Written by: Rylee June, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Haven has been a coach and healer in the online space for the past half a decade. There are some things you learn to get better at. There are things you realize are not working if you're genuinely dedicated to improving people's lives versus filling your pockets. There are things you realize you are unqualified to teach If you genuinely care about people's mental health versus your marketing tactics. Supporting you in transforming your life, whether it be from past mistakes or traumas. Whether it be daily habits that are unsupportive to your growth or inconsistencies in your processing, Whether it be big audacious goals to start your own practice or take the one you have to the next level, I have always ensured that I had the skills and continue to learn the skills to make sure you walk away with all the tools and knowledge to go beyond our work together and prosper. Here are 7 things to be mindful of in this next year of seeking support, healing and transformation work. 1. No one can heal your energy. You can receive deep subconscious, behavioural, emotional and physical support to ensure your willingness to heal is a success, but it's ultimately up to you to do the work. 2. Shifting your energy isn't a fix You can't solve your problems from shifting your energy, you solve your problems from no longer running from them, uncovering the burdens you cadet while changing how you approach and resolve them 3. Clearing energy isn't a real thing. Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed. Only you are able to transform your life and self 4 You are more intuitive than your healer. Your intuitive will always be limited to their own perceptions when it comes to advising you intuitively. It is vital you learn your own intuition and apply that knowledge to yourself. 5. Demons are real and most light workers work with them unknowingly. Just because they don't tell you "I work with demons" doesn't mean that aren't. Anything other than God is darkness. A challenging concept to wrap your head around I know, unless you get it, then you've seen through it already. But the truth is the truth is the truth. More healers will turn to Jesus this year mark my words. 6. Codes are mentors Vortex's are your actions Calibration is your consistency. Period. 7. Your gut health is most important to heal if you want to sustain your inner work. The body aspect of healing is vital for long-term transformation. This has to be something that is being addressed If you suffer from lack of sleep, inflammation, lack of focus, joint/ muscle pains, imbalances hormonally, headaches.. and other physical/ autoimmune issues. In 2023 these are the primary focuses of all containers and training with me. These 7 aspects are the components of what you get to learn to truly transform your life in any capacity. Receiving deep subconscious, emotional, behavioural, spiritual and physical support Learning to address your past, current challenges, and inconsistencies with an improved and willing approach Deep habitual rewiring Developing your own intuition Supporting you in building your own relationship with God through his word Reenforcing and celebrating the SH*T out of you for all you move through, overcome and accomplish. Through private testing, supplementation and body coaching support, our company has brought on a secondary coach who specializes in this field to ensure your best results. YOU are your greatest asset. Let 2023 be the year you SOAR uncovering even more of the asset you are. If you seek deeper support feel free to email support@ryleejune.ca for options on containers and programs to get you started. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Rylee! Rylee June, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Rylee June is an international Intuition Master Coach and spiritual activator. Supporting thousands across the world in healing their trauma and limiting beliefs, as well mentoring and coaching those who offer energy services in curating ethical and deep transformative experiences for their clients. Podcast Host, Self Published Author & a pioneer in her industry, Rylee June is here to take a stand in the spiritual industry and create ethical practices for those seeking energy and life transformation support.

Written by: Dax Grant, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. In today’s entrepreneurial technologically enabled world, CEOs of global and international organisations often ask ‘How do I know that my technology function is up to date? This is becoming a top of mind focus of boards of digitized businesses, alongside ESG and the inclusion and diversity question. Boards are increasingly asking “When do we need an external review?” The most advanced boards are utilising external advice in selected interventions to accelerate their business growth. Organizations are often reviewing their technology approach and that’s when Global Transform is called in for an independent review. There are many ways to assess technology function maturity though here are a few indicative signs of when an independent view is typically sought: There is a separate technology strategy distinct from the business plan. Key indicators suggest that the focus of the strategy is speed, though when asked the leadership has no clear answer on why speed is a key tenant of the technology strategy The technology leadership talks about the size of their budget though still requires a clear business-led plan There is limited on-the-ground alignment with technology and the business line Weighted focus on AI rather than through machine learning These are a few of the factors that signal the requirement for a technology refresh. The need for an independent review becomes particularly essential where key review questions asked, create the same answers as previously heard or result in an evolutionary response. The organisations that have remained leading edge beyond the pandemic have already spotted and addressed the position and focus within their technology function. This is an essential part of progressive leadership. Typically, organisations address with selective expertise to address the leadership gaps within the technology arena. The nature and extent of the required review depends on a variety of key foundations that the technology function must have in place. In most cases. the groundwork is already in place ore adopted within 6-9 months of a technology executive being in place. All important areas to address early in a leadership position rather than 12-24 months into appointing the technology lead. The solutions… Identified in good time the ability to put in place the appropriate action plan for your technology function is possible with an external advisor. The ability to lift the function strategically remains essential, the most effective external advisors provide sufficient advice and guidance to uplift the underpinning team and solve for leadership gaps, upskilling leadership where this is possible to do so. The range of interventions identified by top-performing FTSE and Fortune firms ranges from an independent audit, though to digitisation refreshes and implementation-based action planning. Equally there is an opportunity for individual leadership action planning for executives requiring bandwidth and support. Success in boardroom interventions: Enable a forward plan for the technology function aligned to the enterprise view Have a clear alignment of technology and operations through direct leadership Centred the technology function on enterprise IT risk management Simplify the operating structure through strategic intervention If you are maturing your technology function, the requirement for an independent advisor becomes key for organisations centred on a leading-edge technology function in service of the business. In on boarding a technology executive. the market best practice remains for external review at 6–9-month tenure. Reviews and guided interventions beyond this point are of course possible though subject to the sunk cost of previous decisions and a different trajectory of value optimisation. Remember it’s the boards responsibility to know your business, maximise your technology and ensure quality results. Follow me on LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Dax! Dax Grant, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Dax is a leading global authority on entrepreneurial c-suite leadership. As CEO, of Global Transform, Dax is a renowned Woman in Technology, accomplished keynote speaker and societal voice. Listed within the Global CIO 100, Cranfield School of Management 100 Women to Watch, Dax has significant expertise in leading global COO and CIO functions, an experienced NED and member of the Forbes Technology Council. As a Chartered Banker and Associate of the London Institute of Banking and Finance, Dax also holds an economics degree from Cambridge and MBA, Alumna of Cranfield Business School and Harvard Business School, Dax is recognized for her philanthropic activities, as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.

