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If you enjoy reading this week's Personal Growth Gab, please be sure to share it with your friends and followers using the social media icons at the top of this email or via Facebook! And as always, feel free to contact me with any questions or comments, and scroll down for info about my coaching services and featured appearances and articles.
NEXT OPPORTUNITY FOR GROUP COACHING: Tuesday Talk January 13th, 6:30pm-8:30pm Click here for more info and RSVP here. *Please note if you would like to receive separate reminder emails(click here for weekly update) about this meeting and other special events, scroll to the bottom of this email, click on the Update Profile/Email Address link and be sure the "Thursdays at Three/Tuesday Talk" list is checked off.
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Scroll down for more Articles, links to Upcoming Events and info about my Coaching and Speaking Services
"...the guidance Kristina provided has been worth over a 1000 books! I am extremely grateful for her help." Andrew L.
"I can honestly say that speaking to you was one of the most important events in my life. It is almost unbelievable how a 2-hour conversation can have that effect." Bozhanka V.
"Listening to you once helped empower me to completely change my life for the better!"
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Lighten Up
by Kristina Leonardi
Last night* we experienced a rare occurrence of the Winter Solstice and a total lunar eclipse overlapping; this means the shortest day of the year combined with the cover-up of a full moon gave us a double dose of darkness. Although there is some debate and lots of myths about what effects these sorts of things have on people, after the year - and especially past couple of months- we've had, my interpretation is that "it's always darkest before dawn."
The good news is from now on the days will be getting progressively longer and bright. It's important at this time of year to get all the literal sunlight in you can - think of the rays as vitamins for your mind, body, spirit and soul, a lack of which can alter our moods as anyone with SAD will attest. In addition to the actual light, it's also a good idea to keep things as 'light' as possible - do a little dancing (even if just around the house) or Zumba and be sure to laugh a lot. At the very least you will make others smile when they see you sunbathing in 29 degree weather!
As we approach the end of the year, it's also a good time to shed some light on what you've accomplished this past year. Many of my clients are in career transition, so it's easy for them to feel as if nothing has happened; or if you are just going about your business from day to day, it's easy to lose track of what has actually transpired over the past 12 months.
So make sure you spend at least a couple of hours over the next week or two with your journal and calendar to jog your memory to see what external things you experienced and accomplished this year, big or small. Then let them help you recall how you have grown and what has changed for you internally for you as well. What mental and/or emotional shifts have occurred, in terms of your perceptions of yourself, your life, your work, and your relationships? How have they affected some of the external actions you took or that happened to you? How can you bring more light to your world and the world around you?
Having a little trouble seeing the proof in the pudding of how far you've come along? I can be a flood light, offer an objective point of view and a little push for you to see where you've been and where you want to go in 2015 and beyond. Just give me a buzz and I'll light the way to a more peaceful and prosperous new you!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! SCROLL DOWN FOR SPECIAL YEAR-END OFFER
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If you like what I write, you'll love what I have to say in person! Scroll down for info about my coaching and speaking services and contact me today.
 
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
MY GIFT TO YOU: A SPECIAL YEAR-END OFFER
As you know, I send out my PGG enewsletter every week and its purpose is twofold.
The first is to provide a vehicle for me to express my thoughts and observations about what it means to be human in the modern world - my wish is that it gives you new insights about yourself, provides a different perspective on current events and/or simply lets you know you are not alone as you experience this journey called Life.
I hope you value the spirit in which they are written and enjoy reading them when you can; if so, please consider scrolling down to subscribe to PGG as a way of showing your appreciation and support for my efforts! :) (And at the very least be sure you like "Personal Growth Gab" on Facebook!)
Secondly, these emails keep you in the loop with the coaching and speaking services I offer, as well as inform you about upcoming appearances, articles and other tidbits that might be happening in my world of work. I don't do a heavy sales pitch - I simply want to be on your radar when you are ready to start working with a career/life/executive coach; but occasionally I have to do a bigger plug for my passion!
You can check out a bunch of testimonials from over seven years of coaching here and here as well as on my LinkedIn page, but today I wanted to take a moment to share a more recent email that I received after this past Thanksgiving:
I was fortunate enough to have worked with you as a career coaching client earlier this year. Since our time together, and our talks, I have landed a job as general counsel for a not for profit organization here in New York City. When we worked together you mentioned that you had a feeling I was meant for a larger destiny -- that I was meant to be doing work for the betterment of others, and that I was meant to lead large groups of people. My work in the not for profit realm will combine those two things, and I feel in my gut that amazing experiences lie ahead. Now, the world is my oyster. Your coaching and influence had a profound impact on me, and I wanted to take a moment to express my deep gratitude to you for being a guiding light.
~ Vanessa M.
And another from a client who just took a big step in her personal growth last week:
I did it!! I followed your advice and recommendations on ways to get in touch with my true self. My heart is alive and racing....my ego almost talked me out of it but I'm in. I signed up for the volunteer project and registered for the class we talked about. Thank you Kristina for believing in me and inspiring me to take action! You're wonderful and so good at what you do. ~Joann S.
And in case you don't read this one at the top of PGG every week:
I can honestly say that speaking to you was one of the most important events in my life. It is almost unbelievable how a 2-hour conversation can have that effect. ~ Bozhanka V.
So as you think about turning to a brand new chapter of your life in the New Year or just want to move forward in your career, I'm here to help with a $50 discount to use on any of my services between 1/1/15 and 3/15/15 when purchased in full by 12/31/14. Use it for yourself or perhaps offer a session(s) as a gift to someone you know might benefit.
Whether coaching, speaking or writing, it is always my intention to provide the clarity, balance and direction you need in order to make your life the most prosperous and fulfilling it can be so that you can create peace in your piece of the pie. I look forward to working with many of you in 2015 and beyond to make that goal a reality!
