To Succeed in 2020, Attach Happiness to the Present
We’ve got a blog takeover this week from our very own James Whittaker. James is the Film Producer and Author of the International Bestseller Think and Grow Rich: The Legacy – the official companion to Napoleon Hill’s timeless classic. In May, he will release Andrew Carnegie’s Mental Dynamite in conjunction with the Napoleon Hill Foundation, which features the original interview…
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Do You Need Some “Mat Talk” in Your Life?
Please tell me you’ve seen ‘Cheer’ on Netflix. If not, you should. Like right now. 😉 All kidding aside, the docuseries introduces viewers to the world of competitive college cheerleading through the stories of the Navarro College cheer squad and their coach, Monica Aldama, who has 14 NCA championships under her belt. The team has subsequently won its…
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May I Speak to Your Manager?
May I speak to your manager? It’s usually the last thing you want to hear from a customer, but we LOVE it! Why? Because we are a boutique speaker management agency representing the best speakers in personal development. We’re committed to providing audiences with the information and inspiration they need to design a meaningful and…
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Gratitude is Good Business
As “touchy-feely” as it may seem, gratitude has been cited as the NUMBER ONE predictor of well-being. Did you know that practicing gratitude reduces cortisol (the stress hormone) by 23%, lowers blood pressure, increases metabolism, and just makes you happier? Here are 3 more reasons why gratitude is good business: 1. SHOWING APPRECIATION SHOULD BE…
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To Tell A Great Story, Start With Love ❤
Richard Janes’ storytelling street cred speaks for itself. Screenwriter for Walt Disney ☑️Emmy Award-Winner ☑️Digital Series Creator for Hulu, Google, and Facebook ☑️Hollywood’s Go-To Personal Branding Expert ☑️ But in October 2006, he was rushed to the hospital, weighing just 110 lbs, and told he had two choices. The removal of his colon then and there or, if he walked…
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How Women Can Empower Themselves to Be Strong Leaders
Good news! More women are owning their own businesses. Between 1997 and 2014, the total number of women-owned businesses in the United States increased by 68 percent. As a woman-owned business, we love this statistic. But…as women, we nurture, multi-task and often take responsibility for things that are not ours. From talking with women leaders,…
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3 Reasons to Choose a Personal Development Speaker for Your Next Event
This is a long one, but bear with me. It’s important. I was on a conference call recently with a client from a very well-known multinational organization to discuss their objectives and speaker needs for an upcoming meeting. The team lead said something that stuck with me for the duration of our conversation. She said:…
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The 5 Saboteurs of an Entrepreneur
Entrepreneurship, starting anything from nothing, is brutally hard. “Conscious” entrepreneurship–building a business that doesn’t just serve a consumer need and generate profit, but also makes a bigger difference–is even harder. Because it’s not just about money, it’s about unleashing expression, connection and potential, and making meaning. Helping others rise. I’ve worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs…
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10 Questions to Transform Your Life
When faced with misfortune, most people are quick to lash out at others. Yet, high achievers know that it’s not laying blame that leads to success—it’s proudly taking ownership of every aspect of your life. These 10 questions will empower you to rise in almost any situation, allowing you to reset your energy, prepare actionable plans, and…
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5 Ways to Spark Joy with Resilience
Marie Kondo has become known as the “Guru of Tidying Up.” Her KonMari method of decluttering has launched what NPR called “an organizational renaissance” as well as a New York Times bestselling book and Netflix series. But her mission to help people declutter their homes has taken on a deeper meaning for many centered around one very simple question:…
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