The Art of Empowerment: Honor Your Journey

One of the most beautiful gifts that we have as human beings is the power of choice. We can make choices that can alter the trajectory of our lives. Regardless of what stage you are at in life, realize that you do have the power of choice. Even if you have been wearing the proverbial mask and hiding who you truly are, realize that you are never “stuck” in your life. A situation may have persisted in your life for a long time, yet one day you make the choice that it’s time for a major change. When you make the choice, this time, it’s different. You not only set the intention, you develop a plan and take the action steps required to move towards your goal in a focused way.

You are now willing to take risks to achieve your dreams. You are not concerned about what other people say or who approves or disapproves of you. In other words, you have finally owned your power as a woman. Owning your power as a woman means that you fully embrace your gifts and your talents with no apologies. It also means that you have the maturity and the wisdom to deal with your choices and consequences come what may.

Owning your power means taking full stock of your life. It means having a vision and assessing where you are now and ultimately where you want to be. And more importantly, who you want to be. If there is a major gap in the vision that you have for your life, now is the time to get truly focused on your highest priorities and bring them to fruition.

At the same time, while working towards your dreams, honor your life’s journey so far. Many people belittle their lives because they have not had from their perspective any major accomplishments according to “society’s standards.|” As a woman, honor the totality of your life’s journey and your accomplishments! Honor them all in the various family and social roles that you play in life.

A woman who owns her power takes credit in a humble way and stops comparing herself to other people. She knows that her life’s journey is unique. The way you love, your joy, your gifts, your talents, your relationships and how you relate to the world are uniquely yours. Similarly, your pain, your struggles, your challenges, and your wounds have all played a role for you to become the strong and capable woman that you are now.

You have so many gifts and talents that the world needs. God, the Divine, the Christ Consciousness, Source; however, you define the universal power has put you on this earth for a reason. Honor your life’s journey as that is how the Divine envisioned you fulfilling your destiny.

As published in Sibyl Magazine: For the Spirit and Soul of a Woman (February 2016)

The Art of Empowerment: Trust the Divine

I’m sure that many of you can relate that you become reflective when your birthday arrives. I recently celebrated a birthday and one of the things that I always do is give thanks for all of my blessings. Birthdays are a wonderful opportunity to reflect, give thanks for our blessings and enjoy time with people who are important to us.

Birthdays, are also an excellent time to celebrate your accomplishments so far in life and take stock of where you are in terms of important goals. The key word is CELEBRATE! Celebrate what you have accomplished in your life. Those accomplishments could be with your family, your career, your volunteer work, your faith or just simply celebrate who you are at this point in time.

When reflecting on goals (and working hard to achieve them) the finish line can seem so far off that you may start to feel discouraged. Don’t get caught up into that comparative analysis mode where you are keeping score against other people. We all know that is a losing game.

During important milestones like birthdays when you reflect on goals that you have yet to achieve, you may think disempowering thoughts. Some of those thoughts might be: I’m too old, I’m too young, I don’t have the money, I don’t have the talent, I don’t have the time to achieve this goal. The list could go on. When thoughts like these occur, remember to be gentle with yourself. Realize that it is necessary to learn how to cultivate your inner resources so that you can overcome disempowering thoughts and move towards inspired action.

Your inner resources could include your spirituality, your courage, your kindness and your compassion among many things. In order to do this, you will often need time to reflect, meditate or pray to ensure that you are focusing in on the right priorities and goals in your life. When you take the time to get silent and go inward to listen to your intuition you will find that the Divine will guide you to the answers that you need. You DO have the gifts, talents and tools to accomplish your goals.

When you face challenges or feel discouraged, learning to call on the Divine to give you the strength you need is a power that you should never forget that you have. It is a power that we all have at our disposal seven days a week, 24 hours a day. The Divine will always support us, helping us move towards goals that are for our highest good. Next time a birthday, anniversary or milestone occurs and you find yourself reflecting on what you have yet to achieve, consider a different approach. Instead, celebrate your life, count your blessings, give thanks and trust that your goals (and everything else!) are in the palm of the Divine’s hands.

As published in Sibyl Magazine: For the Spirit and Soul of a Woman (March 2016 issue)

Interviewed on The Brave Entrepreneur Podcast

My interview with branding expert Jena Rodriguez is now live on itunes. Jena Rodriguez is a brand strategist, national speaker, author, and founder of Brand With Jena based out of Texas. She interviewed me for her podcast: The Brave Entrepreneur where she discusses how entrepreneurs can be brave in both business and in life.

