Slow Down, You Move Too Fast
Slow Down, You Move Too Fast by W. Bradford Swift D. V. M. He stood, gripping the sides of the counter, his fingers white knuckled from the strain. I’d seen my boss, Mr. Burke, stand there countless times before, studying the inventory, looking for just the right item for the customer, but I’d never seen…
IF I HAD ONLY ONE LAST OPPORTUNITY TO SHARE AN INSIGHT WITH MY DAUGHTER
As anyone who’s ever been in a coaching relationship knows, one of the power tools of a coach is asking thought evoking questions. So, this past week I decided to give myself such a question as a way to deepen this week’s purposeful pondering article. The question: If I had only one last opportunity to…
The Wet Blankets of Profitability & Practicality
THE WET BLANKETS OF PROFITABILITY & PRACTICALITY By W. Bradford Swift I recently had a coaching session with a client who’s been a bit stuck in his life, even though he’s become clear of his life purpose. He realizes that it’s time to create a powerful purpose project that will inspire him forward in his…
LIVING IN THE GAP OF POSSIBILITY AND PURPOSE Part 3
NOTE: This is part 3 of a series of articles about the power of living in ‘the Gap’ of possibility and purpose. Today, we’ll look at how the process of creating a “Visionary Reality” can inspire us out of bed each morning, excited to move our lives forward along the Purposeful Path. BRAD PART 3…
LIVING IN THE GAP OF POSSIBILITY AND PURPOSE Part 2:
NOTE: This is part 2 of a series of articles about the power of living in “the Gap” of possibility and purpose. I have found this to be a powerful coaching distinction that can enhance our lives as it helps us to allow the divine essence of ourselves to come forth. Enjoy. BRAD OUR CURRENT…
Engaging the World – A Senior Conversation for a World On Purpose
Several years ago through the work with Landmark Education I learned a communication model called a “Structure for Fulfillment.” I’ve used that model in many different ways to create fulfillment in my personal and professional life. I’d like to share the essence of that model as a viable way that we can all work together…
ADD VALUE JUST FOR THE JOY OF IT
PURPOSEFUL POINTER: PURPOSE PRINCIPLES can be used to help you shape and mold your life on purpose. A Purpose Principle is a rule or code of conduct that is consistent with your true purpose. One way to think of a Purpose Principle is that it is where you come from as you go about living…
Your Soul’s Reason for Being
COACHING A READER Gerry writes: “I have just been reading the latest ezine and I am sure I need help trying to clarify some of the points listed in the ezine. I am all for living a life on purpose once I have explored the big question of why we are here. And I know…
The Power Of ‘Coaching Distinctions’ For Enhancing Your Life
Having been a professional coach for over 16 years, and having been in over a dozen coaching relationships as a client during that time, I’ve had the opportunity to examine what makes coaching so powerful and effective. It’s my personal view that one of the most beneficial tools that can enhance a client’s life is…
Earn While You Burn – Travel Writing Tips
I’m often asked if travel writing is a lucrative market for freelance writers. Let’s face it – the idea of getting paid to sit on the beach, sip on drinks with umbrellas in them, and work on your tan appeals to us all. I don’t know how lucrative travel writing is but it sure is…
Isn’t it Time You Knew Your Purpose?
