Welcome to Da Coach's Corner for April 2024

The purpose is to inform, inspire and have a little fun along the way.

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Straight to the TOP of the Podcast Charts! I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Tonya Eberhart & Michael Carr on their top 2% globally ranked "Be BOLD Branding Podcast." I shared my story of how I began to coach Financial Advisors around the U.S. to help them grow their clientele.👍 Link: https://lnkd.in/gBGcucDm

Bible Pusher If you didn't get one in time for Easter you can still order your very own "God Bless The USA" New Testament Bible for only $59.95. It's a way for you to "Help America Pray Again" and insure you will be divinely guided in the November election. It pairs well with certain sneakers at only $399 -- such a deal! 💲😎💲

Spin Cycle I woke up one morning with my head going "Around and Around," not in a good way. For no apparent reason I got vertigo, which is like the time you drank too much alcohol and felt the room spinning -- but I was sober as a WCTU member. It took a few days to subside, not a fun experience. Have you had it? ☹️

Boldly Moving On Da Bearz ended the Justin Fields drama quickly by shipping him off to Pittsburgh for a 6th round draft pick. I wish him well, but on April 25th they'll take Caleb Williams #1. Can he lead us to the SUPER BOWL? We'll see. 🏈

War, Continued 🇮🇱 Israel: The war with Hamas continues without a path to a ceasefire for the return of hostages. You can donate to the Red Cross here.

🇺🇦 Ukraine: Their war with Russia plods on with no end in sight. Global democracy is at stake here -- IT MATTERS TO ALL OF US. You can donate to the Ukrainian people here. ❤️ Or, you can buy a Ukraine candle -- the proceeds go there.

Book Recommendations I read 50+ non-fiction books a year -- it's where I find ideas to help my clients grow their business. I get them (free!) out of my local library. Below are the ones I read this past month.

The Future Normal: How We Will Live, Work and Thrive in the Next Decade In a not-too-distant time we'll see all kinds of innovations that are budding at start-ups right now: Driverless trucks, psylocibin therapy, job sharing, immersive concerts, etc.

Flamin' Hot: The Incredible True Story of One Man's Rise from Janitor to Top Executive Richard P. Montanez shares how he developed Flamin' Hot Cheetos with imagination, determination and creativity despite starting as low man on the PepsiCo totem pole. It's an inspiring story that also became a Hollywood movie.

Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection Charles Duhigg (author of The Power of Habit) shares that it's not what you're saying, it's how you're empathetically bonding with others that creates deeper relationships.

Comedy Book: How Comedy Conquered Culture–and the Magic That Makes It Work Comedy has transformed from just making us laugh to getting us to think.

Better Listening: The Secret to Improving Your Professional and Personal Life Who couldn't stand to be a better listener? (Just ask my wife ...😎). Plenty of tips in this one on what to do (and what NOT to do) to help you hone your listening skills.

Financial Advisors I coach Financial Advisors around the country to help them grow their clientele. I always want to meet FA's, branch managers and/or fund wholesalers anywhere in the US. Your introductions are greatly appreciated. 

Audio Recommendation Want great ideas from Earl Nightingale, Brian Tracy, Tony Robbins and other personal development superstars? You can always go to Nightingale.com for hundreds of hours of motivational/inspirational/educational audios to help you stay on track with success.

Contribution  There are lots of ways you can "Pay It Forward" for good karma. If you want to contribute to a military veteran's transition to a civilian job like I do, sign on as an advisor with ACP AdvisorNet.org. Also, the American Red Cross will always welcome you to donate blood.

Healing Thoughts If you would be so kind, please take a moment to send healing energy as I do daily to individuals you know who have serious health challenges or are dealing with difficult circumstances. Every positive thought helps, thanks.