In the interview, we discussed how people can step into their authentic power as entrepreneurs and professionals. I discuss tips to be an effective speaker and why you should no longer put your dreams on hold. The time to start working on your dreams and goals is now! It was an honour to be interviewed.

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE PODCAST:
The Brave Entrepreneur Interview

Deborah Austin is interviewed on the Brave Entrepreneur Podcast.

Deborah Austin is interviewed on the Brave Entrepreneur Podcast.

My interview with branding expert Jena Rodriguez is now live on itunes. Jena is a brand strategist, national speaker, author, and founder of Brand With Jena. She interviewed me for her podcast: The Brave Entrepreneur where she discusses how entrepreneurs can be brave in both business and in life.

We discussed how people can step into their authentic power as entrepreneurs and professionals.

Date: April 4, 2016
Time: 08:00 am
Appearance: The Brave Entrepreneur Podcast
Outlet: The Brave Entrepreneur
Location: Texas
Format: Podcast

Deborah Austin is interviewed on The Brave Entrepreneur

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My interview with branding expert Jena Rodriguez is now live on itunes. Jena is a brand strategist, national speaker, author, and founder of Brand With Jena. She interviewed me for her podcast: The Brave Entrepreneur where she discusses how entrepreneurs can be brave in both business and in life.

We discussed how people can step into their authentic power as entrepreneurs and professionals. It was an honor to be interviewed. Thank you Jena.

The Brave Entrepreneur Interview

On March 29th, I will be a featured speaker at the Swift Networking event at 70 Down Lounge in Yorkville. Come out and network with other professionals. The title of my presentation is: Become the Powerful Speaker that You Are Destined to Be!

Creating a business and a life that you love requires that you step into your authentic power. Part of that power involves developing your unique voice as a speaker. As an entrepreneur and professional learning to become a powerful speaker will enable you to position yourself as a leader, attract clients and new opportunities to you. Attend this event and learn tips and techniques to Become a Powerful Speaker!

Date: March 29, 2016
Time: 06:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Event: Deborah Austin Featured Speaker at the "Swift Networking" Event on March 29th
Topic: Become the Speaker that You Are Destined To Be!
Sponsor: Social and Business Networking Events
Venue: 70 Down Lounge
Location: 70 Yorkville Avenue
Toronto
Canada
Public: Public

The Speak to Sell Virtual Bootcamp with Lisa Sasevich

Dear Friend,
I hope all is well. It’s Deborah Austin here and I’m sharing information about a remarkable program with you. The Speak to Sell Virtual Bootcamp by Lisa Sasevich can help you package and monetize your expertise. As a heart-centered expert, professional or entrepreneur, I know that you have a dream in your heart to build a business or get your expertise known where you deeply serve people with your talents. You want to be able to make a difference in the world while making your passion profitable.

Many people are “the best kept secret” as they don’t know where to begin to get their brilliance out into the world. If you’re like a lot of heart-centered entrepreneurs, professionals and experts, there may be a secret desire you’re still holding on to that if you keep doing awesome work, eventually someone will come along and “discover” you. The problem is that the odds are against you. So what happens is people let their dreams languish…..and even die. Some people give up on their dreams entirely and continue to live a mediocre life that they are not passionate about. I don’t want this to happen to you! The Speak to Sell Program is THE program that helped me to jump start my entrepreneurial journey teaching me how to package and monetize my expertise. I am starting to fulfill my dreams. What about you?

Pre-Register for the Speak-to-Sell Virtual Bootcamp to be Ready When it Opens Once Again!

The Speak to Sell Virtual Bootcamp is Open

The Speak to Sell program is helping me to connect with my ideal clients and obtain speaking engagements. I started as an entrepreneur from the ground up without a business background. My Honours BA university degree is in International Relations and the majority of my professional experience is in the public service. Now as a transformation expert, my mission is helping people develop powerful communication and leadership skills so that they can have the success that they deserve!

I believe strongly in this program because it kick started my success journey that I’m sharing the benefits with you. Have you been waiting for years to step up and get started! Who are you waiting for permission or approval from to release your brilliance, serve people deeply and make a difference in the world. Start building your business today with the Speak to Sell Virtual Bootcamp Program.

Get Your Brilliance Out Into The World Now! You can Pre-Register below for updates once the program launches again:
Get Your Expertise and Brilliance Out Into The World!

Lisa Sasevich, the Queen of Sales Conversion is a world renowned sales expert, famous for her Speak to Sell Virtual Bootcamp Program. Through her programs, she has been helping people for years to package and monetize their expertise and has thousands of successful clients worldwide.

Stay tuned for the Speak to Sell Registration When it Opens for a Limited Time!
Speak to Sell Virtual Bootcamp Registration is Open for a Limited Time!

