Having my authors NY Bestsellers roducing great social esence for my authors Being the go-to ishing coach in my
M
Dr. Karen’s Monday Greeting
ANSWERS YOU NEED!
I know you sometimes wonder how people in leadership do what they do. Believe me, you are not the only one wondering. I highly recommend that, if you have an opportunity, do one simple thing‌ ask them! An unintimidated leader do not have an issue sharing answers to popular questions regarding leadership.
Letter from the Editor
Here are the most popular questions and answers regarding, leadership, motivation, vision, and resources. Enjoy! Dr. Karen S. Ratliff Editor In Chief, I Love Mondays with Dr. Karen
2
LEADERSHIP TIPS
MOTIVATION & VISION
RESOURCES YOU NEED!
07
06
M
STRATEGIC PLANNING TIPS GETTING YOUR BREAKTHROUGH!!
09
ABOUT DR. KAREN & 365 CONSULTING GROUP
3
08
Table of Contents
05
04
M
Leadership!
What are the most important values to demonstrate as a leader? 1. Operate in the spirit of excellence: Show people better than you can tell them. As a leader, I work with teams and clients so they have hands on experience of working and operating in an excellent way. 2. Be able to Delegate: I know the importance of giving a task to someone who can do it better. I am not a master of everything, those things that I am not great at, I find the person who is able to perfectly complete a task. Doing so births forth an excellent vision. 3. See Far: As a leader, we must see, not what is just in front of us (because that time will past soon). However, see far because you will always have great things to reach for.
ILM OCTOBER PA RT N E R
LEADERSHIP
*Tired Of Not Living Your BEST Life!!! *Tired Of Getting DENIED When You Apply For Credit
www.opulentcreditbuilders.com cscott@opulentcreditbuilders.com 708-368-1252
Call Opulent Credit Builders To Help You Get Your Credit Back On Track.
4
Motivation
M
What motivates me? 1. I am motivated by other’s accomplishments. 2. I am motivated by seeing my clients happy. 3. I am motivated by coming close to scratching off items on my “to-do” list.
Vision
Why is vision important? How do you implement vision?
I implement vision by: 1. Setting smaller goals that all lead to the implementation of vision. 2. Celebrating small accomplishments. 3. Eating the elephant by taking on the biggest tasks at the beginning of the week. 4. Having a “to-do” list everyday. 5. Touching goals every day, even if it is only for 15 minutes.
5
MOTIVATION & VISION
Vision is important because it sets the tone and direction of your life, if you go after it.
M
Resources
What are some of your favorite tools to use professionally?
ILM OCTOBER PA RT N E R
BUSINESS TIP
I am old fashioned and do not believe in spending a lot of money on tools. Here’s what I use often: 1. Journal: I write every day and my information is kept in one place for less than $5. 2. App: I am a strategist, my favorite strategy app is “PocketLife Calender.” 3. Health: I need to drink much more water daily, I use “My Water Balance” to help keep me on track 4. Budget: I help clients with their personal finances. I recommend the “Daily Budget Original” app.
Vision/Handle - Greater Starts with You! Greatness is within each of us. How do we identify it, How do we work towards it, How do we accomplish it? Work with Coach Jas and unlock the Greater You!
IG/FB - The Greater Me Consulting https://www.thegreatermeconsulting.com
RESOURCES
A 4 week prayer journey to help you “know you” and “love you” better. This journal will assist in aligning the inner and outer you and ultimately giving you a deeper understanding of who you are. You will complete this journey and consciously make decisions that are in the best interest of You! Journey with Coach Jas and Choose You!
6
strategic planning tips
M ILM OCTOBER PA RT N E R
www.blissdreamlove.com info@blissdreamlove.org 312.241.0937
Bliss Dream Love helps others love themselves, love others and love what they do. We specialize in making all professional and person dreams come true.
