P.D with Dr. Jackie
Personal Development is something I value very highly. I truly believe that working on yourself is an investment that everyone should make and when you do so, everything around you seems to fall into place.
Do not get the idea that once you read my book or work with me that your journey towards personal development is complete! Personal Development is never really over. We as humans are always never complete and there is always room for improvement!
I see the value of this practice because it has helped me throughout all areas of my life and has made me into the renowned leader, mentor, business consultant, author and so much more I am today. Investing in yourself is not just a step that will help you, it’s a step that will help you and those around you!
So come along with me, let’s get you on the right track towards Personal Development, there is much to discover!
What is Your Purpose?
A part of our training is focused on helping you get to where you need to go, but what if you don’t know where you should go?
This definitely is something you should consider finding out if you want to save a little extra time taking the wrong path from the get go. All the choices you make are good ones, if you view them as learning experiences but a trick to do well is always to work smarter, not harder. So let’s help you work smarter instead of harder to find your purpose to help you figure out where you should be going!
The following is a worksheet of 20 questions that you should try to answer as honestly and as detailed as you can, to get the best result.
If you’re not sure what to say, or can’t find the right words, it’s definitely ok. There is nothing wrong with not knowing, you can take a break or skip a question and get back to it at a later date when you think or have an idea of what it might be.
You can also consider asking those around you that know you well, sometimes it’s the people closest to you that you trust that know you better than you know yourself!
Questions:
- When you picture yourself happy doing a task or helping others etc, what are you doing?
- Why do you think it made you happy?
- What are your top 3, best memories and what makes them the best for you?
- Are you seeing any common themes among your answers thus far, list them below! (they could be the setting, the people you were with, the task you were doing etc)
- Sometimes we have to focus on our passions as although our passions and happy moments may be linked, they are still two different things. What 5 things are you passionate about right now?
- Awesome work, now list the 5 things you were passionate about as a child.
- Do you see any similarities? If yes, write them down and if no, write down the differences you see.
- Where do you feel the most at ease?
- When was the last time you felt timeless and found your flow while doing something?
- What were you doing in the answer above?
- Write down the stages you regard as your “main stages” of your life and what made you feel the most fulfilled during those times.
- If you had a month of free-time and none of your normal responsibilities, what would you do/how would you spend it?
- When do you feel the most comfortable in your skin?
- When in your life, have you felt a strong sense of purpose?
- How did you recognize that purpose?
- Name 3 things you do very well
- What are some things your loved ones or friends, colleagues, associates have told you you do well or that you are known for?
- Which of those things do you agree with that you do well?
- What do you want to learn about? If you could sign up for a class right now, what would it be? (It could be college level, an online course, a workshop put on by a local business, etc.)
- At the end of your life, what ultimate message would you like to pass on to your children or closest friends and family?
Bonus Question : “I feel proud of myself because __________.”
(list as many or as little things you feel proud of yourself for)
Life Management & Coaching
Services
Life Behaviour Management:
Life Behaviour Management as the name suggests, speaks on working on managing the way you behave throughout your life. On its face it may seem a simple and easily understandable process to begin but once you take a closer look, you can see that Life Behaviour Management, is a step that requires a lot of drive and determination to make conceivable changes to your life and ultimately, those around you.
Managing your behaviour is linking towards managing your habits, whether good or bad. It’s learning to train yourself to invest in your good habits and take steps to reduce and hopefully diminish the bad ones. Come with me, let’s work towards developing positive Life Behaviour Management skills, to get you on the right track towards becoming your best self in and outside of the workplace!
Job Readiness
Personal Development
Board Directorship Readiness:
Congrats on being chosen to direct the board or congrats on setting your goal high on wanting to make it to the board of directors. This is one of the top 10 roles employees strive to attain when in a working environment, but what do you really need to do to be “Board Directorship Ready”?
I’m sure you are dying to know so grab a chair and let’s get started on the steps you can take to check if you are ready or to become ready!
