Here’s SOMETHING You Can Try To Defeat Daily Negative News

I work hard to make a positive contribution to this planet in all that I do. Period. Bringing joy to people’s lives, removing doubt, building confidence, and setting a positive example is being part of the SOLUTION. I refuse to be part of the problem and seen as a stereotype. I resist being typecast, there’sContinue reading “Here’s SOMETHING You Can Try To Defeat Daily Negative News”

Want To Do What You Love? REALITY: You Don’t Need Permission

Want to do what you love? You can!  But you gotta stop asking  other people “can I start now?” before taking a chance on yourself.  The reality is: placing your power in others to give you a green light won’t help you move forward. Go. Do You. Make today the day you stop waiting for someoneContinue reading “Want To Do What You Love? REALITY: You Don’t Need Permission”

Just Got Off Stage? Why Congratulations Are In Order

Super Congratulations! You Did It! Ok… So what did you do exactly? Here’s what you did: You showed up. You got on stage and shared your passion. You should be extremely proud of yourself! Why? Because sometimes, those nerves suck. But look- despite being nervous, you did it! You got up there despite feeling shaky,Continue reading “Just Got Off Stage? Why Congratulations Are In Order”

TUNE IN: Shawn Byfield Going In On Toronto Radio

Wake up Friends… Because Toronto’s Byfield Dance Experience owner Shawn Byfield will be LIVE on-air! TUNE IN to Turnout Radio, CIUT 89.5 FM at 9am EST Wednesday April 20th. You don’t wanna miss this fun radio interview and dance performance… you gotta hear it to believe it. As a sought-after presenter, coach and entrepreneur, ShawnContinue reading “TUNE IN: Shawn Byfield Going In On Toronto Radio”

Here’s Why Turkeys Never Win

A THOUGHT: It’s true, we shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. But here’s a secret… People do! Look the part. If you want people to take you seriously, then a good place to start is by taking yourself seriously. Make sure your outer world is an accurate reflection of your inner world. You won’tContinue reading “Here’s Why Turkeys Never Win”

This Is The Most-Avoided Question That Will Make You Challenge Your Job Situation

YES! Let’s check Silicon Valley and Googleplex off my list! Totally inspired. Earlier this month on my Instagram, I finally visited one of the largest and most inventive tech companies on Earth. Always wanted to go. Since I was in San Jose on a marketing convention I took time to head to the search engineContinue reading “This Is The Most-Avoided Question That Will Make You Challenge Your Job Situation”

CONGRATULATIONS Winners! (The Simple, PROVEN, 2 Step Formula For Winning At Everything)

I LOVE hearing good news from my dancers and friends. Just found out one of them made the callback for Argos Cheerleaders! Out of 165 girls fighting to get paid to dance, do community work, and cheer on Toronto’s Grey Cup winning team, she’s in! PLUS: one of my friends, after shadowing me, improving herContinue reading “CONGRATULATIONS Winners! (The Simple, PROVEN, 2 Step Formula For Winning At Everything)”

WOW… Here’s Why ASKHOLES Drive Me Nuts!

Funny, but not funny post. One of the most frustrating people I meet: ASKHOLES. “Someone who continually asks for advice and does nothing with it” If you didn’t know this about me already: I LOVE helping you. I really do. I know I’m a wired encourager and my purpose is to help others achieve their higherContinue reading “WOW… Here’s Why ASKHOLES Drive Me Nuts!”

#1 Lesson Haters Gonna Learn From Britney Spears

Does it pay to be crazy? Here’s #Motivation: Britney Spears has actually only been in the pop business for a few years. Her first album came out in 1999. To date she’s sold over 100 MILLION albums worldwide. Forbes Magazine recently recognized her as the highest paid female recording artist, $58M, in 2012.   HatersContinue reading “#1 Lesson Haters Gonna Learn From Britney Spears”

The Future Is Full Of OPPORTUNITY

It’s true, the future is full of opportunities if you are willing to embrace it. Just a few (of many) tips: Always keep an open mind Embrace change Learn to think outside the box Msg me your thoughts on my thoughts below, or tweet me here if you’re on a mobile device right now. AndContinue reading “The Future Is Full Of OPPORTUNITY”