This is the Official Career & Life Blending™ Blog
From: Promoting Brilliance, Inc.

Promoting Brilliance, Inc. is a career and collaboration development firm since 1995. Our services are fundamental to innovation and change initiatives. We work with individuals, groups, and organizations of all sizes; providing collaboration learning experiences and events, strategic off-site design and facilitation, career and leadership development, and individualized consulting services.

Beth Wellesley
(612) 824-0454
beth@promotingbrilliance.com

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We are located in the Minneapolis Southwest Neighborhood near Lyndale Farmstead Park, across the street from Theodore Wirth's historical home.

Promoting Brilliance, Inc.
4001 Bryant Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55409
http://www.promotingbrilliance.com

Brilliant Connections Workshop Events - Sept-Dec 2010

There are a few changes in our workshop for the remainder of 2010. We will begin each session with our workshop format, please arrive a few minutes early. We will end each event with networking opportunities for those who are able and willing to participate. We look forward to delivering this series of Brilliant Connections events. Please feel free to send this web link: http://news.promotingbrilliance.com/ to others you know who may want to participate.

Our workshop calendar includes:

• September 28: Career Redesign for Sustainability
• October 14: The 3B's: Be Accountable - Be Innovative - Be Yourself
• October 26: New Media & Your Professional Identity
• November 11: Sustainable Life By Design, Featuring The Workplace
• December 14: Keyssential™ Insights for 2011

#1 | Career Redesign for Sustainability

WHEN
September 28, 2010
4:00-5:30 p.m. | Topic Focus
5:30-6:00 p.m. | Networking for those who opt in.

WORKSHOP FOCUS
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the number of jobs people will have by age 40 on an average is 14. This new data states that most professionals will have 3 different careers and as many as 7 in a lifetime. This increase is based on 3 key factors:

• People are less likely to remain in a specific career out of loyalty
• Computer technology provides the need for and means to obtain new skills
• Downsizing, automation and offshore enterprise is requiring career redesign

More than 40% of the people over 50 in the USA are in the process of reconsidering their careers. Reports indicate the people are considering entrepreneurial opportunities, employment closer to their children, shorter workdays, more flexibility in their schedules, and opportunities for adventure as well as volunteer service.

The Career Redesign for Sustainability workshop will demonstrate ways to plan and navigate for career change by helping participants learn how to:

• Use your career assets, values and authentic priorities to create a fresh redesign of your career
• Develop a customized “Road Map” for career flexibility and sustainability
• Determine what possible road blocks may appear and how they impact you
• Approach your career redesign with a positive attitude

REGISTRATION
Please register for this event at: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22B2HNLVDCN

The cost of this workshop and materials is $100.00. If you choose to pay via credit card or PayPal the cost is $110.00. Please send your payment in advance; checks can be made out to Promoting Brilliance, Inc. and mailed to the address listed below. These services are tax deductible.

Note: The cost of this workshop is included with our individual career development program rates. The cost of this workshop will be deducted from any future career development programs you engage with Promoting Brilliance after the event or if you enroll in our 2010 NetRayne™ workshop pass. If you would like more information about NetRayne™ workshop pass please let us know.

LOCATION OF BRILLIANT CONNECTIONS EVENT
Promoting Brilliance, Inc.
4001 Bryant Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Google Map Link: http://bit.ly/2dkYiI

#2 | The 3B's - Be Accountable - Be Innovative - Be Yourself

WHEN
October 14, 2010
4:00-5:30 p.m. | Topic Focus
5:30-6:00 p.m. | Networking for those who opt in.

