In this image, a glass sphere sits on a wooden bench, reflecting an urban skyline and sky, symbolizing clarity, focus, and innovative media strategy. Perfect for showcasing media expertise and modern branding visuals.
Let’s pause for a minute and contemplate your impact.
As a busy leader, what are you doing that goes above and beyond?
To get remembered, I recommend you do more than others. Do the unexpected. Give without expectation of receiving. Get your stories out into social media so people will find out about you!
Last Sunday, I had an exciting experience volunteering with my Congregation Hakafa and another temple in packing backpacks for foster kids through a nonprofit, Comfort Cases.
Rob Scheer, the Founder of this organization spent most of his life in foster care, and shared his riveting story to a packed room of about 80 people. You can find his TedX talk on YouTube.
He really knows how to tell his story well! My eyes filled up with tears listening to his struggles.
I never realized the many challenges faced by foster kids, who get transported from home to home – often every year — and are given garbage bags to toss their stuff into. It makes them feel like garbage!
Instead, Rob and his partner, not only adopted five foster kids, but their nonprofit, Comfort Cases, gives youth of all ages — a backpack filled with things they need. A new set of pajamas (labeled for girls/boys), a new blanket, a book, toiletries with their own toothbrush (!), a stuffed animal and a card that the packing volunteer signs — to let a kid know that someone cares.
The photo is of myself with Rob Scheer, who I honored with the “Who I Am Makes A Difference” blue ribbon.
Stumped for ideas to go above and beyond? Here are a few tips you can do immediately.
* Reach out to past clients and schedule a complimentary brainstorming session.
* Offer to connect two like-minded people together.
* Ask for feedback on your work, and encourage clients to rate you on a 1-10. For a number that’s less than 10, ask how you can get to a higher number.
* Provide a free webinar offering prospects valuable tips to solve their challenges… and then give them your contact information to learn more.
Here’s to your success,
Lynn
P.S. What ideas or tips would YOU like to see featured in a future blog?
Please feel free to email me. P.P.S. There is still space available to be a best-selling author in our Difference Makers Anthology. Check it out: https://greatlegacystories.com
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As Valentine’s Day approaches, I invite you to be aware of putting the spiritual quality of love into your everyday interactions.
Go above and beyond the expected.
Give without any expectation of receiving.
Make a call to check in on someone.
That’s the kind of love that’s appreciated by anyone.
Over the past eight weeks, I’ve dealt with a second back surgery, recuperation, and a move to a new home. It gave me plenty of time to reflect.
I realize we all face challenges. So – how do we pull ourselves up?
To find light at the end of the tunnel, I’d like to offer five tips.
1. Dedicate quiet time each morning on your own personal and spiritual development. Take time to meditate, do affirmations, visualizations and more. I’ve found great value from this site: https://miraclemorning.com)
2. Go above and beyond for your prospects and clients. Check out unique benefits from Mailbox Power. You can create your own database, personalize cards that are mailed on your behalf, and even use this service as a lead generation tool. See: https://mailboxpower.com/LynnSanders
3. Honor friends, family and colleagues with a simple “Who I Am Makes A Difference” Blue Ribbon. Get ten free ribbons at https://blueribbons.org It takes just a minute to recognize someone’s value. This ribbon does so much good — and has even saved lives.
4. Connect people together who can be a good match for each other.
5. Share an interesting article or book that you believe others will appreciate. I just finished Steve Farber’s book, “Love Is Just Damn Good Business. Do what you love for those who love what you do!” Check it out!
Thank YOU for being a part of the Difference Makers community.
You never know what a difference you can make to someone’s life!
Here’s an important tip in building your impact. BE AUTHENTIC. Do what you say… and promote yourself AS YOU!
Problem is — nowadays, so many of us resort to an “easy way” to represent our brand. It’s so easy to use stock photos.
I was told you can now have someone else write your blog. You can even use artificial intelligence robots to speak for you. So — how do prospects really get to know who YOU are? The facts are simple. People connect with authentic photos and real people… Even if you’re not perfectly comfortable on camera… because they relate to you.
In some political circles, authenticity is becoming rare. We all know of people with a lack of integrity.
That’s why — when YOU speak from your heart… with your REAL stories, you’re building trust.
You don’t need stock pictures. Use real pictures that share your story. As you build trust, you’re also reinforcing credibility. People want to be connected with the REAL YOU!