Wishing you Peace, Prosperity, Patience and Love
P.S. If you need a PGG fix today or any day, all past posts can be found on my website at www.kristinaleonardi.com
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PGG YEAR-END HOLIDAY COUPON
Use this special offer to take advantage of Kristina's coaching services and jump start your New Year!
You can apply it towards a:
- Complimentary Group Coaching Session ($50 value)
- Essential Self Consultation (Regular price $495)
- One-hour Phone Session (Regular price $175)
- Multi-Session & Executive Coaching (Regular $350-$1485)Scroll down or click here to see how my coaching can help you. Click here to see what it's like working with me.*Full service must be purchased by 12/31/14 and used by 3/15/15 in order to take advantage of this discount*.
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Offer Expires 12/31/2014. Must be used by 3/15/15.
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Thinking about working with me one-on-one?
Here are a few ways my services can help you with your career and life, as most of you fall into one or a combination of the following categories:
Executive Coaching:
Who: Managers, Business Owners, Directors, C-Suite Executives
What: Authentic leadership, motivate staff, cultivate teamwork, facilitate communication, inspire vision and culture, increase employee engagement, manage stress, improve work/life wellness
ROI/Why: Productivity, People and Profit!
Career Coaching:
Who: Career Changers, Career Climbers, Job Searchers, Moms, Dads, Grads
What: Exploration, discovery and attainment of meaningful work and lifepath, improve job performance, professional development and advancement, enter or re-enter job force, time/stress management and work/life wellness
ROI/Why: Purpose, Peace and Promotion!
Life Coaching:
Who: Anyone feeling lost/at a crossroads, unsatisfied, stressed, blocked, confused, passionless
What: Life transitions, identity issues/crisis, body/mind/spirit wellness, authentic expression, improve relationships
ROI/Why: Balance, Bounty and Bliss!
Contact me by email or give me a buzz at 917-816-0834 for more information and to schedule your session today!
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Share the Love for PGG
 Do you look forward to getting PGG every week? Has a PGG inspired or motivated you to do something positive, gain a different perspective or improve your life in some way? Regardless of how many you've read, if you feel you have benefited from my writing at all would greatly appreciate your feedback and support, so here are 3 easy ways to show your appreciation and share the love for PGG: 1. Send a "PGG Present" in any amount via PayPal to kristina.leonardi@gmail.com Think of it as a monthly/annual subscription, tip in the tip jar, or simply a thank you gift - any amount is valuable :) OR You can use this button for a $26 annual weekly subscription*:
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2. Share PGG by LIKING PGG's Page on Facebook  AND then tell all of your friends to 'Like' it, too - maybe by sharing a favorite post or quote from one of them, AND/OR encourage them to sign-up to be on my mailing list by clicking here or going to the Contact Page of my website.
(Ditto for my TwitterPage! Please follow and Retweet often :) 3. Use or recommend my coaching and/or speaking services If you like what I write, you'll love what I have to say in person, either one on one or in front of your company, organization or group! Of course your comments and suggestions throughout the year are always welcome and mean the world to me, but any one of these actions would let me know that I should continue writing on a regular basis as we move into 2014; it would demonstrate how much of an impact I'm having, and allow me to receive your gratitude and enthusiasm for my work in a more tangible way. For more on how I write PGG's click here. THANK YOU for your support and feedback, however you choose to express it!
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 About Kristina's Coaching
Work with her one-on-one or as part of a group
Kristina Leonardi is a career/life coach who has a proven record of getting "stuck" clients empowered to make changes aligned with their true passions and talents in a short time. 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 and live a life with clarity, balance and direction. Kristina's 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. Click here to learn more * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 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. What's it like working with Kristina? Click here for more info |
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About Kristina's Speaking
Attend an event or hire her to speak at y0ur company or organization!
K nown as a dynamic, 'inspiring' and 'down-to-earth' speaker with unique yet practical perspectives on career development, work/life wellness, and employee engagement, Kristina has been a featured speaker for many corporate seminars, non-profit organizations and conferences, including: UBS, Saatchi & Saatchi, HR Association of NY, Ogilvy & Mather, American Business Women's Association, the Junior League, NYU and the New York's Science, Business & Industry Library. Click here for more infoContact Kristina for full bio and a list of topicsUPCOMING EVENTS:
Saturday, January 10th 10am-4pm at NYU
Finding a Career that Makes You Happier, Healthier and More Energized
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 About Personal Growth Gab
Kristina Leonardi's Weekly eNewsletter
Since launching Personal Growth Gab (PGG) in January 2010, Kristina has formed an avid and faithful following ("they're the only emails I read" "they really help me" "they help me start my week" "I save them until I get home and can read them with a cup of tea" "you're such a good writer!" ) of over 1500 who look forward to a 'weekly dose of thought-provoking, inspirational and entertaining helpful tidbits to keep you connected with yourself and make sense of this journey called life.
All past PGG posts can be found on the home page at www.kristinaleonardi.com
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 PGG is now on Facebook!
Easily access, like, comment on and share your weekly dose of motivational and thought-provoking posts along with additional inspirational and fun tidbits.
Please take a moment today to:
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Kristina's Media Mix
Articles and videos by, about or featuring Kristina Leonardi
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From Passion to Profit Career Transition Support Group
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6 Things You Can Get from a Not-Quite Dream Job (Besides the Paycheck)
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Pink Slips: How Losing Your Job is a Good Thing (Video)
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Check out three of my articles in the May/June 2013 Inspire Virtual Mag from South Africa. (Pages 24, 119 & 149 with contributor profile pg 16)
You can also check out these interviews with me:
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"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.." - Cherise R.
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" Kristina conveys really important practical ideas with such passion and in a really accessible way. Thank you! - Andrea K.
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