The Top 2 Challenges That People Face

The Top 2 Challenges that People Face

I have been surveying people for over a year by asking them for their top three challenges. Everyone who signs up for a free strategy session with me- fills out a form where they can list their top three challenges that they face. Consistently- wanting to feel peaceful and relaxed about money and desiring inspiring work have been the top two. ( I do, sometimes, find that during our initial discussion, these top two are really masking something else).

But let’s look at money issues and inspiring work.  

You can feel peaceful and relaxed about money no matter how much money you have or lack of money that you have.   

So, when you feel that bills are looming and overwhelming, how can you feel peaceful about money? Set the intention that your inner-peace is not related to money. Learn to be peaceful and relaxed in the present moment.

What do I mean by this? For example, let’s say you have a bill due on the fifteenth and it’s the fifth. You don’t know how you are going to pay this bill and it’s an important bill. Your past reaction to situations like this has been to fret, worry, and lose sleep. Instead of experiencing all the worry, you can bring yourself fully present through some deep breathes, feeling your feet on the floor, and recalling a moment when you successfully met a financial challenge. Pat yourself on the back for your success. Recognize that you have made it this far in life. As you calm down, your thinking clears and you are more open to intuition. You may get a brainstorm around taking care of that bill. Maybe you think of something you can sell, or another solution pops into your head which is exactly the right solution. Approach every money issue from a place of peace and calm.

What about inspiring work? You may have heard stories about people quitting their jobs and starting companies and eventually becoming millionaires. Yes, this can happen, but I am not here today to tell you to quit your job and start a business. I am here to tell you that no matter what you do, you can find something inspirational about it. If you have ever watched the reality TV show the Under Cover Boss- you have witnessed entry level employees with repetitive tasks and their lights still shine in their work.

I do think that everyone has a purpose – something that ignites passion and fulfillment. While you do inner work and soul searching to uncover this purpose and to determine your path, you can still shine at whatever you do.  You can be inspired and inspire other people. The key is to find something that you love about the job. When I was in high school, I worked at a fast food restaurant and came home each night smelling like a French fry. There was a lot not to love about working in this environment, but I focused on the customers, I loved talking to people and helping them. Guess what I love most about my coaching practice today? Talking to people and helping them. I knew my purpose as a teenager. Yes, I lost my way a few times as an adult, but the essence of what I love about my work has stayed the same.  My work, now, just exists on a higher level.  My challenge to you today- is for you to find something inspiring about your current work. As you learn what inspires you- your path will unfold.

Stop waiting for some day to be peaceful, relaxed and inspired. You can have all of these elements in your life today.

Warmest,

Sheri Kaye Hoff, MA, CGCL, Life Coach and Author, www.lifeisjoyful.org

Inspired: Top Ten Ways to Inspire Your Team

Every manager, leader, sports coach, life coach, entrepreneur wants to know how to inspire his or her team. Probably everyone has had an experience with an uninspired team, and if you are fortunate, you may also have experienced a highly motivated, inspired, and cohesive team experience. Through my observations and experiences here are ten top ways to inspire your team.

1. Get dirty.  Don’t just leave the grunt work to entry level or newest team members. Take out the trash, sweep the floors…every team should have a mentality that if there is a job that needs to be done- noone is above it. You inspire people if you see that something needs to be done and you do it.

2. Praise lavishly and sincerely.

3. Point out what is working. Yet, be diligent about maintaining high quality.

4. Offer encouragement when a person is struggling.

5. Be energetic and enthusiastic.

6. Have the courage to cut the strings. Not all team members work out. Have the personal strength to make the right decision for the team.

7. Get everyone on board with the goal and mission. Allow everyone to have a voice and contribute ideas.

8. Have a higher purpose. If your team designs widgets- focus on what that widget contributes to society and the greater good. Focus on how your high quality product or service contributes to the greater good. If you coach a sports team- how does the team impact morale of the community and provide role models for young people.

9. Volunteer together- whether it is walking in the Walk for the Cure- serving at a soup kitchen- volunteering together is uniting.

10. Create opportunities to bond- it doesn’t have to be an expensive retreat (although they are fun and worthy events if it is in your budget). Bonding could be a picnic, a potluck, a dinner at someone’s house, a dinner out, an activity, etc.

I have been blessed by being a part of several highly successful teams. One thing that I notice is that when people are part of a great team- they are highly committed and generally happier.

Warmest,

Sheri Kaye Hoff, MA, CGCL. Life Coach and Author www.lifeisjoyful.org

What Does Your Expression Reveal About You?

