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Feeling Lonely – A Life Coach Antony Birks Video Affirmation – Life Coaching – Video
Posted: February 4, 2012 at 1:18 am
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Bo knows coaching
Posted: February 3, 2012 at 4:58 pm
IF YOU WANT TO coach, you have to start somewhere.
For Bo Kimble, "somewhere" is Shoreline, Wash., more than 2,000 miles from Dobbins Tech where he played basketball with the late Hank Gathers.
Kimble is a volunteer coach at Shoreline Community College, near Seattle.
Shoreline's head coach, Greg Turcott, wanted to employ the run-and-gun "System" Paul Westhead used at Loyola Marymount, where Kimble and Gathers took their act after winning the Public League title in 1985 and then spending a year at Southern Cal.
Turcott invited Kimble to Shoreline in December to give the team some pointers.
"I was thinking that maybe he'd be here 2 or 3 weeks," Turcott told the Associated Press.
Kimble had other ideas.
"People say in life you have to take two steps back to take 10 steps forward and I think this is one of those opportunities," Kimble said. "Plus they're running 'The System.' It would be more of a potential challenge if it was another system.''
Kimble played two seasons with the Clippers and nine games with the Knicks before closing out his professional career in the CBA.
He runs a foundation, 44 for Life, which focuses on cardiac arrest awareness - an homage to Gathers, who collapsed and died of a heart disorder while playing at Loyola in March of 1990. But he wants to coach, and sees Shoreline as the perfect steppingstone.
"Everyone needs a break or some good blessing of good fortune," he said. "All I can do is my part and commit myself to this profession and know that I will be a great coach."
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Hypnosis technique – Stiff as a board | Life Coaching – Video
Posted: February 2, 2012 at 9:44 pm
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That Authoritative Voice – A Life Coach Antony Birks Video Affirmation – Life Coaching – Video
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Allianz Life Contributes More Than $1.6 Million to Local Charities in 2011
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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America (Allianz Life) contributed more than $1.6 million in 2011 to Twin Cities-based nonprofit organizations focused primarily on financial literacy and senior services. Company contributions were awarded through strategic relationships, a grant program, scholarships, and employee volunteer programs.
“We are proud to support the crucial work of many nonprofit organizations throughout the Twin Cities, through both financial contributions and volunteer efforts,” said Allianz Life President and CEO Walter White. “Allianz Life employees truly enjoy the opportunity to engage with these organizations. I see it in the camaraderie we have during events, our community spirit, and our ownership and pride in exceeding community giving goals.”
Allianz Life gave grants totaling $275,000 to nonprofits that focused their efforts on financial literacy education or training and/or retirement. The company also awarded $275,000 worth of grants to organizations that strive to improve the lives of Twin Cities’ seniors by providing services that enhance seniors’ quality of life.
Employee Engagement – Volunteerism
Allianz Life provides every employee eight hours of paid time off annually to use to volunteer. In 2011, more than 500 employees took advantage of time off to volunteer in the community. “Throughout the organization there is a genuine commitment to volunteerism – this is the heart of Allianz Life,” White said. More than 3,400 hours were contributed equaling more than $73,000 in volunteer help to area nonprofits.
Driving To Donate Golf Tournament and Spirit of Giving Campaign
More than 300 employees and vendors participated in the company’s annual Driving To Donate Charity Golf Tournament. More than 1,000 Allianz Life employees supported the event through purchasing the month of August as casual for $20 to support the effort. Allianz Life gave the event’s proceeds to the Alzheimer’s Association MN-ND, which ties to one of the company’s focus areas, senior services. In 2011, the event raised more than $136,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association MN-ND.
Each year in November and early December, Allianz Life organizes its annual Spirit of Giving Campaign. The campaign involves a huge food, clothing and toy drive to benefit PRISM (a nonprofit organization based in Golden Valley, Minn.) and Toys for Tots. The 2011 campaign raised more than 25,000 lbs. of food; more than 20,000 lbs. of clothes; more than 3,000 toys; more than $74,000 to PRISM and nearly $32,000 for Toys for Tots.
