You Have the Power to Survive a Bad Boss
3. You Have the Power to Survive a Bad Boss It Started Great I worked at Microsoft for 7 years, from 2004 to 2011. And I did well from the start. My hard work and contributions were appreciated. It showed in the promotions I received, along with increased responsibilities. Everything was fantastic, and I was on a fast-tracked upward trajectory. You can probably tell where this is going. Undoubtedly, you know something went wrong. A Sudden Shift Things turned for the worse with a change in leadership. I knew my worth at the time, ...
You Have the Power to Create Wealth
2. You Have the Power to Create Wealth The Money Talk My mother once told me, “You can’t spend every dime you make. You must save something for a rainy day.” The good news is that I took her advice to heart: I’ve been a saver since I got my first job at age 15. The bad news? That was the only talk my parents, who were not financially literate, ever had with me about money. Other than that, we children were told to “stay out of grown folks’ business.” “Financial illiteracy is not ...
You Have the Power to Defy Your Beginnings
1. You Have the Power to Defy Your Beginnings My Family's Humble Beginnings Marion Lester As far as humble beginnings are concerned, mine was almost as modest as they come. Like so many others in this country who descended from slavery, my ancestry is a mystery to me. But I do have a few old, faded family photos. While I can’t look as far back as some people can, I can tell you a few things about my parents, JT and Marion Lester. JT Lester They were both born in ...
Does Personal Coaching Really Work?
Does Personal Coaching Really Work? Yes, Coaching Works! If you are ready to invest in yourself and your future, coaching might be the very best investment you can make. Why? I firmly believe that personal coaching is the fastest way to move, or ascend, from where you are to where you truly want to be. How long does it take? That depends on the unique path you are walking. Just one session may be enough to break through the barriers holding you back. Or you may experience incremental progress over several months. There will ...
‘Self-Made’ is Not a Thing: It Takes a Team
‘Self-Made’ is Not a Thing: It Takes a Team We hear a description all the time about successful, and usually incredibly wealthy, people: self-made. It sounds impressive, but can it really be true? Can an individual achieve their wildest dreams without the assistance of another soul? Personally, I think not. Keep reading to find out why! There’s No Such Thing as Self-Made The dictionary defines self-made as “made such by one's own actions especially having achieved success or prominence by one's own efforts.” Many people have co-opted the expression to proudly describe themselves – a ...
The Key to Career Satisfaction
The Key to Career Satisfaction How Do You Feel About Work? Unfortunately, if you are unhappy and feel stuck in your career, you are not alone. A worldwide Gallup poll found only 15% of the world's one billion full-time workers are engaged at work. Moreover, 80% of Americans are dissatisfied with their jobs. Shocking! Eighty percent equates to millions of people who feel disengaged and unenthused about work. But ask just about anyone, and they will tell you they want to do work that matters. Work that impacts the world. Work they enjoy. So, I ...
A Lucrative Guide to Creating a Wealth Mindset
A Lucrative Guide to Creating a Wealth Mindset Want to build wealth? Do your financial goals include building wealth? Without a wealth mindset, it’s unlikely that you’ll do all the things that are necessary to build and preserve wealth. While it’s not the only thing you need to reach your goals, a forward-thinking mentality is absolutely essential to success. Building wealth can shape your financial future in a big way. Your mindset is a starting point. However, according to a recent CNBC article, “75 percent of Americans are winging it when it comes to their ...
The Coach is ‘In’ – Are You?
The Coach is ‘in’: Are you? It's Time to Hire a Coach According to a recent Forbes article, 2022 is the year you should hire a coach. Do you think you're ready for a professional coach? If so, you’ve come to the right place! I am here and ready to be a guide on your journey toward reaching your limitless potential. But we’re big on managing expectations around here. And I like to deliver on our promises; therefore, I want to make sure you and I are on the same page. Before we even take our ...
Make a Big Bold Move #likeaboss
Make a Big, Bold Move #likeaboss The Conversation Continues In my blog post entitled Level Up and G.R.O.W., I outlined Ascentim’s process to help you: Gain Clarity Realize New Possibilities Overcome Obstacles Win at Life! And, I promised to tell you why I walked away from a ‘cushy corporate executive career.’ Today is the day. How I Gained Clarity I want to share the life-changing moment of Gaining Clarity that led me to my Big Bold Move. Hopefully, it encourages you to get clear on your next bold move. Let's go back to my role ...
The Power of Relationship Capital
The Power of Relationship Capital Cultivate Genuine Connections Do you ever wish you had a cadre of people you could rely on to support your goals, celebrate your successes, to stand up for you? You can, and you should. Those people – your true connections – amplify your personal power. As a personal coach, some questions come up over and over again. What are my biggest regrets? Do I have advice for someone just getting started? What is the most important lesson I learned in my career? My answer is always the same: connect. “Build ...
