Personal Growth Gab
with Kristina Leonardi

November 2012

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 NEXT WEEK: GROUP COACHING     

Tuesday, November 13th 6:30pm-8:30pm  
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The Saturday before Sandy, I was at a Halloween party. The host went to town with decorations, and in several corners had massive floor to ceiling spider webs. Little did I know what foreshadowing that would be for the week ahead!

 

Four years ago this week we were on the eve of a historic presidential election, after a historic financial disaster. That Fall the unimaginable became imaginable on both fronts when we chose our first Black president and watched the implosion of the stock market and our banking system. This woke us up in more ways than one, and both divided and connected us.

 

Fast forward to today, and we are on the eve of yet another historic election, the outcome yet to be determined, and post another disaster, this time a natural one which at the end of the day is hitting us materially as much as anything else. And we are even more divided, yet more connected than ever.

 

After the financial crisis of 2008, because of the actions of a relative few that then rippled throughout the world, at the very least we were forced to deal with our addiction to credit and consumerism, and at the worst lost our homes and jobs because of it. Now it's Mother Nature aided by the man-made contribution to/ignorance of climate change who is now teaching us that lesson with a more visceral punch as we recover from power outages and gas shortages at the least, and physical destruction of our property and loss of life at the worst.

 

Since this hit the tri-state area, because of its special density of population and unique connection to the global as well as local economy, no one is exempt from this lesson, as everyone has been affected in one way or another - it's just who, what, when, where, how and level of gravity that varies. 

 

In the middle of the storm, the façade of an apartment building in Chelsea was ripped off, showing a dollhouse-like view of the inside, a symbolic representation of what is happening to us physically and emotionally as the walls and structures between and around us are being torn down in order to reveal the truth of our lives.

 

Our interconnectedness and vulnerability have been thrown in our face - not only through weather, power, gas, goods and services, transportation, and social media, but relationally too. How long can you co-exist in the disconnected dark, live back at mom's, stay at your friend's or sleep with strangers at a shelter 24/7? How many days can you work from home or miss it, or have three hour commutes or wait hours in line for gas without losing it ? Community is a funny thing in New York - we like the anonymity and self-sufficiency of living on top of each other and the illusion of togetherness that brings, but having to actually interact and be with each other and ask for or receive help, is another story.

 

People have mentioned how Sandy is too 'nice' a moniker for what she did, but just like the gentle soul of Frankenstein for which she was also named, there is goodness to be found underneath the external horror of her monsterous appearance. She is asking us to come together like never before and question the deepest meaning of our lives; she is forcing us not only to realize but to actually experience the ways in which we are now more connected, more interdependent than at any other time in history. And it is a gift because experience is usually the only way we humans learn, and that, as painful as it may be, is something to be grateful for if we choose to accept it as such.

 

Like big elections, these are the occasions when we focus passionately around something that impacts us all; they bring out the best and worst in us; we get to see people's true colors good, bad or indifferent; how flexible we can be; how generous and open-hearted we are, how we distill down what is vitally important; what is a necessity, and what is merely a luxury - or when suddenly those necessities become luxuries after not having them for a few days. It tests our patience, politeness, perseverance and willingness to exist in the present. It also shows us the incredible strength and spirit of humanity, our willingness to help one another, our capacity for leadership and organization, and our ability to rise to the occasion in times of crisis.

 

So remember, when we wake up tomorrow morning, no matter what the result of this election is, and no matter where you live in this country or on this planet, what we do know for sure, now more than ever, is that we are all in this together.

 

Kristina 

 

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About Kristina's Coaching:

 

Kristina is a NY-based career and life coach who has a proven record of getting "stuck" clients empowered to make lasting professional and personal changes aligned with their true passions and talents in a short time. Her holistic, gimmick-free, and minimalist approach has earned her widely diverse and fiercely loyal following from all walks and stations of life, including savvy New Yorkers who have tried other coaches, approaches, and therapy with little or limited results.  

 

Kristina gets clients to achieve long-term, break-through success by actively listening to their situation with understanding, and without judgment. She encourages her clients to creatively and independently problem-solve by asking them to make conscious, small choices to start. As a result of this, clients learn to stand on their own, think for themselves, and believe in their own abilities to effect change in larger life decisions.

 

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She has a laid-back approach, but don't let that fool anyone. Her ability to read people is amazing and her assessments of how a person can enrich their lives/careers are spot-on. After she asked me lots of questions, she was somehow able to give me an assessment that was frighteningly accurate and illuminating.   

 

I like everything about how Kristina works because it almost seems custom made for the individual she is working with. 

 

Kristina gave me permission to be myself!  I can say no other person has empowered me in that way as much as she has - and I am TRULY forever grateful for that.   

 

A session with Kristina is always an investment in myself. I never feel like any time was wasted and I always leaving feeling better and more inspired than I did when I got there

 

For more information visit www.kristinaleonardi.com or contact her to schedule a session today.  

UPCOMING SEMINARS with KRISTINA

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"Listening to you once helped empower me to completely change my life for the better!" ~ Survey comment 

 

POSTPONED: Thursday, November 1st 6:30pm-8pm

 Authentic Branding: Letting the Real You Shine in Any Situation for PWICA/NAFE

Getting to know and accept who you are, what you have to offer and how you fit into any situation is your key to success - whether you're interviewing for a job, working towards a promotion, starting a new business or looking to meet new people.
Location:
Pace University - 1 Pace Plaza

RSVP to bmiller@pace.edu  Free and open to the public 

 Stay tuned for new date 

 

Wednesday, December 5th  6pm-7:30pm 

Staying Motivated Throughout the Job Search Process

at SIBL

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 Stay tuned for more upcoming events!   