Written by: Rozalia Kieliszkiewicz , Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Travelling opens us up to new perspectives, cultures, foods and traditions. We learn a lot by visiting different destinations outside our everyday environment. We become excited to experience new activities, historical architecture, foreign languages and social customs. We eat and drink fresh delicacies and change our sleep and rhythm. Picture of me in Warsaw Airport, Poland Whether you are travelling for business, leisure or vacation, or you choose to expedite for days, weeks and months, you are inevitably leaving your comfort zone, and your body, mind and spirit will adapt to your new routine. Keeping up with your health could be difficult, and thus it will be essential to keep up with a healthy, doable, flexible regime when living from your suitcase. These five healthy tips will keep you strong and healthy as you explore new lands and horizons. 1. Stock up on supplements and multivitamins You are on the move, and your diet will be inconsistent. Depending on where you travel, you will adapt to cultural foods, social outings and experiences that take you out of your regular eating routine. For example, you may skip breakfast and take on an "Eat Pray Love" attitude as you Rome through Italy, tasting the finest pizzas and pasta. As a result, your diet will be flawed, and it will be essential to keep up with what could be lacking with supplements. 2. Work out a minimum of 30 minutes a day. No matter where you are and what you are doing, you can find 30 minutes daily to do a quick workout. Body weight workouts such as Squats, Lunges, Push-ups, and Burpees do wonders for your strength and metabolism when you cannot find a local gym. Picture of Me in the Basement of Hotel Zone in Rome, Italy 3. Travel Lightly and pack for every weather. Climate changes are evident when you travel to a country that is not your origin. Wet, Dry or Humid weather differs worldwide, and 25 degrees hot in Italy will not be the same as 25 Degrees in Norway. Therefore, pack lightly and focus on clothing that is essential to every possible weather and only takes up a little room in your suitcase. 4. Take breaks to Ground yourself. Depending on your Travel schedule, try to find at least one day in your travel destination where you can settle and ground yourself. Local Tours, Activities and Attractions may take up most of our time as we are trying to see everything quickly. Although, this can lead to burnout and exhaustion and take the relaxation out of your travels. We all need some R&R. Find a hotel or Airbnb where you can put down your things and feel comfortable hibernating and reading a good book. 5. Stay Connected to your Friends and Family Whether travelling for a couple of days, weeks or months, being separated from our friends and families for too long can be challenging. But it is healthy to have separation. Although, when you find yourself sinking in depressive quicksand, seek out connections where you are staying or call and message your friends and family back home. It can lift your spirits and make you grateful for your adventure. Picture of me with Friends from Ukraine in Chiang Mai Thailand Are you ready to travel and embark on a new adventure? Travelling is a fantastic way to learn about different cultures, explore new places, and expand your worldview. It can be both exhilarating and life changing. Whether backpacking through Europe or taking a road trip around your home country, you can make unforgettable memories and discover new passions while travelling. So, embrace the adventure, enjoy the journey, and remember to keep up with your Healthy Lifestyle. Follow me on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , and visit my website for more info! Read more from Rozalia! Rozalia Kieliszkiewicz, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Rozalia Kieliszkiewicz is an entrepreneur educated in the various healing arts. Her goal is to help others create change within by healing and connecting with their Body Mind and Soul. By experiencing her own healing and spiritual journey. She shares the knowledge that she has learned, with others through practices such as Tarot Divination, Astrology, Psychology, Nutrition and Fitness. She is one of the co-founder of Leinko; a free space platform dedicated to entrepreneurs that wish to work in freedom to teach, coach, heal and be of service to humanity. Her Mission: Heal Within, Heal the World.

Written by: Marguerite Thibodeaux, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. You got promoted. Congratulations! I hope you get to take time to celebrate before the questions start bubbling up. What exactly is your new role? What are you responsible for now? Why can’t your new team just do what they’re supposed to like you did? Welcome to people leadership. You probably got promoted, because you were awesome at your last job, an individual contributor. What made you great there won’t necessarily make you great here. Lucky for you, I’ve got the basics outlined to get you started, even if your organization makes the very common mistake of assuming their rockstar individual contributors will make rockstar leaders with no support or training. Let’s first define what a leader is. A leader is someone who leads people and manages results. Leading people means aiming in the right direction, connecting to a higher purpose, assuming your teammates want to succeed, and empowering them to contribute. It’s about building a sandbox. Just like a sandbox’s borders, you too need to set the boundaries that your team will be working in. Knowing your sandbox will help you and your team focus on what is most important and avoid getting distracted by shiny objects outside the sandbox. On the other hand, managing is about what you do inside the sandbox: measuring what matters, providing frequent feedback, coaching to bring out the best in your teammates, and allowing room for growth. So how do you build your sandbox and engage your team there? As a new leader, you have a unique opportunity to set up your team for success. Here are the essential tools and skills that you must learn in order to build a strong foundation for leadership and management. 1. Locate Your North Star People want to know where they are headed, The What & The How. They need a North Star that they can navigate towards. Consider: What does your team aim to accomplish? Why does your team exist? How do you want your team to show up every day to reach that goal? Your North Star is going to be at the crossroads of The What & The How. That intersection also helps you locate the center of your sandbox. Let me use as an example my own coaching and consulting company, MagnanimousLeadership. The What of Magnanimous Leadership’s North Star is “Equip managers to have fun unleashing their team’s exceptional, sustainable results.” How will MagnanimousLeadership get us there? Everyday, we will show up leveraging the science of people to make the hard work of leadership fun and creative. We built our sandbox around that North Star and deliver in that sandbox in small and big ways, including this article you are reading now. 2. Craft Customized Key Performance Indicators (“KPIs”) KPIs, or Key Performance Indicators, bridge the gap between leading people and managing results.It does so by translating the North Star into tangible metrics to track and evaluate. These KPIs create the boundaries of your sandbox, telling you and your team when you’re on track or have veered off course and started buildings and castles outside your sandbox. Create effective KPIs that are customized, focused, and laddered. Customized: Measured directly what is explicitly in your What and How statements. Focused: Hone in on no more than five KPIs, the fewer the better. Laddered: Provide each level (team, department, etc.) their own KPIs that ladder up to the organizations. You can create KPIs by breaking down your What and How statements into measurable components. Let’s use the Magnanimous Leadership North Star as an example again: “Equip managers to have fun unleashing their team’s exceptional, sustainable results.” The KPIs here center around keywords: “Equip managers to have fun unleashing exceptional, sustainable results.” Number of managers helped – Client satisfaction – Before and after scores 3. Provide Feedback