WORKSHOP FOCUS
The size of your organization doesn’t matter where the use of “The 3B’s” is concerned; they are valuable and necessary skills for participation in today’s workplace. This workshop will help you find ways to be authentic while exploring and utilizing new strategies for being both innovative and accountable. “The 3B’s” insights and tools can become natural to you, learn how to:

• Find the values that inspire accountability for you
• Engage others by supporting strategies for increasing individual accountability
• Demonstrate accountability to yourself and others that are clear and recognizable
• Deflect and re-direct resistant behaviors or perspectives
• Advocate for time and resources to innovate
• Develop a heightened acumen for understanding yourself and how others interact with you

REGISTRATION
Please register for this event at: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22B2JWTW5WF

The cost of this workshop and materials is $100.00. If you choose to pay via credit card or PayPal the cost is $110.00. Please send your payment in advance; checks can be made out to Promoting Brilliance, Inc. and mailed to the address listed below. These services are tax deductible.

Note: The cost of this workshop is included with our individual career development program rates. The cost of this workshop will be deducted from any future career development programs you engage with Promoting Brilliance after the event or if you enroll in our 2010 NetRayne™ workshop pass. If you would like more information about NetRayne™ workshop pass please let us know.

LOCATION OF BRILLIANT CONNECTIONS EVENT
Promoting Brilliance, Inc.
4001 Bryant Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Google Map Link: http://bit.ly/2dkYiI

CONTACT
Beth Wellesley at (612) 824-0454 | beth@promotingbrilliance.com or
Michael Peterson at (612) 824-0098 | michael@promotingbrilliance.com


#4 |New Media & Your Professional Identity

WHEN
October 26, 2010
4:00-4:30 p.m. | Workshop Focus
Individual Commercial Head Shots will be scheduled in 1.0-1.5 hour blocks starting at 1:00PM and ending at 6:30PM. We have room for 6 participants. The workshop content will be presented at one time.

WORKSHOP FOCUS
What does it take to create an ongoing professional presence using new media? This event will focus on what the skills and tools are that can be used by you that reflect your authentic self. There will also be the opportunity to have a professional visual image created of you for professional and personal use. We will focus on the following questions:

• What do people perceive about you when the view your new media content? There are many tools that can help you improve these perceptions, but first you must determine your own unique value and how to reflect it to others
• How can I build an effective presence for a clear communication about what I want to convey to others? There is no downside, as long as you put thoughtful effort behind any initiative.
• What capabilities or services may be best utilized in order to meet my needs and how to budget effectively for them, either through opportunity cost or expenditure?

REGISTRATION
Please contact Beth Wellesley or Michael Peterson directly. This information is listed below for your convenience.

Chloe Rohwer the professional photographer is exceptional. She is very skilled at capturing you in an authentic way that captures your professionalism too. You can learn more about her experience and services at: http://www.chloephotography.com. Chloe and her colleague, a professional make-up artist, has offered Promoting Brilliance clients an exceptional price at $475.00. This includes the workshop experience, makeup artist services, photography services, and an electronic file of your photos. Chloe is able to touch-up the photos you select as well as appropriately size it for your new media account requirements.

However, if you choose to pay via credit card or PayPal the cost is $500.00. Please send your payment in advance to hold your spot. Checks can be made out to Promoting Brilliance, Inc. and mailed to the address listed below.

LOCATION
Promoting Brilliance, Inc.
4001 Bryant Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Google Map Link: http://bit.ly/2dkYiI

CONTACT
Beth Wellesley at (612) 824-0454 | beth@promotingbrilliance.com or
Michael Peterson at (612) 824-0098 | michael@promotingbrilliance.com


#5 | Sustainable Life By Design
Featuring: The Workplace

WHEN
November 11, 2010
4:00-5:30 p.m. | Topic Focus
5:30-6:00 p.m. | Networking for those who opt in.

WORKSHOP FOCUS
You need to clear your head about just what is the real meaning of “getting ahead”. No matter if you are at mid-life and looking toward retirement or focusing on what your career paths (yes—that is plural) look like after finishing your educational endeavors. Be the author of your life’s script and write it with your own unique authentic voice.

Today’s workers are working more than many of its global competitors. More than 30% USA workers say they are “always” or “often” under continuous stress, more often because this is because of more work and projects than there are people for the results needed in the workplace. How can we resolve this dilemma?

