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Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Today's Simple Truth from Mom!

"Find your power by overcoming your fear!"

In every tragic moment we have an opportunity to learn more about who we are and what we are capable. I have faced a great deal of adversity in my life, and rather than become a victim of it, I chose to face my fears and overcome them. When you're at a point that is vulnerable, you're also at your most authentic. If there is a positive that can come from tragedy, it's the opportunity to meet yourself and recognize the power you have within. The knowledge that I can overcome fear has served me well throughout my life, even when I'm shaking in my boots! What a blessing that awareness has been for me.

For more "Simple Truths from Mom" to apply in your workplace for success, check out Michelle's new book "From the Kitchen to the Corner Office: Mom's Wisdom on Leadership" available at BarnesAndNoble.com!



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Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Today's Simple Truth from Mom!

"Know who you're talking to and ADJUST!"


When managing a business or a department, you need to be able to adapt your communication style to fit the type of person you're dealing with. Maximum results come from professionals who understand this concept and can adapt their message without compromising who they are or the information they're delivering. This is especially beneficial in an interview setting: understanding how someone best receives information can make or break your ability to get the job, make the sale, motivate the team or meet the department goals.



For more "simple truths from Mom" check out my new book
"From the Kitchen to the Corner Office: Mom's Wisdom on Leadership" available for pre-order at Barnes & Noble!

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Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Today's Simple Truth from Mom!

"If you believe it's just fine...it is! You create your own reality."

The most powerful lesson I learned from my mother Mimi and my Aunt Ruthie is to take responsibility for my reality. Mimi has always been one to look on the bright side of things and approach problems looking for solutions, choosing to see the silver lining and not the dark cloud. Aunt Ruthie faced serious health problems that would've demolished a lesser person, but rather than give into the pain and be defeated, she always saw herself as being just fine. That positive way of thinking created a reality for her that was full of life and happiness.

In life and work things don't always go as planned, but that's no reason to give up or pass the blame onto someone else. If you take responsibility for having a positive attitude and developing a strategic solution to any problem that arises, you'll be amazed at the unbelievable reality you're able to create.

For more "simple truths from Mom" check out my new book
"From the Kitchen to the Corner Office: Mom's Wisdom on Leadership"
available for pre-order at Barnes & Noble today!

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Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Dr. Helen and Effortless Ayurvedic Beauty

I know that beauty not a topic that I usually write about, but I have had such changes in both my appearance and health from working with Dr. Helen Thomas that I wanted to share her with all of you! With all of the traveling I do, speaking at conferences across the country, my skin and hair was looking dry and dull! I am going to let you in on the secret weapon that I discovered to keep me looking good for all of my public appearances...and dinner out with my guy! It is Dr. Helen and Ayurvedic living!!!

I got you an invitation to take part in her free online multi-media course called Discover Your Ayurvedic Beauty-Type. It actually started yesterday! I'm so sorry, but due to unavoidable technical difficulties, I wasn't able to get the link to you until this very moment.

Not to worry,though, you can catch up in a matter of minutes.You can sign up (for free) by clicking on this link or copy and pasting it into your browser...http://cove101.108mudita.hop.clickbank.net/Over the next two weeks, Dr. Helen will introduce you to the 3,000 year old form of health and beauty care known as Ayurveda.

In Ayurveda, they don't recommend the same facial treatment or moisturizer for everyone.
People are different.
Your needs are unique.
You need to know your Ayurvedic Beauty-Type before you'll know whether something as simple as coconut oil is beneficial for your skin.

Through her Discover Your Ayurvedic Beauty-Type online course you'll be able to recognize which formulas,ingredients and lifestyle habits help you look and feel more beautiful.

I believe that how we feel about ourselves sets the stage for how we interact with others at work. When I don't feel good about myself I struggle with projecting confidence, which is a problem for any leader!

Dr. Helen is NOT selling any beauty potions here! In fact,it's almost impossible to buy beauty products (even from health food stores) which don't contain preservatives, alcohol and other chemicals. Instead, she'll be sharing with you simple and inexpensive recipes you can make at home using kitchen ingredients.

Here's a sneak preview of what's included:
  1. The Anti-Aging Ayurvedic Report: How to keep your skin looking youthful and avoid signs of premature aging
  2. TWO Teleseminars Live With Dr. Helen and Lissa Coffey:Author of best-selling, What's Your Dosha Baby?, Lissa Coffey will be interviewing Dr. Helen Thomas on how to achieve vibrant hair and skin by identifying and caring for your Ayurvedic Beauty-Type (with a Q&A session)
  3. Discover Your Ayurvedic Beauty-Type Multi-Media OnlineCourse: How to identify your unique beauty goals which you can obtain effortlessly and naturally. Includes online text, PDF downloads, audios and videos sent to your emailbox daily from Dr. Helen

All of this comes at no cost to you!

If you want to enjoy a radiant complexion, healthier skin and an end to bad hair days, please read her introduction to Effortless Ayurvedic Beauty at this link...http://cove101.108mudita.hop.clickbank.net/...and signup for the free two week multi-media course.

I know what working with Dr. Helen over the past 5 months has done for me...I just wanted to share her with all of you! What good is a blessing if you can't pass it around...she has been a blessing in my life!

P.S. You'll immediately receive Dr. Helen's AyurvedicAnti-Aging report and the first part to the EffortlessAyurvedic Beauty Course. It's all free. Start your journey with Dr. Helen towards Effortless Ayurvedic Beauty, http://cove101.108mudita.hop.clickbank.net/
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Wednesday, April 09, 2008

Today's Simple Truth from Mom!

"Leaders emerge from all levels of an organization and can influence everyone from the top to the bottom."


My sister-in-law Pat is a perfect example of this. She is one of twelve children, and growing up, she showed her influence and leadership by taking on additional responsibilities with the raising of her siblings and later with the raising of her own children. Her mother Marty - the "CEO" of the "organization" - relied heavily on Pat - a "front line worker" - and because of that, Pat was able to influence her parents and be a leader. She was never instructed to go tacke care of her brothers and disters, and her leadership was natural. Marty may have had the ultimate decision-making authority, but Pat was given a lot of free rein.


Pat took the lesson that she could be a leader no matter where she was in an organization from her mother's kitchen all the way to her own corner office. Now it's YOUR turn! Be a leader everyday whether you're the CEO or the assistant to the CEO, and create the same kind of positive influence in your workplace that Pat did in her mother's home.

For more "simple truths from Mom" check out my new book
"From the Kitchen to the Corner Office: Mom's Wisdom on Leadership" today!

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Wednesday, April 02, 2008

Today's Simple Truth from Mom!

"Don't wait until the eleventh hour to let your ideas shine...don't be afraid to show off your 'diamonds!'"


My grandmother - affectionately known as "Mops" - brought her A-game to everything she did, including becoming a professional golfer in the 1920s. She always let her best shine through - there was no waiting for a "special occasion" where Mops was concerned. She wore her most prized possession - a beautiful diamond ring, one of only two, and the other belonged to Bess Truman - not matter what, whether she was playing golf or growing plants on her balcony or spending the day at the beach. She knew how to commit to life full steam ahead!


At work, your talents, ideas and skills are your diamonds. Many of us hold onto our brilliant ideas for just the right person or just the right time. Do you have amazing ideas that might never get executed? Well, what are you waiting for?? Like Mops, wear YOUR diamonds every single day!


For more of Mom's simple truths, check out my new book "From the Kitchen to the Corner Office: Mom's Wisdom on Leadership" today!

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