People seek stories to understand the world around them. Feedback is factual and your most effective tool for grounding your team and providing them with extra perspective. Effective feedback is also couched in KPIs. This helps you stay focused on what matters most to the business and avoid HR landmines. If the feedback you want to provide can’t be tied to a KPI, it’s probably a personal preference that does not need to be shared. This helps you and your teammates stay on track, navigating towards the North Star. I frequently share tips and tricks on how to provide meaningful feedback quickly and effectively. You can follow me here to learn more. 4. Coach Your Team People want to succeed, but few can do so alone. Coaching is the step that helps teammates act on feedback in the most effective way possible for them. Coaching is a special type of conversation. It is empowering, forward looking, a two-way dialogue, and leverages self-knowledge. Coaching is not a punishment, dictating how to work, siloed (work vs. life), or one-size-fits-all. The key to coaching is asking. After delivering feedback, ask your teammate what they want to do differently in the future. Explore options, share additional context as needed, and encourage your teammate to ask for the help they need to succeed. Often, asking instead of telling provides richer, more thoughtful ways forward than dictating your own solution. And it almost always generates more trust and engagement from your teammate. Conclusion Now that you have these tools, how do you want to plug each of them into your team’s regular schedules, so they become reliable guideposts for you, your team, and the organization? Creating a work environment that makes it easier for everyone to succeed lays the foundation for you to lead magnanimously and for your teammates to contribute magnanimously, with courage and compassion. If you want to grow more in your leadership development, join me in one of my programs by clicking here. About the Author: Marguerite Thibodeaux is an executive coach and talent management consultant dedicated to changing our relationship with work. Work should be a place where each of us gets to enjoy the challenge of contributing to something bigger than oneself. Through her company, Magnanimous Leadership, she focuses on helping leaders at all levels create habits, skills, and environments that empower teams to thrive. Every leader deserves support. Follow her on LinkedIn for leadership tips and discussions. Check out her website for free leadership resources like a Professional Development Roadmapping Worksheet and Attrition Risk Matrix. Want one-on-one help adapting these strategies to your team? Book a complimentary call with Marguerite. Every leader deserves support. Follow me on LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Marguerite! Marguerite Thibodeaux, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Marguerite Thibodeaux, an leadership coach and talent management consultant, helps leaders and organizations bring the best out of people with courage, compassion, and clarity. After building development programs and leading a talent transformation at a Fortune 100, she became increasingly aware that not all leaders had access to a Fortune 100 Learning & Development team. To do something about that, she started Magnanimous Leadership, a leadership coaching and consulting firm that's on a mission to make resources and support available to every leader.

Behnaz Zeraatgar is a licensed Psychotherapist with a masters degree in psychology and a master of medical science with a major in Psychotherapy. She works with approaches such as MCT and CBT but also other approaches that are aligned with the clients needs. Zeraatgars conviction is that we have the capacity to change destructive patterns and her greatest passion is to decrease suffering and transition towards personal growth and a life of purpose. Behnaz Zeraatgar, AlignedTherapy KBTvalet Introduce yourself! Please tell us about you and your life, so we can get to know you better. My name is Behnaz Zeraatgar and I have a master's degree in psychology, licensed Psychotherapist and a medical science degree with a major in psychotherapy and also a MCT – Institute certified therapist. I was actually 15 years old when I decided I wanted to study psychology and one day open my own practise. Early on in life I noticed I love the topic of human behaviour and psychology was a subject I felt and yet to this day feel such a passion for. Decreasing pain, being able to evoke/rise hope and in a Teamwork helping my clients find joy and happiness in life makes me extremely grateful and happy. To tell you more about me, I was born in Tehran-Iran and moved to Sweden with my family at the age of eight (mum and dad and my older sister who is my best friend). Being multicultural has shown to be a great asset in life and also as a therapist considering I meet people from all backgrounds and ages. Another passion of mine except my work is dancing, I dance Cuban dances such as Cuban rumba, casino/salsa, timba and son. Music and dancing in general (all kind of music) makes me so happy but Cuban music and dance has a special place in my heart. I usually say I give therapy to other people but my therapy is dancing, travelling and my meditation routine. I have always prioritized travelling, not only because it is fun and makes me happy but because I truly believe travelling can lead to self-growth, increases one's perspective and widens one's horizon. I speak Farsi, Swedish, English, and Spanish and a goal is to also learn Italian cause not only do I love Italy but in my opinion Italian is one of the most beautiful languages. What is your business name and how do you help your clients? AlignedTherapy KBTvalet BZ. I help my clients through evidence based treatments/therapies with all ranges of mental health challenges. To mention some examples of what type of challenges people come to me for is; anxiety disorders such as Generalized anxiety disorder, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD. Depression, relationship challenges. Lack of Self-esteem and/or self-confidence and much more. What kind of audience do you target your business towards? All, my youngest client at the moment is 8 years old and the oldest is 83 years old, Children, teenagers/adolescents, adults, individual, couples and families. This is the beauty of my job and I would like to reach whoever is open for personal growth or in need of therapy. What are your current goals for your business? I aim to through my business help as many people as I can in this lifetime. Help them decrease pain, suffering, increase their level of self-love and live a fulfilling life where we can make this world more beautiful and shine together. Also to educate in the field of psychology through evidence-based knowledge and treatments cause unfortunately there are a lot of misconceptions nowadays and some can maintain mental suffering. What would you like to achieve for yourself and your business in the future? I would love to be able to work more globally and be able to make psychotherapy more easy accessible. Would also like to break all stigmas and false assumptions that still linger in regard to therapy/psychological treatments in different part of the world or in some cultures. Who inspires you to be the best that you can be? My family inspires me, through them I have created what I consider to be beautiful life values and to be and stay authentic. Their sacrifices in life have made it possible for me to live the life I live and do the job I’m doing. What is your work inspired by? It’s inspired by the passion I have for genuine interest in people, in psychotherapy/clinical psychology and when I see how beautifully people can turn hardship and pain to joy, hope, fulfilment and happiness. It’s the Best feeling in the world and what inspires me even those days when it's more challenging. Tell us about your greatest career achievement so far. I would not say it’s one thing but instead more of a process. The fact that I reached the dream I had already at a young age is one but also that I have increased my knowledge through multiple degrees and been able to through all that knowledge help many people and at the same time live as I preach. Follow me on Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Behnaz!

