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The Decisions You Never Had to Make
Core Article: The Decisions You Never Had to Make Paragraph I’m Pondering: “We have the opportunity to choose whether…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “Every action I take aligns…” Book Review: Letting Go: The Path of Surrender by David Hawkins Cool Stuff: DoorDash Team Rescues 250m Pounds of Food AI Info & Resources: AI can free you from a mental workout, yet… The Decisions You Never Had to Make Have you ever thought about the big life decisions you never had to make—because life made them for you? Like where to live. What career or work will you do? Who will you love? When to stay or end a relationship? Caring…
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A Branding Call, A Cup Of Tea, And Four Truths
Core Article: A Branding Call, A Cup Of Tea, And Four Truths Paragraph I’m Pondering: “Live your truth…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “With gratitude, I acknowledge…” Cool Stuff: Neuromarketing is unlocking subconscious decision making…. AI Info & Resources: Vogue magazine’s generated AI Ads are causing a stir… A Branding Call, A Cup Of Tea, And Four Truths Have you ever connected with someone, a friend, a client, or a stranger, and found yourself involved in a deep conversation? I LOVE when that happens. You ask a question, you both lean in over your cups of tea (or coffee), and for a moment, it feels like you’re borrowing their eyes. (Or…
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Is Your Mind Limiting Your Potential?
Core Article: Is Your Mind Limiting Your Potential? Paragraph I’m Pondering: “Each of us is where we are by the law of our…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “The universe supports me…” Book Review: Man’s Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl Cool Stuff: Proof that fake news was around BEFORE the internet… AI Info & Resources: Companies are paying big bucks for AI experts, hmm… Is Your Mind Limiting Your Potential? Ever catch yourself trapped in a loop of thoughts about who you are—or who you should be? Maybe it happens right before launching a new offer, hopping onto a big client call, or staring at a blinking cursor, thinking, “Does…
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Attitude, Challenges, Coaching, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Mindset, Motivation, Overcoming Obstacles, Procrastination, Productivity
How A Weekend Project Turned Into A Mindset Shift
Core Article: How A Weekend Project Turned Into A Mindset Shift Paragraph I’m Pondering: “When we convene day upon day in the same space…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “My mind is clear…” Book Review: Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield Cool Stuff: Finally, an answer to my shower thoughts… AI Info & Resources: Robots powered by insect brains… huh??? How A Weekend Project Turned Into A Mindset Shift This past weekend we had some really nice cool weather, which was very uncustomary for 3-digit summers in Redding… So my spouse and I decided to finally tackle something that has been on our home to-do list for what feels like forever—build the…
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There’s got to be a better way.
Core Article: There’s got to be a better way. Paragraph I’m Pondering: “Staying in this magic flow…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “I lead with vision, I execute with purpose…” Book Review: Keep Going: 10 Ways to Stay Creative In Good Times And Bad by Austin Kleon Cool Stuff: Where did this multi-gadget tool get its name? AI Info & Resources: “Inside the AI content boom.” Hmmmm There’s got to be a better way. Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right… But still hiding? Maybe you’re showing up for clients, delivering results, and staying busy. Yet, somewhere deep inside, there may be some quiet whispers: “What if I finally…
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What if clarity comes after you let the plan go…
Core Article: What if clarity comes after you let the plan go… Paragraph I’m Pondering: “When you innovate and build your business from a…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: ““Money flows to me in ever-increasing amounts…” Book Review: Marketing a Love Story by Bernadette Jiwa Cool Stuff: Did you know that Snowy Owls live at Logan Airport in Boston? AI Info & Resources: How to spot if an AI wrote it… What if clarity comes after you let the plan go… When it comes down to planning, in the end—it’s really just a plan, right? You never truly know if it’ll come to fruition. Because a plan isn’t a guarantee, it’s…
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The Unexpected Lesson from a Lens That Transformed My Marketing
Before jumping into this week’s email, I wholeheartedly apologize for ghosting your mailbox last week. Yep, that’s right, in the many years I’ve been connecting with you, I haven’t missed a week, until now… It’s interesting how conflicted I was about it. My spouse was insistent to let it go and that you’d understand… It was a weird feeling for me. We had just gotten back from an East Coast family wedding, and that event was a super spreader for the flu, and it hit me hard. 10 days later, and I’m still recovering. The flu and the flu shot are no joke. If I hadn’t gotten the flu vaccine…
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Attitude, Balance, Challenges, Coaching, Entrepreneurs, Marketing, Mindset, Motivation, Procrastination
These 7 Questions Changed My Life And My Business
Core Article: These 7 questions changed my life and my business Paragraph I’m Pondering: Be careful of your thoughts because… Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “I celebrate my progress and…” Book to Check Out: The Five Secrets You Must Discover Before You Die by John Izzo Cool Stuff: Yep, in the Netherlands, fish can ring doorbells, really! AI Info & Resources: How AI is helping a paralyzed man move a robotic arm… These 7 Questions Changed My Life And My BusinessInspired by John Izzo Imagine sitting across the table from the older, wiser version of yourself. Sure, your older, wiser self has weathered many storms. Built and created things. Taken massive leaps…
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Are You Waiting For a Sign—Maybe This It…
Core Article: Are You Waiting For a Sign—Maybe This Is It…Paragraph I’m Pondering: “If you knew you could handle anything that came your way…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “I attract clients, opportunities, and resources that support… Book Review: Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers Cool Stuff: Is Domino’s really inflation-proof? Wow… AI Info & Resources: AI may never reach human-level capabilities… hmmm Are You Waiting For a Sign—Maybe This Is It… There’s a moment I’ll never forget. It was late at night, and I was sitting with my legs crossed at the top of Machu Picchu, listening to a Shaman’s voice guiding us through a meditation. I…
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Are You Living Your Life Backwards?