But here’s some great news. You don’t have to wait anymore to be discovered! When you decide to crown yourself and assume the throne as the expert and industry leader that you were meant to be, everything changes. And if that makes sense to you and you’re ready to step up and assume the throne, this last video from Lisa Sasevich’s brand new training series will show you the exact steps to start now. In this video, Lisa is also opening up registration into her Speak-to-Sell Virtual Bootcamp. This is her highly sought-after training where she holds your hand as you craft an offer that is truly irresistible to your ideal clients and then a presentation, or what she calls a Speak-to-Sell Signature Talk, that leads seamlessly to your offer.

When you invest in the program and use my registration link (send me the confirmation) as a special bonus, I will be offering you a special executive level coaching package that will compliment your Speak to Sell Talk. Having been through the program myself and used it successfully to acquire clients and obtain speaking engagements, I have a unique perspective that can help you. My expertise is helping people become powerful speakers. I’ve coached people from various backgrounds including: MBAs, PhDs, entrepreneurs, small business owners and professionals. Let’s together ensure that this year is your breakthrough and breakout year! Learn to Speak to Sell with Lisa Sasevich and Deborah Austin!

Wishing you infinite success!

Deborah
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Deborah Austin, DTM
Speaker – Writer – Trainer
Coach & Consultant
Tel: 416-546-3390
deborah@deborahangelaustin.com
www.deborahangelaustin.com

Get a FREE associate level Women Speakers Association Membership Today!

Dear Friend,
I can’t emphasize enough the power that community has for your career, profession or business. It’s what connects, empowers, and develops us. Community is what keeps us accountable and grounds us. As a woman professional, speaker or entrepreneur you are committed to excellence in all that you do. You know that support and community pays a huge part in your success. Most importantly, it opens doors that we never could have imagined. So what’s your community? Mine is the Women Speakers Association, a global network of women in over 120 countries across six continents.

As a Premier Member of the Women’s Speaker Association, I can attest that I’ve received benefits that have helped me to grow personally and professionally. The resources were invaluable as I begun my speaking, training, coaching and consulting business a few months ago. It can be overwhelming when you start a new business and the Women Speakers Association has resources that can help.

To join as an Associate Member today it is FREE! Join today and learn about the valuable resources.

Click here to join FREE as an associate member:
Free Associate Level – Women Speakers Association Membership

If you choose to later upgrade as a Premier member you will have access to the following which will help grow your business. The Premium Member level benefits are:

Online Member Directory
Global Industry Calendar
Weekly Twitter SpeakerChats
Collaborative Live Events
Exclusive Members-Only Gifts
Discounts & Much More

Your Premier Membership will more than pay for itself as you generate more leads, land more speaking gigs, boost your visibility and credibility, and sell more products and services.

Register for this amazing community through the link below. Remember that your associate membership is FREE!

Free Associate Level – Women Speakers Association Membership

If you would like more information please feel free to reach out at deborah@deborahangelaustin.com

I wish you continued success!

Deborah
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Deborah Austin, DTM
Speaker – Writer – Trainer
Coach & Consultant
deborah@deborahangelaustin.com
www.deborahangelaustin.com

Book Recommendation: Influence:The Psychology of Persuasion

In the book Influence:The Psychology of Persuasion, Robert Cialdini, PhD outlines the psychology of why people say yes. Cialdini is a professor of both psychology and marketing. In addition, he has his own consulting firm and is a sought after international speaker. The book was a culmination of research and essentially outlines for readers ways in which they can learn how to persuade effectively. The book examines how readers can use, “triggers” or “weapons of influence” to persuade people to take a certain course of action. The six psychological triggers outlined are universal principles that Cialdini’s research revealed. The six triggers are: reciprocity, commitment & consistency, liking, authority, social proof and scarcity.

The book is a fascinating read and the examples used really emphasize why each of the principles are important. While published decades ago, the book is still influential and has been referenced numerous times both in psychology and in marketing circles. If you are interested in becoming more persuasive in your business or your personal life, pick up a copy today so that you can learn the psychology behind what it takes for people to say yes to you.

I will be the featured speaker at the July 20th Accelerated Network meeting of the eWomen Network Toronto Chapter event. The title of my talk is: Become the Powerful Speaker that You are Destined to Be!

Date: July 20, 2016
Time: 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Event: Featured Speaker at the eWomen Network Toronto Chapter Event
Topic: Become the Powerful Speaker that You Are Destined to Be!
Sponsor: eWomen Network (Toronto) Chapter
Venue: TBA
Location: Toronto, Ontario