Do you ever notice that when you are people watching, you can often successfully predict a person’s success and happiness by looking at the expression on their faces? People with perpetual frowns seem to have faces that are permanently shaped into a frown, their faces droop, mouths turned down, eyes droop, shoulders slump… yet happy people seem to twinkle…they may have laugh lines and smile lines… I have also found that when I interact with people who seem to be in a perpetual frown…they are angry- glass half empty people.

Look in a mirror…what does your mirror tell you? (this is not the time to be critical of wrinkles, any perceived defects, etc) just notice the energy vibration of your expression. Does your expression tell a story of light, love and fun or does your expression exude strain, stress, unhappiness? This is yet another tool of self awareness…to help you to know YOU…so you can consciously choose how you think and be on a daily basis. (Note: some people have medical conditions that impact expression- and of course this expression analysis wouldn’t necessarily apply).

What do you do if you notice that you do have a strained expression…maybe you have a strained life right now, too? You can consciously work to relax those muscles. Sometimes I notice that when I am trying to solve a complex problem- my eyebrows seem to get tightened together and create lines of fierce concentration (I have a friend who is a surgeon and this happens to her every time she performs surgery). What I do is – I lightly apply pressure with my index finger between my eyebrows until the muscles relax.  The point is that the face reflects stress…and if you do nothing to alleviate the stress- the tension is not only building up in your face, but also in your body, mind and spirit. 

As you increase your awareness, you become empowered to affect change.

Warmest,

Sheri Kaye Hoff, MA, CGCL. Life Coach and Author. www.lifeisjoyful.org

Uplifted, Top Ten Ways to Get Your Self There

You know that uplifted feeling- your heart is light, yet full, and you almost feel like you are not quite walking on the ground. Here are my top ten ways to be and feel uplifted. This top ten list includes higher ordered thinking and behaving…and it takes commitment to regularly practice them. But with some awareness and commitment…you will soon be feeling more uplifted on a regular basis.

1. Inspire and encourage someone else.

2. Make a lot of progress on a worthy goal.

3. Give generously.

4. Forgive liberally.

5. Allow negative feelings to wash away from you- nothing negative sticks to you.

6. Conquer a fear (eg traveling alone, public speaking, learning a new skill, etc)

7. See the big picture and be a part of the larger picture…not the small tiny picture.

8. See everything as a learning opportunity.

9. Love yourself deeply and unconditonally.

10. Love others deeply and unconditionally.

Warmest,

Sheri Kaye Hoff, MA, CGCL, Life Coach and Author. www.lifeisjoyful.org

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What Has Changed?

I am struck this week by the realization (again) of how often people do the same things over and over again even if they are not getting a desired result. If you do the same thing? What will you get? The same results.  Remember that saying about the definition of insanity- Doing the same things, but expecting different results?  I even catch myself doing this sometimes- whether its trying to get my son to keep his room clean or something business related. Other times, I find that I think I am getting the same result (seeing no progress) when in reality what I am doing is working…it is just slow progress.

It does become important to recognize that the perception of the same result…could have  shades of improvement or progress. It is easy to say…nothing has changed. Maybe that is true…Maybe it is not.

So how do we know if our efforts are producing forward momentum or if our efforts are keeping us spinning endlessly in the same cycle?

A questioning process helps.

Ask yourself:

How long have I been engaging in this effort or behavior?

What results do I see?

Is there any net positive result (for example- in a weight loss goal- maybe you are exercising and eating healthier…but the you are not seeing the scale move…yet you are experiencing a positive result)?

Are there any negative results? (for example, if you have a money management goal- are you still spending more than you are taking in?)

Does my behavior support my goals? (example- if you want more money/financial freedom- are you looking for a better paying job? are you starting a business? are you open to possibilities?)

Once you begin to see things as they are…avoid beating yourself up. But, do determine to do something differently- anything differently. If you are trying to control spending, but can’t imagine giving up your Venti Latte- maybe you could live with a Tall Latte?- or go to the coffee shop one or two less days a week. Start with a small change…and then make more changes. Or if you really do not want to make any lifestyle changes- find a way to make more money. See my point here? The biggest thing that is stopping you is your mindset around your situation. Sitting around hoping that things will change is not a proactice way to live life. Actions need to be in place that support your goals.

