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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 course. But w...

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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 communication. They inspire trust,...

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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 or quip I would tell the person ...

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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 let’s talk abo...

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Why I Stopped Treating Social Media Like an Online Diary Aug 21, 2023

It’s been over a year since I stopped treating social media like a digital diary. Here’s what has happened…

 

1. I’m more clear on my messaging and my focus.

 

This was a big struggle for me for years. I started my Instagram profile back in 2012 after I almost died from cystic fibrosis. It truly...

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RAYMA Team™ Voted Best Women-Owned Corporate Coaching Company 2023 - Midwest-USA by Acquisition International Aug 01, 2023

July 19th, 2023

United Kingdom, 2023 – Acquisition International Magazine has announced the winners of the eighth Influential Businesswoman Awards.

Yet again this year, we are here to recognize and shine a light upon women who are a driving force for innovation, change, and empowerment. From int

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3 TED Talks to Challenge Your Thinking May 22, 2023

The other day I was at the gym, searching for the right message to listen to that would challenge the lies and labels that were swirling around in my head. There was an unopened email in my inbox - from TED Talks - called, "The Likeability Dilemma for Women." It seemed like the perfect solution to g...

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Unique Gifts That Women Bring to Leadership with Nina Simons {Fearless Feminine Leadership Podcast episode 137) Apr 17, 2023

We were so completely enchanted to meet this month's podcast guest! Nina Simons is an Award-Winning Author and the Co-founder of Bioneers. Throughout her career spanning the nonprofit, social entrepreneurship, corporate, and philanthropic sectors, Nina has worked with nearly a thousand diverse women...

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The YES Leadership Principle of Sparking Joy Mar 27, 2023

Alright, Leaders... today's blogpost highlights an episode from the Fearless Feminine Leadership Podcast. We invite you to listen to this episode and join us in stepping into the shoes of a leader who says YES to what's possible!

This episode is a sneak peek into our RAYMA Foundations™ Leadership P...

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What They Don’t Tell You About Being a People-Pleaser Mar 17, 2023

 

I never saw myself as a People-Pleaser…

I had determination and strong opinions about how to do things. And I went after my dreams no matter what. But when I read the definition of a people-pleaser from WebMD, I saw it.

WeMD describes a people-pleaser this way:

“People-pleasers tend to do any...

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The Sneaky Reason You Struggle With Stress Mar 10, 2023

Dear Leader: If you’re struggling with managing your stress, THIS is for you.

An inability to manage stress is a sign that you are lacking in the leadership foundation of RESILIENCE. According to dictionary.com, one of the meanings of the word resilient is “recovering readily from illness, depressi...

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It Starts With a Choice… Jan 26, 2023

Watch this short video for a special message from Coach Mandy!


Check out the full schedule for Beautiful Wholeness and grab your tickets 🎟️ at www.BeautifulWholeness.com!


Video notes:

Chances are, you are hoping for a lot of things right now...

You might be hoping for your circumstances to ...

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