In the meantime, book Kristina now for your company, organization, or ERG!   

 

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Pink Slips: How Losing Your Job Can Be a Good Thing  

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Thursdays at Three Group 

 

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ESSENTIAL SELF CONSULTATIONS

 

Need to make sense of your life and your experiences up until now?

Not sure what your next move should be?

Wondering what your ideal career would look like? 

 

Aligning your work with your Essential Self and unique talents and abilities creates a sense of peace and calm that allows for internal healing to permeate every aspect of your life.  Spend some quality one-on-one time with Kristina as she helps you discover your unique gifts and talents, and offers practical solutions as to how best you can use them in your personal or professional life!  

 

$325 for a two hour in-person session and 45 minute follow-up phone session   

($295 for TWM Members)  

 

Contact Kristina at kleonardi@mindspring.com or 917-816-0834 to schedule your appointment.

 

Receive clarity, balance and direction for wherever you are in your life at this moment in order to make 2012 the best year yet!

 

Kristina has worked with more than 200 men and women over the past five years to help them gain clarity, balance and direction in every area of their lives.

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GROUP COACHING with KRISTINA LEONARDI

"I was part of her transitional group for a while and, although I didn't expect it, my perspective was changed and ultimately my life." .


 "For one thing the "homework" given in the group coaching meetings is unique!" 

 

Feel like you are on your own as you make your next career move?
Do you need help with work/life balance? 

Are you looking for structure and support as you go through your job search? 

 

Come to these small gatherings of like-minded people in career transition to share your experiences and information for brainstorming, encouragement and inspiration. Facilitated by Kristina Leonardi, the purpose of these meetings is to provide mutual support and resources as well as an understanding of and appreciation for personal growth throughout the job search process and create optimal work/life balance. Each attendee receives a minimum 15 minutes of individual coaching attention within the group context.

  

Now offering two opportunities each month to connect!
Tuesday Talk

*Every first Tuesday of the month from 6:30-8:30pm*
Next meeting: November 13th
AND
Thursdays at Three 
*Every third Thursday of the month from 3-5pm*  
 
   Next meeting: Stay tuned for updates 

  

 COST: $40 per session

Open to men and women.
LOCATION: NYC Midtown East*

 
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From Passion to Profit Career Transition Support Group - Episode 1
"Kristina is an impressive and talented career coach. She is incredibly insightful, encouraging and exudes a positive energy that really helps get results in stressful times. I can highly recommend her to anyone looking for career guidance of any level."
- Sascha Y.

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"I had just lost my job a few weeks earlier and I was a little out of sorts. I attended Kristina's breakout session entitled "How Losing Your Job Can Be a Good Thing". After listening and actively participating in the session, I was really able to put things in perspective. It allowed me to dig deep within myself and really determine what I wanted to do with my life. After the conference, I decided to have a one on one coaching session, which helped validate my career goals, and have also attended her Thursday at Three Transition Group meetings. Kristina is truly an inspiration and I recommend her to anyone who is feeling a bit lost and needs some career and life counseling."

- Justin S.

 

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Kristina Leonardi is the Founder of The Women's Mosaic®, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing education, inspiration and motivation for women to express their full power and potential in all areas of life. As a speaker and career/life coach, she provides a practical framework for each individual to make the most of their personal and professional lives, allowing them to recognize, connect to, and fulfill their role in the world at large.

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Kristina inspired and motivated our team of financial planners with unique perspectives and tips on how to better manage their time and energy.  Her dynamic presentation and suggestions to create an improved work/life paradigm and more productive approach to sales have helped to enable and facilitate the best possible experience for both our employees and their clients. In addition to the value Kristina brings as a speaker, I have also observed and appreciate the benefits of her coaching with one of our top planners and would heartily recommend her in either capacity.  - Greg Blum, Managing Partner, Center for Wealth Preservation

 

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You Can Benefit from Kristina's Services If:

* you are in career transition or unhappy in your current job

* you are at a crossroads

* you are not sure what you want to do with your life

* you do not know who you are or what you love

* you are looking for more purpose & meaning in life

* you are looking for a more balanced & healthy life

*you want to improve your relationships

* you are looking to express your full power & potential in the world

 

What are you waiting for?

 

CONTACT KRISTINA TODAY at 917-816-0834 or email kleonardi@mindspring.com
"Kristina is an amazing coach... I'm always impressed by her intuitive nature, creative ideas, and insight to tap into the core. She is tremendously gifted and has the ability to unblock obstacles that perhaps we didn't even know existed as it's sometimes most challenging to see situations clearly when you're immersed in them."  -Vicki S.
Coaching available in one session, 3 or 6 month packages! 


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About Kristina
Kristina Leonardi is the Founder and Executive Director of The Women's Mosaic®, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing education, inspiration and motivation for women to express their full power and potential in all areas of life. As a speaker, seminar leader and career/life coach she encourages each individual to make the most of their personal and professional lives, allowing them to recognize, embrace and  fulfill their role in the world at large. Kristina believes that personal transformation is the key to social transformation and has dedicated her life to helping people connect more fully to themselves, each other and the world around them. She has a B.A. in International Relations from Boston University, and has taught extensively for New York University's Center for Hospitality, Travel and Tourism and the Center for Career, Education and Life Planning. A featured guest on the all-women owned radio network, Greenstone Media, Kristina was also listed as one of Hispanic Magazine's Top Latinas of 2004, received the Tango Diva 2007 Diva Visionary Award  and was recently honored by the WNBA's NY Liberty as part of their 2009 Inspiring Women Night.  Click here for a full interview on TangoDiva, and here for her featured profile on Peace x Peace, where she was interviewed as one of the 'inspiring women and peacebuilders around the world'.  For more information please visit www.kristinaleonardi.com