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I’m enthusiastic about stuff – deal with it. Let me know what you think via twitter at @jamiesmartcom, on my Facebook page here, or in the comments below.
1. A quotation I’m appreciating this week
This week’s quote comes from American economist, political philosopher and author, Thomas Sowell.
“When you want to help people, you tell them the truth.
When you want to help yourself, you tell them what they want to hear.”
2. A hilarious video about granola
Tallulah and I stumbled across some “artisan granola” in Delilah’s Fine Foods in Leicester the other day. For anyone who’s unclear about what artisan granola is, here’s an explanatory video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fV-E6NoK2L8&sns=em
3. My new Facebook Group
I set up The Exponential Practice Professional Group just over 8 weeks ago and it’s already grown to over 700 like-minded transformation professionals. If you want to get on the same page with people who are passionate about growing your practice as a coach, therapist, consultant or other transformation pro, I encourage you to join us. You can join for free at www.JamieSmart.com/expo
4. A recording I regularly recommend to people (8 minutes)
People often ask me what the difference is between thoughts, thinking and the *principle* of Thought. A couple of years ago, I was answering a question from one of my Coach Training clients and came up with a metaphor to describe the principles behind clarity, and how they create our perception. You can listen to that audio here https://www.jamiesmart.com/eternal-creative-fire-perception/ – What I’m pointing to (metaphorically) in this audio is one of the most unexpected and counter-intuitive facts about perception, first discovered in 1852 by Hermann Helmholtz.
5. This week’s 3 minute miracle
You may already know that I love Frank Zappa. One of my favourite tunes by him is Inca Roads from his brilliant album, “One Size Fits All”. I love FZ’s guitar playing on this track, and the breathtaking musicianship of his band. OK, it’s 10 minutes, not 3, but sit back and enjoy the music, the vibes and the fabulous claymation on this live version https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqp71DOJ3aY
That’s it for this week. Enjoy!
Big love
Jamie
PS The next instalment of Project Glasswing is due to kick off next month. If you’d like to be considered for the latest intake of this programme, I’m looking for 36 very specific people:
– You are a coach, therapist or change-worker (Eg. Sports coach, psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, business coach, bodyworker etc)
– You have at least one year’s experience of working with clients (either paid, pro-bono or both)
– You probably charge by the hour, but want to use a “coaching package” model and increase your income
– You have room to work with at least one longer term contract client, starting in December
– You want to take your practice to the next level in 2017, and are willing to put step out of your comfort zone if necessary
– You’re an enthusiastic, friendly people-person
– You have a coachable spirit, and
– You can keep a secret
If that’s you, then email me at info@jamiesmart.com, and let me know where you’re located and a little about yourself (if you don’t know what to tell me about, look at the list above for inspiration). Change the subject line to “Project Glasswing TTE”. I’ll be choosing people in the next couple of weeks. Talk to you soon!
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