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09/10/2017 by Lisa McDonald Leave a Comment

Announcement: What’s News …

Announcement: What's News

Today I’m excited to share some news about a recent development in my business …

What’s News?

The news – I now have a new Facebook page setup for my Coach Lisa McDonald brand.

That’s one of the places where I’ll be sharing a variety of tips, information and resources to help inspire, empower and educate people. They’ll be another resource for you to get unstuck, take action and achieve more of your goals.

Here’s the link: https://www.facebook.com/CoachLisaMcD/

I’d really appreciate it if you’d visit and “Like” my new page and to share your valuable comments with my FB community.

So come and check it out, and say “hi”. I’d love to connect with you there.

With warm regards

Lisa

04/10/2017 by Lisa McDonald

From Stuck To Possible – Doris’ Breakthrough

Recently I watched the film “Hello My Name Is Doris”, an American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Michael Showalter from a screenplay by Showalter and Laura Terruso. It’s all about Doris who had been stuck in a rut for a long time.

Doris Was Stuck In Her Life

Doris was stuck in her life. She’d lived with her mother all her life, caring for her in her old age, and worked in the same job for 20 years. She’s a hoarder, hanging onto everything from the past which holds any sentimentally or even the slightest amount of usefulness, including one ski and a bunch of old shampoo bottles …. Doris also collects items discarded by others. She can’t let go of anything.

Doris is not alone, there are loads of people [Read more…]

27/09/2017 by Lisa McDonald

Every Drop In The Ocean Counts

“We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But if that drop were not there, I think the ocean would be less by that missing drop. — Mother Teresa”

Today’s quote come from well known Catholic nun Mother Theresa. A controversial figure during her life and after her death, Teresa was admired by many for her charitable work. After years of working with the poorest of the poor, she was cannonised (recognised as a saint) by the Catholic Church.

Every Drop In The Ocean Counts

Mother Teresa’s quote is a great reminder to stop and appreciate what we bring to the table. Each of us has an opportunity to makes a difference in the world in our own [Read more…]

18/09/2017 by Lisa McDonald Leave a Comment

Sometimes It’s The Smallest Things That Keep You Stuck

Recently I was travelling with a friend. I boarded a train ahead of her with my son Charlie in his pram in one hand, day pack on my back and my suitcase in the other. My friend boarded behind me on the crowded train. The door alarm beeped loudly and closed, and she was stuck and struggling to move forward. Then it kept beeping loudly and insistently because it was still ajar.

The Real Problem That Kept Her Stuck

Initially it seemed her backpack was caught in the door, so she was pulling forward to release it. However, when [Read more…]

11/09/2017 by Lisa McDonald Leave a Comment

Circumstances May Cause Interruptions And Delays But …

“Circumstances may cause interruptions and delays, but never lose sight of your goal. Prepare yourself in every way you can by increasing your knowledge and adding to your experience, so that you can make the most of opportunity when it occurs.”
— Mario Andretti

Today’s wise words come from Mario Andretti (born 28 February 1940) is an Italian-born American former racing driver, one of the most successful Americans in the history of the sport.

Mario Andretti’s name in American popular culture has become synonymous with speed. The following are some other interesting facts about Carlo Andretti:

He is one of only two drivers to have won races in Formula One, IndyCar, World Sportscar Championshipand NASCAR
He also won races in midget cars, and sprint cars.
He was the only person to be named United States Driver of the Year in three decades (1967, 1978, and 1984)
He was also one of only three drivers to have won major races on road courses, paved ovals, and dirt tracks in one season, a feat that he accomplished four times
He became the first driver to have won IndyCar races in four different decades

From the above points you can see that Mario Andretti has been very successful in his chosen field of racing. If you look closely, you will also see that he has had the flexibility to adapt himself to a range of vehicles, courses and surfaces. This is an essential quality for those serious about achieving their goals.

Mario Andretti’s quote is a good reminder that the path to achieving a goal is often not straight forward. Therefore you need to keep focused on your goal, and take action to get prepared so that you can take advantage of opportunities when they arise.

What action step will you take today to ensure you are prepared enough to seize opportunities in line with your goals which present themselves?

With warm regards
Lisa

What’s News?

Doris Was Stuck In Her Life

“We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But if that drop were not there, I think the ocean would be less by that missing drop. — Mother Teresa”

Every Drop In The Ocean Counts

The Real Problem That Kept Her Stuck

“Circumstances may cause interruptions and delays, but never lose sight of your goal. Prepare yourself in every way you can by increasing your knowledge and adding to your experience, so that you can make the most of opportunity when it occurs.” — Mario Andretti

“Circumstances may cause interruptions and delays, but never lose sight of your goal. Prepare yourself in every way you can by increasing your knowledge and adding to your experience, so that you can make the most of opportunity when it occurs.”
— Mario Andretti