How to create a new career with a retirement transition coach

Nov 29, 2018 | Business, Coaching, empowerment, Women

How to create a new career with a retirement transition coach

There are all sorts of challenges when you’re faced with retirement. The non-financial ones can diminish the financial ones if you’re not prepared. This is where having a dedicated retirement transition coach can reduce the stress of change, give you great ideas, ask questions that open the door to the future or be your accountability partner.

Plan ahead for your new-found freedom

In retirement, there are no reviews, prescribed activities, lunches, work you feel is important to do. That might seem like a wonderful thing now. However plan ahead because otherwise you might find that you’ve wasted the first few years of retirement, fallen into a rut, missed connecting with others, or become a couch potato.

This is where a retirement transition coach is useful. With a retirement transition coach, you’ll be able to take “leaps forward” planning and getting into new work and non-work activities that are meaningful and productive. You’ll have a neutral coach who shares your goals with you and wants you to win in this important time of your life. Remember the work, persistence, and stamina it took to get the career going? Retirement takes work too. You deserve an empowering, experienced, resourceful, success-oriented coach in this transitionary process.

Women – want to give to yourself but don’t? 7 ways to cure this.

Nov 26, 2018 | Coaches Corner, Coaching, Women

There are two questions I ask my women coaching clients and the guests of my women’s training.

Joel leading class This is the first one, “Do you give to yourself the way you give to others?” 9 out of 10 times, the answer is “no.” Doesn’t matter where she stands in life. Some men do this too, but I most often hear this from women.

Whether it’s you or someone you care about and maybe worry about, why is this? What can she do about it? What can we do about it?

One of the breakthrough conversations I have is based on this tried and true formula: Event—> Beliefs —> Emotions —> Behaviors (actions we do or don’t do, when your belief is fixed, it becomes a habit and unconscious to you) —> Consequences (the personal pay off) —> Impact (on others).

So if the action is “not giving to herself the way she gives to others,” let’s reverse the formula…What’s the source of the belief? Where did it start? What events? Here’s what I have learned. They say, “I don’t give to myself because…”

It was how I was taught to be – it’s expected. It’s what I saw my mother do.
I don’t feel worthy.
I was taught to go it alone… because there was no one there to help me.
It’s a luxury. I can’t afford it.
I would be being selfish.
It feels good to give. (Yes, and this doesn’t answer the question. I prompt for why this doesn’t include her.)
I’m humble. (Being humble does not mean suffering and giving up your personal power.)

To give to oneself would be a big change for the women who have this embedded belief. But imagine for a moment that they do make this change… how would they be (and perhaps you be)? More energy, better health, happier, sexier, more peaceful, and less stressed?

Suggestions on what to do:

Tithe for you. 10% of what you make goes in your goody jar that you spend on you. Same for when you do something for others. Make a note about it with a promise of something that you will give to you.
Treat yourself like your own best friend.
Let someone give to you. People feel good when they give! Being a receiver is very different from being a taker.
Learn to ask for what you want.
Practice rest and renewal.
It doesn’t matter when or where you learned it; it’s a belief, not a fact. Challenge that belief.
Get an accountability partner who will assist you in giving to yourself. Find a coach.

You don’t have to go at this alone!

The beauty of empowering-based coaching is that you can achieve a new life and perspective for yourself. You are your own best friend, and once you realize and achieve that, you will be empowered to take on anything life throws your way.

If you would like to learn more about my coaching services and have a chat with me about your goals, give to yourself and take advantage of my complimentary coaching conversation.

If you have comments or feedback regarding this blog, I want to hear from you. For suggestions on how to empower women to give to themselves, connect and send thoughts and feedback here.

Joel M Photos by Demetrious Mogul

Women, take care of your bodies. When intuition fires up, you must act.

Sep 3, 2018 | Women

Women, take care of your bodies. When intuition fires up, you must act.

serena and baby olympia

In our most recent history about women’s health, we’ve learned that two of our women heroes thankfully trusted their intuition about their bodies. They trusted their gut instincts and insisted on having their physical vitals checked as a result of their pregnancies.

