Stories I Did Not Expect To Tell Again

Since publishing It's Not That Deep - it has been challenging connecting with my audience. Professionally I connect with so many people that I mentor and collaborate with, but I have struggled to brand myself as an "author". How do I find more people that share the same vision that are in different companies, industries? People that are willing to grow, challenge and develop leaders while having a positive impact on the people around them?

This thought process brought me to begin applying to guest on podcasts. These interviews have helped me to view myself in different contexts and to relate to and impact others in ways I would have never considered before. It changed how I view myself by providing new perspective on finding my purpose. It has also forced me to accept myself and be vulnerable on a grander context.

Retelling stories and experiences I haven't told or lived in years gives me a new understanding and perspective of how my life choices continually align with my core values - even when I could not see it in the moment. It brings me peace and allows me to settle and continue on this journey to be the kind of leader, wife, daughter, friend and family member that I want to be.

This journey has also brought me understanding that in a world that is spinning so fast, advancing through technology and frankly overstimulating - there has never been a greater need afor a deeply human and authentic approach to connection.

There have been moments where my self doubt has creeped in and made me think my perspective has already been told, there are enough speakers, books and communities to exist - what do I have to offer?

Self doubt and comparison have been my greatest struggles recently and they have the power to steal your confidence, your joys and diminish your success. It is defeating and exacerbates the duality of life. Sometimes your highest highs can accompany your lowest lows and you should not feel ashamed to feel both. Two things can be true at the same time.

I am reliving the words I wrote years ago in new contexts and finding new meanings in old truths while chasing the dream of becoming not only a published author, but a best selling author.

A takeaway, If you want something, if you are chasing goals do not be afraid to expect results. Ask for it and when it appears be intentional in recognizing and continue to direct your energy towards that goal. Hold yourself accountable to those expectations and be unforgiving in your drive to get there.

Until Next Time

x.o Em