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Ten of My Favorite Phrases to Re-Center and Reset

THINK -- Is it True? Is it Helpful? Is it Inspiring? Is it Necessary? Is it Kind?We all have overwhelming days that make it easy to get stuck in our heads. What I have learned is that there is always a moment, no matter how brief, where there is a choice to fall down the rabbit hole or, reset and move forward.

Here is a list of ten of my favorite one-liners that help me put things into perspective and get re-centered.

  1. First things first.
  2. How important is it?
  3. Feelings aren’t facts.
  4. HALT: Am I hungry, angry, lonely or tired?
  5. My ego is not my amigo.
  6. A bad moment doesn’t mean I have a bad life.
  7. WAIT: Why am I talking/texting?
  8. It’s not personal.
  9. Right size instead of super size the problem.
  10. Do you want to be right or do you want to be happy?

This week when you find yourself in a challenging situation, take a moment to pull out one of these tools from your toolbox so that you can reset and steady yourself.

What tool or phrase do you use when you feel like your hair is on fire? Share it with the Shine on Purpose online community. For more tips, check out my 90-second video on how to flip your thinking.

If you would like to learn more tools to help you change your mindset, please schedule a complimentary 30-minute kick-start session.

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When I first started out as a coach, I remember feeling stuck when it came to finding clients. I had the skills, the drive, and a clear vision for my business…⁠ ⁠ But, turning that into actual clients? That felt like a different story. 😔⁠ ⁠ I didn’t want to cold call or send salesy messages to people I hadn’t spoken to in years. (And I know many of you don’t want to do this either!)⁠ ⁠ It all seemed so overwhelming until I learned about the Green, Yellow, and Red list strategy, which helped me feel confident with my outreach.⁠ ⁠ The process is simple yet impactful! Let me walk you through it.⁠ ⁠ 🟢 Start with your Green List.⁠ ⁠ This is the list of people who are easy to reach out to—your friends, family, current and past coworkers, and people from any groups or organizations you’re part of. These are your warmest connections.⁠ ⁠ 🟡 Next, move on to your Yellow List.⁠ ⁠ These are people you know, but aren’t super close with. Maybe they’d send you a get well card, but they wouldn’t show up at your door with soup. Think of old colleagues, acquaintances, or distant friends.⁠ ⁠ 🔴 Finally, your Red List.⁠ ⁠ This is your list of people who seem a bit intimidating or out of reach. Think of professionals like doctors, lawyers, or high profile people in your network. You may want to avoid these conversations, but they’re worth putting on your radar.⁠ ⁠ I’ll be honest, reaching out to someone on my Red List always feels nerve-racking.⁠ ⁠ But I remind myself: I’m offering something valuable. ✨⁠ ⁠ After sending a simple message, I often end up with a new client a few months later.⁠ ⁠ Sometimes, we have to stretch beyond what feels comfortable in order to really grow. 🌱⁠ ⁠ P.S. For more tips and support for coaches, join my Coaching for Coaches community! Link in bio!⁠ ⁠ #buildclientele #findclients #coachingbusiness #businesscoaches #bizcoach #icfcoach #growyourbusiness

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Do you ever wonder how you can craft your coaching identity in a crowded market? 🤔⁠ ⁠ Your methodology isn’t what makes you stand out; it’s your authenticity. ✨⁠ ⁠ Crafting a coaching identity means building on what resonates with your clients, staying true to your vision, and evolving with each interaction.⁠ ⁠ Embrace your distinct perspective, values, and voice—these are the true magnets that attract your ideal clients. 🧲⁠ ⁠ #coachingexcellence #coachingforcoaches #professionalism #clientrelationships #buildtrust #givingfeedback #safespaces #lifecoachingtips #tipsforcoaches #findclients #buildclientele
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