Written by: Tracey Sofra, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Do you find yourself feeling depleted, running on empty, and with almost nothing left to give? Do you always give to others first and put yourself last? If so, you are probably trying to do too much for too many people, and it's important to realise that you can't pour from an empty cup! Are you familiar with the saying? Pouring from an empty cup is exactly what you’re doing when you put everyone else’s needs ahead of your own. Instead of continuing down that path, which can lead to all sorts of physical, emotional, and even financial problems, why not prioritise your own wellness for once? What does the phrase “you can’t pour from an empty cup” really mean? Giving to others is a beautiful thing. You probably have endless people in your life to whom you want to give your attention, and that’s wonderful. The only problem is, if you overdo it, you’ll wind up depleted and with nothing left to give – to others or yourself. That’s what it means when we say you can’t pour from an empty cup. You can’t give or support others when you’ve neglected your health and well-being. Luckily, there’s something you are able to do about it, and that is prioritising your own wellness. What are the consequences of not filling up your own cup? Before we get into how to prioritise your wellness, we need to highlight some of the consequences of not doing so. This way, you’ll understand the importance of putting yourself first even better. You can’t pour from an empty cup, but if you try, here are a few of the possible consequences: Physical symptoms When you don’t put yourself first, it usually begins to show up in your body first. The stress of putting your own health and wellness on the backburner leads to both physical and mental symptoms. Physical symptoms include irritability, trouble sleeping, and digestive problems. Anxiety or panic attacks might show up as mental symptoms. Both types of symptoms are the result of you not filling up your own cup. Relationships become strained You know the people you are working so hard to put first, before yourself? Well, your relationships with those same people can become strained when you neglect yourself. It might sound counter-intuitive, but not trying to be everything to everyone can actually improve your relationships with the people whom you care about most. You might burn out Lastly, and most consequential of all, not filling up your own cup can lead to burnout. The repeated stress caused by putting yourself last can leave you in a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion. While you can recover from burnout, it’s definitely better not to get to that point. Hopefully, the following tips on prioritising your overall wellness will prevent you from ever getting to that place! 5 ways to prioritise your overall wellness because you can't pour from an empty cup! You can’t pour from an empty cup, but you can pour from a full one, so let’s talk about how you can keep your cup filled! It’s all about prioritising your own wellness. That means taking care of yourself financially, physically, mentally, personally, and career-wise. Financial wellness If there’s one area of your life to be self-centered, it’s your finances. Here are just a few of the many ways you can prioritise your financial wellness: Pay yourself first before giving to others Before you loan or give money to others, make sure you can truly afford it. While being generous with loved ones is admirable, it shouldn’t come at the expense of your financial goals. Build up your emergency fund, start to invest, and get your financial priorities straight before you give your money away. Set financial goals Another way to prioritise your financial wellness is to set financial goals. If you want to achieve everything in life you dream of, one way to get there is through financial goal setting. By setting a financial goal, you’re telling yourself that you’re putting yourself and your own needs first, and there’s nothing better than that! Educate yourself on personal finance Unsure where to start? Financial wellness begins with understanding your money and what it can do for you. It can feel somewhat intimidating at first, but there are so many ways to educate yourself about your finances, starting right here! WOW Women’s Money programs cover everything you need to know about financial wellness, investing, and more. Once you begin your financial wellness journey, you’ll feel empowered and like nothing can stop you. Physical wellness When you’re not feeling your best, physically, it’s almost impossible to give to others. That’s why it’s essential that you care for yourself before you even think about providing for others. These tips can help you get on the right track: Prioritise sleep This can’t be the first time you’ve heard that sleep is one of the keys to your overall good health. But it’s so essential that it bears repeating. Sleep should be high on your total well-being list because, without it, everything else starts to fall apart. Make sure to get enough, and you’ll see that your cup will begin to fill up with just this one change. Get outside and get moving One of the simplest ways to prioritise your physical wellness is to get moving. By moving your body outside, you get the added benefit of some much-needed vitamin D. Plus, it’s free! If you want to involve others, like your kids, it’s easy to do that, too. Turns out, sometimes you can fill your own cup and pour it into someone else’s at the same time! Mental wellness Your mental health is definitely as crucial as your physical health. You can’t pour from an empty cup, but one of the easiest ways to fill up your cup is to take care of your mind. These tips won’t cost much, but the benefits are priceless: Meditate Practicing meditation is absolutely one of the best ways to improve your mental health. The best part is, that you only need a few minutes a day to reap the benefits. Not only that, but it’s totally free and can be done anywhere, anytime! Block out free time in your calendar Is your calendar filled with appointments, meetings, and never-ending to-dos? Have you forgotten what it's like to have free time or blank space in your day? An easy way to get that back is to schedule time for yourself. Block out an hour a day (or however long you have) just to be. Spend it by yourself, doing whatever you want to do at that moment. It will give you a much-needed recharge and reboot. Talk to somebody Lastly, sometimes you’re in a mental health place where you need to talk to a professional. There is absolutely no shame in that, and a therapist or mental health professional can help you through whatever you're feeling. There’s no better way to fill yourself back up than to seek the support you need. Personal Wellness Your personal wellness is all about your relationship with yourself, others, and your home. Don’t forget to take time to prioritise your personal space and everyone you let into it. Here are a few ways to help you do that, because you can't pour from an empty cup: Spend time with friends Prioritising your wellness often means nurturing the relationships that mean the most to you. Sometimes friendships can take a backseat to your other obligations, especially the demands of family and work. If you want to make sure your cup is full, it’s important to keep your friendships alive. There are a lot of fun and free things to do with your friends, so long as you make the time for them. Create a soothing space for yourself Living in a home that you really love is one of the best ways to improve your well-being. You spend so much time there; why not make it a soothing space for yourself? Even if it’s just a room or an area of a room, create a sanctuary that makes you smile whenever you enter it. Get others to help you Sometimes, there just aren't enough hours in the day to get it all done. That can definitely lead to stressful situations, lack of sleep, and all of the things that don’t help you fill your cup. Something you can do about that outsources tasks you don’t have time for to someone else. You can hire a cleaning service once a week, there are so many people out there willing to help; you just have to be willing to ask and pay when needed! Career wellness The time you spend at work can rival, and even surpass, your personal time. That’s why it’s key to make sure you have the support you need and that you don’t overwork yourself up to the point of burnout. Here are a few ways to help yourself with that: Get the support you need Whether it’s an assistant at work whom you can rely on or a comfortable chair for your endless Zoom meetings, make sure you get the support you need at work. Don’t sacrifice your comfort for someone else’s. You are working hard and deserve to have what you need in order to do your job well without sacrificing your well-being for it. Take regular breaks No matter where you work, in an office, or at home, remember to take regular breaks. And don’t simply sit at your desk and scarf down a wilted salad at