“The more people you inspire, the more people will inspire you”
Simon Sinek
Whether you are leading a team or “leading” your clients to try a new service, a new product or reserve their next appointment, this TEDTalk by Simon Sinek shows us a powerful explanation of how sharing the “whys” behind our message can positively transform results. Do you know your WHY?
“Simon Sinek presents a simple but powerful model for how leaders inspire action, starting with a golden circle and the question, Why?” TedTalks
To be inspired and learn more about WHY we love Simon Sinek, visit Start With Why.
If you are serious about finding your WHY and building your brand both online and off, we offer one-on-one mentoring to help you craft the ultimate plan. To learn more about Passion Squared Mentoring, click here. We look forward to helping you ignite your passion and live your dream.
(shared with love from your passionistas Nina+Gordon)
“It’s not the men in your life that matters, it’s the life in your men.”
Mae West
“During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of moustaches on thousands of men’s faces, in the US and around the world. With their Mo’s, these men raise vital awareness and funds for men’s health issues, specifically prostate and testicular cancer initiatives.” Movember website
We know we are a couple weeks into Movember but there is still time to jump in, help build awareness around this very important cause and have some fun with your male clients!
Check out this infographic on how Movember works and to pick your fave stache style. We heart.
“True heroism is remarkably sober, very un-dramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others, at whatever cost.”
Arthur Ashe
This short film by Sharon Wright gave us goose bumps. We know there are many everyday heroes amongst us who are truly changing the world for the better. If each of us would simply slow down and take the time to be present (and really see all that surrounds us), we are sure to see and be inspired by more of these quiet heroes who are making the world for a better place for us all.
For more information on this filmmaker and her life changing projects, visit My Next Inspirational Film. Amazing!
(shared with love from your passionistas Nina+Gordon)
PS: The victims of Hurricane Sandy still need our help. If you can, please donate your time, money or by sharing information on how to help. To donate money, please visit the NCA Disaster Relief Fund or the Red Cross. Thank you.
“A leader, first and foremost, is human. Only when we have the strength to show our vulnerability can we truly lead.”
Simon Sinek
It seems in today’s world, many people still believe they need to be perfect. We have this thought that we have to present ourselves, particularly as leaders, to be all knowing and all powerful. That we are problem free. Many of us wear a mask or hide behind a curtain of perfection. Kinda like the Wizard, yes?
From personal experience, I can tell you, that is a recipe for a potentially unhappy life.
Getting Real
What our team wants to see from us, what our family and friends want to see from us, is vulnerability. They want to know we are human, just like them. They want to know that yes, we are here to lead them, to show up for them, but that we too have struggles, and because of those struggles, we actually become better leaders. Because we have learned to show up even when things get tough.
My Story
A little over 5 years ago, I was in a very dark place in my life. So dark in fact that I chose to face my demons and get treatment for depression and anxiety. While I was in treatment, I learned the meaning behind “perfectly imperfect”. For workaholics and perfectionists like I used to be, this was a concept I had to really wrap my mind around, for me, it was a matter of life and death.
That experience not only made me a better person, it made me a better leader. Because I realized that in order to be the best for others, for my team, my family and my friends, I had to get over the notion that I had to be perfect. Do I still have struggles? Yes, everyday, believe it or not. But I did the work and found the tools I needed to show up for my life and for others.
The World Has Your Back
If you are like I was, feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders, my hope for you is that you realize the world has your back. That you are human, and its OK to be vulnerable. It’s actually that vulnerability, that perfectly imperfect you that can help you develop more meaningful relationships and makes you a better leader. How awesome is that?
(shared with LOVE from your passionista Nina)
PS: If this post resonates with you and you need someone to talk to, I am here for you. You can click here to email me, or call me at 310-503-1342.
“A good snapshot stops a moment from running away.”
Eudora Welty
We are loving the evolution of Instagram and how our community has taken to it as the go-to app for engaging, sharing and connecting with the world. It’s no surprise though, as we are a creative and visual group of characters, and Instagram plays right into what we value most.
This week, Instagram introduced Web Profiles, where your page can be directly accessed on the web with your own unique URL. Pretty cool, yes? Why do we think its so cool?
1. It allows us to engage on the web, not just on the app, to like, comment and follow new users. Yes, there are several 3rd party apps that allow this already, but this is just kinda more official.
2. It helps our businesses become more discoverable on the web, just like other social platforms, the more we engage, the more discoverable we are.
3. Having our own URL allows us to share our Instagram page more easily among other platforms, as well as through our marketing and communications.
You can also edit your profile, revoke access to 3rd party apps, etc.
So how do you discover your profile? Simply go to www.instagram.com/your Instagram name here
If your page is set to private, only those who you allow to follow you will be able to see your photos. So you may want to double check your privacy settings on the app. You cannot change those settings on your Web Profile.
So there you have it. We will continue watching Web Profiles develop, as we sense this is only the beginning.
(shared with LOVE from your passionistas Nina + Gordon)
It seems in today’s world, many people still believe they need to be perfect. We have this thought that we have to present ourselves, particularly as leaders, to be all knowing and all powerful. That we are problem free. Many of us wear a mask or hide behind a curtain of perfection. Kinda like the Wizard, yes?
