Follow the Monkey 's Advice
Posted: March 15, 2008, 11:37 PM by Leslie Grossman
These days, it can be dangerous to one's mental state, not to mention one's business, to read the business pages or listen to the news...Bear Stearns going down, Eliot Spitzer, the Dow Industrial tumble, economists saying that the "r" (I refuse to say the word) has arrived, etc. Therefore, I follow the advice of my stuffed monkey (from my childhood), who has recently been featured in a TV commercial traveling around the world in the briefcase of an executive. He tells me to "hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil." Ok, I admit that I am avid reader of the Wall St. Journal - but I do my best to browse through the front page and the money section - pretending those pages are fiction - and go directly to the Marketing section and Personal Journal where I eat up every word. At bedtime, I doze off listening to the news as presented by John Stewart on Comedy Central. That way I don't lose any sleep worrying - only laughing. I start the day in a positive mood, aggressively planning a successful week - using the Law of Attraction - as I say my affirmation daily. I truly believe, if we stand still in business or expect bad things, we will get them. On the other hand, expecting the best doesn't always yield the best - unless we are pro-active and move into action to thwart the negativity. That's why at WLE conferences and summits this year, we decided to use the "R" word in a positive way - our workshops, speakers and keynotes will all be brimming with information on how to ReCharge, ReEnergize, ReEducate, ReConnect, & ReInvent our businesses to ensure that 08 is a good year for us all. We must think positive, because unlike Bear Stearns, who most likely will be rescued by the Fed Government, those of us leading our own businesses can't expect anyone to rescue us. However, we can all go out there and brainstorm with others in business and work together to avoid the negative before it begins. My message to other women in business is: don't say you are too busy to leave your 4 walls ! This year, more than ever before, you can't afford not to get out the front door and attend events and conferences where you can get fresh ideas and meet people that can help you -- and you can help them, too!! If we all work together and help each other ( like the monkeys in the wilds) , if we're all pro-active and use the positive "R" words, we just might be able to fight the "R" off for everyone!Reader Comments
Posted: March 19, 2008, 10:42 PM by Moty Koppes
Hello,
I am so pleased to learn that WLE conferences and summits decided to use the "R'' word: ReCharge, ReEnergize, ReConnect and ReInvent . I will certainly leave my 4 walls to get out and attend these conferences so that I can get fresh ideas and meet other women who can help me and I can help them.
I would like to share that I also encourage my clients to use three Rs: Review, Renew and Recommit in their personal and professional lives each and every year.
I constantly encourage them to review what is working for them and what is not working. I Renew what is working or what could work. Then recommit to their renewed purpose, goals, and relationships as they complete the cycle.
My wish for you is to Review, renew, and recommit to the life, work, relationships, and beliefs you really want for 2008.
Moty Koppes, MA., CPBA
Life/Business Coach
motykoppes@coachmoty.com
www.coachmoty.com
Posted: March 17, 2008, 02:35 PM by Joan Curtis
Hi there,
Yes, we are all subject to negative thinking when the economy takes a tumble. But, the good news is what goes down must eventually come up. Time, patience and good due dilligence will help. I believe, like you, that positive, forward thinking will enable us to survive these gloomy times. The best thing not to do is get swept away with the negative news blaring from your screens each day. Be aware that good news isn't news. I love the book, The Art of Possibility http://www.amazon.com/Art-Possibility-Transforming-Professional-Personal/dp/0142001104/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1205778814&sr=8-1 Perhaps looking at the world a little differently will help us all keep charging forward with a smile. Joan Curtis, http://www.TotalCommunicationsCoach.com/blog
Posted: March 16, 2008, 03:06 PM by Anne Schrock
When I find myself becoming a part of conversation leaning toward what's not working in the economy, I am quick to interject that all I can do is continue doing what I do best. What better season than spring time for renewal and restoration to get into the zone for moving forward. Anne Schrock, a woman's worth www.healthierskinnaturally.com
Posted: March 16, 2008, 09:20 AM by Bonnie Ross-Parker
Re-COMMIT. Love the dialogue that's starting here with what we as women believe and know - any change and I mean ANY change - has to begin with us! We are the nurturers and the supporters. it is up to us to set a stardard as to what is possible when we work collaboratively. We can't control the unfortunate or unthinkable decisions/outcomes of others. We can't control media, big business and personal drama. What we can control we must control - ourselves and our choices. We must decide how we want to see the world and then design our lives congruent with what we value. Imagine if we all stopped listening to the news, buying into the drama and paid attention to our own lives and focused on making a difference through our collective contributions. Bonnie Ross-Parker, CEO/Founder of The Joy of Connecting - Marketing with Heart. www.TheJOYofConnecting.com
Posted: March 16, 2008, 08:07 AM by [FearlessFifties] Jacqueline Wales
Hi Leslie and Andrea:
It was good to wake up Sunday morning and read your post. Like you, I prefer the 'R' word to Reflect on the Rewards of Life. My life and my business are all about Re-Invention in midlife, and no matter how many people tell me that getting older is about Retiring I Refuse to subscribe to this outdated notion and push forward toward Renewal of passions, ideas and continued transformation. Women in midlife are powerful. Let no one say otherwise. Re-Unite with that power, Restore your confidence and Reflect on all that has gone before. It's amazing how much there is to Rave about.
To our continued Success and Re-Invention.
Fearlessly
Jacqueline Wales
Founder, Fearless Fifties
A Community for Women Who Are Re-Inventing Life
Fearless Fifties: It's Not About Age.....It's About Attitude
www.fearlessfifties.com
info@fearlessfifties.com