lunchtime. Take the time to really step away from your work and recharge. Those who take lunch breaks have been shown to be more engaged at work and satisfied with their jobs. Create and stick to boundaries Do you always volunteer to help out a colleague or cover for their holiday, even at the expense of your own free time? While it’s nice to be a team player and help out when you can, in order to preserve your own well-being, you have to set some boundaries. Remote workers and office workers alike benefit when they can separate work from their home lives and stick to those boundaries. You can prioritise your own wellness! Hopefully, now you understand that, while you can’t pour from an empty cup, there are plenty of ways to fill your cup. And once your cup is filled, you can be the best version of yourself possible How will you fill your cup today? I'm Tracey Sofra and I believe women should take control of their money and create the financial independence they deserve to live a life of choice. If you are ready to take the next step in your journey to living a life of choice take the Financial Confidence Quiz and find out how you score to move forward in your financial life. GET YOUR SCORE NOW! Tracey Sofra is Australia’s leading Financial Advisor specialising in Women’s Financial Confidence. As a Business Leader, Mentor, Financial Advisor, Author, Speaker, and Mum, for over three decades Tracey has shared her proven method for shifting mindsets and the limits to financial success for thousands of women. Her passion around financial freedom is infectious leaving you inspired to challenge the status quo, build confidence and create change. To enquire about her working with you or your organisation please contact us at info@wowwomen.com.au Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Tracey! Tracey Sofra, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Tracey Sofra, is Australia’s leading Financial Advisor specialising in Women’s Financial Confidence. As a Business Leader, Mentor, Financial Advisor, Author, Speaker and Mum, for over three decades Tracey has shared her proven method for shifting mindsets and the limits to financial success for thousands of women. Her passion around financial freedom is infectious leaving you inspired to challenge the status quo, build confidence and create change. Tracey is dedicated to Investing in Women's Empowerment across the globe as part of a greater social impact across the UN Sustainability Goals.

Sue Rose, President, and Founder PoliticalVIP Facilitating Public and Private Sector alliances Project Planning and Execution Political Campaigns International Affairs Business Development As President and Founder of PoliticalVIP, Rose brings 25 years of public and private sector experience including political and public affairs, real estate, and financial markets. Day-to-day, Rose ensures that high-level expertise and services are provided to clients of PoliticalVIP. Hands-on experience in budget controls and operations achieves desired results. Rose has personally worked on political campaigns in multiple states, worked with non-profit organizations and is at the forefront of innovation within the field of consulting. Rose has received awards for her work including a management award while a stockbroker and has held advisory positions with state and local governments and real estate trade associations. Sue Rose, President, and Founder PoliticalVIP What is your business name and how do you help your clients? PoliticalVIP is a full-service public affairs firm who works with the public and private sectors. PoliticalVIP works with international and domestic clients and non-profit organizations on campaign organization and management, media buys, advocacy, cyber intelligence and investigations, capital fundraising, media appearances and interview requests. What kind of audience do you target your business towards? PoliticalVIP works with international and domestic clients, non-profit organizations, for-profit corporations and political candidates and other political organizations. What are your current goals for your business? To assist at a high level of integrity and success with the goals of the client at the heart of every campaign. What would you like to achieve for yourself and your business in the future? Our company is developing a world-class roster of highly qualified consultants and services which are revolutionizing the industry. We can assist a new client with just a few hours without demands for a retainer prior to engaging in a project of high intensity to ensure that all the points are covered, and questions are answered before we enter into a contract. This method relieves the client of any concerns and enables the team members to get to know each other before the project begins. We offer flexibility in terms which allows the client to be a partner in building the campaign just the way they want it to go. For inquiries, contact by email at consultants@politicalvip.com or email the President directly, sue@politicalvip.com Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my Twitter for more info!

Written by: Georgette LePage, Senior Level Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Cheers to a new year and hopefully a new you! It’s the time of year when everyone seems to reflect on the current year and then sets goals for the new year. You’ll typically start to see TV and social media ads for exercise equipment, diet programs, diet foods, and all of the things “diet” the day after Christmas. Don’t be surprised, though, if you see some during the week of Christmas, as advertisers ramp up their sales earlier and earlier each year. In fact, according to an article by INC., only 9% of Americans keep their New Year’s resolutions although 40-50% of the population declare new goals for the upcoming year. The success rate drops dramatically around January 19th, also known as “Quitters Day”. That being said, I’m all about setting goals for the new year, although I always encourage healthier habits that start TODAY, regardless of the date on the calendar. My clients understand that starting to make healthy changes to shed extra pounds can start right now, which is a huge mindset shift from waiting until after the holidays. You’re ahead of the game when you decide to make changes and you start them ASAP. So, are you ready to be among the 9% of Americans who set goals for the new year and keep them long-term? Here are my top 5 reasons why you get weight loss results faster by working with a health and life coach! 1. Discover the real reason why you are carrying extra weight A good coach starts by asking very thought-provoking questions about where you are right now with your weight and your health and then by listening to what you say. I explain this beginning step to my clients as if they are spitting out puzzle pieces on the floor for us to look at, ask about, and wonder about together. You see, there’s always more than meets the eye when someone wants to make a health change. What you think is the underlying issue can often uncover much more. I do believe that everyone does know their WHY once they talk it out and think about it with a coach. You have all of the “puzzle pieces” in your brain and are empowered to take action right away! 2 .The right coach for you walks the talk The ideal coach for you practices what they preach, and this is more important than you think! You wouldn’t get marital advice from a single person, would you? So why would you get guidance from someone who has not walked a mile in your shoes? For weight loss coaching, aren’t you looking for someone who has an experience losing weight and who can share the story about their journey, including the ups and downs? Be selective when it comes to the coach’s philosophy, approach, and methods. Do your homework and look at their website, social media, and testimonials. Also, be very in tune with the vibe you get while first talking with a coach and ask good questions. Again, seek out someone who you think understands your struggles and who offers solutions to your specific problem. Being a good fit is key to finding and staying with a skilled coach! Trusting your coach is vital! 3. Partnership & Accountability This reason is a key component in your coaching choice. All humans want to be loved and to belong, which is very hard to do on your own. Most people see better weight loss results when they team up with someone, such as a coach. Why? Having support is one thing, and having someone available to hold you accountable is another. When you hire a coach, you should be getting one-on-one attention. Having to show up to a weekly session (in person or virtually) is a critical piece of how successful you will be. Treat each session/appointment/meeting as if your life depended on it and show up. Honor your time and theirs by being consistent with your meetings. Look for someone who checks on you, hears you, and shows up for you. In turn, show the same respect and show up for yourself. 