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Create. Inspire. Serve!
July, 2013 |
| Welcome! What do we tell ourselves in our organizations about what we do and why we do it? Is the information consistent and accurate? I find that team members often aren't aware of how the organization got started, its successes, and even its setbacks. Without this information, is it possible to really represent the organization well? Stories are an effective, powerful way to communicate this information. To learn more, see the Creativity Tip below. Enjoy!  |
| Creativity Tip: Four Stories Every Organization Needs to Have
How do you convey your values, create meaning for what you do, or transfer expertise and skill? If you're not using stories, you're missing the proverbial boat.
Organizations can consciously use stories to help transfer knowledge and create buy-in not only externally, but internally as well. Stories that accurately and authentically reflect the organization's culture and values can be deliberately developed and shared to support employee engagement and loyalty and provide the context for conversation and knowledge management.
Click on this photo to watch a video about the four stories every organization needs to have.
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News and Upcoming Events
September 12, 2013 "Your Story and Your Brand Walk Hand in Hand" NAWBO Phoenix Phoenix, AZ
November 7, 2013 "Tell Your Story for Impact and Investment!" 21st Annual Nonprofit Conference on Sustainability Strategies ASU Lodestar Center Phoenix, AZ
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"Your Story and Your Brand Walk Hand in Hand"
Does your team know the meaning, value and reason for your work? Can your audience articulate that clearly? Does it reflect the truth?
Make sure your team is communicating what really matters. Andrea's new coaching, training and consulting program delivers concrete results so you can experience greater opportunity and prosperity.
"Andrea's program on branding was a huge success! Andrea helped our members take a deep and focused look at the language they use to differentiate themselves, how they back that up with their introductory speech, and how to create engagement with potential customers in an enjoyable and meaningful way. I highly recommend her." Micki Lang, Assistant Executive Officer, Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS®
Contact Andrea to schedule a Discovery Conversation so you can cut through the confusion and deliver clear, powerful messages. Andrea only schedules a few of these per week, so call or email to schedule yours at 602-769-3674 or [email protected]. |
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Tell Your Story! In every issue we focus on an individual or organization that is making a difference in our world. This issue, we are featuring Cultivate South Phoenix, or CUSP.
Cultivate South Phoenix Inspires Community Wellness
"I try to walk my dog and I'm surrounded by a pack of stray dogs."
This comment was just one of a number of comments expressed to ASU graduate students studying the South Phoenix community about the fear these community members experience walking through the neighborhood. Conversations like these, and the ideas they generate, are one of the main reasons people connected to South Phoenix are excited about CUSP.
Cultivate South Phoenix (CUSP) is a coalition of residents and organizations committed to inspiring community wellness in South Phoenix through a broad range of initiatives.
The coalition works with the public school system to allow a holistic response to the needs and strengths of each child and family within the South Phoenix area.
To address the stray dog problem, the ASU students proposed creating a Dog Rehabilitation Center -- a school for dogs -- located at Brooks Academy -- a school -- that would offer job training to the community -- a trade school. In other words, a school within a school within a school!
Participants at the center would be trained for several animal-oriented professions including dog trainer, dog groomer, kennel attendant, and pet sitter. Students may then go on to learn other occupations such as veterinarian assistant, veterinarian technician or veterinarian.
These kinds of innovative ideas are the result of a partnership focused on building on strengths and taking a collaborative approach to problem solving. If you'd like to learn more about CUSP, please email [email protected].
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Looking for a Vocalist? I'd love to entertain your guests at your next event with your favorite song and a selection of contemporary, light jazz and country favorites!
New Song Release! One Heart, One Mind by Andrea Beaulieu and Richard Palalay
A moment (actually 5 minutes) of musical delight for only $.99! Richard and Andrea have come together to create heartfelt and uplifting music that is emotionally and spiritually exciting and reminds us of our connection to one another.
One Heart One Mind is a song for our time. The song begins with Richard's poignant solo piano intro that draws you in with its simple and evocative mood, setting the stage for Andrea's exquisite and stirring vocals. It picks up tempo and takes the listener on a transcendent orchestral and choral journey filled with hope and happiness. Interested in hiring Andrea to wow your audience at your next event? Contact her at [email protected] or 602-769-3674. |
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Andrea Beaulieu provides inspired coaching, consulting and communication artistry to individuals and organizations committed to making a difference. She helps clients do brilliantly and authentically what many people would rather die than do -- speak in public! Her services include speaking, story performance and presentation skills coaching and training, and strategic brand message consulting, coaching and training. She is the author of two books, "Finding Your Authentic Voice, Seven Practices to Free the Real You and Find Love, Happiness and Fulfillment," and "Ah Ha! 100 Flashes of Insight and Inspiration from Your Authentic Voice." |