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The Successful Dilettante
October 20, 2007 - Issue 32 - ISSN 1935-4886
Editor: Susan Henderson, coach@susanhenderson.com
Visit our website at: www.susanhenderson.com
In This Issue
1) Greetings/News
2) Susan's Musings - Today is the Sweetest Day
3) Featured guest: Sally Evans
An accomplished creativity coach, jewelry artist, and fine artist, Sally has appeared on national television on HGTV’s Isn’t That Clever. Her one of a kind jewelry and articles have been published in books and magazines.
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Greetings/News
A great big warm welcome to both old and new subscribers. I am happy we have bumped up against each other in this somewhat crazy and frenetic world. I hope you take away some useful nuggets to help you in your quest to honor your many gifts, interests, and entrepreneurial spirit. We strive to affirm the upside of being a successful dilettante. If you know of others who might enjoy what is offered here or on my web site, please share this ezine with them.
The offer of a fr~ee one-on-one session, Start Now to Sky Rocket Your Business in 2008, is available until October 31st. We are having a great time on these calls and those who have participated have gained much more clarity about where they are headed in the upcoming year and the motivation to get there. Email me to set up a session for yourself.
Isn't it time you quit working in isolation? Nothing beats the support, accountibility, and brain-storming you get in a small mastermind group. Do yourself a favor and act now. Take the assessment and download an application to see if a Power of Five Mastermind Group is right for you. Groups forming now. www.susanhenderson.com/mastermind.html
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Susan's Musings - Today is the Sweetest Day
I only just recently learned of this holiday celebrated on the 3rd Saturday of October primarily in the Great Lakes region and parts of the Northeast United States. Although it has evolved into big business for candy, floral, and greeting card companies as loved ones give small gifts of love and appreciation to each other, it originated in 1922 as an altruistic desire to do something "sweet" for Cleveland, Ohio's less fortunate--orphans, newsboys, old folks, and the poor.
The origin of Sweetest Day is often attributed to one man, candy company employee Herbert Birch Kingston, as an act of philanthropy, however it was reported in the Cleveland Plain Dealer's October 8, 1922 edition that the first Sweetest Day was planned by a committee of 12 candymakers chaired by C.C. Hartzell and that over 20,000 boxes of candy were distributed to Cleveland's less fortunate. Some of the big movie stars of the day assisted in the distribution, such as Theda Bara and Ann Pennington.
Although this holiday did not take off like they had hoped, it is slowly gaining popularity in other parts of the U.S., possibly as a result of Ohioans moving and bringing this "sweet" holiday with them. No complaints there. In these troubled times, we need all the sweetness we can muster.
So today, make a conscious choice to be sweet--give the gift of time, a plate of cookies, a bunch of flowers, lend a hand, lend an ear, look for opportunities to offer a smile or hold a door open. Do this not just today, but everyday. Your life will be much sweeter for it.
Hugs,
Susan
"I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mit on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back." ~ Maya Angelou
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Featured Guest: Sally Evans
I first learned of Sally Evans when I clicked a link in Barbara Winter's newsletter to a Dream Board class. I learned that the class was being held in Denver and I live in the Seattle area, but I was intrigued with her website and wonderful jewelry. Then a few months ago she popped up again on my radar when I found we are both members of an online 'coaching cafe' message board. The more I learned about her, the more I recognized a kindred spirit, another creative multipreneur--with an emphasis on creative. Enjoy.
SH: Sally, how have you come to enjoy your life as a creative multipreneur?
SE: I have always been creative and loved to make things since I was a kid. So when we transferred from California to Denver I had the chance to do anything I wanted and I knew it had to be something creative. After art school, I started painting and took a variety of classes in all kinds of media. I dabbled with making jewelry for myself and then loved the variety of techniques and materials I could use so I started making one of a kind jewelry to sell.
Things have been evolving ever since. At one point, I was planning on offering creativity retreats and took a class that led me to creativity coaching which was a perfect fit for what I was doing. I love teaching business owners and artists to use their creativity. Coming up with new ideas has always been fun for me and not only do I get to use creative problem solving for my own business but I help others with it as well.
SH: When did you realize you would be happiest engaged in a multitude of interests?