This Sustainable Life By Design workshop highlights what you can do to manage your pace at work yet be an exceptional performer. Find out how to:

• Interact with others respectfully where Drama Busting™ is needed
• Determine the true value of blending with your career and life versus trading off
• Increase your Competency Currency™ by finding your values inside—using them outside to communicate
• Create flexibility for inevitable changes, either planned or unplanned
• Positively impact yourself, others and your workplace every day by promoting brilliance

REGISTRATION
Please register for this event at: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22B2JX3W63C

The cost of this workshop and materials is $100.00. If you choose to pay via credit card or PayPal the cost is $110.00. Please send your payment in advance; checks can be made out to Promoting Brilliance, Inc. and mailed to the address listed below. These services are tax deductible.

Note: The cost of this workshop is included with our individual career development program rates. The cost of this workshop will be deducted from any future career development programs you engage with Promoting Brilliance after the event or if you enroll in our 2010 NetRayne™ workshop pass. If you would like more information about NetRayne™ workshop pass please let us know.

LOCATION OF BRILLIANT CONNECTIONS EVENT
Promoting Brilliance, Inc.
4001 Bryant Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Google Map Link: http://bit.ly/2dkYiI

CONTACT
Beth Wellesley at (612) 824-0454 | beth@promotingbrilliance.com or
Michael Peterson at (612) 824-0098 | michael@promotingbrilliance.com


#6 | Keyssential™ Insights for 2011

WHEN
December 14, 2010
Note: A different workshop time starting on the topic focus at 3:30-5:00 p.m.
5:00-5:30 | Networking for those who opt in.

WORKSHOP FOCUS
Bring in 2011 with a fresh look at how you want to approach the New Year with your career and life. We will use the 8 Communication Insights within Keyssential’s learning tools to help you map out your professional goals and also enjoy the remainder of 2010. Learn more about your brilliance and how you can creatively interact with change, uncertainty, and collaboration as well as personal and professional development. Bring your questions, ideas and thoughts related to what you want to create in your career and life in 2011.

Preview Keyssential™
Keyssntial is a communication insight tool that provides a foundation for understanding the differences within people's perceptions and decision-making processes. It is very useful when building strategies for career, communication, collaboration and leadership. The Keyssential Facet Animation presentation is available at: http://www.promotingbrilliance.com/facetcards.htm

REGISTRATION
Please register for this event at: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22B2JXAW67L

The cost of this workshop and materials is $100.00. If you choose to pay via credit card or PayPal the cost is $110.00. Please send your payment in advance; checks can be made out to Promoting Brilliance, Inc. and mailed to the address listed below. These services are tax deductible.

Note: The cost of this workshop is included with our individual career development program rates. The cost of this workshop will be deducted from any future career development programs you engage with Promoting Brilliance after the event or if you enroll in our 2010 NetRayne™ workshop pass. If you would like more information about NetRayne™ workshop pass please let us know.

LOCATION OF BRILLIANT CONNECTIONS EVENT
Promoting Brilliance, Inc.
4001 Bryant Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Google Map Link: http://bit.ly/2dkYiI

CONTACT
Beth Wellesley at (612) 824-0454 | beth@promotingbrilliance.com or
Michael Peterson at (612) 824-0098 | michael@promotingbrilliance.com



OTHER PROMOTING BRILLIANCE WORKSHOP & SPEAKING TOPICS

Career Insurance for Creative Professionals
How To Design & Advocate Your Career Development Strategy

Today’s creative professionals often serve varied functional areas within an organization to meet diverse external client relationships. Combine this with ever-shifting strategies and priorities, along with the fact that there is very little time made available for career development and planning. Beth Wellesley of Promoting Brilliance will introduce new ideas and practical recommendations for focusing on individual skills and competencies required to champion your career success. Focusing on what is needed to engage effective communication and negotiation skills that are required for career development advocacy.

The reality today is that we are in continuous change and transition. Understanding our natural networking style and the skills required to expand our professional relationships is not only smart but also necessary for navigating this change and what Promoting Brilliance refers to as Career Insurance. This seminar will demonstrate how to build a constructive, customized strategy that matches your strengths and follows the Promoting Brilliance Find it inside-Use it outside self-leadership guide. Discover what works naturally for you from this program.

