Michele Woodward Executive Life Coach
Powerful Coaching. Powerful Results.
March 16, 2009
Hey, Is That A Robin On That Tree? Edition
Michele Woodward
Greetings!

Thanks to everyone who responded to my survey in the last couple of weeks. If you haven't had the chance yet, and would like to give me your two cents -- Michele Woodward's Survey.

The results so far have been extremely helpful. I have a good sense of what you like, and what you'd like more of. And I'm going to give it to you.

First, you want more free stuff.

To that end, I'm going to start offering a free class every month via conference call. The first one will be on managing your anxiety around the economy, your job, and the future. I think I will call it "Yikes! What's Going On With the Economy!"(working title, natch) Scheduled for noon (eastern) Friday, March 27th, you can access the call by dialing 712/941-0216 and enter PIN 987411.

I'll explain some ideas, teach some practical coping tools, then we'll have time for you to ask me any question you've got on your mind.

Think it's going to be great.

Second, you want some lower cost stuff.

To that end, I'll throw this out there. I love doing small group coaching. Love, love, love it. So if you have a group of people who are all facing the same kinds of issues -- going back to work, starting a business, looking for a job, facing an empty nest, reinventing lives -- think about forming a coaching group. I will facilitate, teach, lead, design the program, and be the coach to everyone. It's a cost-effective way to get moving forward, with the added benefit of moving forward with supportive, like-minded people.

If you build it, I will come.

In the next six weeks, I'm going to a trade association, a law firm, a women's group, a mom's group at a church, and maybe to a hedge fund company, to give presentations and classes. Several survey respondents said they wished I had more in-person classes they could attend.

I'd love that, too.

Problem is -- space. So, if you have space and would like to host a series of classes, let me know. I'd love to offer this kind of service.

And, speaking of service, in response to several of you, I'm offering a special package to help you prepare for job interviews or performance reviews. Quick, focused, to-the-point coaching sessions and you'll walk into the meeting prepared for success. If you're at the place where you want to have an edge that puts you over the top, this package may just be the thing for you. Call me.

I'm going to continue to offer book recommendations, because everyone seems to enjoy those. Even me! And you gave me some great insight into other blog topics you want to see. Know what the most popular topic is? Getting clear on priorities. I promise we'll do work on that in the months to come.

One great suggestion that I'd also like to implement -- you know I love connecting people to other people, to things or to ideas that help them solve their problems. So how about this nifty idea? If you have a product or a service that might be useful or interesting to other readers, let me know. I'm going to make that a new feature in upcoming newsletters.

So, lots of great changes as a result of your thoughtful input. I really appreciate the time you took and the generosity of spirit you each showed. Thanks to you, I can do more of what I'm good at -- on terms that mean more to you.

Can't get much better than that.

Want to read something about getting clear on priorities right now? Check out this past post from my blog.

LOOKING FOR A JOB?
The Results Club: Powerful Coaching For What's Next
Results Club 400



We're wrapping up The Results Club with a terrific session featuring five career coaches who will give you tips and tactics to keep your job search going. There's still time to sign up -- email me today.

Soon, each of The Results Club classes will be available for download. You'll have cutting edge advice from leading experts on discovering your strengths, writing a resume, networking, interviewing, negotiating salaries and so much more! Watch this space for more information, coming soon!

Daffodils
by William Wordsworth
butterfly

I wandered lonely as a cloud
That floats on high o'er vales and hills,
When all at once I saw a crowd,
A host, of golden daffodils;
Beside the lake, beneath the trees,
Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.

Continuous as the stars that shine
And twinkle on the milky way,
They stretched in never-ending line
Along the margin of a bay:
Ten thousand saw I at a glance,
Tossing their heads in sprightly dance.

The waves beside them danced, but they
Out-did the sparkling leaves in glee;
A poet could not be but gay,
In such a jocund company!
I gazed-and gazed-but little thought
What wealth the show to me had brought:

For oft, when on my couch I lie
In vacant or in pensive mood,
They flash upon that inward eye
Which is the bliss of solitude;
And then my heart with pleasure fills,
And dances with the daffodils.

ATTENTION ALL COACHES!
Kick-Ass Mentoring Will Shift Your Practice Into Overthrive
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I am so happy and proud to announce a new program -- Kick-Ass Mentoring! If you're a coach who's feeling overwhelmed with marketing your practice, or can't figure out social media, or your niche -- this is the program for you.

My friend and fellow Master Coach Pam Slim and I designed Kick-Ass Mentoring for one purpose, and one purpose only: to help great coaches conquer their marketing fears and take smart steps to build thriving practices. We want you to learn what works -- based on how we've built our own practices, and what we've learned by coaching others to success.

So far, the available modules are:
- Marketing Vision - how to get your email to ding and your phone to ring
- Your Client Tribe - find "your people"
- Marketing Content - use your blog/writing/speaking as a marketing strategy
- Generating Leads - fill your "funnel" with great, qualified clients
- Leveraging PR for Visibility - how to work with reporters
- The Money Game - overcome those money fears and start making some!
- Ask For Help - the ins and outs of delegating
- Create A Sticky Brand - everything you want to know about making a brand that works

Soon, we'll be adding:
- Networking - maximize your time at networking events and online
- How To Reach Your Tribe - discover channels and avenues your tribe likes and uses
- Referrals, Affiliates and Joint Ventures - extend your reach by working effectively with other people
- Your Super-Charged Marketing Plan - put it all together, baby

You'll get practical tips, tools, tactics and insights that will save you time, and money. Our super-charged marketing program is designed to get you the kind of business that works for you. Hey, you can even choose the pieces you need to focus on most, and get the level of support that feels right! For more information, go to Kick-Ass Mentoring.

SOMETHING TO READ
Second Acts That Change Lives by Mary Beth Sammons
Second Acts That Change Lives

If you're at the point in your life where you think you might want to make a change but don't entirely know what that change needs to be -- get Second Acts That Change Lives: Making a Difference in the World by my friend Mary Beth Sammons.

When I read the inspiring stories of people who had utterly changed their lives -- and became happier -- and took note of Mary Beth's useful and practical tips, I do believe I said, "Anything's possible!" Which is exactly what you'll walk away from this book saying, too.

You can change your life. Start today with Second Acts That Change Lives: Making a Difference in the World.


Michele Woodward
Michele Woodward Consulting, Inc.
phone: 703/598-3100