For the past five years, I have had the honor of partnering with Marcia Brixey, Author of The Money Therapist and Founder of Money Wise Women Educational Services to educate, empower and enlighten men and women around their finances. While the theme of the conference is about “money”, you will gain so so much more!

This conference is about bringing conscious awareness to your relationship with money and helping you go deeper as you connect with your inner passion and vision. You will leave this event empowered and connected to your heart, with practical action steps to improve your finances. Register for the conference today or visit the Money Wise Women Blog or attend a Money Wise Women Get Smart free call to take a next step in the direction of your dreams! And spread the word to increase awareness around this important event!

Here are some of the highlights of the event:

Money Wi$e Women Conference

The September 24th Money Wise Women Conference at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma is quickly approaching. We’ve got a great lineup of keynote speakers and breakout sessions. This is our last conference this year.

Do you want to:

• Be financially independent and determine the age you retire?
• Understand your finances and ensure your family is protected?
• Get educated and empowered about your finances?
• Meet and network with other women?
• Learn from professional experts in a safe, comfortable environment?
• Create a plan for a healthy, financial life?
• Live a life that “lights you up?”

If you answered yes, register to attend the Money Wi$e Women Conference in Tacoma on Saturday, September 24, 2011.

The half-price registration ($19.50) for the first 25 people has sold out. But we know everyone loves a sale so we’re extending the offer to the next 25 people who register. Don’t wait — REGISTER NOW.

Warmly,
Marcia Brixey, President
Money Wise Women Educational Services

Read on for more information and to register

I’ve heard it said that women use over 10,000 words per day so it’s very clear that we women “chat”! In fact, I’ve started my quota early today as I literally just got off the phone for my weekly chat with a dear friend and colleague of mine; we meet over-the-phone weekly at 5:30a to connect on a deeper level and support one another with accountability and encouragement.

One of the reasons we “chat with women” is that we are very relational beings. The way we connect is through conversation. Some times our dialogue is uplifting and life giving but if you’re like me, I often wish I could take back what I’ve said because it hasn’t been helpful, edifying or inspiring.

How about you? If you think about your “chats” how would you rate your conversations? Enriching? Draining?

In my experience with clients, the primary reason for disheartening conversation is women often operate and talk from an empty tank. When the car runs on fumes, eventually it’s going to stop and be ineffective. It’s the same for you; the level of “gas” in your internal tank directly impacts the quality of your presence and how you show up in the world, including what you share in your conversations.

Tomorrow I have the exciting opportunity to be interviewed on the radio with co-hosts Pam Gray and Rachel Alhadeff of Chat with Women. This is my “first time” on the radio “live”; what a great chance to use part of my word quota in a positive way. I invite you to join me as your support will inspire me and this could also be your chance to “refuel” your tanks. I believe the show will positively impact you by improving your energy and uplifting your tone of voice and the words you use in your conversations.

“Chat With Women is a company that is passionate about helping, developing, and inspiring women and the men who love them.  We achieve this by waking up every day with a goal of using our experiences in business and life while following our core values of love, laughter and our life’s energy to maximize everyday both personally and professionally.”

So tune in tomorrow; if you’re in the Puget Sound region you can listen at KKNW 1150AM or online at Chat with Women. The show starts at 8:00a Pacific and my segment will be at 8:45a. You can also listen to the archived show after the fact.

And as you “chat with women” (and others today) remember your words can help or your words can hinder. Choose wisely!

Picture courtesy of Photoxpress ©Bruce Shippee

This week I have the privilege of being a part of a virtual summit called the Direct Sales Success Refresh taking place March 4-6, 2011. It’s a 3-day virtual summit held entirely over the phone featuring 10 TOP direct sales trainers and coaches and tomorrow night is a FREE sneak preview to hear more about what it’s all about.  It’s exciting to be a part of this summit because it’s also the first event I will be doing under my new business platform called The Leadership Collaborative. Read on to find how you can join me!

