'Quick Notes' from the type pad of the president

November 11th 2009

Dear Roaring Women Reader,

Before the newsletter begins - I want to send out thanks to all those who have served our country, whether it be military or other service - so that we may live the lives we do today. - Mandie

Quick note - I forgot to attach the conference call information for the first call we had.  You can find the information under QUICK BITS in the sidebar!

"There are two ways to live your life.  One as if nothing is a miracle. The other is as if everything is a miracle" - Albert Einstein

Wednesday morning - often referred to as "hump day" will be when we will have your newsletters out every week now.  The intention is to inspire, energize and inform about great 'goings- on', remind you of some important life lessons and to make sure you have what you need stay on top of your game - be it personal or business!

As we near the end of 2009 - isn't it nice to give thanks about what we have received and learned throughout the year?  A month ago I began a gratitude journal - naming 5 things every day that I was grateful for.  I was surprised at how much I really have in my life.  Great clients, fantastic members and loving friends and family top the list.

In addition, I think that all of us - regardless of the work it entails and the problems it sometimes presents are grateful for the ability to run our own businesses.  So give something away today to let others know you are grateful!  (a smile or a kind word does wonders!)

Are you really "here"?  Or are you "there"?

We all live very busy lives - and most of us agree - it is often too busy! And so it is very common to call someone at home or work and get an answering machine.

...." Press 1 .... Press 2...to access the company directory, Press 3...to leave a number you can be reached at ..enter it now.."

In fact in this high tech world - we even have our emails send direct messages letting others know we received their email - and we will answer it within the next 48 hours.
But how often have we received a message in person and given out a recorded answer? How often are we focused on what has happened - or are worrying about what is going to happen - or even thinking about what is happening somewhere else instead of just being in the "present moment

More here

"The more I give myself permission to live in the moment and enjoy it without feeling guilty . . . the better I feel about
the quality of my work." - Wayne Dyer

 

Want to see the video version of this message - click here!

 

 

Here's to following your dream,

How will you work less and earn more?


We all would like to work less and earn more!  But how many workshops or organizations promise you those results after taking one of their courses?

One of the things Jack Canfield promised us in the "Train the Trainer" course was that we would make more money and have more time off.

I wondered how in the world could anyone promise that?

However the things I learned have already given me more time off and brought me to a more balanced place in my life and business.

Fortunately for everyone who attends any of our workshops, I will not be keeping this information to myself - but integrating all of it into the ROAR Board workshops and other workshops that we offer.

Mentoring, masterminding and coaching will help you move your business forward in more ways than you can imagine! Those are all the things you will get when you join a ROAR Board in your area.

Roar Boards will be starting in March in the GTA and are currently running in Vancouver.  If you would like to see a ROAR Board started in your area - email us here.


Join a ROAR Board and FINALLY put the rubber to the road!

GTA ROAR Board to begin in MARCH. 
Mandie Crawford will be the GTA ROAR Board Coach. 
Meetings to be held monthly. Read more here

Apply here now. 
Limited to 8 attendees.
What is the fuel behind success?


How often have you thought to yourself – “ wow, how many hours a week do I spend working, thinking or focused on my business?” To many in your circle of friends or to your family – it may seem like it is always! And even to us – it may seem like we are working far more than if we had a regular job.

For a minute – let’s compare our businesses to a rocket. When NASA launches a rocket or the space shuttle – it uses most of its fuel just to get the rocket off the ground – to break it free from the gravitational pull of the earth. But when the rocket is free from the gravitational pull of the earth it takes very little energy to get it to where it needs to go. In fact, once it is free of gravity, a short burst of fuel can send it a long, long way.

The same holds true about business. In the beginning – and the beginning can be as long as 3 to 10 years depending on the type of business or the speed at which you build it – there is a tremendous amount of energy that we need to put behind the ‘launch’ until we are able to position the business and have enough clients to support us financially.

Read more here
QUICK BITS - MAKE A NOTE


***** PLEASE NOTE****
Sincere apologies for those who received the Vancouver Newsletter yesterday (and who did not live in BC) from our Vancouver RD.  Please congratulate her for her efforts and forgive her for pushing the wrong button!

Combined Christmas trade show in the GTA

December 1st  - GTA - Tickets are selling FAST!  Get yours now.

Register NOW

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First Month Coaching call recording available here

NEXT Monthly Coaching Call - Mark your calendars now!

November 30th - First Monday of every month! Finding your Passion and Purpose - and integrating it into your life! NO CHARGE FOR ALL MEMBERS. $15.95 for non-members

Register here

UPCOMING MEETINGS

November Meetings

Mississauga - November 11th

Edmonton - November 18th

Victoria - November 23rd

December Meetings

Barrie - December 1st

Brampton December 1st

Hamilton- December 1st

Vancouver - November 5th

Nanaimo - December 14th

Duncan - December 15th

Calgary - Mark your calendars - Roaring Women Christmas Breakfast - December 16th
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK


"There is one thing we can do, and the happiest people are those who can do it to the limit of their ability. We can be completely present. We can be all here. We can give all our attention to the opportunity before us." - Mark Van Doren
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FEATURE ARTICLE - April Dunn

Are you investing in yourself?

"Invest three percent of your income in yourself [and your business] in order to guarantee your future." (I am taking the liberty of adjusting Brian Tracy's quote.)

Sometimes, it's time to put the frugal part of you behind and REALLY invest in your business. No more holding back. When it's time to grow, it's also time to take out your wallet and INVEST in making mo.re. That's what all the millionaire marketers do.

My experience has been that, when I do invest in my business, it always comes back to me at least 4 to 10 times over. And although "money" is usually the excuse I've used in the past for not doing something (and I'm not the only one, you have too!), I've found that if I really look at a situation, I almost always have the resources to invest or can find a way to get them.

How will YOU invest in your business this week? Notice what you have NOT taken advantage of because you're using the excuse of "not having enough money." Using that excuse is an insidious form of self-sabotage. It's a mindset that keeps you playing small and limits your growth. Time to stop being frugal and take action. The money will naturally show up to help you pay for it (it always does.)

Best wishes for your success!

April Dunn - read more about April here
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