People To Meet

Recently I sent out an email to a group of people who had written articles for Jeffrey Gitomer’s ezine “Sales Caffeine” to introduce them to the Zen Rabbit Gratitude Program. I took a guess that since we had all contributed to this publication and were presumably Jeffrey fans, we probably had similar philosophies about client appreciation. And lists of clients or other contacts who might feel the same too. As I pressed “send,” I set the expectation that this email would reach and inspire the “right” people to respond. In other words, I knew not everyone would resonate with that email. But the ones who did would be the ones I was supposed to connect with.

As it turns out, I was right. I have since had some amazing phone conversations and made some fantastic contacts! Today I did a podcast interview with Tara Robinson, owner and CEO of Zugunruhe Coaching on the Gratitude Cookie and the importance of gratitude in general. Check back here for the link to that podcast, which is set to air in early April. During our first conversation last week, Tara commented that she and I are from the same tribe. I totally agree and it’s so cool to find someone with whom you have that connection. Check out Tara’s amazing blog here: http://zugunruhecoaching.typepad.com

Jason Seiden is another person I “met” through this email. Jason runs Seiden & Associates in Chicago – a consulting group that helps “professionals translate improved self-awareness into revenue- and productivity-enhancing behaviors.” He’s also an author and is getting ready for the release of his book “How to Self-Destruct.” He sent me an advanced copy and I’m about one third of the way through it. Again, check back here for the complete review once I’m finished. In the meantime, you can get a preview at http://jasonseiden.com/how-to-self-destruct.

And thirdly, I have to tell you about Wes Moss. Wes’ purpose in life, through his books, radio show, and professional career, is to help people make better financial decisions. He’s the author of the books “Make More, Worry Less” and “Starting from Scratch.” I’ve just come back from the library with “Starting from Scratch.” Guess I’m going to be quite busy reading this week! Visit his website at http://www.wesmoss.com.

When you open yourself to letting the universe bring you the people and experiences you are “supposed” to find, you get what I can only describe as awesomeness. Today I’m grateful for my new friends.

Today I’m grateful for…

As Zen Rabbit prepares for its new concept launch, I’m reworking the website to put more focus on the idea of GRATITUDE. One other thing I’ll let out of the bag is that website visitors will be able to post and discuss what they’re grateful for. And I’ll post regularly here at the blog things that I’m grateful for, along with great stories of gratefulness that I find. And I encourage you participate too; tell us what you’re grateful for.

Today I’m grateful for being able to sleep in for a few hours after a long weekend of working at the Palm Beach County Home Show at the Convention Center in my photographer husband’s exhibit booth. If you’re looking for outstanding portraits of your family, pets or products, find someone who really understands lighting and angles. Even many professionals don’t and it makes a huge difference in how good the pictures are.

I’m also grateful for the amazing people I’ve met and talked with over the past week. Yes, there are plenty of weird or deceitful or unethical people in this world, but I have to agree with Anne Frank’s declaration that “people are basically good at heart.” Now, what are you grateful for today?

Big Girl Trade Show

A big change is brewing at Zen Rabbit and I’m eager to tell you about it. BUT, I will restrain myself until the whole concept is created, so I can share it with you in full. One component that I can tell you about is that Zen Rabbit will be exhibiting at the Great American Dessert Experience in Atlanta, April 7-8. This show is not open to the public. However, I do have some admission tickets to give a way at my discretion. So if you are in the Atlanta area or will be those two days and you want to get in and eat, let me know and I can hook you up.

One hint for you about the big announcement, at this show, Zen Rabbit will publicly unveil it’s brand new retail packaging.