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A Note from AndreaI’m taking a chance that you may be curious about what I’ve been up to and will forgive me this trespass of sending my new ezine—or electronic newsletter—to you without asking first. I’m not a stranger, so I hope this will not be interpreted as SPAM. My new life is focused on coaching people who want to significantly improve their lives. I work with individuals and groups, in person and in teleseminars, to help them create their definitions of what would make for a Fearless, Fabulous Life. Together, we then create the necessary action plans to get from here to there. This weekly ezine will provide a regular stream of new ideas and resources to support you where you are now, and maybe nudge you to the space where you are ready to make the changes—some small, maybe a few more significant ones—that will significantly improve your outlook and fill your days with joy. A year ago, I made a series of decisions that led to selling my home, relocating to another part of New Hampshire, leaving my job, resuming self-employment, launching a business, and getting married a second time. My recent actions serve as testament that a person can completely change their life and redefine it to manifest a personal mission and vision or two, encompassing everything about how each day is spent, personally and professionally, and the results and satisfaction experienced. So, I hope you’ll hang around to see what I do and share next. Use the ezine sign-up box to be added to my mail list; you can always change your mind later. And, please pass it on to friends and colleagues you think might benefit and enjoy. I’ll do my best to make it worth your while, send opportunities and discounts your way, and seek your input about what you’d like to see and read. With support and enthusiasm,
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It was probably one episode in particular—not found during the recent marathon viewing by the way—that featured Steed and Peel fencing, complete with spandex outfits (he in black, she in white), masks, foils, and a more than a bit of wicked humor. At least I remember it that way. I always intended to take up fencing based on that very strong impression; I wanted those agile, flexible, dramatic moves for my own arsenal. Now that I am at the mid-point of my life, I laugh a bit at my early infatuation. I’m struck by how long and fiercely I clung to my “Emma Peel Ideal.” But now—and especially after realizing how dated the conversations, styles, and story lines from the TV series—I’m satisfied with my own style and progress toward my very contemporary ambitions and ideals. I’m a business owner with a clear vision of what I want to accomplish. I have numerous friends, opportunities for self-development and travel, time to explore my interests and passions, and a balanced life. This past winter I conducted a pilot 12-week group coaching program focused on female boomers. In the past few months I’ve swallowed and digested an enormous amount of new technology; I've developed a web site, blogs, and now I’ve launched this ezine. I've learned how to set up my online shopping cart, arranged for a merchant account, written autoresponders, and created an online forum. I've created coaching packages and taken on clients. I am focused on bolstering my marketing efforts in order to fill my group program scheduled for July. Emma, eat your heart out.Think about your early influences. Is there a role model from your childhood or earlier adulthood? What is the temperament, “look,” or “MO” that inspired you? Does the image still do it for you? How have you changed? Is there a contemporary model out there that embodies the ideal for you now? What is your definition of a Fearless, Fabulous Female? Share your memories and experiences. Visit this post at the Fearless, Fabulous Project Blog and post a comment. Let’s collect a bunch of these impressive female profiles. © 2007 Andrea R. Williams WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR E-ZINE OR WEB SITE? You can, as long as you include this complete blurb with it: Andrea Williams, personal and small business success coach, is the creator of the Fearless, Fabulous Project, a 12-week, step-by-step discovery and rejuvenation process to help you gain clarity and commitment about what is most important to you. If you're ready to pump your life with more fun & fulfillment, check out Andrea's coaching programs and FREE resources now at www.FearlessFabulousLife.com, and sign up for "Fearless, Fabulous Female," her free ezine on personal reinvention at midlife. Andrea's BookshelfBonus for Reading & Taking Action: Women & MoneySuze Orman, personal finance guru for two decades, has a new book out. Women & Money: Owning the Power to Control Your Destiny addresses the disconnect between the way women handle their money in light of so many advances and achievements. Orman maintains that women fail to take responsibility in this area, and as a consequence diminish their power. She helps women overcome blocks to acting in the best interest of their money and themselves, and through her five-month “Save Yourself Plan” she challenges us to create long-term financial security. The bonus incentive in buying her book is the partnership she has struck with TD Ameritrade. If you open a new non-retirement account and deposit at least $50 per month into the account for 12 twelve consecutive months, TD Ameritrade will pay you a $100 bonus.
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At ages 7-9, it was Emma Peel that struck my fancy. She was glamorous and strong, clever and smart, and ever ready for the next adventure or risk. She had a witty remark for every situation. I wanted to be ready for anything like her. I actually wanted to be her.
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