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Written by: Victoria Cook

7 Tips for Creating a Professional Image that Works for You - Click To Read Article
We are taught not to judge a book by its cover. However, that does not mean first impressions are not important. It is very crucial to make your first impression on other people to be a good representation of yourself!

5 keys to creating a more positive attitude - Click To Read Article
Attitude is everything. Create a positive attitude for yourself and start accomplishing more!

Victoria's 3 Secrets to a Guilt-Free Goals Revolution - Click To Read Article
Every year starts out the same way. It's that “fresh start feeling” that generates the desire to set some New Year's resolutions or goals. Did you set any? Did you spend January beating yourself up because they were the same resolutions / goals that were set last year or the year before, or the year before that?

What's Really Important to You? - Click To Read Article
It's never easy to lose someone, but when they are so young, vibrant, and seem to have so much ahead of them it feels especially hard. She was very close to my age, so it really hit home. I've spent some time reflecting on just how precious my time on this earth really is and the importance of savoring all I have right now. I happened to recently hear the song 100 Years by Five for Fighting on the radio and it echoed this sentiment.

Where are you Headed? - Click To Read Article
All too often when talking with business owners who are unhappy with their results, I find they haven't set many goals much less created a specific plan on how to reach them.

Three Strategies to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed - Click To Read Article
It starts out slowly; a missed deadline here, an unexpected project there, and then a growing pile of items needing attention. Before you know it, time and your schedule have gotten away from you.Not only does this affect your productivity, but it also begins to erode away at your mindset and confidence. Self doubt and negative thoughts begin creeping in. This only compounds the problem, increases the feeling of overwhelm, and leaves you stuck with NOTHING getting done. What's a girl to do?

3 Key Qualities in the Right Accountability Partner - Click To Read Article
If you've read a few of my articles you already know I'm a firm believer in having an accountability partner when working on a goal whether or not the goal is a personal or professional one. While preparing for a personal goal of my own, it was my four-year old son who provided me with a great example of the 3 key qualities needed to have the right accountability partner.

The 5 R's to Clutter Control - Click To Read Article
When working with my clients, the topic of clutter is often a hot one, whether the clutter is in mental or physical form. Today I'd like to share with you the insights I gained as it relates to physical clutter.

Start Your Own Guilt-Free Revolution - Click To Read Article
Did you set any New Year's resolutions? Did you spend January beating yourself up because they were the same resolutions / goals that were set last year or the year before, or the year before that? If you’ve broken your New Year’s resolution already, or forgotten about the goals you set, you’re not alone! Learn how to throw out the resolutions and forget about pie in the sky and start a Guilt-Free Goals Revolution.

5 Keys to GUILT-FREE Success - Click To Read Article
Guilt-Free Success can be accomplished with these 5 simple keys.

Is Your Vision 20/20? - Click To Read Article
Just as important as visual sight is for your life, a vision for your self and business is just as critical to achieving your goals. Here are 4 easy steps towards creating a powerful vision for your business.

Are you changing for good? - Click To Read Article
This article details the six stages to changing your life as outlined by the authors of "Changing For Good: A Revolutionary Six-Stage Program for Overcoming Bad Habits and Moving Your Life Positively Forward." These stages will help you overcome obstacles, tackle bad habits, and create new good habits.

Attitude-- Pick a good one - Click To Read Article
As the saying goes, “Attitudes are contagious. Is yours worth catching?” Here are 5 keys to creating a more positive attitude.

8 Tips for Making a GREAT First Impression - Click To Read Article
Whether we like it or not, the reality is that people make a make a snap judgment about you in the first 30 seconds they meet you. Here are 8 simple tips to use and ensure your professional image works for you and not against you.

Top 5 Reasons Attending Live Events is Essential for Continued Personal & Professional Growth - Click To Read Article
I recently attended an intense 4-day workshop in California. Oh sure, you hear California and think it was all fun and games. Well, I did have some fun, but I learned a great deal and left with renewed confidence to take my business to the next BIG level! I’d like to share with you the top 5 reasons I believe attending live events is essential for your personal and professional growth.

Structures to help you remember - Click To Read Article
In order to MAKE the change, you need to REMEMBER to do it. Good intentions aren’t enough. Life is busy! I get that. So, how do you remember to keep the key actions, habits, and changes for success in the forefront?

