John S. Gordon - Business and Personal Coach
"You have the greatness and the power.  I just help you turn on the switch."
MARVELOUS MONDAYS

December 5, 2011 - Issue 150

Is Your Ship Resting In A Harbor? 
 Dear ,
Welcome to IssJohn Imageue 150. If you did not receive a previous issue, you may use the archive link below to view it now. The mission of "Marvelous Mondays" is to offer an inspirational thought, a practical exercise, some humor, or a simple tip to jump-start your week and to enhance your life, business, outlook or relationships. 

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COMFORT ZONE

Are you limiting yourself by staying in your comfort zone (your HARBOR)? Is your inner voice urging you to explore something? Is your inner voice crying out to achieve something and to take a risk?


EXERCISE

We are approaching a new year, so I invite you this week to do the following:

 

Name just one step this week that will move you out of your harbor. You should feel excited and nervous.  That's when you know you're stretching out of your comfort zone.  Here are a few possibilities:

  • Sign up for a class, such as: cooking, music, voice, painting, jewelry making, dance, public speaking, etc.
  • Start dating
  • Reconcile with someone; ask for forgiveness
  • Deepen a friendship or relationship
  • Enroll in a challenging class at a local college
  • Volunteer to take leadership in a not for profit organization
  • Volunteer to teach something
  • Explore the values of another religion; attend a different religious service
  • Call a friend and plan an exciting camping, floating, or mountain adventure
  • Write the title and the outline of the introduction of your first book
  • Join a gym
  • Hire a personal trainer
  • Challenge yourself in your career
  • Confront and be honest with your supervisor
  • Confront and be honest with your staff
  • Explore a new career
  • Explore starting your own business
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 Get in touch with your EXCITEMENT. Feel it. Let me know what you've selected because I really want to hear from you and be of assistance.



Sailing Ship Image

"A ship is safe in a harbor, but that's not what ships are for." 

William Shedd (1826-18594)-Scholar and Respected Theologian of American Presbyterian Church



REVISED:  JOHN'S BIO
John has owned several businesses, is an attorney, and has practiced in the estate and business areas.  In addition, he coaches businesses owners, executives, entrepreneurs, professionals, speech makers and presenters.  He also coaches persons wanting to accelerate their careers or who are considering a career move or retirement.  He is also a life coach.
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John S. Gordon
Business and Personal Coach

P.O. Box 22648
Kansas City, MO 64113

(816) 213-0125
john@gordonandgordonlaw.com