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5 Reasons to Become a RAYMA Foundations™ Certified Coach Jan 09, 2024

Have you ever dreamed of using your experience to help others succeed? A decade ago, we did. And now we are teaching YOU how to do the same!

Since 2014 we've coached thousands of people to step into a different legacy of leadership. We're on a mission to revolutionize how leadership development...

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ND Today: Setting Goals for 2024 Jan 04, 2024

Ready to reach your goals this year? Coach Raychel has some insight on what you need to know to make sure those goals actually happen. Watch the video above to discover our top tips for setting goals for 2024. (Special thanks to KFYR-TV for the replay of this video - visit ...

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The World Needs You to Speak Up Nov 21, 2023

Whether you are speaking in a board meeting, leading a meeting with your team, or speaking from a stage: The world needs you to speak up!

Many leaders, and really humans in general, are deathly afraid of speaking in public. No matter the size of the audience! However, the truth is this: In order...

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Unpopular Opinion: You Can’t Actually Avoid Burnout. Nov 20, 2023

Leaders that want to stay motivated need to learn how to deal with burnout when it comes. Instead of ignoring a looming crisis, learn to accept that stress is often a normal part of life. Take steps to safeguard your emotional, mental, and physical health.

Your choice to honor burnout when it...

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I used to be afraid of networking events... Nov 16, 2023

My first experience with networking was when I was a wedding planner at a hotel. And you guys - I was so scared of networking with business professionals! I know, shocker, right?

I think I felt like I didn’t belong in the room because I was just an event planner and not a super smart...

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Is the money worth selling out your values? Nov 13, 2023

We all bring some sort of value to the table, no matter where we are or what title we have. But, when you don’t know that you have value to offer, you don’t use it intentionally or authentically.

And if you’re not sure what your values are, you’ll be easily swayed by shiny...

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Dear Leader: Your Calling Isn’t What You Think It Is… Nov 07, 2023

Your calling isn't some super spiritual thing that always fits into your passions or purpose. Whatever you find for your hands to do is your calling. Sometimes your job or profession is for a season. It could be for a lifetime. Maybe it lines up with your passion and purpose. Often it doesn't.

We...

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Breath of Life Gala Keynote by Mandy B. Anderson Oct 09, 2023

When you want a dynamic speaker with a powerful story that compels your audience to take action, Mandy B. Anderson is your gal!

Mandy's Dangerous Hope Keynote weaves together a message of hope and overcoming adversity that speaks to your heart in a meaningful way. It paints a picture of...

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Connections are Worth the Risk Oct 06, 2023

Extraordinary means something that is out of the ordinary. An extraordinary leader is one who does something others typically don’t. Extraordinary leaders purposefully look for ways to expand their connections because they know deep connections are what make life interesting. Risky? Of...

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3 Characteristics of Authentic Leaders Sep 22, 2023

In a world where leaders are often seen as distant figures, disconnected from the realities of their followers and team members, people crave authentic leadership.  AUTHENTIC leaders are people who are true to themselves, genuine towards others, and honest in their...

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If I Could Tell You One Thing it Would be This... Sep 01, 2023

Dear Leader,

I have a note on my phone called “If I could tell my Reader one thing… what would it be? It’s where I’m keeping notes for my next book. It’s a note that often sits untouched on my phone for months. But every so often I open it up and add to it a thought...

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ND Today: 3 Signs of Insecurity Aug 31, 2023

There’s a difference between your insecurities leading you and you leading authentically. Once you grasp the art of leading with authenticity, your potential as a leader within your sphere of influence will soar.You cannot lead others if you don’t know how to lead yourself first.

So...

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