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July 2010 |
Greetings!
Every year, the 4th of July, the United States of America's Independence Day, means more and more to me. I am so thankful to celebrate not only the founding of my country more than 200 years ago, but also the lives of those brave men and women who protect our liberties today domestically and abroad.
July reminds me of the courageous.
Courageous people are everywhere and they change the world around them. Join me this month in saluting the courageous individuals in our lives. Who will you salute? Will someone salute you?
To your bravery,
Janna
Janna Rust
Coach & Founder
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The Power of One
Do you realize how powerful you are? No matter who you are, you have the ability to make a profound impact on the world around you by being purposeful about your words and actions.
Take the power of words, for instance. Think about the last time you received an encouraging word or vote of confidence in your abilities or character from someone you respect. How did those words impact you?
If you can't remember such a time, think about a time when you needed an encouraging word and didn't get one. How might things have turned out differently for you knowing someone believed in you?
Simple kind gestures can have lasting and powerful impact. Consider the following poem:
One song can spark a moment
One flower can wake the dream
One tree can start a forest
One bird can herald spring
One smile begins a friendship
One handclasp lifts a soul
One star can guide a ship at sea
One word can frame the goal
One vote can change a nation
One sunbeam lights a room
One candle wipes out darkness
One laugh will conquer doom
One step must start each journey
One word must start each prayer
One hope will raise our spirits
One touch can show you care
One voice can speak with wisdom
One heart can know what's true
One life can make the difference
You see, it's up to you!
Just one thing you do today can be a catalyst for many opportunities to come in either your life or someone else's. Leaders know the power of one. What ONE thing can you do TODAY to make a difference?
Do you need help building momentum on one thought or one goal? Coaching produces momentum through its process of accountability...one action at a time. Call me for a complimentary consultation today!
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A Salute to Everyday Courage
My coaching clients are some of the most courageous people I know. While they don't typically put themselves in physical danger like police officers, firefighters or military personnel, they put themselves at risk every day by taking on new challenges and stepping out of their comfort zones.
I admire them. Every day.
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realizing that the truth they thought they knew really wasn't true.
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facing surprised reactions from others to behavior changes they've made.
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learning that they may really be the cause of their own issues.
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losing sleep because of excitement over new possibilities.
Every day I encourage someone to do things differently than they've ever done before. All of my clients rise to the occasion, and for that I salute them. Additionally, I'm consistently challenged to improve and reflect because of them.
My clients' courage to go for their goals at all costs inspires me. When I hear of their successes, I smile from ear to ear...and then ask myself "What will YOU challenge yourself with this week?".
People who hire coaches are willing to risk the comfort of the status quo for the hope of a better tomorrow. They are courageous. How courageous are you? |
