Hi Christelle,
In last week’s newsletter, we explored the big gap between where you are now and where you want to be, and brainstormed ways to start bridging that gap.
The key takeaway? It’s about creating a list of possibilities, no matter how messy or incomplete they may seem.
This next step (taking the first step to bridge that big gap) can often feel like the hardest part.
But after the work we did last week, you now have a few smaller, manageable actions you can take and, if needed, you can break them down even further.
For me, the first step when transitioning from the construction industry to the world of empowerment was clear: I recognized I could start with the connections I already had. I reached out to people in my network who were involved in professional and networking organizations, even if they were only members, and asked if they could introduce me.
And you know what? It wasn’t complicated at all. I simply scheduled a coffee-break moment to go through my list of contacts and identify who I could reach out to. It was small, doable, and non-intimidating. I committed to doing this weekly to build steady momentum. That was it. Simple, yet powerful.
Coaching-Infused Reflection
What’s the first small step you can take today?
Think about:
- What’s one small thing you can do today to move forward, even if it’s just a tiny action?
- Which action feels the least scary and most doable?
- What’s one step you’ve been putting off that could be the key to unlocking the next phase?
Take Charlene, a marketing manager, who was facing a daunting career goal but felt overwhelmed about where to begin. Instead of trying to figure out everything at once, she took one small step: scheduling a 10-minute call with a mentor. That call sparked her momentum and helped her take more action!
Now, what’s ONE action you WILL take after this reflection?
Don’t wait for perfection!
Choose one small step you can take right now, whether it’s sending that email, taking that call, or simply researching your next move.
It’s time to take that first step. You’ve got this!
Let’s Keep the Momentum Going!
Curious about how to break things down into small, doable steps and start making real progress?
Then just schedule a call with me here!
Upcoming Events & Latest News
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Missed last Friday’s Coaching-Infused Conversation Sample? You can still join the next one on Sept. 3 – or listen to a separately recorded (and longer) version on my YouTube Channel, or read the article version here!
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Sep. 3, 2025 - No Role Models? No Problem... because You’re the One You’ve Been Waiting for! (a Coaching-Infused Conversation Sample – A live, small-group conversation to experience personal insight and gentle action!)
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Sep. 16, 2025 - Recalculating... A Career GPS Conversation (a Coaching-Infused Conversation Sample – A live, small-group conversation to experience personal insight and gentle action!)
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Sep. 23, 2025 - Ellevate Circle "50+ Professionals": Is Your Life a Ready-Made Meal… or One You Designed Yourself?
Check the Events page for details and registrations!
Go for that first steps!
Christelle (Self-Leadership Awakener – Coach, Facilitator)
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