You’ve decided to build a business in the direct selling or MLM profession. You’re excited about the opportunity and ready to soar!

You set out to share your products, services and business opportunity with your family, your friends…the world!

But wait…what happened?

• You realize that you must market your product or service but you don’t want to be “pushy”.
• You can’t seem to balance your home life, full time job AND build a business.
• You’re a leader in your company, but building other leaders seems almost impossible.
• You start to wonder if you will EVER reach the higher ranks and earn the BIG paychecks.

Can you relate to these very real, very valid issues that plague so many well intentioned direct sales, network marketing and party plan professionals?

If so…your business is ready and thirsty for a REFRESH!

The most successful high income earners in our profession have all faced these issues. The difference is….they get proper training and develop the right mindset!

Whether you are brand new to the industry or a seasoned professional looking for a way to breathe new life into your business, attending the 2011 DIRECT SALES SUCCESS REFRESH Ultimate Training Teleconference is an absolute must!  This event will feature 10 TOP direct sales trainers and coaches and is specifically designed to get you on the road to success! The event takes place over the weekend, March 4th, 5th and 6th, 2011. You participate from the comfort of your home…it’s all over the phone!

Here is some of what you can expect to learn:

• Gain a new perspective around building your business from the inside-out.
• Uncover the 5 Habits of Focus.
• Attract and motivate different personalities to move them to action.
• Use social media strategically to increase sales and recruiting.
• Balance your family and work life as you build a lucrative, rewarding business.
• Learn the five most important skills for successful leaders.

OnTuesday, March 1 at 8pm Eastern there is a FREE preview call to give you a sneak peek of all the content you’ll get if you attend the 2011 Direct Sales Success Refresh, March 4-6, 2011.

Don’t miss this opportunity! Head on over to Direct Sales Success Refresh to grab your spot and sign up for the preview call tomorrow night.

If this blog offered you snippets of wisdom that were concise and powerful, what would this mean to you? What do you consider “wisdom” that would add value as you streamline your life and work to achieve greater impact with less effort?

If you’re like me, you receive an overabundance of information daily. When it comes to meaningful blog content, I want to keep you engaged and coming back for more because your life and work are improving and your contribution to others is greater.

To enhance my service to you, I am curious about your impressions of all of the on-line content you read regularly. What is it about these other blogs and newsletters that has you actually read the content and come back for more?

What are some of the elements these writers include in their communication? Is their content thought provoking? Do they provide practical tips? Are they using other mediums like video and audio?

In addition to these specifics how has your life and work changed because of the on-line content you read? Is there anything you don’t like?

I’m on a mission to bring more value to you. It’s part of my strategy toward the launch of The Leadership Collaborative with my new business partner. While we aren’t ready to go live just yet, what I can share is that our company is about developing leaders to help you in “bringing business to life.”

If your business (or work) were brought to life, and life was brought to your business (or work), what content would offer you value and support you on a consistent basis?

I’d be grateful if you would take the time to share your comments with me at the blog. You can also provide your snippets of wisdom by e-mailing me directly.

Thanks for being a part of my team…T.E.A.M. = Together everyone achieves more!

Photo Courtesy of Photoxpress Sergej Khackimullin

Do you ever feel alone on your journey through motherhood, wishing you had a group of like-minded friends you could lean on for support? Do you find yourself looking around at other moms and their children, and then back at yourself and your children, only to wonder “Is this all normal?” There are so many answers and expectations out there for moms, and it’s sometimes hard to know what’s right for you, and your family. Some days we are laughing at the amazing things our children do and say. Other days we want to pull our hair out, or lock ourselves in the bathroom in the hopes of getting just a little bit of time alone.

The Momnificent!® Mom Club was developed so you can travel arm-in-arm with other moms on a similar path – moms who value personal and family growth; moms who are committed to living a life that feels “right” for them. You will receive ongoing teaching and support from leading mom experts, as well as regular inspiration and motivation to apply what you’ve learned and develop new habits. In the MMC, you will have an outlet to share stories of joy and heartfelt struggles, and receive validation for who you are, and where you’re at.