“What Serena Williams’s scary childbirth story says about medical treatment of black women….Black women are often dismissed or ignored by medical care providers. Williams wasn’t an exception” (Source)

As a result, we have Serena, going into the US Open, ready to rock the world once again as the Champion that she is and with a healthy beautiful baby girl and Beyoncé, looking gorgeous as ever and singing, rocking her twins. You can read about Beyoncé in “Her Own Words: Her Life, Her Body, Her Heritage”

Ladies, we must trust our intuition when it comes to our health. It may seem strange to say, but we are the only ones inside our bodies. Health comes first in this domain that we rule. If who you go to for your medical care isn’t listening, you must find someone who will. Surround yourself with people who lift you up not bring you down. Eat as healthy as you can – fruits, veggies, eliminate the sugary drinks. Know your medical history. Ask questions and talk – say what hurts. Listen, learn, speak and act in your own best interests.

Joel Martin, Ph.D., MA, BFA, Wharton Fellow is an international practitioner of leadership development, diversity, and inclusion and an executive coach. She’s focused on what works now in the real world and how to apply it in ways that matter. She is a 15+ Year International Training Designer and Facilitator, President Triad West Inc., Founder Positively Powerful Woman Awards and Programs and is known as the Transformation Generator.

Reciprocity Is A Powerful Key To Your Business Success

Aug 23, 2018 | Business, Careers, Goals, Women

Reciprocity Is A Powerful Key To Your Business Success

When I opened the Triad West Positively Powerful Program division some time ago, I knew that sponsorships and marketing would be important in the development of my Woman Awards, Summits and other events for transformational leadership. Being a tenacious learner and collaborative person, I asked a very successful and influential corporate woman who was a great sponsor and philanthropist, “How do you make an ask (the term used for requesting funding)?” She said one word, “Reciprocity”.

Reciprocity: mutual dependence, action, or influence. The practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit.

I’ve never forgotten this. At the time, like many entrepreneurs with a good idea, I didn’t have a lot of marketing dollars to build on but what I did have were my own unique ways to authentically reciprocate. They have proven to be beneficial in building my relationships and businesses. Here’s how reciprocity works. It is not just about the money.

Successful businesses are based on successful relationships.
Advocate for other people that you believe in. In the case of a company, tweet about them.
Do virtual introductions and include why you are introducing them to each and what’s great about them.
Respond authentically and in a positive manner to those that write, call, or email you. Do this consistently. Your silence could close the door on future beneficial opportunities for you and if nothing else make them wonder about the quality of the friendship.
Support others financially to the extent that you can but don’t jeopardize your own financial situation. The same is true when your time, treasure, and talents are requested.
Be kind and considerate. Don’t criticize or gossip about others.
Say “no” with grace, empathy, and compassion when you are not the asker but the one who is being asked.
You are a philanthropist – own it – and give what you can financially, with support, with wisdom, and/or by inspiring others. All of these are ways to make meaningful deposits into the banking account of your life. Reciprocity is giving back and paying it forward with intention.

“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Dr. Maya Angelou

Joel Martin, Ph.D., MA, BFA, Wharton Fellow is an international practitioner of leadership development, diversity, and inclusion and an executive coach. She’s focused on what works now in the real world and how to apply it in ways that matter. She is a 15+ Year International Training Designer and Facilitator, President Triad West Inc., Founder Positively Powerful Woman Awards and Programs known and is known as the Transformation Generator.

12 ways Women can take their lives, careers, and leadership to a higher level.

Aug 22, 2018 | Business, Career Advice, Careers, Coaching, Events, Leadership, Women

12 ways Women can take their lives, careers, and leadership to a higher level.

