It s a shame I've been sitting on this book for about two years now. A friend of mine gave me Never Eat Alone , by Keith Ferrazzi a couple years ago (thanks Rey), and it s been on my bookcase ever since. It was resting there not because I didn't want to read it, but because I already had so many others in the pipeline. I finally got around to reading it last month and I definitely recommend it. In very simple terms, Ferrazzi explains why networking is important and how to do it. From how to make call lists to planning dinners to personal branding to goal setting, it s all here. He also maintains a valuable blog .
Inevitably there will be times when you have setbacks or things don t go your way. Maybe you didn't get a job you thought you were sure to get. Maybe you lost a job unexpectedly, didn't win a contract, or lost a major client. Your car always seems to break down right after you've had some other unexpected expense. These kinds of situations immediately place us in crisis. They don t feel good, but sometimes they re what we need in order to grow. The beautiful thing about crises is that they force us to take a step back and reevaluate what s going on in our lives and rediscover what we truly want and need. When we get over that initial shock and feeling of disappointment, we might realize that maybe that job wasn't really the best for us anyway. Maybe, just maybe, that wasn't what you really wanted to spend your life doing. Maybe that friend was holding you back instead of pushing you forward. The way I deal with crises of these sorts is simple: If something doesn't go my way professionally, I try to create a situation that would be more rewarding than the situation originally planned. A while ago, I was offered a job that looked very promising. After I accepted the offer, they pushed the start date back three times, later informing me (via e-mail) that they wanted to bring me on in the near future but I should feel free to explore other options. I was extremely disappointed. I felt disrespected and angry, but decided to make the best of the situation and follow my dream of working internationally. I then flew to Santiago, Chile and had great professional and personal experiences I wouldn't have had otherwise. Later, reflecting back on the original opportunity, I realized that working for a company that avoids a start date three times and then can t pick up the phone to explain the situation is probably not where I need to spend my time. Use setbacks as an opportunity to put your goals in order and act on them. In the moment, it s difficult to look at a setback as temporary, but they are. They happen to everybody. It s how you respond to them that will determine how they affect you.
The following event will be hosted by Carneiro, Chumney & Co., L.C. Continuing Education Credits will be awarded, a full breakfast buffet will provided, and there is no cost at all to attend. If you are interested, please RSVP with Maria Williams at mwilliams@carneiro.com.
2011 ANNUAL NOT FOR PROFIT
ORGANIZATION UPDATEComplimentary Breakfast Seminar
Please join Carneiro, Chumney & Co., L.C. and its national alliance affiliate BDO Seidman for this important three hour seminar which will highlight some of today’s most pressing issues concerning not-for-profit organizations. The seminar is entitled “Creating a Collaborative Development Function in Your Non Profit” and will address such topics as:
• Best practices for developing and managing a successful development fundraising
campaign.
• How do I create a synergy between the Board of Directors, Senior Management Team, the
accounting and finance function and the development fundraising team?
• Understanding informed donors’ criteria for giving, what is the donor looking for?
• Who are the watchdogs and what are they watching?
• Charitable solicitation registration and other tax considerations.
• Interacting with the government and other oversight organizations.
• What is a contribution and when and how do I record it? It might not be that simple.
• What are the significant audit and accounting issues related to fundraising?
• Increasing donor confidence.
Course Audience: All CEOs, CFOs, comptrollers, accountants, officers, board members, and other management level personnel will benefit from this seminar.
Carneiro, Chumney & Co., L.C. has a more than 80 year history in San Antonio and South Texas of providing professional services to non-profit organizations. Together with our national alliance affiliate, BDO, our speakers offer a wealth of knowledge and breadth of experience that goes unmatched.
Wednesday, May 25, 20117:30 Registration ~ 8:15-11:30am Seminar
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After building a successful career in advertising, Sitters evaluated what she was doing with her life. Her realizations led to her leaving the field in order to build the successful business Equisol, in which she works with people and animals to promote holistic health and living.
In continuing sharing stories that change lives, I feel honored to showcase Sylvia’s story here on Menrva Labs. She serves as an example of what a person can accomplish when they use their skills and passion to do what they know is right. Sitters risked prosperity, prestige, and security to stand alone in a world that values wealth and status.
Sylvia, thank you for taking the time to sit down with me to share your inspirational story. People like you encourage the rest of us to fulfill our potential. Thank you for having the courage to be you. Thank you for not compromising.
Contact Info:
Sylvia Chavez Sitters LMT
Intuitive Healer/Equine Therapist
equisolhealing@yahoo.com
210-861-7640