What if you are on the other side of the issue…what you are doing is working…but you are getting impatient- because the progress is slow. In this case pat yourself on the back for progress. If you want to see a faster result- consider methods that might amplify your results, or maybe add something else- an additional action…or add some patience. Warmest,

Sheri Kaye Hoff, MA, CGCL Life Coach and Author. www.lifeisjoyful.org

BE the Inspiration

One Minute Feng Shui by Grace Ho

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All over the world, people are realizing that you can use Feng Shui to bring in more money, find your perfect spouse and attract fantastic work opportunities.

 The ancient art of Feng Shui is flourishing once again as people want to gain advantage in a tough economy.

In “One Minute Feng Shui For Prosperity” — the new easy-to-read guide from #1 bestselling author on Amazon, Grace Ho — you will discover how much fun it is to use Feng Shui for relationships, prosperity and health.

Prosperity should be fun not hard work! When you discover how to align your space, your office, and your mind to attract abundance, ABUNDANCE becomes EFFORTLESS.

Buy Grace’s newest book today & Get a ton of great gifts!
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Warmest,

Sheri Kaye Hoff, MA, CGCL Life Coach and Author www.lifeisjoyful.org

Be the Inspiration and save up to 83 percent on Success Club

How would you like to not only get inspired…but become the inspiration to those around you?
I know you are an achiever, a striver, a doer, but you, just like everyone, need some support…some accountability…some inspiration…to help you make it all happen.
 
You can inspire..
You can BE the inspiration…
 
And I can show you how, in my super charged, energy filled, and joy-filled Your Path to Success Club program.
If you are not a Success Club member already…you can still join us…and save up to 83%.
We’ll focus on creating a joy filled and successful life for you, every moment of every day. And help you become the inspiration.
The principles and processes in my books can make a difference in your life. But changing a lifetime of habits isn’t easy.  And if you’re finding yourself falling back a bit, don’t worry, it’s completely normal.
Many people just like you tend to get better results with ongoing support and encouragement, and that’s what this program is all about.  I will personally work with you in a dynamic and lively group phone-coaching environment to set you on a course to achieving your life goals.
Let me share with you some of the life-changing discoveries you and I can be experiencing together over the next few months. Through my years of training, coaching, and mentoring people, I have developed this comprehensive, unique program.

Your Path to Success Club group coaching program combines personal mentoring and coaching, and telephone calls that supply you with whatever you need to complete and execute your plan for a joy filled and successful life.  Success club is now in it’s second year. And I am so proud of all of my first year members and happy that many are continuing into the second year.

In this success club program you’ll make these discoveries:
How to live successfully and joyfully no matter what is going on in your life
How to conquer limiting beliefs that block you from achieving your goals
How to cultivate thoughts that work for you and not against you
How to create a life of abundance and success
How to view time as a moldable gift
How to cultivate gratitude
How to work while inspired doing what you love
How to develop awareness to keep you on a path of success
How to Be the Inspiration
And so much more…
 
In the Success Club- you get two group coaching calls each month via conference call (the calls are typically on Tuesdays at 2pm pst.5pm est) If you cannot make the live call you get the mp3 download of the call. The next live call is Feb 8 at 2pm pst/5pm est.
 
You get unlimited email support from Coach Sheri.
 
You get Success Tips emailed to you.
 
 Plus you  will have access to a special page of valuable success downloads.
 
How much does this program cost?

It is $97 per month….but I have a special for you that expires in 48 hours:
 
You can get this 12 month program (you can opt out at any time) for $37 per month. (a 62% savings off regular price)  Click here to purchase
 
Or you can pay one low payment for an entire year of $197 (you save almost 83% -that is $967  off the regular price of this program.
Click here to purchase.
 
***I am only taking 20 new Success Club members at this price. If you click on the purchase link- it will only allow you to complete your purchase if you are one of the first 20 to sign up.

“As a man thinks in his heart, so is he”
–Proverbs 23:7

You hold the key to having your heart thinking right.
Whatever you think about and internalize in your heart, is what you become.
Whatever you believe in your core or your spirit is what you become.

So what are you becoming?
Do you need more info? 

Click Here for more info on this life changing program. (Remember to purchase from the link in this email. The web page still has the regular price)

I would love to work with you.
Remember that this special is only good for 48 hours- it expires on Jan 27
at midnight PST.

Coach Sheri Kaye Hoff
Be the Inspiration
 
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Empowering and Uplifting

This review from my colleague Maria Erving really put a smile on my face this morning. I launched the ebook Living Successfully and Joyfully Everyday: 90 Days of Inspiration in December of 2010.

