by Ann Evanston | Jul 1, 2017 | Relationship, Self-worth
I believe every woman needs a safe place to be themselves. I know we can often make the assumption that that is at home, but at home we have to step into our strength and power to keep it running affectively. Getting the opportunity to “let our hair down,” or be vulnerable, or just do nothing, can be difficult in our home where we have so much responsibility. Hell, some days I feel guilty sitting down for too long!
I also believe that every woman needs a place to be witnessed. To share who she is in that moment. To share secrets, worries, frustrations. To ask for what she needs. Do do so without guilt or shame.
Oh, that last one is so hard.
[Tweet “It feels so good to just be in a place where you are accepted. Exactly for who you are, and where you’re at.”]
I lead events like this for women. I love being able to hold the space, the container if you will, for women to re-energize and flourish because they have the safe space. And I recently found it for me. Yes, I love leading them, it is different.
It feels so good to just be in a place where you are accepted. Exactly for who you are, and where you’re at.
My Women’s Self-Love Evolution retreat is just that space.
by Ann Evanston | Jun 28, 2017 | Business Strategy, Relationship
In May I wrote a blog about shifting how we think about networking. In order to become more influential in our careers, we have to start thinking about broader more shallow networks instead of deeper, and much smaller networks.
I’d like to you to think about your deeper smaller networks as your referral base. These are people that you get to know much more deeply, spend a considerable amount of time with, and there are probably people that you will joint venture with and partner with in order to get results.
The challenge then becomes for women, because we so naturally build deeper relationships, is how to build the broader network that actually feels valuable.
First of all, let me say that it honestly takes way less time! Your referral network takes considerable time! Conversations on the phone, meeting for coffee, really getting to know each other’s work and how you can support each other…. those things are time consuming!
In building your broader network, the key is to think about the “emotional bank account” theory. You want to do simple quick things every so often that shows that you are in touch, know something about the person, and can be helpful without asking for what you need. By doing this you create karma, and reciprocity.
[Tweet “What comes around will always go around, even with your network!”]
The best influencers in your industry do this.
What comes around will always go around. What are simple things you do to build emotional bank accounts with people?
by Ann Evanston | Jun 27, 2017 | Mental Mind Shifts
Ah the Jury duty summons.
I remember turning 18 and being so excited about two things that I now had the honor of doing: voting, and serving on a jury! Do you remember that feeling? The enthusiasm and excitement to be a part of your country? To be able to influence and sway decisions in how we live and move in the world?
Fast forward 30 years and the jury summons arrives. Ugh, really? What a disruption in my life! Amazing how the mindset has shifted over time.
This year I shifted again. I realized that if I was accused I would want a jury who cared. Who saw it as a honor. So I will show up with that mindset.
[Tweet “Be honored to serve in your life.”]
There are probably other areas where I have burnt out, dried up; once saw something as a honor and forgot. I want to re-engage the positive of feeling honored in my life.
by Ann Evanston | Jun 22, 2017 | Self-worth, Vivrant Woman
4:30 AM. That is when our alarm clock goes off during the week. Oh don’t get me wrong I’d rather sleep in a little later, LOL!
We get up and instantly put on our gym clothes and go to the gym. We get in about 45 minute workout before heading home so Earl can get ready to go to work in time to catch his train into the city.
I am really excited when the alarm goes off at 4:30 AM. But when we walk out of that gym about 5:40 AM, I feel great!
My brain is focused, I am energized, and excited for the day.
The point of the story isn’t how early you get up. The point is what you do to energetically set the tone for your day. See, I find if I just roll out of bed slowly…wake up slowly…my day is slow.
[Tweet “So what do you do to get up and set focused, energized, excitement into your day?”]
by Ann Evanston | Jun 21, 2017 | Business Strategy, Influence Factor
I’m so excited about a “circle of inspiration” that I’m going to participate in! In its basic form, it’s the truest definition of mastermind. Napoleon Hill, who first used the word, stated that mastermind is: “The coordination of knowledge and effort of two or more people, who work toward a definite purpose, in the spirit of harmony.”
There is true beauty in participating in a group like this.
First, there is no competition. Even if people are striving to achieve similar goals, the mindset of abundance and giving spreads deeply throughout the group.
Second, there is absolutely no shaming. You’re able to open up and express yourself, real and raw, and be accepted 100% for your choices. In the group support and encouragement is offered as well as insight to help you with choices you’re making.
Third, you are challenged to achieve what you want, and more! It’s an amazing space for accountability along with the encouragement.
[Tweet “Find “circles of inspiration ” to encourage your best self!”]
I have for many years run a MasterMind for women entrepreneurs. I’m excited now I found a group of women to participate in one with me!
Are you looking for a “shame free zone” to encourage and inspire you? You can learn more about my Entrepreneurs MasterMind retreat here. And this is my program for women only, check it out!
