My mission is to change the way people feel about work, from just a paycheck to a fulfilling endeavor that is an extension of their purpose and passion.
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In this issue
“I learned from [my mother] that…you learn as much from
your failure as your success. You’ve got one chance in life.
This is it. It’s not a prelude.” Cecile Richards
What is it time for you to do?
I came across this month’s inspirational quote in an article
I read in the July issue of Vogue. In addition to inspiring me to
do the things I’ve always said I wanted to do, it made me think
about failures and setbacks and how I handle them. It reminded me
to learn from my disappointments as opposed to allowing them to stop
me in my tracks. We’re all going to have setbacks, it’s
part of life. The value of these experiences comes from what we learn
from them and how we learn to move forward past them. How do you handle
setbacks or failure? Do you become immobilized or are you able to
acknowledge what has occurred and then move on? Learn to become resilient
by putting these events in their proper perspective: is the setback
really THAT big of a deal? In terms of what you are trying to accomplish,
will this one incident really matter a few months, or even a few weeks,
from now? Think about how you can recover, re-group and move forward.
Turn your setback into a challenge to stay motivated and an opportunity
to learn and grow.
Choosing a career path that’s right for you is a process that
takes time. Here ’s a tip that can help you get started.
Create a support team
Any big change or transition can be stressful
and sometimes downright difficult. We are creatures of habit and
change can throw us off balance or make us feel uncomfortable in
other ways. In your quest to find a career path that works for you,
don’t go it alone - - get support. Hire a coach, find a mentor,
attend a class or join a group to help you through the ups and downs
along the journey. A partner can have a lasting positive influence
on your performance and overall mindset. Athletes, opera singers
and body builders know it helps to have a coach - - a partner who
gives you honest feedback and cheers you on as you move forward.
It can make the process smoother, quicker and ultimately more rewarding.
Who will accompany you on your journey to career success?
If you want to know how to find a more fulfilling career path, contact
me at hallie@halliecrawford.com. I can help you design a career that
is aligned with your purpose and passion, and guide and support you
as your transform your life!
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can, as long as you include this “blurb” with
it: Hallie Crawford, certified Career
Coach is changing the way people
feel about work-from just a paycheck to
a fulfilling endeavor that is an extension
of their purpose and passion. If you're
ready to have a career you love, learn
more about Hallie at http://www.HallieCrawford.com
Kate most recently worked at Starbucks in Seattle as a business
systems manager. 
She
recently relocated to Atlanta. I got to interview
her sitting on my front porch! It was her first
week in her new role as business owner.
I see
in her face she has found what she loves. It’s
like she has “come home” and is grounded in who she is.
Read on …
Through working with me as her coach, Kate’s determined that
her dream job is owning a cleaning franchise. She just started this
month and is already getting into being a business owner and entrepreneur.
Here’s her story:
How did you uncover your dream job?
I always knew I wanted to own a business
but never felt creative or innovative
enough to do so. I had the entrepreneurial
spirit, however, and I learned I had
everything it takes to run a business
from working at my corporate jobs. Going
through a visualization process with
Hallie helped me decide to pursue this
path. I discovered my “future self” -
- the person I want to be both inside
and outside of work. In doing so, I also
learned that I needed a career that would
fit this vision. I went in search of
a business franchise that would fit my
values, my purpose and my dream of owning
a business. I looked at opportunities
and found The Cleaning Authority.
www.thecleaningauthority.com
What steps have you taken to make this happen?
Oh man—the biggest thing I had to do was find financing to get
started. I got a small business loan. It takes time and persistence
to do that, but I made it happen. Other steps were managing mental
challenges - overcoming fears, doubts, insecurities, acknowledging
my negative voices and overcoming them to make my dream a reality.
What challenges have you encountered along the way, and how
have you handled them?
Handling my negative inner voices was huge
for me. Through coaching, what really sunk in for me was to think
about what’s true about these voices, what’s not, and
how they can propel me forward or hold me back. Now when I hear those
voices, I can ask myself why this is happening and what I need to
do to turn it into a problem to solve. Another obstacle was that housecleaning
is not an exciting or glamorous career. But for me, I look at it as
a local service to the community, a growth opportunity, and it’s
simple. Keeping it simple has made me a better person. Being connected
in the community is also important to me, it’s one of my values.
What has helped you most in this process?
Having the coaching appointments is like
going to the gym and having a trainer. I was held accountable and
responsible to look at myself, take care of myself and think about
my future. It also made me realize how important it is to continue
this kind of personal development and growth. As life changes, you
need to re-evaluate your goals and what you want from time to time.
