Debra Kasowski

Mind Shifting Gears

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I just returned from the eWomen Network Conference in Dallas, TX where I won the Spotlight on Stage for One Minute. Let me tell you this was an incredible experience. I will never be the same again.

There were many incredible speakers and business owners that I had the opportunity to meet. Each one was full spirit and intention to get the most out of their experience. I have several pages of notes with stars and notes saying “You need to do this”. That way, I will not forget what ah-ha moments; I had during the presentation, perhaps you do the same.

The 10 highlights from a few of the speakers included:

  1. Zig Ziglar – inspired us all. WOW!
  2. Lisa Nichols – “The world is more interested in who you are becoming.”
  3. Marcia Wieder – “Dreaming without taking action is a fantasy.”
  4. Barbara Niven -“Trust that you know your stuff.”
  5. Lisa Johnson Mandell – NEVER say “We are thrilled to announce..” in a press release.
  6. Tony Hsieh -Your happiness will not last if you sole purpose is profit.
  7. Connie Podesta -“You will never have the least competition that you have today.”
  8. Mari Smith – “Biggest Financial Disaster – Do not measure your worth in dollars.”
  9. Peggy McColl – “Think like your customer.”
  10. Lisa Clemons – “Do not allow anyone or anything negative live rent free in your mind!”

These are few of the statements that stuck out in my mind from their talks. Powerful content…transforming content to apply. My mind has shifted gears and I want to connect and follow-up to be the change I want to see in the world. Many people go to conferences and seminars and do not follow up with their contacts. This should be a no “brainer”. This is a prime opportunity for businesses to grow and discover joint venture opportunities.

With the opportunities and speeches, I realized once again that I need to be aiming higher. Higher than ever before in order to achieve bigger. I started view ing the world and thinking differently about the opportunities available. What are you doing to achieve bigger and shine? Are you taking actions and meeting your opportunities?

Sharing: One of the Greatest Lessons Learned from Kindergarten

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If you knew your friend needed your help to achieve one of their goals, wouldn’t you want to help them out? Do you think they would do the same for you? Have you told them what you need?
We were taught to share with others. It important to share your goals with others. When others are aware of your goals, they are better able to support and encourage you and you are better able to support and encourage them as well. Find an accountability partner or friend to remind you why you chose your goals in the first place and what the end result will look and feel like when times get weak. It is during those times that you need to look fear in the face and remind yourself you can achieve so many things if you believe in yourself, your talents, and your abilities. People want to help people succeed. They share in the triumph and glory when you reach your goal.

Remember no one can support you or help you achieve what you want if you don’t share!

Are You Accountable?

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The Millionaire Woman Club is growing! I am glowing and raving about the incredible women I get to meet. Each one shares their light of knowledge and expertise. The energy is amazing! I could bask in it every day. I had asked the participants to develop an accountability relationship with their partners during a couple exercises that I facilitated.

Accountability = Commitment.

An accountability partner is someone you make a commitment to. A commitment to complete a task or exercise that will take you one step closer to your achieving your goal. This is why having an exercise buddy or partner is so crucial to many people’s fitness goals. You have someone to challenge you to higher heights. Having an accountability partner, helps you stay true to your word. Why is it we break commitments to ourselves before we break a commitment to others? Is it because they depend on you or you are afraid that you will hurt their feelings? We must realize that not only should we make commitments to ourselvess but we must also keep them. Your commitment to yourself is most important. When you value your commitments, people also know that you will value theirs.

Accountability partners are people who:

  • you share and review your goals with. help you keep your commitments
  • you share and celebrate your wins with
  • you set your intentions for the week with
  • challenge you when you do not follow through
  • keep you motivated to keep your commitments to yourself and others
  • help you achieve maximum results
  • brainstorm through roadblocks
  • share advice
  • encourage you when you feel that you are ready to give up!

Accountability partners are NOT people who:

  • place judgment on you
  • breach your confidence
  • assess you

Accountability partners are ultimately there to hold you accountable for your own success! What are you doing to achieve your success?