Hi friends,
I’m getting closer and closer to self-publishing my first book and I’d LOVE your insight on a couple questions. Thanks in advance for your help.
Live Inspired,
Who Inspires U?
June 15, 2010 By 7 Comments
I saw an ad on Facebook about a week ago for the WhoInspiresU.ca video essay contest, sponsored by TRI CYCLEN LO. I watched a few of the other entries on YouTube.com and pondered what my video entry could look like.
After lots of dreaming about it - I took a leap of faith! As my husband would remind me – I do many things at the last minute – this video would be added to that list. The deadline is tonight and the chance to compete for Round 1 is past. However, I have my fingers and toes crossed that my video will be selected as one of the Top 20. That way – you can vote on me in Round 2!
I recorded everything with my laptop and the web cam that it was built with. I’ve learned so much the last 4 days creating this video - that no matter the outcome – I stepped outside of my comfort zone and self taught myself to make a video. The rules were that I had to create on my own, so despite my love to delegate and utilize my networks skill set - I was on my own!
Thanks to you – my friends and followers – I had the courage to submit an entry into the contest.
Live Inspired,
In 5 Years?
June 9, 2010 By 4 Comments
“If you keep doing what you’re doing, where will you be in 5 years?” – unknown
I first heard this quote at an Arbonne event about 4 years ago! It has stuck with me ever since.
I often reflect on what I’m doing in my daily life to move towards my goals and dreams. My vision of my life in 5 years is OH so amazing. Do you know what I have panned?? I shared it my Tag You’re It post about my 5 things!
What are YOU going to be doing in 5 years?
This inspirational video is fantastic!
Attract what you want friends!
Live Inspired,
Almost…
March 8, 2010 By 4 Comments
done! In 6 days – a conference I’ve been coordinating for just over 3 months, will be complete. WOOHOO! Did you hear me scream?? If not – I’ll yell it again – YAHOOO!
This journey has been interesting! Last week, I made my Facebook status read:
“Having an unbelievably productive 1st day of March! Excited for a conference I’ve been planning in the nooks & crannies of my day (for 3 months) to happen (& be done!!) in 12 short days. No more “side” contracts for me for awhile ;)”
In November 2009 – I saw a posting for an Events Coordinator contract – to work with a committee to put on their annual Conference. I didn’t “need” anything else to do, however I love Event Planning/Coordinating - so I saw this contract – as a fix for my passion.
I bit off WAY more than I ever imagined! My experience with the Calgary Stampede and personal endeavors, has taught me that every committee has different expectations and needs. I underestimated the amount of time this contract would require. SO – life has been a bit out of balance – specifically the past 2 months – but I’ve embraced the challenge and personally grown more than words can describe.
I created a website for the committee - if you want a sneak peek at the ECE Conference (www.ececonference.ca), I’m helping coordinate.
Aside from this “side” event coordinating contract – that was supposed to be a few hours a week. I finished the full time management contract I was doing – that I talked about in the post “New Contract” AND started another fantastic contract at the Lethbridge College, that goes until June 30th.
Luckily – my schedule in the evenings and weekends can be flexible – since John is gone lots and we don’t have kids, that I need to spend time with.
Two months ago, I made my Facebook status read:
“excited for the new week – so many amazing things to work on! Keeping my feet moving – I don’t want to be doing the same thing 5 years from now ;) Creating options and multiple streams of income with my hubby.”
I had so many people ask about this status update and want to know what it “meant”. Simply, it relates to our (Team Beazley’s) quest to constantly be investing our time, energy, and money into various opportunities – instead of putting all of our eggs into one basket. After this conference ends, on Saturday, March 13 – I’m going to be sitting down, taking a hard look at what adventures I commit to, and reprioritizing my life!
Last Thursday afternoon, I had a meeting with my main contact for the Conference – she brought me a gift:
These napkins absolutely made my day. You can bet that I’ll be enjoying a few of these after the Conference is done!
Have a phenomenal week – I know I will ;)
“Refreshed & focused! SO pumped to attack this week. I can already visualize next Sunday, after helping a committee put on a fabulously successful conference.“
Live Inspired,
Robyn
First 4 hours
March 2, 2010 By 5 Comments
I’m often asked how I find time for everything in my wild life! Well – I believe this morning is a perfect example of the multi-tasking that goes on and how much fun I truly have living life.