Guest Speaking & Other Workshop Topics
Beth Wellesley creates a timely, well-crafted presentation that fits your audience. Her creative self-expression and natural humor are conveyed with meaning that engages groups of all sizes, large and small. Our Promoting Brilliance team researches the needs of your audience and customizes valuable content and insights for a successful speaking or workshop event. Popular guest speaking and workshop offerings in 2010 are listed below.

• Leadership Brilliance™ Find it Inside—Use it Outside
• Collaboration Pilots™ Navigating innovation during times of change.
• Drama Busting™ Promoting objectivity and authentic communication.
• Career & Life Blending™ Self-leadership and performance prioritization.
• Career Brilliance™ Be the champion for your career.
• Keyssential™ Collaborating with different communication strengths.

Contact Us
Learn more about Promoting Brilliance group off-sites, facilitation services, guest speaking, and workshop services by contacting Michael Peterson at (612) 824-0098 or Beth Wellesley directly at (612) 824-0454.

Brilliant Connections Workshop Offering

2010 brings a name change to some of Promoting Brilliance's services. These changes were made this spring to streamline communications with our clients.

First, we've renamed our blog and monthly e-newsletter to Promoting Brilliance News. It will be an easy link from our website and we'll be sure to send an email to you when the technical connections have been made. In the meantime, you can view our new articles and updates at: http://news.promotingbrilliance.com

Second, we are happy to announce that Happy Hour Workshops will now come under the new heading Brilliant Connections, which reflects the increased relationship between NetRayne™ knowledge transfer and networking services to the our workshop subject matter. These events are designed for our career development, transition and NetRayne clients.

Networking Is A Form of Career Insurance

We will be presenting recommendations for building and improving career insurance to reach your career goals for the short and long-term.

People who are not naturally drawn to professional networking often tell me they don't realize how important it is until they lose a job. In light of the social networking buzz this topic is in the process of evolving and changing as well. Tools like LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter are great if you are utilizing them with a specific purpose. They also have advantages and disadvantages like any technology.

Although online networking sites provide a highly efficient way to cultivate contacts, they are not a replacement for personal interactions. Face-to-face meetings build rapport and relationships in a way that electronic communication cannot replicate. Continue to meet new people in-person even when you land your ideal "job". This can be a blind spot for many people. It's smart to build a wide, diverse range within your network. In other words, going beyond your field, industry or area of expertise to meet and get to know people.

Focus on helping others when you network. I keep hearing about how people have become more self-centered because of social media and less engaged in diplomacy or non-dramatic communication. It's practical and wise to authentically introduce people, offer a reference, offer solutions and, or even volunteer. It will come back to you, if you believe in what you are doing.

Many people are working longer hours than ever, especially due to the shrinking teams over the past year. Those who are working tell me they have little time to network or return calls and emails from people seeking their time for networking. I recommend putting one date aside on the calendar for 1-2 hours each month to follow-up with those folks by phone. They will understand and appreciate your follow through.

Remember to thank people as often as you can. Gratitude has sadly been neglected more recently due to economic stressors and people's demanding schedules.

Career Development Tops Survey List

Career development prospects top the criteria for job candidates considering a new employer:
- 40% said the potential for career development is the most important factor when choosing a new boss.

- Followed by 21% seeking work-life balance

- 15% stated innovative workplace

- 12% indicated competitive pay and benefits

NOTE: Survey results published by Right Management Inc. in January 2010.

Promoting People's Brilliance: February 2010

New Business Announcement - Imprint Photo Books
Promoting Brilliance client, Stephanie Nichols recently launched a new business Imprint Photo Books. They specialize in personalized photos books which are professionally designed, printed on archival quality paper, bound and custom hardcover bookbinding, all at a very affordable price. Learn more at: http://www.imprintphotobooks.com

Having difficulty managing heavy finance or accounting workloads? - Call NumberWorks
They are experts at matching accounting and finance contract candidates for interim or special projects. Contact Christina Tibesar at 612.230.7100 who will address your specific needs or learn more at: http://www.numberworksllc.com/.