Women’s Empowerment:
In a world dominated by men, it may sometimes feel hard to be empowered as a woman but that should not be the case. Instead of looking at it as a world dominated by men, look at it as the many opportunities you can make for your fellow women if you take that step to be bold, to be determined and to secure your space in the oversaturated spaces of men.
We are constantly faced with having to work twice as hard for opportunities but in doing so we make ourselves twice as sharp and twice as deserving of that space. I have had my fair share of trials and tough times so come along with me as I share all my tips on how I navigated the challenges I faced to help you navigate yours better than I did!
Career Advancement:
No one wants to be stagnant, stuck and in one place forever. Whether in their house, in their life and most definitely in their career. We as humans strive to make changes and to improve on what’s been given to us, but how do we advance in our career?
You’ve come to the right place because with over 30 years in the Human Resource field I feel like I know a thing or 2 about advancing in your career and how to get to that place you want to. Book a session and let’s talk more about getting you to where you want to go, I can’t wait to help you on your journey to success.
Parenting with Courage:
Being a parent is one thing, but the courage that comes after. Not everyone is born courageous and becoming a parent is the most courageous thing you can do but sometimes, you feel like you are the least fit person for the job.
How do you get back that courage you feel has been lost during parenthood, how do you get more courage? Having parented 3 amazing now adult children, I have had my share of lessons throughout the years so come with me, let’s talk. I’m sure my years with my kids have left me with some amazing tips and tricks to navigate this parenting world effectively but still finding a way to have fun and be courageous when doing so!
Mothering with Courage:
A mother’s job is never truly over so you can imagine that the courage to be a mother is one that is never truly constant. Courage is not something that is fixed but rather, is bloomed over time. It takes dedication and constant reassurance not just from those around you, but also from that little voice in your head!
Learning to approach the journey of motherhood courageously is one in which I had to discover when first entering the world of motherhood and is something I still exercise everyday. If you want to learn how to mother with courage, keep on reading, I’m sure there is something valuable for you to learn along the way.
Dress Style for Winners and Resources
Who is a stylish woman?
A stylish woman has an essence of practicality. Her mind is set on more important things than mere fashion, but if fashion can help her reach her goals, then she’s all over it. Quality and durability are her watchwords, whether she is dressing herself or others.
A Stylish woman shops with precision. She studies the catalogs and makes note of the stores that stock what she likes. She isn’t averse to a bargain either, and will shamelessly haggle if she thinks something is overpriced. She knows her own style and won’t be talked into buying what she doesn’t want – she is the bane of shop attendants, since she will return anything that doesn’t live up to its advertising and demand a refund. She will usually get it too.
Status and image are important to a stylish woman, and you will rarely find her with a messy coat. Her outfits are sharp and individual, much like herself, and usually comprise business suits and pointed heels when at work. Off duty, her style is relaxed but never overly casual. A stylish woman is not a label diva, preferring practical clothes over ridiculous straight-off-the-catwalk concoctions. Accessories and expensive jewelry are a stylish woman’s favorite splurges.
Her wardrobe might be quite sparse, by fashionista standards, but everything in it will be there for a purpose. She will choose her casual clothes with as much care as her dressier styles, and her office wear. She cannot bear shoddy workmanship, or clothes that don’t fit the occasion. She accessorizes with discriminating taste. Not for her the cheap and gaudy trinket or the wildly eye catching bling.
The tailored look suits the Stylish woman to a T. She thrives in the corporate atmosphere, or anywhere she can exercise her practical skills, and will dress accordingly. She doesn’t care for fuss, although she likes to look her best. Oddly enough, her hair may be the one area where she breaks out. Although she will usually have it in a neat, easy care ‘do, she may suddenly turn into a blonde or a redhead on a whim. Everyone has their wild streak.
What the stylish woman most appreciates is a little ‘me’ time. For her, the height of luxury is to take the phone off the hook, run a warm scented bath, and luxuriate until the water gets cold. As long as she remembers to put nutrients for her skin into the bath along with the fragrance, this is fine.
So you see, being stylish does not only relate to what you wear, it is influenced by all areas of your life. When you begin to try to live a stylish life, however that looks to you, you in turn, will become more stylish as a result!