In the above image, I shared the banner of a favorite past interview. I was delighted to interview my friend and business colleague, Sandy Mosetick, Founder of Cue College, with her high-achieving, deaf daughter, Rachel McAnallen, who now is a leader at the National Cued Speech Association. We also had two interpreters — a Cued Speech transliterator AND a Sign language Interpreter.
As far as I know, no one else has done an interview to this extent about the power of Cued Speech, in a way where both deaf and hearing people could understand every word.
We attracted close to a thousand viewers, and people still love watching this program.
Why? Because their stories are told from the heart.
It has been many weeks since I last wrote to you, and you may have wondered what happened…
Well, I’ll tell you. I’ve had major back surgery, accompanied by physical challenges that made me feel like I was going through a torture chamber…
And I SURVIVED! I’m back — renewed with an even stronger drive and determination to make this new year the best ever.
You see, when you stretch yourself – whether it’s physically, mentally, emotionally, or spiritually – you end up getting stronger.
So, let me ask you…
Are you tired of small, slow and incremental growth?
Are you willing to push yourself outside of your comfort zone?
Do you have a burning desire to crush your goals and make 2023 your best year ever?
If so, then I invite you to join me in a journey to transform your life in 100 days or less. Besides learning from this blog, in which I’ll feature wisdom from some of today’s top business leaders, I want to give you much more…
(I’m extending this early-bird deadline to January 6th)…
1. Get recognized as an expert by having your story published in a best-selling anthology and MORE! * You’ll get group and personal coaching over the next 100 days. * You’ll be interviewed on The Difference Makers and promoted through social media. * Your interview will be featured on the Wonderful Living TV platform. Limited spaces. Sign up or get more info: https://greatlegacystories.com2. Get personalized mindset coaching over 100 days — to propel you ahead — and be featured in a personal interview. See: https://asklynnsanders.com/InterviewPackage.3. Gain insights with the “Craft Your Story To Success” program. Build your skills in story strategy, writing, videos, and social media marketing. Plus — Enjoy a personal coaching session too!
I assure you — there is no time like the present.
That’s why it’s called “the present” … a gift to yourself.
If you have any questions, feel free to be in touch. Email: Lynn@DifferenceMakersMedia.com.
I was re-listening to a Les Brown audio recording this morning, and every word touched my heart. He speaks about having faith, belief, and perseverance in his dreams until he made his dreams come true.
One of his messages is the title for this blog – “Follow Your Heart – Not The Herd.”
What’s in YOUR heart?
What do you want to do to make a difference?
What’s your dream?
Most of us have never been asked, “What’s your dream?” It’s important to consider because we only have so much time on this planet.
In our brief time together, I want to encourage you to step outside your comfort zone today. Do something that takes you forward on the path towards your dreams. When you do that, you’re stepping into your greatness.
I believe we’re all put on earth for a reason. It’s our job to discover what our mission is… and then choose to move through our fears and live with faith.
It’s a lesson that I learned – over and over again – especially after taking 20 years to get my children’s story, “Dancing With Tex” into publication… which became an award-winning, best-selling book.
One of my dreams is to bring out more positive stories into the world, and I’d like to shine a light on your good work.
To make that happen, I’m creating an anthology, “The Difference Makers: True Stories of Superstar Leaders Uplifting Our World.”
Twenty-four people will be selected to be a part of this exciting project, which will shine a light on those who are empowering, inspiring, and transforming the lives of others. The world NEEDS more uplifting stories, would you agree?
No matter what you decide, remember – you DO have greatness within you.
“What the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve.”
As you gather round with your loved ones, reminiscing over the year, please know how grateful I am for your presence.
In your own way, each of you are making a difference, and I’m grateful to have connected with many of you personally — sharing your light, your joy, your compassion.
As time moves by, days become even more precious. We all have limited time to do what we want while on earth. That’s why it’s important to step into your greatness.
Recognize this: we can choose to make a bigger difference by committing to our vision… to ongoing learning… to facing tomorrow with faith over fear. Nothing is more compelling than creating and sharing your stories.
All the best to you,
Lynn
P.S. Timeless wisdom from writer, A.A. Milne, author of Winnie The Pooh:
You can’t stay in your corner of the forest waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes. – Pooh, “Pooh’s Little Instruction Book”(Reflection by blog writer, Stephanie Vermillion)
As Pooh “notes” in his little instruction book, life is about more than cozying up in our favorite corners or staying in our safe spaces to avoid the unknown. Putting ourselves out there leads to new experiences, important lessons, and valuable friendships we’d never form staying safe at home. There’s a dazzling, enriching world just waiting beyond our comfort zones, if we’re brave enough to leave our corner of the forest.
