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1. A quote I’m resonating with this week
Janis Joplin is one of the greatest singers of all time. Last week, I mentioned how much I’d enjoyed the documentary about her, “Little Girl Blue”. At one point, the talk show host Dick Cavett asks her, “What do you think when you’re singing, are you actually thinking what’s going on in the song, or can your mind be somewhere else?” Janis’ reply really got my attention, and reminded me of something I often say: When you’ve got nothing on your mind, you’re free to give your best. Here’s what she said:
“I’m not really thinking much, I’m just sort of… trying to feel.”
2. The 2-minute video that’s changing lives (it’s my most shared video ever!)
Last week, I received this email from a man called Lloyd who I’ve never met.
“I want to thank you personally, I had a heart attack in February of this year. I was struggling with depression and anxiety. I watch the short video about anxiety and made a positive shift in my life. I was going to therapy for six months and it didn’t help as much as watching a 2 minute video. Thank you with all my heart.”
This is why I do what I do; because every person who wakes up to the truth of their innate resilience and mental health is one less person that’s caught up in the outside-in misunderstanding.
You can see the ‘Anxiety’ video Lloyd watched here. It’s already been shared nearly 300 times, so it’s clearly striking a chord with people. If you like it, please share it because as you’ve seen, you really can make a difference. Here’s the link:
https://www.facebook.com/JamieSmartCom/videos/10155785688366528/
3. This week’s glimpse of the future
End of the pregnancy test as new smartwatch alerts women when they conceive, scientists announce. (You might want to leave this switched to ‘silent’ mode ;-))
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/11/02/end-pregnancy-test-new-smartwatch-alerts-women-conceive-scientists/
4. Something I’m working on for coaches, therapists, trainers & consultants
I’m working on a free video series called ‘The Thriving Coaches Blueprint’. We’re going to be de-mystifying some of the things that coaches often struggle with, including:
– How to talk about what you do (whether you’re talking to a barista or a CEO)
– Why you DON’T need a niche (and the one thing you DO need)
– The one distinction that separates the ‘superstar coaches’ from everyone else
As you’ll see when you watch the videos, getting clients, making a difference and growing your coaching practice is simpler than you think.
Nearly 1000 people are on the advance notice list for when we release this free series on the 15th November (next Wednesday). You can get on the advance list here: www.JamieSmart.com/FreeVideos
5. This week’s 3 minute miracle
Here’s Janis Joplin at her bittersweet best, with the Kris Kristofferson classic, ‘Me and Bobby McGee’. If you’ve ever wondered why Joplin is considered such an incredible talent, you don’t need to look any further than this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jn7dKI3fbYg
That’s it for this week!
Big love
Jamie
Jamie Smart
Sunday Times Bestselling Author, Speaker and Executive Coach
PLUS: Whenever you’re ready… here are 4 ways I can help you get the clarity and results that matter to you:
1. Hire me to speak at your event
If you want an entertaining and impactful keynote speech or breakout session for your conference, offsite or town hall meeting, click here https://www.jamiesmart.com/book-jamie-to-speak-about/
2. Join the Profitable Coaches Group
Join the Profitable Coaches Professional Group and connect with the growing community of like-minded transformation professionals who are passionate about exponentially increasing their grounding, impact and their livelihood. You can join for free at https://www.jamiesmart.com/profitable/
3. Join the next intake of Project Jupiter
If you want to transition from full-time employment to something more fulfilling and on-purpose for you, you may be a good fit for the next intake of Project Jupiter (starting January 2018). Here’s how you’ll know if you’re right for Jupiter (and vice-versa):
– You are currently in full-time employment, but…
– You want to transition from your job to something more fulfilling and “on-purpose”
– You sense that it’ll probably take 1-3 years to complete the transition, but…
– Your goal hasn’t been getting much closer; it seems to stay the same distance away
– You want to make progress, but lack clarity about either the ‘what’ or the ‘how’
– You know that if you were clear on those, with a solid plan, you’d do what it takes to make it happen
– You’ve been thinking about it for long enough, and you’re ready to do something about it NOW
If that’s you, email Nikki at info@jamiesmart.com and type “Project Jupiter” in the subject line.
4. Join the first intake of the Thriving Coaches Blueprint LIVE
If you’d like to work with me and my team on getting clients, having an impact and growing a thriving practice… email Nikki at info@jamiesmart.com and type “BLUEPRINT” in the subject line.
PLUS: check these out :
Get your free Profitable Coaches Scorecard book www.JamieSmart.com/scorecard
Listen to the Results Mindset Podcast www.JamieSmart.com/resultspodcast
Listen to The Profitable Coaches Podcast www.JamieSmart.com/pcp
Read the first 2 chapters of my Sunday Times Bestseller RESULTS: Think Less, Achieve More www.JamieSmart.com/instantresults