Are you ready to be empowered to reach your goals?

This Wednesday, December 1st, 2010, I am thrilled to be the Momnificent Mom Club expert as I partner with my friend and colleague Lori Radun, Mom Coach and Founder of Momnificent.

During this upcoming Momnificent Mom Club Monthly Teleclass I will share the following topic:

The 5 Keys to Unlocking Passion, Purpose and Prosperity
A Transformational Approach to Setting Goals

Do you set goals and forget about them? Are your goals exciting at first, but you don’t take continual action to achieve them? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, join us as Shannon helps you discover a holistic and life-changing approach to setting meaningful and sustainable goals. Learn how to integrate your values which is one of the primary keys to this transformational goal setting approach. You’ll discover how to live from the heart as you unlock your passion, purpose and prosperity to create a positive and lasting impact at home, in your community and your workplace.

Join us for the call and experience the power of community!

Like Minded Moms + Expert Coaching + Personal Growth = The Momnificent!® Mom Club
Join Today for Free!

The Direct Selling Education Foundation is now sponsoring the 2010 Money Wi$e Women Get Smart Teleseminar Series. All calls are now FREE!

Tune in January 12th from 5:30-6:30pm Pacific when Marcia Brixey Interviews Shannon Bruce about:

“The 5 Keys to Unlocking Passion, Purpose and Prosperity:A Transformational Approach to Goal Setting “

Click Here to Register and you can listen live or download to listen to at your leisure.

Please share the Get Smart Series with others — through email, blogs, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.

For more about this exciting partnership between Money Wi$e Women Get Smart and the Direct Selling Education Foundation read the full press release.

Yes! This blog website is officially being released into the world today. Please join me in celebrating the birth of another facet of the vision that’s within my heart. It’s been a long time coming and finally, the caterpillar has left the cocoon to become the beautiful butterfly ready to fly free. I’m so glad that you are joining me here today and that I have the honor and privilege of partnering with you through this blog to provide you with wisdom, inspiration and calling forth to all that’s possible for you.

It’s been quite an adventure! My plan was to have it launched by the first of June but obviously, just like the caterpillar becoming a butterfly, these things cannot be rushed. It’s been an emotional journey as I’ve been pushed and stretched beyond my comfort zone to grow beyond the borders of my safety net.

As you can tell, butterflies are a powerful symbol to me! They represent the transformational journey that is often painful, yet incredible as something beautiful, true and amazing is released on the other side of the struggle.

You’ll find images of butterflies throughout this blog; the picture above is actually the front of a card I received from my dear friend and colleague Paige Harris who blessed me with the reminder that on the other side of the comfort zone represents the life of freedom that I desire.

When you look at these butterflies today, remember there are many of these within you ready to break free of the cocoon to fly free.

I do hope you’ll sign up to receive this blog in your inbox. It’s my commitment to post at least three times per week and to provide insightful and practical information that will help Entreprenuers and Mompreneurs create thriving lives and profitable businesses. Even if you don’t own a business, you will find value here for your journey as a Woman!

As I close this first “official” post, I’d like to end by sharing the beautiful words that were written in the card Paige sent me. These thoughts speak to the journey of transformation as you boldly and courageously go after your authentic life’s vision.

Excerpt from “He Still Moves” by Max Lucado

“There is a rawness and wonder to life. Pursue it. Hunt for it. Sell out to get it. Don’t listen to the whines of those who have settled for a second-rate life and want you to do the same so they won’t feel guilty. Your goal is not to live long; it’s to live.”

“Jesus says the options are clear. On one side there is the voice of safety. You can build a fire in a hearth, stay inside, and stay warm, dry and safe…”

“Or you can hear the voice of adventure–God’s adventure. Instead of building a fire in your hearth, build a fire in your heart. Follow God’s impulses. Adopt the child. Move overseas. Teach the class. Change careers. Run for office. Make a difference. Sure it isn’t safe, but what is?”

Welcome to the adventure!