“Sheri – I can only imagine how your clients must feel after have had sessions with you if they are anything like this uplifting and empowering book of yours; “Living Successfully and Joyfully Everyday: 90 Days of Inspiration”!

I’m a huge believer in writing things down, and so I especially loved the journaling exercises throughout the book, and I know they will help others get unstuck and clear.

This book will definitely help people to become more aware of thought patterns and beliefs, and by becoming conscious of them, also being able to change them for something much better.
I most certainly can tell you, that if you want to, you can by implementing the wisdom that Sheri shares in her book, change your life within 90 days to something pretty amazing!

I can really recommend this book to anyone – Thank you for sharing your awesomeness with the world, Sheri!”

Maria Erving, personal development teacher and published author,
http://www.mariaerving.com
“

To get this ebook Click Here

Warmest,

Sheri Kaye Hoff, MA, CGCL, Life Coach and Author www.lifeisjoyful.org

What a Whirlwind- Thank you for the #yourpath Success

I just wanted to say a huge thank you and give a shout out to all of the Your Path to Success Telesummit attendees and presenters. What a whirwind the past two weeks have been! Thank you for the support and positive emails. I know that lives were touched, and the event truly was a catalyst for change.  I could not do it without my fabulous group of guests: Marci Shimoff, Jeanna Gabelllini, Linda Hardenstein, Janet Nestor, Crystal Miller, Susan Liddy, Amethyst Wyldfyre, Amber Delwey, Stephanie Mojica, Michelle Casto, Michele Caron, and Susan Carstens.

The next summit is scheduled for April 4- April 15. And I am super excited about my guest line up…I will be getting more details to you in mid- February.

Warmest,

Sheri Kaye Hoff, MA, CGCL, Life Coach and Author.

P.S. Did you miss the telesummit? You can get the VIP upgrade package for only 48 more hours.

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The Angel Therapy Handbook New from Doreen Virtue

NEW from Doreen Virtue

THE ANGEL THERAPY HANDBOOK

http://promos.hayhouse.com/angeltherapy/

Each time I learned a new angelic healing method, I’d use it to help my clients. Although I’d once feared public ostracism for so openly speaking about angels, the reverse happened and my schedule became jam-packed with clients and speaking opportunities. My reading calendar got booked up nearly three years in advance! I realized that unless I took control of my schedule, my calendar would become progressively filled–indefinitely into the future.

So I went for a walk to the beach and prayed about the situation. I turned everything over to God and said, “I trust that You know the perfect solution to balancing my schedule.” I immediately got a vision, and the knowingness of what to do: I was to start teaching other people how to conduct angel readings and therapy.

My courses were originally called Certified Spiritual Counselor workshops, and then later I changed the name to Angel Therapy Practitioner® workshops. I also initiated a modified program called Angel Intuitive®, which I only teach in Australia.

So, this is a handbook covering the methods and messages that I teach in my courses. My prayer is that this book will be a resource to awaken you to your clear connection with the Divine and lead you upon the path of your life purpose.

With Love,

 Doreen Virtue

http://promos.hayhouse.com/angeltherapy/

Watch the Video of Doreen taking about Angel Therapy: http://promos.hayhouse.com/angeltherapy/ 

Doreen Virtue has presented her Angel Therapy Practitioner® course since 1996, helping thousands to learn the skills of spiritual healing and psychic readings in concert with the angels and archangels. Now, she has amassed the tools, secrets, and exercises that she teaches her students in a comprehensive handbook. 

In The Angel Therapy® Handbook, Doreen provides a thorough overview of the angelic realm and the methods of Angel Therapy, outlining how to communicate with Heaven for yourself and on behalf of others. In addition, she offers compassionate guidance and practical action steps for lightworkers who want to take up a spiritually based career.

Doreen says, “My life purpose isn’t to give angel readings and spiritual healings to clients. It’s to teach other people how to do these things for themselves and their clients. I always encourage my spiritual-counseling students to teach others–to create an ever-spreading ripple effect that increases the awareness we all have angels, that we all can communicate with them, and that we all have spiritual gifts we can use to help ourselves and the world.”

Whether you’re a professional healer, or just want to polish your natural spiritual gifts, this handbook is a vital reference tool that you can turn to again and again.

When you order today, you’ll receive free gifts from Doreen AND you’ll automatically be entered to win a trip to Toronto to see Doreen live! Go Now:
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Warmest,

Sheri Kaye Hoff, MA, CGCL Life Coach and Author

www.lifeisjoyful.org