Financial Literacy Initiative – BestPrep and Junior Achievement
The financial literacy initiative with BestPrep and Junior Achievement seeks to help youth in the Twin Cities. In 2011, each organization received $100,000 as well as volunteer support from Allianz Life employees during the school year. During the 2010-11 school year, more than 500 employees were involved in the BestPrep and Junior Achievement partnership programs.
Now in its second full school-year, Allianz Life employees are engaged in many JA and BestPrep programs including: JA in a Day; eMentors/Job Shadow; Mock Interviews; Financial Matters; the Stock Market Game and Minnesota Business Venture, all helping students further their education and financial literacy.
BestPrep is a statewide, nonprofit organization with a mission to best prepare Minnesota students with business, career and financial literacy skills through experiences that inspire success in work and life.
With 11 chapters in Minnesota, Junior Achievement is the world’s largest organization dedicated to educating students about workforce readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy through experiential, hands-on programs.
Financial Literacy Grants
In addition to the BestPrep and Junior Achievement partnerships, grants totaling $275,000 were awarded to nonprofits that focused their efforts on financial literacy education or training and/or retirement.
2011 Financial Literacy Grant Recipients
1. CLUES - $20,000 – to support their Financial Empowerment program.
2. CLIMB Theater, Inc. - $20,000 – to support their play, “Emma and the Allianz Cash Cow.”
3. WomenVenture - $25,000 – to support their Financial Education program.
4. Emerge - $20,000 – to support their North Minneapolis Financial Opportunity Center.
5. People Serving People - $20,000 – to support their Financial Fitness program.
6. Phyllis Wheatley Community Center, Inc. - $25,000 – to support their Financial Literacy program.
7. La Conexion de las Americas - $25,000 – to support their Financial Achievement Process .
8. Neighborhood Development Center - $20,000 – to support their Financial Literacy as part of new Entrepreneur Training and Technical assistance program.
9. Twin Cities RISE! - $20,000 – to support their Financial Empowerment I and II classes.
10. LifeTrack Resources - $15,000 – to support their Financial Literacy program.
11. Project for Pride in Living - $20,000 – to support their Employment Training – Financial Coaching program.
12. Freeport West - $5,000 – to support their Life Skills program.
13. Admission Possible - $10,000 – to support their Financial Literacy curriculum.
14. AccountAbility Minnesota - $20,000 – to support their Integrated Financial Services and Education at Tax Time.
15. CommonBond Communities - $10,000 – to support their Career Advantage – Financial Literacy Program.
Senior Services Grants
Allianz Life also awarded $275,000 of grants to organizations that strive to make a significant positive impact on the lives of Twin Cities’ seniors by providing services that enhance seniors’ quality of life (social vitality through social activity and interaction) and self-sufficiency (related to food, transportation, adaptive, and basic living needs).
2011 Senior Services Grant Recipients:
1. Store To Door - $20,000 – to support their capacity-building to reach more homebound seniors through their grocery-delivery program
2. Presbyterian Homes and Services Foundation - $20,000 – to support their Creative Services food delivery program
3. Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly - $20,000 – to support their LBFE programs
4. Senior Community Services - $20,000 – to support their Frail Elderly Support Services
5. PRISM - $25,000 – to support their PRISM Express Transportation program
6. Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches - $10,000 – to support their Paint-A-Thon and HandyWorks programs
7. Intercongregation Communities Association - $10,000 – to help purchase a refrigerated truck to deliver seniors’ groceries
8. The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation - $15,000 – to support their Wilder Aging Services program