Thinking about your health in 2010? - Organic Divas.com
What we put on our skin goes makes a difference. The Founder of Organic Diva, Ann Garrity shared her story at St. Thomas' First Friday luncheon on Feb 5. She is truly inspirational. Learn more about the topic of healthy, safe personal care products at: http://www.organicdivas.com

New Retail Business - Guild Design Collective
Twelve amazing people have formed a collective to create a unique, fun retail shop with handmade jewelry, cosmetics, gifts, antiques, as well as new and vintage clothing, Check them out at 4414 Excelsior Boulevard, St. Louis Park open Tuesday through Saturday's from 11AM to 6PM. Learn more at: http://www.guildcollective.wordpress.com

Enjoy Fresh Organic Veggies in 2010 - Hay River Farms
Farmer Jim Bruns is now accepting vegetable customers for the 2010 season. Veggie drop off sites are located in St. Paul, Minneapolis and at Target's corporate offices; running from July through October. Sign up and learn more at: http://www.hayriverfarm.com

Promoting People's Brilliance - December 2009

Love the Urban Junket's t.o.t.e. Collection—Made from recycled water bottles!
You must see what's new with the Urban Junket's canvas coated tote bags. Check them out at http://www.urbanjunket.com. And if you join their mailing list on their website you will receive an electronic coupon for your first online order. Urban Junket gives $1 from the sale of each t.o.t.e. bag to carbonfree.org. to help mitigate the emissions created in the production and transportation of their bags. Way to go!


Shop Apiary Design—Vintage Calendars and Stationary
If you are still looking for the perfect gift for someone look the Apiary Design online shop at: http://www.apiarydesign.com. Molly Woodland's new 2010 calendars are really lovely and make a wonderful gift. Apiary Design products are beautiful and they will definitely inspire you to write and send to those near and dear to your heart.


Need help getting and staying organized? Contact Collaborative Assistants, Inc.
Are you busy professional that needs help personally or professionally with administrative duties such as correspondence, meeting or event planning, and PowerPoint presentations? Collaborative Assistances works efficiently for you. Contact Darcy Jones, she is an experienced executive support professional. You can reach her directly at (612) 655-7302 or djones626@yahoo.com


Get ready for 2010 with TMW Partners—Providing bookkeeping support.
Are you a small business or busy individual seeking help with your bookkeeping or operational projects? TMW Partners is a great resource for you. Do you need help getting organized and prepared for tax season? Contact Linda Bueckers of TMW Partners. She is an excellent resource and experienced with QuickBooks. Reach Linda directly at (763) 244-5943 or linda@tmwpartners.com and learn more at: http://www.tmwpartners.com

Promoting People's Brilliance in November 2009

Shop Apiary Design Vintage-inspired Stationery for Your Holiday’s
Apiary Design products are available at select, retailers nationwide as well as their site at: http://www.apiarydesign.com. Molly Woodland launched Apiary Design in 2006 as a personal commitment to lure the modern world back to the thoughtfulness of the handwritten word.

Creative. Artistic. Unscripted. Studio Starfish—the way your photos should be.
Studio Starfish is a new boutique photography studio specializing in unique wedding images and modern portraits that reveal your personality and tell the true story of you. Schedule your session before December 7 and you’ll receive your photos in time for Christmas. Mention “Promoting Brilliance Inc.” and receive a box of 25 custom press-printed cards for FREE (a $50 value)! Call 612.817.6566 or visit http://www.studiostarfish.com for more information.

