I made a mistake this week. Actually, probably more than one, but I’m only going to mention one! I got a bill ready to send and then somehow it got under some papers on my desk. By the time I…
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Searching for Answers
You know how sometimes you may be about ready to give up and someone gives you a word of encouragement that keeps you going? A big Thank You to Chris Brogan for writing the post about the Daily PlanIt at…
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Express Yourself
Express Yourself is Part Ten of Ten Steps to Discover U. You know who you are, now is the time to be the real you. Who can hear your voice if you do not speak your truth? Who can see…
Tell Your Story
Tell Your Story is Part Nine of Ten Steps to Discover U. Storytelling is a powerful way to communicate. A well told story can capture attention, connect us with others, and shape behavior. To identify a personal brand is to…
The Sweet Spot
A brief break from the Discover U series to mention a book I’ve been reading called “Cure for the Common Life” by Max Lucado. Read your life backwards, he says, to find those moments where satisfaction intersects success. Look for…
Posted in goals, personal development
Think About Your Talents and Goals
Think About Your Talents and Goals – Part Eight of Ten Steps to Discover U. To set meaningful goals, explore clues to purpose and uncover hidden talents. Talents are natural abilities that come easily to you and allow you to…
Learn About Your Personality and Interests
Learn About Your Personality and Interests is Part Seven of Discover U in Ten Steps and part of a self-assessment to uncover hidden talents. Find a free printable self-assessment form at the Brand and Purpose Toolkit. When you explore personality types…
Develop a Mission Statement
Develop a Mission Statement is Part Six of Ten Steps to Discover U. A mission statement describes your purpose and the path you plan to take. Mission statements are brief, focused, flexible, and feasible. They include how you will add…
Look at Your Values
Knowing your values creates clarity and focus, helps you to be mindful about your choices, and empowers you to live authentically and with integrity. Your values are guiding principles that point you in the right direction like a compass. Core…
Examine Your Mental Beliefs
Beliefs may be either spiritual or mental. Some of the biggest obstacles we encounter are the ones that we create ourselves. Our own fears, limiting beliefs, desire for the comfort zone, or distractions can prevent us from acting with agency…
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