9. Catholic Charities - $15,000 – to support their Aging Services program
10. DARTS - $20,000 – to support their Community Services for Older Adults and Caregivers program
11. Volunteers Enlisted to Assist People (VEAP) - $15,000 – to support their Food and Transportation program for seniors
12. Keystone Community Services - $20,000- to support their Seniors program.
13. Minneapolis Institute of Arts - $15,000 – to support their Discover Your Story program
14. Let’s Go Fishing with Seniors - $5,000 – to support their program
15. Nokomis Healthy Seniors - $10,000 – to support their Living Well at Home program
16. The Arthritis Foundation - $10,000 – to support their Exercise Programs for seniors
17. Courage Center - $10,000 – to support their Senior Health, Wellness and Fitness program
18. Goodwill Industries, Inc. - $15,000 – to support their Medical Equipment Loan program
Employee-Elected Charities
In 2011, Allianz Life employees chose four local charities for $25,000 grants and participation in events –the American Cancer Society, HopeKids, Animal Humane Society, and the Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota. Nearly 300 Allianz Life employees participated in fundraising events for these charities throughout the year. The 2012 slate of charities will be announced in February.
Make a Difference (MAD) Volunteer Project
Allianz Life encourages employees to volunteer for charities they care about, creating an activity or project in groups of five employees or more. Employees can do hands-on projects, fundraising walks, runs, etc. and they qualify for $100 per employee to the organization in support of the event. In 2011, more than $100,000 was distributed to nonprofit organizations as more than 1,000 employees participated in volunteer projects during the year.
Scholarship Program
Every year, Allianz Life presents scholarships to students who are family members of employees based on academic performance and community service. In 2011, Allianz Life awarded $30,000 in scholarships.
For more information about Allianz Life’s community giving programs, visit http://www.allianzlife.com and review the information under Corporate Commitment.
Community Relations Recognition
The company received the Community Partner Award in April 2011 by the Corporate Volunteerism Council for its financial literacy initiative with Junior Achievement and Best Prep. In September the company was recognized with the prestigious Jefferson Award from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal for corporate philanthropy and volunteerism.
About Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America
Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America, one of FORTUNE’s 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2012, has been keeping its promises since 1896. Today, it carries on that tradition, helping Americans achieve their retirement income and protection goals with a variety of annuities and life insurance products. As a leading provider of fixed index annuities, Allianz Life is part of Allianz SE, a global leader in the financial services industry with 150,000 employees worldwide. More than 75 million private and corporate customers rely on Allianz knowledge, global reach, and capital strength to help them make the most of financial opportunities.
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Episode 85 – Change Your Story Change Your Life – Joe White, Life Coach, Get Life Coaching – Video
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Posted: February 1, 2012 at 12:54 pm
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East Anglian Pulic Relations Agency Appointed for International Campaign
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PR agency The Write Impression, based in Brantham, Suffolk, has been appointed by the International Coach Federation to promote International Coaching Week in the UK. The aim of the Week, which runs from 5th-11th February, is to raise awareness of business and personal life coaching.
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PR agency The Write Impression, based in Brantham, Suffolk, has been appointed by the International Coach Federation to promote International Coaching Week in the UK. The aim of the Week, which runs from 5th-11th February, is to raise awareness of business and personal life coaching.
“The International Coaching Federation has more than 19,000 members worldwide, including 1,000 members in the UK, and we are thrilled to have been selected to work with such a prestigious professional body,” said Kate Everett, co-founder of The Write Impression.
“This year’s International Coaching Week heralds the launch of the ICF Global Coaching Study, a survey of the phenomenal growth of the business and life coaching industry worldwide, based on 12,000 respondents from 117 countries. It follows the first survey in 2007, also undertaken by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), which was one of the largest pieces of research at the time.”
The Write Impression specialises in public relations and marketing services for clients ranging from manufacturers to hoteliers, and film-makers to life coaches.
For more information about The Write Impression please contact Kate Everett at http://www.thewriteimpression.co.uk.
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Coaching life
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Coaching life
By DIANE GASPER-O'BRIEN
She is as competitive as they come. Always has been. Always will be.
