point, but it is the beginning of an amazing change in your life, both ... Views: 2908
Do others ask you to repeat yourself a lot? If so, do you realize how much time and energy you waste saying your message a 2nd or 3rd time? In today’s fast-paced world, being heard the 1st time you say it is vital to your success. If others continually ask you to repeat yourself, eventually ... Views: 2908
Do you find that others have difficulty taking you seriously because you sound like a 12 year-old or worse still, an 8-year-old? Yes, ladies, I am talking about answering the phone and the caller asks to speak to your mother!
Some years ago, I worked with Janice who not only sounded like an ... Views: 2901
In this clip from Facing the Giants Coach Taylor challenges Brock to do his very best in a super challenging ‘death crawl’ exercise. He winds up realizing that he can do more than he thought he could and inspires the rest of the team with his perseverance.
Blindfolded and pressing on with ... Views: 2901
Imagine the CEO of a company sounding like Fran Drescher in her role as “The Nanny” or the bimbo voice Melanie Griffith. Hard to imagine, isn’t it? In fact, when Melanie Griffith played in the movie “Working Girl” in which she takes over for her boss, she enrolls in voice training in order to ... Views: 2894
If you are an A-type personality, public speaking can be most frustrating for you because of your need to make your delivery perfect. One of the definitions of perfection is to be entirely without fault.
Have you ever seen a theater performance or listened to a concert that was entirely ... Views: 2893
Why does everyone else seem to get the promotion and not you? Is it possible that your diction is getting in the way? Speaking clearly today is now more important than ever because business has become global – from the largest corporations to those who run their own business out of their ... Views: 2891
In my last article, I discussed what you should be seeking if you are interested in improving your presentation skills. In this article, I have added 5 more tips if you are planning to attend a workshop that covers both voice improvement and public speaking skills.
1. Make sure the company ... Views: 2890
As a long-time owner of several marketing and communication businesses I’ve been around long enough to see major changes in the way women (and men) view work. My formative years were influenced by Helen Reddy lyrics “I am woman, hear me roar… In numbers too big to ignore…” and television jingles ... Views: 2880
“Innovation,” “Collaborative Leadership,” and “Trust” are three terms I’m seeing tossed around quite a bit in the articles and books I’m coming across. I agree that we are in need of change—in fact, transformation—but what I’m not seeing much of is how to confront reality. What does it take to ... Views: 2878
Do you believe that the image you project has an impact on your professional or business life? I would imagine that your answer is yes. I would also imagine that you have heard yourself on some type of recording equipment - your voicemail, an answering machine, a camcorder, or maybe even an old ... Views: 2874
“Enthusiasm is the yeast that makes your hopes shine to the stars. Enthusiasm is the sparkle in your eyes, the swing in your gait: The grip of your hand, the irresistible surge of will and energy to execute your ideas. : Henry Ford. Last week, I visited my mom in a rehab nursing facility. ... Views: 2870
Yes, we are a sex very concerned with the image we project. We exercise on a regular basis; we are more aware of the foods we are eating; we try to get a good night’s sleep. As women, we want to look good; and, as we age, we know it takes more work. Our clothing is of the latest fashion; we ... Views: 2870
While we tend to equate nasality with New Yorkers, this issue is not just their problem. It is found in many parts of the United States and Canada as well. In the English language, there are 3 sounds known as nasals which should vibrate in your nose. They are the n, the m, and the ng sounds. ... Views: 2829
Have you ever stood at the lectern or were sitting for an interview and when you opened your mouth to speak, the sound emanating from your lips was much higher in pitch than you expected, wanted, or appreciated? While the raising of the pitch of the voice is common when nervous, it is also ... Views: 2802
You may not realize it, but all of us allow metaphors to powerfully affect our thoughts and feelings. If we aren't careful, a negative metaphor will get a stronghold and really take us down. A positive one can catapult us forward.
Negative metaphors lead to negative thoughts that lead to ... Views: 2793
I recently read an article by a man who teaches presentation skills. He was discussing the fact that most people hate their voice on recording equipment because it is unfamiliar to their ear. What 'floored me' about his message was that he was suggesting you accept it and live with it. ... Views: 2792
When I teach my clients or my students how to speak with emotion, I emphasize that there is no right or wrong answer with color. Color is the life, the emotion, the animation you express in speaking. Color is determined by your topic as well as your mood or attitude. The only thing that would ... Views: 2789
Most coaches are torn in two. Here’s their dilemma, it maybe also be yours: You have a passion to transform people’s lives and your experience says that 1:1 coaching gets the best results. However, you know that you can’t scale and grow your business when you are trading time for money. The ... Views: 2778
Have you ever considered what your lack of volume is saying about you? Possibly in days of old, a soft-spoken voice was considered feminine and endearing. Today, however, with the number of women in business, a voice lacking in ‘normal’ volume is not an endearing quality. Unfortunately, it ... Views: 2776
I just received an email from a nurse telling me that she has been suffering from hoarseness for a long time, unable to sing high notes any more, shouting at her deaf patients to be heard and always clearing her dry throat. Do any of these symptoms sound familiar? Possibly not the shouting ... Views: 2767
Do you want to build a bigger business? This is actually a profound question. I meet a lot of people who repeatedly say they want a different business (or boyfriend, or body shape) but they never take any action toward that new thing.
Remember the Rubik's cube from the 80s? You've probably ... Views: 2766
Ah, the handshake. The handshake that is the 2nd or 3rd thing in which others will judge you. First in line is your visual image. What follows is often a handshake, your name, or both, as you introduce yourself.
Have you ever considered the importance of your handshake and the image it ... Views: 2760
Putting yourself first without feeling guilty is one of the most challenging for many busy entrepreneurs.
We women are notorious for putting other’s needs continuously before our own. You have responsibilities to your business, to your customers, to your family, and on and on.
Having the ... Views: 2758
A few nights ago, we watched “Mr. Magorium’s Magical Emporium” with Dustin Hoffman and Natalie Portman. It’s a fun and light family movie with a wonderful message. I won’t give away the plot or ending, however at one point in the movie, Dustin Hoffman (Mr. Magorium) smiled and said to Natalie ... Views: 2753
Are you concerned with the image you project? If you are like most people, your answer is probably ‘Yes.’ When you hear yourself on your voicemail, answering machine, or some other type of recording equipment, can you appreciate that that sound is part of the image you are projecting? ... Views: 2745
Team dysfunction is at the heart of much organizational dysfunction. After all, people comprise teams and teams create organizations. Or, let’s work backwards: if we want to improve organizations, we need to develop individual people. Notice I said, “develop,” not “fix” or “improve.” Our view of ... Views: 2744
For many people, just the thought of public speaking is enough to cause extreme panic. When you consider that it is man’s greatest fear, this is not surprising. While you may regard the act of standing in front of an audience and delivering a speech or presentation as a war that you will lose, ... Views: 2743
When I heard Dr. John Gray, author of the best-selling Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus, talking about his book, Why Mars & Venus Collide, I found it interesting when he described the differences in how men and women handle stress as well as why the sexes treat stress differently.
If I ... Views: 2735
In an article some months ago, I talked about the value of storytelling in public speaking and why a descriptive retelling of a story is much more interesting than a brief quip. Audiences love true stories especially if they involve you and have a good ending. They must be pertinent to your ... Views: 2731