Core Article: Are You Living Your Life Backwards? Paragraph I’m Pondering: “…they feel basically powerless to make real change…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “I am surrounded by a team of brilliant, supportive,” Book Review: The Magic of Thinking Big, by David J. Schwartz Cool Stuff: If you’re curious what swear words were used in 1909… 🙂 AI Info & Resources: Do You Watch What Netflix Recommends? Yeah, read this… Celebrate My Birthday Today With Me—A Gift For You! Quick Personal Note & a Gift: It’s been a while since my eNewsletter fell on my actual birthday. So, I wanted you to celebrate with me. And one of the best ways…
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Patterns—The Stories We Keep Repeating (And How to Change Them)
Core Article: Patterns—The Stories We Keep Repeating (And How to Change Them) Paragraph I’m Pondering: “In the end, there is no one ideal condition for creativity…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “Every dollar I earn and spend brings me…” Book Review: Steal Like An Artist by Austin Kleon Cool Stuff: Some insights into living longer and if you can believe… AI Info & Resources: AI is now trying to define death and your digital afterlife Patterns—The Stories We Keep Repeating (And How to Change Them) Do you ever feel like you’re stuck on repeat? Like you keep having the same thoughts, taking the same actions, and getting the same frustrating results?…
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9 Years Ago, I Made a Choice… and Here’s What I Discovered
Core Article: 9 Years Ago, I Made a Choice… and Here’s What I Discovered Paragraph I’m Pondering: “Go into yourself. Find out the reason that…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “My vision grows clearer every day…” Book Review: Tribes: We need you to lead us by Seth Godin Cool Stuff: The fascinating fix they’re researching to slow down aging – hmmm AI Info & Resources: OpenAI just unveiled its new “Operator” tool – huh? 9 Years Ago, I Made a Choice… and Here’s What I Discovered I have a truth I want to share with you… Today marks 9 years since I had my last alcoholic drink. Nine. Whole. Years. And…
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The Soul’s Compass: Follow It to Where You Belong
Core Article: The Soul’s Compass: Follow It to Where You Belong Paragraph I’m Pondering: It’s time to stop being manipulated by someone else’s guilt… Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “My financial freedom inspires others…” Book Review: Daring Greatly by Brené Brown Cool Stuff: Check out what authors’ work is now in the public domain this year… AI Info & Resources: Where is AI in business headed in 2025? The Soul’s Compass: Follow It to Where You Belong This is the first full week of January 2025, how are you feeling? I’m still a bit dazed from the holidays, and getting back to work has not been quick or easy. Especially after…
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This Simple Method Saved Me from Our Long HVAC Saga
Core Article: This Simple Method Saved Me from Our Long HVAC Saga Paragraph I’m Pondering: “If you want to change the visible…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “Wealth flows to me from…” Book Review: The Secrets of The Millionaire Mind: Mastering The Inner Game of Wealth by T. Harv Eker Cool Stuff: Have you seen a “Hairy Coo?” AI Info & Resources: Apple just released this yesterday. This Simple Method Saved Me from Our Long HVAC Saga You’re not gonna believe this, as I can’t believe it myself: our HVAC was finally installed last Friday, October 18! Yeah, it’s kind of CRAZY! It broke back in JUNE! I still can’t believe…
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Quitters Day & Self Negativity Gone Wild
Core Article: Quitters Day & Self Negativity Gone Wild Paragraph I’m Pondering: “Your inner growth is completely dependent upon…” Powerful Affirmations to Inspire: “I am grateful for every success, “ Book Review: The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Self by Michael Singer Cool Stuff: A leaf hack for crickets… AI Info & Resources: If you’re tired of creating boilerplates or templates… Quitters Day & Self Negativity Gone Wild Have you ever felt like you let yourself down and then couldn’t shake those negative voices in your head? Well, that’s what hit me this past week, and I’m sharing my story cuz I know you’ve probably been there too. Here’s my…