4. One size does not fit all Molly Carmel, the author of Breaking Up with Sugar, says “If someone tells you there’s only one way, run away!” I couldn’t agree more! No two humans on the planet have had the exact same life experience and never will. Back in the day, I remember seeing the tag in shirts that read, “One size fits all.” They never really could have, but that was the message. Oddly enough, clothing tags now read, “One size fits many.” How true! A coach should be able to meet you where you are in your health journey and lead you down a path that works for you. On the other hand, coaches have their niches or specialties, so find one who matches your needs. Since I specialize in weight loss, someone searching for a divorce coach would simply not be a good fit for me to work with to move through issues only related to divorce. Be choosy, do your homework, and look for someone who fits helping you to solve your problem: weight loss. 5. Get a community of support The guidance and expertise you get from a coach is critical to your success, as is building your community of support. Do your homework and go where your people are. Seek resources that work for you: join a FaceBook group, follow a qualified expert on Instagram, find a book club, listen to a new podcast, or join an exercise group or class. Start with ONE place to find people who are like-minded and who are working on the same goal. Ask your new coach to give you some resources for such communities! I know that I can rattle off resources (podcasts, books, websites, social media experts, etc.) on the spot when my clients ask (or when I feel the need to give them to my clients as we are working together). You will learn and grow as you expand your circle of support! We all do better with fellowship! So, as we begin 2023, what are you choosing to do for your health and why? Why not choose a health and life coach to walk alongside you on this journey! Check out what I offer atgeorgettelepage.com to see if we might be a good fit and email me to set up a free 30-minute discovery session to see if we are a good fit! Why wouldn’t you want support, expertise, and accountability to be successful? Cheers to 2023! Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Georgette! Georgette LePage, Senior Level Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Georgette LePage is a certified Health and Life Coach who empowers women all around the world to lose their mental weight first in order to then lose their physical weight. Her approach is honest, real, clear, and genuine with transformational habit change and mindset reset methods. Georgette's energy and enthusiasm are contagious. Her focus on a healthy lifestyle inspires her clients to leave behind old diet culture thoughts and patterns in order to embrace fresh and simple ways to live their best lives without diet drama. Empowerment, self-confidence, and self-care are cornerstones of the programs that she offers. She helps her clients to get the results that they want with realistic, real-life strategies. She lives her own life the way she coaches others. She listens to what her clients want and guides them with compassion and accountability as they achieve their goals. She works with people of all ages (teens to seniors and every age in between) who are ready to live a healthier, more joyful life. Georgette also hosts the talk radio show WHY WEIGHT? with Dr. Pat Baccili on Transformational Talk Radio. In addition to speaking English, she also is fluent in French and Spanish. Georgette has 32 years of experience as a World Language Teacher, as well. Her coaching motto is: Feel better. Look better. Be your best self!

Written by: Isabella Neacsu Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Self-awareness and self-love are subjective ideas, they can’t be physically measured. Do they even exist? That depends on your point of view. They are concepts that people use to create meaning. Some people may believe that self-love IS self-awareness, but others might view them as different concepts. In some cases, it might even seem impossible for some people to love themselves. I can only share my experience, since there is no one answer given all these possibilities. For me, self-awareness is just watching myself, watching myself think. I was told that the way to develop self-awareness was to sit, alone, and think. Contrary to popular opinion, this didn’t work. Throughout the entire process, I was blank. I fully believed that it was a waste of time and chose to quit. And then I started to understand, self-awareness was not about sitting silently in the dark but about being aware of what decisions you make and then questioning why you made them. Since then, I have been conscious about why I do what I do. I didn’t immediately get the answers to all the questions I had, but it helped me discover myself. Simply put, whatever you are unaware of rules over you. Whatever you do without thinking, you do not control, and therefore lose being able to freely make a choice. Having self-awareness lets us see where our thoughts and emotions are taking us. It allows us to take control of our feelings so that we can make the changes that are needed in our life. If we are not aware of our thoughts and behaviors, we won’t be able to make these changes. Self-awareness is being aware of your good traits but recognizing what you still have to improve on. This means acknowledging when you don't have the right answer and admitting your faults. Self-awareness is when you understand yourself at the deepest level and are intentional about everything about yourself and what is happening around you. This helps us to make more informed decisions that match who we really are, not just responding to the world around us. Because of self-awareness, we are also able to foster better empathy and understanding towards others. We will be able to better relate to others' experiences if we are aware of our own thoughts, feelings, and actions. This creates stronger and more sincere relationships with the people in our lives. And of course, self-awareness leads to personal growth and progress. We are then capable of identifying areas for improvement and taking steps to better ourselves. Self-awareness is necessary to being successful, but we fail to find time to connect to ourselves in order to live in today’s world. I encourage you to watch yourself. Try to break down every decision you make and understand yourself. Try to get connected to the most basic features of being you. We spend so much time trying to understand others, but don’t care to do the same with ourselves. To become self-aware, you must first understand basic truths about yourself. Your identity, your core values, and your faults. This will show what is most important to you and what a fulfilling life means to you. You must also be realistic; we often make this imaginary image of ourselves when the reality is completely unalike. Unrealistic expectations will prevent you from accepting who you are and create commitments to your life as somebody else. It’s important to learn to love yourself the way you would love your child or partner with your whole heart. You have accepted yourself the way you are, you respect yourself and know your self-worth, you fully trust yourself, you prioritize your physical and mental health, you have your own opinions and ideas, you live your life by truth. Self-love is not comparing yourself with others but with your own self. And, most essentially, being kind to yourself. Begin treating yourself the way you treat your loved ones. If they were sad or unmotivated, would you emotionally reprimand them or would comfort and help them? Observe the differences between how you treat yourself and how you treat your loved ones. You might realize that you would never treat anyone as badly as you treat yourself. People who love themselves see both their strengths and weaknesses and are willing to improve themselves. People who love themselves are not insecure and they openly express themselves without fear of being judged. I often hear people say that in order to love someone else you must love yourself first, which I don’t fully agree with. The more we love, the better we get at it. Learning to love others helps us to learn to love ourselves. Sometimes, you just need to start helping someone to start to feel your own self-worth. The difference between self-awareness and self-love is acceptance, being aware of the way you are and being happy with the way you are different. For more information, follow me on Facebook, Instagram and visit my website! Read more from Dr. Dana! Dr. Dana Neacsu, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Dr. Dana Neacsu is trained in both conventional and integrative medicine and her goal is to offer her patients the best treatment from both medical worlds. Her practice is a unique combination of ancient medicine techniques like Reiki, functional medicine cutting-edge protocols and biohacking devices of the future. The core of her practice remains however the patients themselves and their incredible power of self-healing and courage.

