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Weekly Empowerment from Source Point Training | July 22, 2010
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Greetings!
Are you a leader or a follower? Can we be both? Of course we can. And we would assert that to be a leader in the fullest sense is to know when to be in support of another leader. Similarly, are you a giver or a taker? We would further assert that in truly being a giver, there must be times when we receive, that others may give to us.
In this issue of Source Points, we will share wonderful lessons of leadership as we look at the lessons we can learn from communities of geese. Many have heard of the power of geese flying in a V formation; especially if you study nature or have ever watch "The Mighty Ducks" movie with your children. And they have so much more to teach us as we share below.
We are also excited to share two new partnership opportunities with you that were first announced in our Virtual Office Party on Tuesday evening. If you missed the party, we'll share with you how to download the recording! We had a blast!
And, thanks to the generosity of so many "givers," we are also sharing the details of our EBay Auction to benefit the R.E.D. Scholarship Fund. The auction is now open and we invite you to be in service to others by supporting the auction. R.E.D. is actively supporting the educational dreams for many people and they are looking towards collaborating with other non-profits with shared purpose to support those wishing to take on new skills for themselves and joining us in being the change in the world.
So, enjoy this issue of Source Points, and be in action today to lead, follow, give and receive. As we live life to the fullest, we are being the change the world is longing for. Respectfully, Barbara Fagan & Lou Dozier, Co-Founders Source Point Training |
| The Flying V Isn't Just for Geese or "The Mighty Ducks" | |
Kelly Mobeck, Leadership Source Director
We have completed one Leadership Source training in Sacramento, launched another in Atlanta this past weekend, and are now building the Seattle training in October. I am beginning to see a common theme: "soaring with leaders" at Source Point Training. That theme reminds me of one of my favorite leadership contributions that I'd like to share:
Leadership Lessons from Geese
By Robert McNeish, former Assoc. Superintendent of Baltimore Public Schools, 1972
Fact 1: As each goose flaps its wings, it creates"uplift" for the birds that follow. By flying in a "V" formation, the whole flock adds 71% greater flying range than if each bird flew alone. Lesson: People who share a common direction and sense of community can get where they are going quicker and easier because they are traveling on the thrust of one another.
Fact 2: When a goose falls out of formation, it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of flying alone. It quickly moves back into formation to take advantage of the lifting power of the bird immediately in front of it. Lesson: If we have as much sense as a goose, we stay in formation with those headed where we want to go. We are willing to accept their help and give our help to others.
Fact 3: When the lead goose tires, it rotates back into the formation and another goose flies to the point position. Lesson: It pays to take turns doing the hard tasks and sharing leadership. As with geese, people are interdependent on each other's skills, capabilities and unique arrangements of gifts, talents or resources.
Fact 4: The geese flying in formation honk to encourage those up front to keep up their speed. Lesson: We need to make sure honking is encouraging. In groups where there is encouragement, the production is much greater. The power of encouragement (to stand by one's heart or core values and encourage the heart and core of others) is the quality of honking we seek.
Fact 5: When a goose gets sick, wounded, or shot down, two geese drop out of formation and follow it down to help and protect it. They stay with it until it dies or is able to fly again. Then, they launch out with another formation or catch up with the flock. Lesson: If we have as much sense as geese, we will stand by each other in difficult times as well as when we are strong.
I love the community aspect of the geese, and at Source Point Training, we align with that philosophy. Take a leap today and join us at My Source Point Community, where leaders, coaches, and facilitators are definitely flying in "V" formation. We would love you to join the community and feel free to honk! Your contribution matters. Ready to take your life on in extraordinary ways? Join us in Seattle for Leadership Source, October 9-10, and December 11-12. Contact Kelly@SourcePointTraining.com for more information! | |
| Let the Bidding Begin! | |
THE AUCTION IS OPEN!
We have over 20 fabulous items ranging from custom jewelry, to hand-made crafts, a variety of signed books, to weekend and full week vacation accomodations, and so much more!
So, log onto EBay and follow these easy steps to find our list of items without having to search through all of EBay. - Select "Advanced Search" next to the green Search button
- Scroll down to the "Sellers" section
- Click on the box "Only Show Items From"
- Type in REDScholarships (it is NOT case sensative)
We have a few items that will be added to the list tomorrow - some really exciting vacation opportunities, gift cards and sports memorabilia.
The auction will only be open for ten days so don't delay! You'll want to keep an eye on your bids with this group. Anyone familiar with EBay knows the bidding frenzy that will occur during the last few hours!
 Thank you for supporting this worthy cause and being part of the ripple effect. "Give a man a fish, he eats for a day; teach a man to fish and he eats for a lifetime." Let's make sure that money is not an obstacle for those wishing to "eat for a lifetime" by investing in themselves and their future impact in their communities and our world.
Your Source Point Training team and Cami McLaren, in partnership with R.E.D. (Realizing Educational Dreams Corp. 501(c)(3))
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| Ways of Being in Partnership With Us | | Barbara Fagan, President & Co-Founder |
If you missed our Virtual Office Party, you missed a fun time! And you also missed two big announcements! You can listen to the recording of the party by visiting the videos section in My Source Point Community.
Have you been telling everyone about Source Point Training and even enrolled a few in a training? We've been hearing from fans who want to help promote Source Point Training and assist individuals to create great change in their lives. So we've developed two new offerings: the Official SPT Website Badge and the Affiliate Acknowledgement Program (AAP).
 If you want to promote Source Point Training through your website or other online marketing efforts, you can now download and post the Official SPT Website Badge. To learn more and to download this fun, classy and sassy badge, click here SPT Official Website Badge.
Our new AAP program will pay you 10% affiliate commission if you are directly responsible for someone registering and paying for a training. You will be paid on every verified enrollment that you bring to Source Point Training, but you must be registered with us as an Affilitate. To register, email Affiliate@SourcePointTraining.com and provide your name, email address, phone number and mailing address. We will contact you to confirm your affiliate registration and provide information regarding the process. Sign-up today to coincide with our fall registration marketing efforts, and earn money from Source Point Training. |
| Calendar | Live Events, Webinars and Trainings
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Live Events
Coaching Boot Camp, Seattle, WA
Dates and Locations in Process
Live Coaching Boot Camp
Bring a goal and get ready to take action! There is no cost to attend. Email Kelly@SourcePointTraining.com for more information.
Upcoming Webinars
Thursday, July 29, 6:00pm PST
Networking Secrets for On-Line and In Person
Trainings
Living Life as Source: Manifest Vision Living Abundantly, Orlando, FL Aug 14-15, 2010
Fundamentals of Performance Coaching, Tempe, AZ begins Sept 10-12, 2010
Certified Relationship Coach Training Tempe, AZ begins Sept. 30-Oct 3, 2010
Mastery of Performance Coaching, Tempe, AZ begins April 1, 2011
Visit our complete calendar at http://www.sourcepointtraining.com/events/calendar/
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