Whether it's the first time writing a book or an experienced bestseller, an editor can help you refine what you want to say. They can save you from your worst writing weaknesses. They can help you distill your narrative, tighten your plot, and pace your story.
So if you are serious about writing a successful book, investing in an editor can most certainly be the best support for achieving that goal.
With this in mind, I would like to make a case for using an expert to unlock your greatest potential and maximize your efforts to achieve any goal or objective.
Recently I have been exploring many stories about individuals who have achieved great success in their professions, relationships, and life.
In addition to possessing incredible qualities like perseverance and resiliency, these individuals consistently share that they were mentored and coached at some point in their journey. Whether it be the athlete, actor, musician, executive, or world leader, these accomplished individuals attribute much of their success to someone who helped them grow beyond their potential.
So, what makes us think that we can do this THING all alone?
You can define THING as any aspect of your life, be it work, health, relationships, prosperity, or simply life balance.
In coaching, we have a saying, "our best thinking has helped us to get to where we are today; in order to get to a new place, we must learn how to think differently."
That is the hard part! I personally know this all too well.
When I decided to expand my coaching presence in the world digitally, I had no clue how to begin, let alone do it. I dabbled here and there, but the technology and strategy felt much bigger than I believed my bandwidth allowed.
Of course, it took many attempts and failures to realize that I needed help. Once I decided to consult with an expert and find the right match, Voila! Meg, an accomplished coach with online marketing experience, came to the rescue, and within a couple of months, she had me and my digital business up and running.
The stories I told myself for years kept me stuck. "I don't know where to begin. It's too expensive. Who do I call? Will I be able to afford this and sustain it?"
These are important considerations and questions, but if I continued to believe them, I would still be stuck and complacent.
Instead, I honestly have absolutely no regret taking that leap.
An expert is a person who has comprehensive knowledge or skill in a particular field. Whether paid or unpaid, consulting with a skilled and experienced individual can help us rise above our fears, change old habits, challenge our limiting beliefs, and build confidence, clarity, and a path towards our dreams and aspirations. Coaching is a perfect opportunity to do just that.
I was reminded of this in a recent conversation with a dear friend and colleague, coach Ken Nelson, who, together with an amazing team, offer training for people who desire to lead Transformational Workshops. There are so many motivated and inspired individuals who long to bring their talents and gifts into the world before an audience but feel they don't have the skill and courage to do so.
Imagine after just a 5-day training with Ken's team, hundreds if not thousands of people over the years have discovered the tools and confidence to launch and fulfill their dreams.
For some, it is not an easy path because the journey may require inner reflection and exploration around their perceived obstacles—defining and clarifying their priorities and authenticity, aligning their values and actions, and challenging their limiting beliefs. Nonetheless well worth it.
It's powerful, engaging, and awe-inspiring when a person begins to live their greatest potential. Ken and I laugh at the magic that happens when a simple moment of clarity and the courage to share one's deepest desire turns into a reality!
So I invite you to consider:
Where are you stuck in your life?
What changes do you desire to make in this new year?
What part of your life feels satisfying, and what part, not so much?
Do you feel equipped to transform these areas of your life alone, or do you need support, guidance, encouragement, and accountability?
If the answer is yes to any of these questions, then let me help!
I am making a personal commitment this year to help the world feel more authentic, hopeful, and joyful. And to do so, I would like to offer a free 8-week journey; all you have to do is print out the PDF of the Life Balance Wheel and read or listen to a short podcast each week, beginning the first week of January.
To transform anything, we must first find out where we are.
Like your GPS, it must home in on where you are in order to guide you to a new location. Each week starting in January, I will focus on one area of your life and offer a barometer to measure that area through thought-provoking questions. After 8-weeks of completing this exercise, I promise you will have clarity of how balanced your life is and perhaps where and what to do next.
Don't let 2022 be like the rest.
Don't let life and the world circumstances define your happiness and potential.
Life Coaching is all about moving your life forward and awakening the amazing possibilities that await you; your investment is a little time each week, some inner reflection, and permission to transform the old.
Here is to a New Year of Light, Love, and Transcendence.