Written by: Vishal Saxsena, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. Let’s understand first what is Happiness and its Frequency. Happiness has many different definitions that differ from person to person. In general, it is an emotional state that is expressed by a feeling of joy, contentment and fulfilment. We can also say it is a positive emotion that radiates satisfaction and you start to vibrate on a higher frequency i.e., 540 Hz. Whereas as per available studies, the natural frequency of a human standing body is around 7.5 Hz. In other words, our frequency increases when we become happy. Our mind, body and intellect operate in complete alignment or we can call it “we understand ourselves completely”. How do we understand ourselves? We can understand ourselves completely only when we are in sync with our feeling of fulfilment. This feeling of fulfilment creates a state of emotion. This state raises our inner vibration which then brings a burst of emotions that is spread all over and it is only possible when you are in a positive state of mind. When we are happy, we should enjoy this emotion and enhance it rather than be scared. So what is that makes it scary? When you are vibrating at a higher frequency of 540hz (the frequency of happiness) it is very difficult for others to understand or raise to / maintain that frequency. So when your happiness is continuous, the people around you who are operating at a lower frequency will start to think that you have gone insane and they will start to criticize you. Why do they criticize? Because the people around you are confused. The first question that comes to their mind is how come you are happy by staying in the same environment. How can you radiate more energy and more positivity? For them, it is difficult to raise themselves to the frequency of happiness, even if they raise they cannot maintain it for long. What is the best option? It is to pull you down and bring you to the same level as theirs because the people around you want you to be like they want you to be. So they start criticizing you. Since you are now operating from a higher level of understanding, it becomes very easy to understand that the people who are criticizing you are not happy at all, rather they are filled with jealousy which is a negative emotion that they try to throw at you or others who are happy only to get an acknowledgement or a yes as an answer so they can feel satisfied. Handling others' negative emotions and continuous criticism is scary. This is where many people start to think ‒ happiness is scary and they start to compromise on their happiness. How to deal with the criticism of these people? If you are thinking of making them understand, it is waste of time. There is nothing to prove. You are who you are. There is no need to step down, rather it is for you to maintain or upgrade yourself by working more on your inner self by educating yourself with the right knowledge or by sitting with like-minded people or with people who are more knowledgeable than you. This knowledge will develop your inner strength to face these so-called critics. Your answers will be polite while you hold your ground. How do we hold our ground? Most important thing is to understand that these people who are criticising you are operating from their conditioning and their limiting belief system. Now, when they see you happy, reflecting that high energy and frequency on regular basis they will start to think that there is more to life. They will start to observe peace in you. It is when they will like to be associated with you because now they are seeing in you your inner strength. A question will arise how can we be happy? How can a person align with the frequency of happiness? A person is solely responsible for his/her happiness. If you want to be happy, your mental attitude or state of mind needs to be transformed or changed. You have to let go of all the self-doubts and confusion you have about yourself. Once this is removed you will develop the love within you for yourself. The more you love yourself more relaxed your mind will become. To love yourself you need to focus on the language or the words that you are using for yourself as your mind operates only on what it hears. This shift in language will bring self-love and will transform you and that is when your mind will align with the frequency of happiness and you will see life in a very different form and happiness will become a part of your life. Conclusion: Happiness is not scary. Happiness is contagious and it has the power of transforming anyone's life. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and visit my website for more info! Read more from Vishal! Vishal Saxsena, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Vishal Saxsena an Author, Wellness & Transformation Coach. His journey in coaching started in the year 1997. While coaching individuals in groups or as individuals he noticed one common thing, i.e. Life Pattern of every individual keeps repeating and that keeps them stressed. He started to dig deeper into this issue and found that if the character of a child is designed in the conception & development stage these issues can be resolved & a child can become a better human being. This made him launch a unique program BELLY WITH A HEART where a pregnant lady can Design & Shape the character of her unborn child. He is the CEO & Founder of Design Your Destini & Academy of Spreading Happiness.

The Dhanoa sisters, founders of ublossom.weblossom bring energy, positivity and first-hand experience of helping Entrepreneurs and Corporate Executives. They enhance the leaders current expertise and further develop their growth, harmony and productivity within the work environment. They focus on turning around challenges usually featured in employee satisfaction survey results, such as feeling undervalued, lack of purpose and poor communication to highlight a few. The Dhanoa sisters guide leaders through their dynamic experience and knowledge in order to create a healthy balance in life which then empowers them and their team to succeed. Hi sisters! Please Introduce yourself! Amrit: I am an experienced certified Jay Shetty Realisation and Fulfilment Life Coach. I guide my clients to realise their life passions and the purpose they truly desire. Empowering them to live life to their full potential and to become unstoppable. I love to see people radiate and flourish when they’re achieving their goals. I absolutely love travelling and have visited many countries around the world. I am super passionate about meeting new people, learning about cultures, different languages, food and have a genuine interest in people. One of my goals is to visit almost every country in the world to help communities along my journey by sharing knowledge and supporting others. I have taken my experiences from travelling and find it effortless connecting with people from across the world and integrating well within the different cultures and communities. I have also lived in Thailand for a year teaching English to primary school children. During the same period, I volunteered to teach English to Buddhist monks, which was such an honour and an unforgettable experience. For me, family and friends are the most important aspect of my life, especially spending time with my niece. I feel so grateful for all the experiences and memories I have had so far. My favourite time of the day is sunrise! Gi: I am an ambitious lady who embarked on becoming a full-time entrepreneur in 2020 after leaving the corporate world. One of my biggest passions is to support and encourage others along their journey with positivity, guidance, and instilling self-belief to help them realise their strengths and focus on the opportunities ahead of them. My most important role in life is being a mother to my beautiful daughter, who I raised independently from pregnancy. Being an inspiration to her drives me everyday to want to continue to achieve more and help others to grow and challenge the concept of ‘just settling’ when something doesn’t feel right. From having firsthand experience of being in an abusive relationship both mentally and physically, I wished to give back and help others not to take the same path as me, when triggers begin to appear in a toxic relationship. In aid of raising awareness on Domestic and Mental Abuse I published a poetry book on Amazon ‘Forgive Forgotten Sooooo’. I feel honored that my book has opened many opportunities for me to be invited as a Guest Speaker on many podcasts internationally. To unwind and have some me time, I really enjoy being at one with nature. My daughter and I love going for long country walks and discussing our future and how we are going to accomplish our aspirations. What is your business name and how do you help your clients? Our company name is ublossom.weblossom. We are in the ‘well-being’ space for individuals and businesses. We believe ‘often what you can’t measure is more important than what you can measure’. Whilst the business has two key strands, ‘well-being’ for individuals and businesses, both are underpinned by a measured, soft and flexible approach and everyone is unique! By keeping it simple enables our clients to apply our fundamentals into their life effectively and see results in all areas of their life. We encourage a positive mindset and outlook in life. We offer the following Services to our Clients: Keynote Speakers at Events Bespoke Workshops – in person and online ublossom Programme ublossom.weblossom Programme Life Coaching What kind of audience do you target your business towards? Driven and aspiring Individuals Entrepreneurs and Corporate Executives Small to Medium business owners Why do your clients come to you and what do they ask for support with? Each of your clients situations are personal and can have a number of reasons to why they wish to work closely with ublossom.weblossom. If we were selecting a few of the common topics of discussion, here are a few listed below. Self-limiting beliefs Feeling stuck Overwhelmed Low self-worth Difficulty saying no Stressed Accountability What results have your clients achieved? Our clients have reported the following results after working with us during a short period of time; Better relationships with spouses and employees More clarity Priorities aligned Reduced stress Improved self-awareness Can be themselves and transparent Understanding emotions better More confidence in business Feeling content Better focus What would you like to achieve for your business in the future? To become recognised internationally for changing/disrupting the workplace as a force for good, for CEOs and employees to work collaboratively, increase happiness, enjoyment, productivity and energy. We would love to hear that our tools, techniques, and alternative methods have really helped in bringing employees and the CEOs together. That the work environment is more harmonious, productive, vibrant, and profitable as a result. We are cross sector and non-bias to industries and want to share just how our approaches can conquer and result in more productivity and over wellbeing at work. What is your work inspired by? Our work is inspired by our previous experience in the corporate world and how we would like for it to improve and bring forward our alternative solutions. It’s inspired by some great leaders we have had, and some that we believe would have been even greater had they made the time to develop their soft skills. We have experience in the Employee Recognition sector for some amazing companies and is an area that we feel we can make a difference in by supporting what we believe to be the missing gap in corporate world. If you could change one thing about your industry, what would it be and why? To bring soft skills into the corporate environment. To encourage companies to show more support, care, empathy kindness to their teams. To support employees and corporate executives with their personal goals and visions. We feel this level of connection would improve retention rates and create a sense of community and belonging. This feeling of belonging is even more so important now Post Pandemic, where everyone has had the chance to re-evaluate their lives, needs and wants. We want to support corporate executives with the integration of working from home and still feeling a part of the team. Tell us about a pivotal moment in your life that brought you to where you are today. Gi: 2014 was a pivotal year for me, it was the year I used 2 of my 9 cat lives. I thought I was ambitious and driven before my growth in this particular year. Little did I know the strength that was yet to come and how grateful I would be for life. When death stares you in the face twice in one year and decides to give you two chances, you embrace it and run. I took a moment to reflect, plan and take major action, especially after you have had a taster of what no more looks like. So, I stood tall and only kept those in my life that were kind, loving and supportive of my future vision. I enrolled myself in on a part time BSc (Hons) Construction Management degree to educate myself in a subject I love. I left the retail industry after 17 years and said goodbye to a good managerial role. I started back at the bottom in my 30’s in the Construction Sector and have no regrets. I then gained several years of Project Management experience in the Construction/Aviation Sector and had the privilege working alongside MACE, BBG, T&T and JACOBS. I shared this today in the hope to inspire and encourage others that ‘change’ or ‘action’ does not have to be because of an extreme or near-death experience. I wish I had taken control of my life much earlier; I wish I had invested in myself and my vision more seriously in my 20s. For more info, follow them on Facebook, Instagram and visit their website!

Written by: Stefanie Magness, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. It is good to think about the future. If you are thinking about what you want your business to look like in 2023, it is good to figure out how to get there. Several steps will help you get there: 1. It's time to set clear goals If you're thinking about setting goals in your business and life, this is a great place to start. Here are some tips: Set realistic goals. If they're not realistic, they won't be inspiring enough to keep us going when things get tough on the road toward them. Make sure your goals are measurable and time-bound if possible. That way, you know when they've been achieved. 2. Create a plan and implement it The second key to getting what you want is creating a plan. A business plan is a roadmap for your business, including its long-term goals and how you'll achieve them. You can write it yourself or ask an expert to help. You'll want to include: Your vision, mission statement, and values How the business makes money (the product or service) A timeline for achieving each goal You can also use this time to create other plans that support your overall goal of success by outlining the steps needed to get there: 3. Find a mentor and take advantage of the benefits Getting a mentor is a great way to get help from experts. A mentor is an expert who gives you advice, talks to you about your business, and lets you know when good things are happening. 4. It's time to get everything together The final step to getting ready is to make sure you have a plan, like a marketing plan, a financial plan, and a schedule that includes having the right people in place who can lead things. Make sure your business is ready for success in 2023 Every business wants to succeed in 2023 and beyond. But getting there is no simple feat. To get your company further ahead you need to make sure that it's ready now for the future. Conclusion I hope you feel some empowerment to act. Remember: You don't have to do everything at once! And remember there are plenty of resources available that can help you make progress faster than ever before. Stefanie Magness, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine Stefanie Magness is a Legal & Tax Analyst and Business Consultant, Author of Business Hacks…60 Tools for Success, and the LLC Owner’s Manual. Her passion is to help entrepreneurs launch their businesses from the ground up with an emphasis on protection and planning. Stefanie inspires business owners to take action and cover all the bases. She is here to help you succeed, 100% legit, without cutting corners, and without skimping on what's needed! Stefanie will help you go from dreaming to doing. With her business Legit My Biz and television network, LegitTV™, she helps entrepreneurs learn what they need to know to protect themselves from the IRS, State, and other Government Agencies without getting burned by their questions and paper trail.