Working with Hallie enabled me to do that.
How have you managed to deal with the naysayers and stay the course?
A lot of people asked why I wanted to clean
houses. They said “So many people are already doing it.” Or ”Why
not do it on your own?” I would tell them why I was doing
it and why I thought it was a good idea. When I told them, they’d
say they hadn’t thought about it that way. Now some of my
biggest naysaysers are my biggest supporters. I got through this
by focusing on what was going to work best for me. People could
sense my commitment to it, and my belief in it. They could hear
that, and it changed their minds. I stuck with what I believed.
What lessons have you learned? What surprises have you discovered?
This is my first week with employees (Big
grin). I found that I like my job! It shouldn’t be such a
huge discovery but it is! It will be stressful and there will be
hard times but it’s simple and it fits me and feels good.
I know I can handle the challenges.
How has this experience changed you?
I’ve changed so much through coaching and this process. I’m
more confident, and self-assured, it’s like I’m more myself.
I can be myself and not worry about others judging me. (Smile and
laughter.)
Any "words of wisdom" to share with others who
are taking steps to create their own paths?
Let it happen. Throw away the machismo,
the superiority complex, and just get to what you really want-whatever
it is. Who cares if it’s not glamorous, and if it is and that’s
what you want, then look at why you want it. If that’s one of
your values and it’s important to you, great. As long as you
understand your values, and do something that meets them you’ll
be happy. Do something that matters to you.
Want to know what your values are and how you can find a career in
alignment with them? Contact me http://www.HallieCrawford.com/contact.html
Where's Hallie?
I am excited to be able to offer a new program in person at Georgia
Tech. Their professional development courses are great and they have
a beautiful new facility. If you’re in Atlanta, come join us
in October!
"Finding the Perfect Career that FITS"
Tech2Nite: Georgia Tech Professional Education
Program
October 4 - November 15, 2006
Register here
F*r*e*e Teleclass – Love Your Job!
Finding a Career That FITS
Wednesday, August 16, 12 noon-12:55 ET. To
register click
here. Click
here to send this to a friend!
*The next FITS teleclass will not be held until October.
Imagine what it would be like to have a career that fits you like
a glove and that you truly enjoy. In this
teleclass, you will:
- learn about the four major components of a satisfying career
- identify and learn to overcome obstacles that may be getting in
the way of you finding a satisfying
career
- get bonus tips to successfully make a career transition
This class is for anyone looking for career direction or wanting
greater fulfillment in their work, and
who need help figuring out how to make that
happen! You don't have to settle for less.
You can have a career you are passionate
about.
Unable to attend? Click here to purchase the recording of this informative class for only $12.99.
Or give it as a gift to someone you know who's struggling
with their career direction. Click
here to purchase the downloadable audio recording for a friend.
Career Seekers Teleclass
Learn what career path is right for you and how you can successfully
make it happen. In this 12 session teleclass, you will learn all of
this plus tools and techniques to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence,
and remain focused and motivated. Go to Career Seekers Teleclass http://www.halliecrawford.com/teleclasses.html or contact me for more information http://www.halliecrawford.com/contact.html
What others have said… “Positive things do happen!”…“Hallie
understood my unique situation and helped me get what I needed out
of the class”… “I uncovered mental patterns that
hold me back and got the tools to overcome them”… “I
was able to take the steps to create the life I wanted”… “I'm
getting paying work, I'm feeling a sense of accomplishment, and I'm
enjoying it!”… “The benefits last beyond the time
you are in the class”... “I feel energized after our classes
and focused”... … “The coaching class has been an
amazing experience and re-awakening for
me ”
Bonus Coupons: (1) Mention you learned about
this program in my ezine to receive 50%
off the total price of the group. (This
is a $400 value!) Your price would only
be $100 a month for 4 months. (2) Bring
a friend and receive an extra $50 off your
first month!
You can’t pass this up ;) Contact
me for more info. Send this
to a friend.
Consider the Career Seekers Teleclass for a young adult you know.
It’s perfect for recent college grads who are unsure what career
path to take.
Packages and Services
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Hallie Crawford
Authentically Speaking
Close the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Create your own path.
www.HallieCrawford.com – 404.228.6434 – hallie@halliecrawford.com
Hallie's clients are more fulfilled, confident, focused and clear about who they are and where they want to go. They are accomplishing their goals, living their dreams and creating their own path.
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