Photos show previous attendees of the Positively Powerful Woman 3-Day Workshops and Retreats held in Phoenix, Arizona and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

It’s your time! You are a working woman who has already attained a measure of accomplishment. Whatever your level of accomplishment, you passionately want to take your life, results, and contributions to a higher level personally, professionally, socially and/or globally. You know everything you want to accomplish can’t be done with an app or a book. You want real-time ready to go life-changing tools that work consistently.

This is for you! The Triad West Positively Powerful interactive workshop retreat designed for women looking to advance their lives, their contributions, and their careers in today’s workforce. It happens this year on October 4, 5 & 6 Thursday: 8 AM Registration. Workshop 9 AM to 6 PM Each Day with lunch at the beautiful Franciscan Renewal Center, 5802 E Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253. (more information)

Enhance your leadership abilities.
Be inspired, empowered and motivated.
Discover how to handle difficult conversations in unwelcoming situations.
Accelerate your success using the “7-Step Creation Process”.
Get out of your comfort zone and into strategic risks and choices.
Discover your “Immunity To Change” and what to do about it.
Share your “Positively Powerful Women’s Journey” and have authentic conversations and network with other exceptional women. Form a collaborative strategic community.
Have time to relax, be joyful, and have fun.
Discover/rediscover your purpose, vision, gifts, leadership strengths and your competitive edge.
Leave with an Action Plan and strategic network.
Leave feeling more confident, assertive, refreshed, energetic and free.
Work with a proven breakthrough performance specialist.

Join me, Dr. Joel Martin 15+ Year International Transformation Generator. Training Designer & Facilitator, President Triad West Inc., Founder Positively Powerful Woman Awards and Programs. I have had the privilege of working with thousands of women across the US and globally. I understand your brilliance and the amazing possibilities that await you in the 3 days. I am 100% dedicated to your accomplishment.

Reward and recognize with this 3 day women’s retreat

Aug 17, 2018 | Business, Leadership, transformation, Women

Your women employees are interested in learning new skills. In addition to helping you both achieve your goals, here’s why it is an excellent idea to register her for the Triad West Inc. (TWI) 3-Day Positively Powerful Woman Leadership Intensive Retreat. Thursday, October 4, 2018, 8 AM to Saturday, October 6, 2018, 6 PM. Franciscan Retreat Center, 5802 E Lincoln Dr, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253.

Here’s how this Triad West Inc. Leadership Retreat benefits your women employees.

A supportive environment for her practice of skills. We know it takes experience and understanding to accomplish new skills. They can’t be learned as effectively from an app or a book. Learning by doing has no substitute. The Retreat is interactive experiential education where one day builds on the next to a transformative conclusion.
Designed and delivered by an expert. Joel Martin, Ph.D., MA, BFA, Wharton Fellow is an international practitioner of leadership development. She’s focused on what works now in the real world and how to apply it in ways that matter. In addition, your employee will be learning alongside their peers from other organizations, gaining knowledge, discussing best practices, and expanding their network. Previous attendees agree that Dr. Joel Martin, President, and Owner of Triad West Inc. makes a real difference. Her work is highly rated, effective and produces long-lasting breakthrough performance and empowerment. That is why she is affectionately called “The Transformation Generator.”
Tools, tips, and strategies designed to improve abilities. The retreat is designed to make a positively powerful difference in women’s abilities to have skills that they use back on the job long after the completion of the retreat. They report feeling more self-confident and empowered in the face of any challenge.
An Experiential Education. While we know that three days may seem like a lot, by investing that time to truly learn, practice and master new skills in a supportive and inclusive retreat is worth the time and money.

If you still feel like you cannot spare your employee for the retreat, consider this: It is designed for working women who have attained a measure of accomplishment and who passionately want to take their lives, results and contributions to a higher level personally, professionally, socially and/or globally. She will have some fun and time enjoying the weather and the beautiful surroundings. And…It is your way of saying, “I believe in you and your abilities.”

If you have any questions, contact Dr. Joel Martin directly at +1 (480) 221-5686 or by email at jpmartin@triadwest.com. You may register your employee online here.

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