Uncommon Gardens—a wonderful little garden store in Southwest Minneapolis
You’ll find everything you need to beautify your world inside or out at this inspiring garden and gift store. Don’t miss Winter Fest on Saturday, November 21 from 11:00AM-3:00PM. Enjoy special discounts as well as free cocoa, cookies, while watching demonstrations on easy winter decorating ideas for pots, window boxes, wreaths, kissing balls, garlands and more. Located at 5750 Lyndale Ave South, Minneapolis and on the web at: http://www.uncommongardens.com

CL Blending Tips
Daily Bright Spots & Other Useful Tips

Observing Daily Bright Spots
People who have worked with Promoting Brilliance, Inc. know that we advocate for observing your Daily Bright Spots. This practice makes you aware of the many ways your day is going well and all of the good people and experiences you are creating, manifesting, and allowing into your work and personal life. Take note daily for 2-3 weeks and you will experience a subtle difference, many people tell us that it lifts their mood and makes them more confident. One thing is for sure—living in the Midwest this time of year as we experience less day light—it helps to observe and acknowledge the bright spots in your day!

Cause The Pause
Today more than ever people are looking for ways to find time and space to get in front of things. I often hear this as, “I need time to be strategic and innovative” or “ I need to make time for planning for next year” or I want to have more space weekly for creative thinking so I can develop something new.” At Promoting Brilliance we’ve coined the phrase—cause the pause. It is up to you to make time and space for this and there are many ways to do this. When you start out and want this to become a habit or a regular practice I do recommend that you plan it in your calendar like any other meeting. Simply schedule time for it. Consider your best time of day or a personal offsite. Remember we do offer these services at Promoting Brilliance as well. We invite you to cause the pause regularly.

Working & Sustainability
Many of you are working longer hours than ever before and yet you are often grateful because you know the current fear of being laid off. It’s important to consider sustainability with regard to the topic of how much you are working. If your boss is asking you to work less so you don’t burn out—listen! However, you may need some thing to help change your habit of logging back on after dinner night after night. Creating a change can begin by replacing your habits with something new. You may want to sign up for a class in the evenings 1-2 nights a week, there are lots of options like cooking classes, photography, or even a book club. The point is to create something new that will be energizing to you. I’m often told by many of my clients that they end up being a better professional or even solve problems while they are enjoying the change they have created.

Natural Impacts & Self-Trust
Doing something different naturally creates tension, anxiety and even fear. If you are experiencing these when you consider changing your lifestyle, approaching a project differently at work, interacting with someone in a different way, taking on more responsibilities and leadership or even looking for a new career opportunity—know that it is 100% natural to experience any of what we think of the more negative emotional experiences. 100% natural is not often popular, but know it is normal. All of this combined with the uncertainty that we have collectively been facing it is no wonder that people are dealing with stress and worry. Consider this: What brings you back to center? Where do you experience confidence? How do you cultivate trust and self-trust? Tell yourself and mean it—I can do it well!

If you are interested in learning more about Promoting Brilliance’s Career & Life Blending Programs or workshops please contact Beth Wellesley at (612) 824-0454 or beth@promotingbrilliance.com.

Promoting People's Brilliance: October 2009

Shop Award Winning Toys @ Manhattan Toy Company
This coming holiday season buy local from Twin Cities based toy company, Manhattan Toy. Choose from their award winning toys including Automoblox®, Groovy Girls®, Whoozit® and a variety of new unique products such as The Kreechers Klub™. Find the perfect gift for the kids in your life at: http://www.manhattantoy.com/. Plus receive free shipping on any order $25 or more. Just enter promo code FREE@$25 at checkout.

Social Media 101 for Small Business Owners and Individuals
Should your business be on Facebook? Is Twitter important? Find out what you need to know (and what you don't) about social media marketing for your business or your career from Natalie Greve at Spot On | Smart Business Marketing. Contact Natalie at (612) 805-9749 or natalie@spotonsearches.com. Mention Promoting Brilliance for special rates. Learn more at http://nataliegreve.extendr.com/

Maiden Minnesota 2009
This special event celebrates locale female business owners and their products. This year’s event takes place on November 5, 2009 from 5-9PM at The Graves 601 Hotel - Minneapolis. Find out how to buy tickets at: http://maidenminnesota.blogspot.com

La Chaya Bistro
Yum! Yum! This amazing neighborhood spot features flavors from the Mediterranean and Mexico. Make reservations online and learn more about their hours and menus at: http://www.laychaya.com