7 Secrets to Conquering Obstacles - Click To Read Article
Inevitably, the journey towards your vision is bound to have a few curves, dips, and obstacles along the way. A challenge or roadblock doesn't have to keep YOU down for the count when you follow these 7 Secrets to Conquering Obstacles!

Holiday Craziness Leave No Time for Thankfulness? - Click To Read Article
We are quickly headed towards the hustle and bustle of “The Holiday Season”. With the holiday right around the corner and the to-do list mounting… how will YOU find time to be THANKFUL?

How Magnetic Are Your Goals? - Click To Read Article
Having a strong vision for your personal and business life is crucial in attaining your goals. But before setting that vision, I’m here to challenge you to first identify your values and then set goals in alignment with those values AND your vision. Goals that honor our values get results!

10 Tips to Reduce Stress & Guilt - Click To Read Article
Stress and guilt seem to go hand-in-hand, especially for working parents. Here are 10 Tips that can greatly reduce feelings of stress and guilt creating greater life harmony

5 Tips to Reduce Stress & Guilt - Click To Read Article
Stress and guilt seem to go hand-in-hand. As a working parent, there seems to be plenty of both to go around! Learn to reduce them both using these 5 simple tips.

10 Steps to Mapping Out Your Plan - Click To Read Article
Once you have a vision and values-based S.M.A.R.T goals, it’s time to put a plan together for achieving them. Here are 10 easy steps for completing your plan:

How Balanced is YOUR Life? - Click To Read Article
Contrary to popular belief, balance is not an end point destination or a “thing” to be acquired. It is dynamic and always changing. Balance is more of a process not a place. A balanced life will look very different from one person to the next. The challenge is that most people have not given much thought to what a balanced life truly means to them.

Yes, No & The Choices We Make - Click To Read Article
How do we go about making changes and gain better balance in life? It starts by looking at the choices being made. You are either moving away from or towards balance and harmony based on your daily choices.

Can You Take a Baby Step? - Click To Read Article
It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the big picture or larger goal. Even breaking goals down into milestones and individual tasks can leave you feeling stuck. When you begin to feel that way, just think about taking baby steps.

Does YOUR Elevator Take People Up? - Click To Read Article
Who doesn't enjoy receiving kudos for a job well done, or good effort put forth, but how often do we think to dole them out to others. It's easy to get caught up in the flurry of work and home activities, and checking off the to-do list; taking dear family and friends a bit for granted.

Reclaiming Energy - Click To Read Article
Like fuel in a car, energy is the catalyst needed to keep us in the driver’s seat of our life. Everything we do in life either give us energy or drains our energy. How can we ensure we have the energy needed to get done the things most important to us? Here are 5 quick tips.

Refill and Have Fun - Click To Read Article
It is a little known fact that fun is one of the secrets to sustainable success! The ability to have fun in every situation enables you to be more successful and more relaxed whether it is at home or at work. Oh sure, I can hear what you’re thinking. It’s the same words that come out of the mouths of my clients. Things like, “I couldn’t have fun at work, it would be unprofessional”, or “If I’m having fun I’m not being the best _____ (fill in the blank: spouse / executive / business owner / mother) I should be and I feel guilty about that”, and my favorite “I’m so busy, I don’t have TIME for fun”. Well, here are three reasons why I believe you must make time for fun and why it’s NOT a luxury item:

To-Don't List - Click To Read Article
Somehow in our culture, “being busy” has been elevated to a status symbol. However, busy does not equal productive! It’s easy to be unceasingly busy with the never ending to-do list. As one thing is checked off, three more are added on. But too often clients complain they just aren’t getting what they want accomplished or they aren’t hitting their goals. They are “busy” going nowhere.

Where are YOU a Slumdog? - Click To Read Article
Reflecting on the Oscar-winning film "Slumdog Millionaire," this article outlines five steps to conquering obstacles.

Having Inner Strength - Click To Read Article
Sometimes we hear things rattling around in our own minds or coming from our own lips that aren’t true. Have you ever made an off the cuff disparaging remark about yourself in front of someone and have them counter what you just said? This article helps you change your inner dialogue and beliefs about yourself into positive messages that will help you succeed instead of negative messages that will hold you back.





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