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VivaNews – April 2007 Issue
Welcome to VivaNews™ Vivacity’s Ezine!
In this issue:
 A Jumping-Off Point “It Ain’t Bragging…” I was discussing business with Allison, a colleague of mine, and during the course of our conversation, Allison apologized if she had come across as “a braggart” earlier in the day at the networking event I had hosted. Karen, another colleague, had told Allison how much she admired her talents (which, by the way, are prodigious!) Allison is a solopreneur in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Allison answered Karen in her usual forthright manner, stating some facts about her business, some of her accomplishments and people’s perceptions of her because of the dearth of women in her field. Later, Allison grew concerned that perhaps she sounded “too boastful”. Having heard the remarks she had made to Karen, I told Allison that I had not perceived it in that way. I then added a quote by a legendary baseball player “It ain’t bragging if you done it!” (In my research, I found that this quote had been attributed to two baseball greats…Dizzy Dean and Satchel Paige [even one attribution to the great boxer Mohammad Ali]. It had also been quoted as “It ain’t bragging…if it is true or…if you can back it up or…if you can do it.” I’m sure that there is a crack researcher out there who can find the correct wording and source. My bets are on “Dizzy” as he also is reported to have said “He slud into third”.) Perhaps we were told when we were growing up that humility was a virtue and to boast about oneself was wrong. We could spend time trying to figure out why we do not feel right talking well about ourselves and our accomplishments, but as the motivational speaker Jim Rohn says, “I wouldn’t sign up for that class.” Knowing the “why” can be important but not as important as doing something to change it. In her highly acclaimed presentation “What Matters in Business…For Women” at a VivaNetworking Breakfast for Women in Business, Melodie Reagan of Auromira Executive Advantage (www.auromira.com) said: “Have a Voice and Be Heard. Blow Your Own Horn. We were taught to not brag. We were taught if you are good it shows. We were taught hard work gets rewarded. Effectively, we were taught to let our hard earned rewards go to someone else.” She also said (As women…) “We Have Found the Enemy and It Is Us. We are hardest on ourselves and each other. Empower yourself and others.” John L. Herman, Jr. author of the newly published “Hermanisms…Axioms for Business and Life” and “The Innkeeper Tales: Modern-Day Canterbury Tales to Entertain, Enlighten & Empower” was the keynote speaker at the April 14, 2007 VivaNetworking Special Event. Herman spoke on “Failure Isn’t Fatal: How to Fail Successfully: 3 Things You Must Do To Succeed...and 3 Things That Almost Always Cause Failure". In his presentation, Herman talked about the factors that contributed to success and failure and when discussing one of these success factors - networking - he stressed the importance of being “ambassadors for ourselves and others”. Knowing and communicating effectively the truth of our talents allows us the possibility of being of great service to others. It is networking at its best. Learning to be our own best ambassador and to blow our own horn can serve as a jumping off point for our growth and success.
Vivacity Products and Events
Give the gift of experience to your daughter, family member or friend as she graduates and makes her way in her career… “What Matters in Business…For Women” Melodie Reagan of Auromira Executive Advantage (www.auromira.com) asked accomplished entrepreneurs and executive women in Human Resources, Information Technology, Engineering, Sales, Operations and Customer Service: “What would have been the advice you would have appreciated receiving in your career?” Her highly –acclaimed presentation at a VivaNetworking Breakfast for Women in Business provides thought-provoking answers and experience driven success strategies. On DVD ($20.00) or CD ($15.00); comes with companion handout. Available now by contacting kate@vivacitynow.com and on Vivacity’s shopping cart when it launches in mid-May.
May 19, 2007
Guest Speaker: Kristy Lindquist, Master Trainer and Businesswoman, presenting on “Having a BIG Vision That Can Change Your Life” Do you want to know what is one of the single biggest complaints from small business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors? It is lack of clarity which leads to absolute inefficiency. T. Harv Eker, the #1 NY Times best selling author, has often said that “Most people don't get what they want because they don't KNOW WHAT THEY WANT! Do you truly have clarity on what you want out of your life? Do you have a sizzling Vision Board on your wall that inspires you every day? Are you attracting what you want into your life? Come and find out Having a Big Vision can dramatically improve your business and life! Kristy Lindquist is a District Manager Independent Consultant with Arbonne International, a part time real estate investor and a master trainer. She focuses her time on creating passive income streams while constantly honing her skills as a businesswoman. Kristy has a Master of International Management (MIM) from Thunderbird (American Graduate School of International Management) as well as a BA in Business from the University of Colorado. For eleven years, Kristy worked abroad in Germany and Thailand as an International Brand Manager for Procter & Gamble as well as an international marketing consultant. Upon moving back to the U.S., Kristy found her passion for entrepreneurship. Her gift is inspiring other people to get moving down that often “bumpy” road to long term wealth and success which requires a BIG VISION, clear goals, leadership and lastly, pig headed perseverance and discipline! $15.00 per person includes full breakfast, Ms. Lindquist's dynamic presentation and networking opportunity. Register online at www.vivacitynow.com on the home page under Upcoming Events.
Save the Date!! July 14, 2007 Our last VivaNetworking Breakfast for Women of the season.
Vivacity Recommended Resources
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Great News!! The Vivacity Podcasting page is receiving >1000 unique visitors a month. We are in the process of expanding the page and adding a new, exciting feature to Vivacity’s informational products and services. Be expecting a solo mailing to announce the new addition! We will also be adding the opportunity to advertise on the Podcasting Page. To find out how to get your business’ name and services in front of listeners, contact kate@vivacitynow.com. Downloadable price list coming soon.
Hermanisms offers readers an assortment of straightforward advice, blunt commentary, and engaging stories based on Herman’s more than 35 years of surviving the real world of business — and especially surviving failure. It is an excellent companion to The Innkeeper Tales: Modern-Day Canterbury Tales to Entertain, Enlighten & Empower, “entertaining collection of stories that reveal life lessons for obtaining true success and happiness in our lives."
Other Outstanding Businesses and Networking Events/Resources of Distinction
The Women’s Wine & Dine® presents their one of a kind, unique women-only golf outing on Monday May 14th at The Timbers at Troy golf club in Elkridge. As with all WW&D events a significant amount of the proceeds will go towards a worthwhile cause – namely the First Tee program of Howard County. First Tee helps youngsters from all backgrounds discover the pleasure and athleticism of golf. So throw on your golf gear, swing your club and get ready to enjoy myriad non-golf related extras like fashion previews, spa products, wine tasting and much more. For more information visit: www.womenandwineevents.com or call: 410-746-3469.
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