Gluten Free Bakery & Market
Who said living gluten free means living without flavor? Madwoman Bakery & Market, located at 47th & Nicollet Avenue South in Minneapolis, makes wonderful breads and delightful teacakes! Learn more about this unique bakery alternative at: http://www.madwmanfoods.com

Finding Your Career Fulfillment

Promoting Brilliance is dedicated to helping people master career fulfillment. I’ve been asked on a number of occasions if is it possible today to find career fulfillment given all of the economic and organizational challenges of this past year? My response is---yes! In some ways it is even more possible—because it is the perfect time to follow our motto—find it inside and use it outside. The truth is if you identify what matters to you in your career and life now—you are making yourself ready to respond effectively to the uncertainty of our times and strengthen your confidence to navigate further change.

Our career, leadership and collaboration programs and services focus on fulfillment, sustainability, innovation and economic performance. Because we work with individuals and organizations we are also often asked what types of people or organizations work with Promoting Brilliance?

Who Works With Promoting Brilliance?
Below is a summary of the qualities and identifiers that individuals, managers or leaders often possess when engaging our services and programs.

• Professionals or people interested in a professional career (students through retirement)
• People who desire aligning their values and interests with their work and/or work environment
• People seeking strategic innovation, inspiration and insight for their career and life
• People experiencing subtle to significant change in their career or organizational direction
• People willing to financially invest in themselves as well as their work related and non-work related relationships
• People who value communication and the alignment of communication with decision-making (both self-communication and with others

Promoting People's Brilliance: September 2009

Service Support for Small Business Owners and Individuals
Are you seeking help with your small business bookkeeping, administration or operations projects? Perhaps you need help keeping up with your family bookkeeping duties or need to get organized and prepare for the next tax season? Linda Bueckers of TMW Partners is an excellent resource and she is experienced with QuickBooks. Contact Linda directly at (763) 244-5943 or linda@tmwpartners.com Learn more about TMW Partners services at http://www.tmwpartners.com/index.html

Growth Through Volunteerism
Promoting Brilliance client, Linda Rasch, grows new farmers through her volunteer work with the Minnesota Food Association. This nonprofit trains beginning farmers in sustainable, organic vegetable production so that one-day they can own their own farms. You can support this important work and learn more at: http://www.mnfoodassociation.org

Energy producing foods for your Career & Life Blending needs:
- Think Products
These wonderful products have 20 grams of protein and also contain no sugar or gluten. You can purchase them on-line at Amazon or find them locally at Lund’s or Kowalski’s markets. Find out more about their products too at: http://www.thinkproducts.com/index.php

- Farm Fresh, Organic Vegetables
This summer our family enjoyed fresh, organic vegetables each week from Hay River Farms, run by Jim Bruns. We signed up for a weekly share in March or April and received fresh produce from July through October. Jim sends a newsletter each with week with cooking tips and interesting stories about what’s happening on the farm. You can contact Jim at hayriverfarm@gmail.com or learn more at: http://www.hayriverfarm.com.

- Free Directory of Organic Food Resources
Here’s a link to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s free directory: http://www3.mda.state.mn.us/mngrown/

Biography of a Modern Day Healthcare Hero: Dr. Paul Farmer
Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, A Man Who Would Cure The World, by Tracy Kidder

Promoting People's Brilliance: August 2009

Fabulous Art
I know so many talented people and I wanted to tell you about a local artist, Connie Kroskin. I can't help but promote her brilliance. You can preview her work at: http://www.conniekroskin.com

A Great Read
Feeling like you can't afford a vacation? Read The Geography of Bliss by Eric Weiner. You can find out more on his website at: http://www.ericweinerbooks.com/content/index.asp

10 Healthy Lunches Ideas You Can Take To Work
In case you were wondering there are "grown-up lunch" ideas available, including recipes and a grocery list to make it easier. You can find this link at: http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/cheap-and-healthy-brown-bag-lunch-ideas-for-grownups