That's what growing up in a house with eight older brothers can do for you.
Rose McFarland, and everyone close to her, hopes that will to win and survive can help her beat her latest opponent -- cancer.
McFarland said thanks to the support and prayers from many, including the youth basketball team she coaches with her husband, Galen, she plans to be a mainstay in the stands once these players reach junior high and high school.
McFarland was diagnosed with uterine and ovarian cancer in November. After undergoing surgery later that month, she began chemotherapy treatments that take her several days to recover from.
But the setback hasn't stopped her from trying to lead a normal life.
A multi-sport athlete while growing up in Lenora in the 1970s, McFarland played basketball at Cloud County Community College in Concordia, then at St. Mary of the Plains College in Dodge City. And she never was one to miss games or practices.
Although the effects of her chemo treatments have kept her out of some practices, McFarland hasn't missed a single game coaching her Hays Hoopsters sixth-grade boys' team.
That could change Saturday when the Hoopsters take part in a tournament in Norton.
It normally takes McFarland three or four days to recuperate from her chemo treatments, which she undergoes every three weeks, and her next scheduled treatment Wednesday in Kansas City, Kan.
Basketball therapy
"If I can go, I will," McFarland said, adding watching her son, David, and his teammates play basketball has been good therapy.
David's 12th birthday also happens to be Saturday. But, McFarland said, David knows his mom will be there in spirit even if she isn't able to make the trip.
"My main goal is to stay healthy right now. If I can't go, Galen will be there with them, and Kent (Werth) helps out, too," McFarland added about one of the team members' parents.
Other than feeling sluggish after she started chemo, McFarland said what she noticed the most was her hair falling out.
"It was coming out in bunches," said McFarland, who had her husband get out the clippers and cut it close to her scalp.
In support of their coach, the Hoopsters decided to do the same.
A couple of the parents of the players came up with the idea one day and asked the boys how they felt about it.
Some didn't give it a second thought.
"I've had mine this short before," Palmer Hutchison piped up.
Others weren't quite so sure.
"I didn't know at first," Cole Zimmerman, who said he never had his head buzzed that close before, said with a big grin.
"And Hunter was nervous," one of the players said about another team member, Hunter Brown.
"I was pretty nervous when I got mine cut off, too," McFarland admitted.
In the end, all 10 players bought into the idea.
"If one wouldn't have wanted to do it, we wouldn't have," Werth said.
Hoopsters 'all in'
So one Friday evening earlier this month, the Hoopsters gathered at the Werth home for a pizza party, and one of the mothers buzzed all the team members' heads before McFarland came to pick up her son.
"They had so much fun with it," Werth said. "And even some of the younger brothers wanted their hair cut, too."
Carrying a little lighter load, the Hoopsters went out the next couple of days and lost just one game en route to a third-place finish at the perennially tough Great Bend Tournament.
The McFarlands both have coached at the high school level, and Rose has college coaching experience, too. They stress fundamentals in their winter instructional camps they have run since David, their only child, was in first grade.
The McFarlands also hope the youngsters have fun while learning about basketball -- and other things as well.
McFarland said she believes she gets just as much in return.
"I just love coaching, at any level," McFarland said. "And things like this, you never forget. When they all came marching in one by one with their hair cut, and I realized they all had done it, I got really choked up."
"She thought it was pretty neat," Galen McFarland said, "that the kids would do that for her."
"All the prayers and support mean so much," added Rose, who expects to complete her chemotherapy treatments in April.
Lifetime memories
Werth said their coach's illness has brought the team closer together.
"These kids will remember shaving their heads more than games they won or lost," Werth said.
McFarland agreed, saying how much she appreciates all the contact from former coaches, players and acquaintances since learning of her illness.
"What's neat is that I've just met so many people through playing and coaching," she said. "Hopefully, these guys will, too. It's fun to see the kids progress, but also the bonds they've created.
"And," she added, "we all learn a few life lessons along the way."
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