by Amy Matthews | Mar 9, 2021 | Business, Inspiration |
Whatever You Want is one of my inspirations for what I do.
My clients see this written on a huge, painted chalkboard that I have behind my office desk. I took this photograph over six years ago when I was at Frenchies, the amazing restaurant in Paris. If you haven’t been, it’s a must. I mean, you got to go. There is a Frenchies in London too. Either will rock your world.
One of my greatest joys is witnessing clients, teams, friends, family – you name it – get the results they want. If you set an intention, get clear on your authentic strengths and super powers, get into consistent action, stay open to possibilities that you hadn’t dreamed of and allow the magic to unfold, you will get whatever it is you want. The process works every time.
I have helped countless clients:
Find their dream job
Get the promotion
Develop a new business
Expand the vision of their brand
Increase income
Gain leadership visibility
Secure investors
Find business partners
Create soul level partnerships
Communicate powerfully
Feel grace and ease on a daily basis
What one thing do you want right now that if you had it, would rock your world? If you can dream it, you can have it.
I can help you get it. It’s just what I do.
Sign up for a free 45 minute clarity call with me here.
by Amy Matthews | Mar 5, 2021 | Business, Mindset |
My sister gave me the above card recently – LOL. I can’t tell you how much it makes me smile! I keep it on my desk for inspiration if I feel alone or having a hard day. Because we all have times when we need a little extra support.
Here are a few recent situations with clients:
One client has worked diligently to get a promotion over the past year. She has grown tremendously and consistently receives positive feedback that she is greatly exceeding expectations, yet when review time came around, she didn’t get the promotion. She was told to work on gaining more exposure to her leadership team. She is giving a presentation to them next week so we’re going to do a trial run together so she nails it. I have her back.
Other clients are looking for new positions and need help editing their resumes, LI profiles, positioning themselves, interview prep and staying confident through the process. I have their back.
Another super accomplished client is starting his own consulting gig. He is a self professed collaborator and says he is better working with another. It’s just how he is wired. So we’re working together on his brand clarity and defining his service offerings. I have his back.
When you are stretching and reaching for something new, there is nothing better than knowing you are fully supported by someone who is invested in your success.
No matter what’s next for you on your path, I’ve got your back. Sign up for a free 30 minute clarity call with me here.
by Amy Matthews | Feb 18, 2021 | Inspiration, Mindset |
With so many things out of our hands these days – whether it’s COVID, a job falling through the cracks, a re-org, a health scare, unprecedented weather in Texas, a house falling out of contract – whatever it may be – the unexpected is the new black.
When things happen that come out of left field, it’s easy to jump to the worst case scenario. Here are a few good reminders for when “Unexpected” happens:
1. Before getting your panties in a bundle, take a time out.
Rein in your mind. Switch your fearful thoughts to thoughts about the best case scenario instead. Stay present to the situation, no matter how difficult it is.
2. Get advice.
People at their core want to help. Reach out and be willing to receive! Find someone who can give you the expertise or wisdom you need in the moment.
3. Try not to play the pity party card.
The truth is, shit happens in life – all the time. You are not alone. If you can embrace that, you will feel grateful and connect with what’s most important to you.
4. A positive attitude, always wins.
Having a positive attitude and not flexing your worry muscle can make most situations turn for the better. It’s not always easy, I know.
5. Learn and grow from the experience.
Whatever the situation and whatever the outcome, decide to grow from it. You can let the experience make you resentful or it can fuel you to be your best. Choose your best.
by Amy Matthews | Feb 8, 2021 | In-Power, Mindset |
I was talking with a potential client early this week. She reached out because she wanted help figuring out what to work on to feel more comfortable at work. She’s smart, strategic and a high performer, as most of my clients are.
As we started to dig into her situation, I learned she works at an entrepreneurial company within a small team and the only female. It quickly became clear she needed help expressing her desires to her boss. She wanted more involvement in strategic projects and have her boss mentor her. Both fair requests. She knew what she wanted but was looking for the right words, something I help my clients with all the time.
We talked about how men and women communicate differently, how to have an intention for every conversation and how to be succinct and direct (just say it). She was clear on what to say yet she was holding back from saying it. She started questioning and doubting herself and had these all too familiar thoughts swirling in her head:
Can I ask for what I want?
How will I be perceived?
What if he says NO?
What if come across as too aggressive?
Then she recalled this story:
When she was applying for one of her first jobs, she asked a male friend for feedback on her cover letter. He dissected it, took out paragraphs that were fillers and helped her get to the point. Then he said to her: CHANNEL YOUR INNER WHITE MAN.
That got my attention. I get that phrase may be offensive to some, yet it works for this particular client. The truth is, we all identify with words that make us feel more powerful and confident. What words work for you? Here are a few ideas to get the party started:
CHANNEL YOUR INNER BADASS
CHANNEL YOUR INNER GODDESS
CHANNEL YOUR INNER WARRIOR
CHANNEL YOUR INNER SUPER HERO
If we all channeled a more confident and direct version of ourselves, asked for what we wanted, while not taking things personally, we would be powerful beyond measure.
To get the results you want from your next strategic conversation, channel your inner fill in the blank. Try it, it works.
by Amy Matthews | Jan 26, 2021 | Business, In-Power |
You’ve heard me say this A LOT.
Standing in our truth is essential for living an authentic + purpose-driven life.
I have helped loads of professionals gain clarity on what they want to say and how to say it, whether it be to a boss, employee, client, colleague, romantic partner, or friend. Knowing our truth is one thing, yet, knowing when to express it, is another.
I remember years ago when I was just learning to my truth, I got clear on what was true for me and drummed up the courage to express what I was feeling to a man I was dating. Truth be told, what came out of my mouth wasn’t pretty. It was messy.
Communication is an art and it takes practice.
Communicating your truth will give you greater power and freedom in your life, yet just because you have an urge to share, think about whether what you want to say will land with the other person. Will the other person be able to hear you? Will it bring you closer or farther apart? What is your reason for sharing?
Here are simple and proven communication strategies for any conversation:
1. Know what you want to say
2. Keep it simple
3. Be confident in your point of view
4. Speak from your heart with compassion
5. Be present and listen
6. Look for synergistic outcomes
If you’ve been putting off the “promotion” conversation with your boss, or the “relationship” conversation or something else is top of mind, book your free Communication Clarity Call with me here. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a solution to what’s eating at you.
Stand in Your Truth
