Words That Inspire - SIMPLIFY
What do you gain if you SIMPLIFY? Dictionary* says: to reduce to basic essentials, to diminish in scope or complexity, to make more intelligible. What it REALLY means: removing clutter and interference from your life and work; looking at large obstacles as the sum of small challenges; choosing to do less, have less, want less. Why it MATTERS? SIMPLIFYing, both physically and mentally, leaves more space for creativity, problem-solving, and exploring. Decision making is clearer, communication is enhanced and personal enjoyment is increased. Questions that INSPIRE: ? What personal or professional situation would you like to SIMPLIFY? ? How would SIMPLIFYing make you feel? ? What do you gain if you SIMPLIFY? ? What barriers are in the way of SIMPLIFYing this situation? ? What one action can you make today to SIMPLIFY? I hope you enjoyed Words That Inspire, a monthly glimpse at words that matter. To continue receiving this, please send an email to subscribe@juliecohencoaching.com. Permission granted to forward or reprint, as long as copyright, subscription and signature information included. *(Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary, 1977, G. & C. Merriam Co.) © 2004 Julie Cohen Julie Cohen, PCC, is a Career and Personal Coach. She supports her clients to achieve greater career satisfaction. Formerly an Internal Executive Coach at Cap Gemini Ernst & Young LLC, she was part of the design team responsible for developing and implementing a national coaching program. Julie brings over fifteen years experience in corporate, non-profit and entrepreneurial entities to her work as a human development professional. Julie has a BA in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and a MS in Counseling from Villanova University. She is a graduate of Corporate Coach University International's and Coach University's Training Programs, is a Past-President of the Philadelphia Area Coaches Alliance and a member of the International Coach Federation. She can be reached at http://www.juliecohencoaching.com
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