7
STRATEGIC PLANNING TIPS
1. Ask yourself what is the vision (unacceptable to live life aimlessly) 2. Plan for balance, so seek vision for every area of your life (spiritual, physical, financial, social/relational, personal, etc.). 3. Speak the vision (speak into existence. If you don’t write and speak it, it’s not real) 4. Set goals (goals are the steps to get you to vision). Yearly, Quarterly, monthly, weekly, daily. All should align to vision 5. Structure your week (I Love Monday’s Journal). Every Sunday: Praising for. Praying for. Weekly goals. 6. Eat the elephant first (Monday) 7. Accountability partner (life coach, mentors, tribe (iron sharpens iron), prayer partners, friends)- you speak vision here (loose lips sink ships). This is your support. Don’t bring unnecessary warfare to yourself. 8. Celebrate small accomplishments 9. Rest 10. Prayer is a part of planning (strategic implementation). Working on the same goal, but finished quicker with more resources. (When I bring strategic planning to my mentees, it comes straight for heaven). I’m usually writing when in prayer. Strategy is key! Midwife of strategic implementation.
M
Breakthrough How do you get through challenges?
I often get through challenges by fasting and prayer. Matthew 17:21 “this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting.�
BREAKTHROUGH
ILM OCTOBER PA RT N E R Website : www.yourxposeur.com Email : cydni@yourxposeur.com IG: @yourxposeur TW: @yourxposeur FB: @yourxposeur Phone: 302.786.7673
March Money Madness
I also will hire a licensed therapist if I need to speak with a professional.
Xposeur Photography is devoted to quality customer service, a seamless booking process, and a sophisticated product that your family will cherish for years to come. We love people, value being present and believe being a part of your special occasions is a privilege! Our clients are family!
8
M
As an author, motivational speaker, and consultant, Dr. Karen Ratliff is usually on video calls with clients, working as a Senior Executive Director, meeting with students at universities, writing curriculum, ghostwriting books, and running trainings at leadership development programs. While living an imperfect life, she is almost perfect at personal and professional coaching. Allow her to help you implement your vision!
Dr. Ratliff is a strategist and planner. As an entrepreneur and certified life coach, she is made to assist and help others with their dreams and goals. She is an educational leader, professor, and curriculum developer. As the founder of “The College Bootcamp,� a non-profit organization, she assists first-year college students with transition from high school to college. Recently, her consulting services assisted in opening a performing arts charter school, daycare centers, businesses and church restructuring and rebranding.
info@365consultinggroup.com IG: 365_Consulting_Group www.365consultinggroup.com
9
BUILDING A CURRICULUM
For the past 10 years, Dr. Ratliff worked as a District Manager at Chicago Public Schools, Senior Executive Director at New Life Southeast Church, Professor, and the Board President of A.I.M Performing Arts Charter School.
M
Check out the I Love Mondays website for more resources! www.ilovemondaysinc.com
See you in November! Secure Home and Automation, LLC www.securehomeandautomation.com 708-251-5069
Ensure that your home is secure! Don’t allow burglars to take advantage of unsecured homes. Call us for a free needs assessment today! ILM OCTOBER PA RT N E R
About the Editor in Chief
Connect with ILM with Dr. Karen!
facebook.com/ilovemondaysdrkaren @ilovemondaysdrkaren @ilovemondaysdrkaren ILoveMondaysinc.com Cover Design, Magazine Layout Design Young Dreams Publications/Media www.youngdreamsbig.com www.youngdreambig.com/ydmedia info@youngdreamsbig.com
Dr. Karen Ratliff is a native of Chicago, Illinois. As the founder of 365 Consulting Group, she assists individuals and corporations reach their desired visions, dreams, and goals. She is an author, motivational speaker, certified life coach, ghostwriter, and consultant. Her motto is “How May I Help You Win?” Dr. Ratliff was the writer for Jet Magazine “Cents and Sensibility” column. She is also a professor, course designer and curriculum developer. She is the trailblazer for the approval of a charter school located on the south-side of Chicago, where she now serves as the Board President. Most recently Dr. Karen became a 2018 recipient of the “40 under 40,” Young Women Professional League where she is recognized as a trailblazing professional under the age of 40. She loves Mondays because Monday is the day that sets the tone for the week. Don’t wait until Friday to get things done. Get it done early and chill the rest of the week.
10