The first 4 hours of this morning (Tuesday, March 2) in my world!
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Woke up before my alarm at 6:17am
Remembering my last dream about the ECE Conference (I’ll have to tell you about this lovely “side” contract I took on).
- A bunch of things I need to do for the event – start flying through my mind.
Opened my eyes
- Starting writing “to do” list on a note pad beside my bed
- Made notes for my MC speeches for the conference, while still lying in bed
- Open Facebook from my cell phone for my morning inspiration
- I’m addicted to reading your Status Updates
- (What did we do before Facebook??)
- I’m addicted to reading your Status Updates
Leaped from bed and got ready
- Loving the new hair
- So easy to do
- Looks completely crazy today! (I’ll share more about the “chop” soon!)
- So easy to do
Got a make shift lunch together with leftovers (I “don’t prefer” making lunches – definitely a huge pet peeve)
- Banana (Bread) Pudding – that could be lunch right?
- Vegetables from Canada vs USA Gold Game party
- Leftover sour cream, cheese, and bacon bits in bowls in the fridge
- Grab potato to microwave for lunch (Healthy & nutritious- not really, but I didn’t feel like a shake today!)
- Meat…mmm…not happening for this meal – as nothing is “convenient!
Notice leftover coffee sitting in pot
- Nuke (microwave) for 1 min
- Add milk & sugar to the go mug
Grab my Arbonne bag of makeup
- For my 1 on 1 consultation today
Walk into our garage
- Admire my sparkling clean car
- Spent 3 hours Sunday working on with John
- Hand waxing the outside to vacuuming the inside!
- Spent 3 hours Sunday working on with John
Turn on my car CD player to a Learn & Burn Arbonne track
- Completed pumped up after listening to fellow Arbonne consultant train for 20 minute drive
Get to my office
- Turn on my iPod to my “Amazing” play list
Power Hour
- Plow through 1staction step of my day at the Lethbridge College for my current contract
- (I started a new one – will share more soon!)
Got brain wave – take 5 minute sidetrack
- Type 17 points that immediately came to mind to brainstorm idea
Another power hour
- Attack action step #2
Take break for 10 minutes
- Restroom
- Quick visit to Facebook
- See this cool picture (Shamrock Cowboy Boot)
- Quickly drum up this Copper West blog post
- Lucky! (http://copperwest.ca/2010/03/lucky/)
- Quickly drum up this Copper West blog post
- See this cool picture (Shamrock Cowboy Boot)
Finish action step #2
- 30 mins into 3rd Power Hour – phone call interrupts momentum
- Start action step #3
- Flying through list today!
- Start action step #3
Decide to throw this blog post together
- For sheer entertainment
- Probably for myself more than anything
- I can look back & laugh at how crazy I am later!
- Probably for myself more than anything
Back to reality!! Lots more to attack today – the day is young ;)
Here’s to a productive, amazingly fun day.
Live Inspired,
Robyn
First YouTube Video
October 15, 2009 By 3 Comments
Thanks to my fabulous friend Laura for recording part of my presentation at my inaugural motivational speaking engagement. It’s amazing what you can capture from a digital camera! Thank you Raven for creating this sneak peek to share with you – my wonderful friends. I really appreciate your support and hope you enjoy…
Launched!
September 29, 2009 By 11 Comments
I had an extremely successful first speaking engagement! I was honored to motivate 27 women for just over an hour on Saturday. It took place in a small town in Alberta – where my wonderful friend Deanne coordinates and organized the 10th Annual Breton Women’s Conference. It was the perfect place to start my speaking career – intimate and connecting with women of similar country roots.
I really enjoyed getting to talk to some of the guests following my presentation – to give them a hug and hear their appreciation and inspirational moments.
I was blessed to have my Mom and gorgeous friend Justine travel up with me to witness my first speaking engagement. My fabulous friend Laura also drove a couple hours to come watch – thanks for recording. My awesome friend Deanne, the organizer, had me shedding tears of happiness before I even started. Thank you ladies for your priceless support.
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Thanks to all of my phenomenal followers – crossing this goal and starting this new exciting chapter of my life was only possible because of your words of encouragement and belief. I look forward to helping you reach your goals – whenever I can help, refer, and pray – please let me know.
I’d love for you to check out my new Resources page for suggested personal growth material! Have an amazing day.
Live Inspired,
Robyn
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