The Prosperous Coach: Increase Income and Impact for You and Your Clients by Steve Chandler and Rich Litvin

Each person holds so much power within themselves that needs to be let out. Sometimes they just need a little nudge, a little direction, a little support, a little coaching, and the greatest things can happen. Pete Carroll

Are you a coach or interested in starting a coaching practice? If so, this is a fantastic place to start. What I really enjoyed about this book is clutter free and a no bullshit guide to coaching. The authors describe it as a book for those already earning 6 figures and up from their coaching business or those just starting out. As a coach myself I found it tremendously insightful and would listening to again. And no matter your experience as a coach there is always something new to learn.

I listened to this as an Audio book and that was narrated by the authors themselves, which I like as I think it helps keep the messages true. Each chapter is brief and to the point, almost like a dot form presentation – no extra fluff needed. (more…)

This is a great way to approach life and all that you want to achieve. The idea is really to start taking action and stop waiting for the perfect time. For many of us this is how we go about living life. It’s neither wrong or right but if you truly want to accomplish those goals and desires you have then the ready, fire, aim approach may be a better way to go.

To often do we dream and create desires and then our almost natural way of proceeding is to ready ourselves, aim at what we want by planning, setting ourselves up but then never actually get to taking true action.

There are a number of obstacles stopping us in this approach. Firstly, when we get to the “aiming” stage we tend to procrastinate. We hesitate for a number of reasons. This may include our limiting beliefs, a belief that what we want to accomplish is not within our ability or another reason is that we are just waiting for a perfect moment.

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Summary

For 14 years, Ed was a successful national account executive, selling over $500 million in products and services to corporations and entrepreneurs throughout the United States. He also co-created two business units that produced more than $1.25 billion in revenue.

Along with making a name for himself in the sales world, Ed became popular in the speaking arena. In 2000, Ed won the coveted Toastmasters International World Championship of Public Speaking, finishing ahead of 175,000 members from 70 countries.

Today, Ed inspires groups at large corporate events, small- and mid-sized workshops, and online training sessions. He speaks and trains in these areas: motivation, leadership, management, change, and sales.

We discuss a great deal in this episode, well worth listening in. Enjoy! Peace, passion and purpose. (more…)

“The moment that you feel, just possibly, you are walking down the street naked, exposing too much of your heart and your mind, and what exists on the inside, showing too much of yourself…That is the moment, you might be starting to get it right.” Neil Gaiman

Today I share with you a thought that came to me while I was sitting naked in an Onsen (Japanese Hot Spring). The thought is about why and how exposing your most inner self and being as authentic as you possible can be will allow you to live life more fully.

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Summary

Rossco Paddison has lead a pretty successful life. Having made millions at a very young age he thought he had it all until one afternoon rather than driving into his garage he reversed back out in tears. “Is this what life’s all about”, he thought to himself. Not long after that he lost it all and found himself with some serious money problems.

Thankful he has overcome them and learnt some great lessons in the process. He now has a couple of very successful companies that keep him busy and passionate.

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The Buddha in Me, The Buddha in You: A Handbook for Happiness by David Hare

This book is another great book with insights into how to live with greater happiness. It shares the teachings and wisdom of Nichiren Buddhism coupled with a coach’s insight and philosophy on personal development. If you are looking to connect with your authentic truth, looking for greater purpose and meaning in life with techniques to assist you in unlocking your potential to live a full, rich and happy life – this book is well worth the read.

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“And once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won’t even be sure, whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person who walked in. That’s what this storm’s all about.” Haruki Marukami

Not matter who you are or what you attempt to do in life we will all face challenges along the way. It is within the challenges that our greatest growth is achieved. When you are fronted with challenge persist and persevere. There is a way forward, there is a solution and when you discover that beliefs grow, lessons are learnt and transformation occurs.

 Ryan Holliday has a great book called The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph which talks in detail on this thought. You can read my review here.

If its not truly something you desire in life, if persisting isn’t absolutely important to you then perhaps in energy in facing the challenge is not necessary. Only you can decide on this at that point.

I also believe that those who pursue their dreams have more desirable challenges that those that don’t. If you are pursuing success or just trying to live a peaceful existence challenge is inevitable. If you challenge life, life will be less inclined to challenge you – on that note choose your challenges, don’t be challenged.

Enjoy my thought. Peace, passion and purpose.

Summary

At the age of 14, don Miguel Ruiz Jr. apprenticed to his father don Miguel Sr. and his grandmother, Madre Sarita. From that early age, he was called upon to translate Madre Sarita’s prayers, lectures and workshops from Spanish into English. Through interpreting for Madre Sarita, don Miguel Jr. came to understand the power of faith.

Don Miguel Jr.’s apprenticeship lasted 10 years. When he reached his mid-20’s, his father intensified his training. At the apex of this powerful journey don Miguel said to his eldest son, “Find your way out. Go home and master Death by becoming alive.”

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Hey Gang, in todays episode I talk about and reflect on why living with fulfilment and freedom are the key to raising our level of happiness in life. No matter your success or achievements if you are not free and fulfilled you will be no more happier in life.

I have written a post on this topic exactly that you can view here – Why A Life of Fulfilment & Freedom Will Raise Our Happiness. I thought I would share this in podcast form for those of you who may not have time to read my posts or perhaps would rather hear me talk on this topic directly. It is a topic that I am very passionate about.

I believe if our basic needs are meet these two things should be the reason for much of our actions in life. The never ending drive for more freedom and finding ways to nourish our soul and the pursuit of fulfilment on a deeper level.

Please leave your thoughts below and until next time, peace, passion and purpose.

Summary

“Be you because everyone else is already taken.” Oscar Wilde

Susanna Halonen is the one and only Happyologist. Her mission is to teach others to find happiness from within so they can succeed in their career, relationships and life. She is an accredited life coach, a positive psychology practitioner and a published researcher. She is also the author of columnist for Huffington Post and has held keynote talks at numerous conferences including three TEDx events.

Having mastered the science of happiness both literally and personally. She left an unhappy corporate life to complete a Masters of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and to become a qualified life coach. She quit pessimistic thinking and trained herself to become an optimist. Along the way, coining the title ‘Happyologist’.

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