SE: I’ve always been very curious and love to learn new things. Whenever I felt like I “should” just choose one thing, I would feel frustrated. I finally decided instead of a flaw, I could consider it a strength and accept that was part of my personality and I’ve been a lot happier ever since!
SH: What systems, tools, or practices work best for you in juggling your life as a creative multipreneur?
SE: I use what I call my 'Could Do List' which is several pages long of all the things I need and may want to do. I pick and choose according to my priorities but know that my other good ideas and possibilities are waiting for me if I choose to do them.
I do a lot of planning which helps me think about the direction I want to go in and what I need to do next. I don’t always work according to the plan but it’s a starting place.
SH: Have you had any mentors, books or people, who have influenced you?
SE: Oh yes. They are all around me. I learn from groups I belong to online. So many books have influenced me that it's hard to choose, but here are a few that have had a big impact.
- Getting Things Done by David Allen - Even though I don't use his system exactly, it helped me tremendously.
- Simple Abundance by Sara Ban Breathnach was such a joy to read a passage each day. I've gone through it a couple of times.
- The Nine Modern Day Muses and a Body Guard by Jill Badonsky is a fun read with lots of great exercises.
- One Small Step Can Change Your Life by Dr. Robert Mauer is a short and yet powerful book on the Kaizen way of doing things.
My husband, who is an artist and writer part time, inspires me with his persistence and support.
One of my mentors is Barbara Winter who is always inspiring. Another is Diane Ericson, a fiber artist, who was a big inspiration when I attended a couple of classes and retreats. I would love to inspire people the way they’ve inspired me.
SH: What advice or tips would you share with our readers in
their quest to become successful dilettantes?
SE: Listen to what your heart tells you and try to design a business and a life that supports who you are and what you want... and that helps you to be more your true self. Then have a lot of patience and persistence. I would also suggest getting help and support anywhere you can.
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Sally Evan's delights in inspiring her clients to discover and expand their own unique creativity. She coaches business owners and artists needing help with innovation and new ideas for their business, or that may be struggling with blocks like overwhelm, perfectionism, and fears. Visit her website at:
http://www.jumpstartcreativity.com
Check out her beautiful handmade jewelry that inspires you
to be your best at: http://www.SallyEvansArt.com
=====================================================
2006-07 Susan Henderson, All rights reserved.
October 20, 2007 - Issue 32 - ISSN 1935-4886
Editor: Susan Henderson, coach@susanhenderson.com
Visit our website at: www.susanhenderson.com
In This Issue
1) Greetings/News
2) Susan's Musings - Today is the Sweetest Day
3) Featured guest: Sally Evans
An accomplished creativity coach, jewelry artist, and fine artist, Sally has appeared on national television on HGTV’s Isn’t That Clever. Her one of a kind jewelry and articles have been published in books and magazines.
=====================================================
Greetings/News
A great big warm welcome to both old and new subscribers. I am happy we have bumped up against each other in this somewhat crazy and frenetic world. I hope you take away some useful nuggets to help you in your quest to honor your many gifts, interests, and entrepreneurial spirit. We strive to affirm the upside of being a successful dilettante. If you know of others who might enjoy what is offered here or on my web site, please share this ezine with them.
The offer of a fr~ee one-on-one session, Start Now to Sky Rocket Your Business in 2008, is available until October 31st. We are having a great time on these calls and those who have participated have gained much more clarity about where they are headed in the upcoming year and the motivation to get there. Email me to set up a session for yourself.
Isn't it time you quit working in isolation? Nothing beats the support, accountibility, and brain-storming you get in a small mastermind group. Do yourself a favor and act now. Take the assessment and download an application to see if a Power of Five Mastermind Group is right for you. Groups forming now. www.susanhenderson.com/mastermind.html
=====================================================
Susan's Musings - Today is the Sweetest Day
I only just recently learned of this holiday celebrated on the 3rd Saturday of October primarily in the Great Lakes region and parts of the Northeast United States. Although it has evolved into big business for candy, floral, and greeting card companies as loved ones give small gifts of love and appreciation to each other, it originated in 1922 as an altruistic desire to do something "sweet" for Cleveland, Ohio's less fortunate--orphans, newsboys, old folks, and the poor.
The origin of Sweetest Day is often attributed to one man, candy company employee Herbert Birch Kingston, as an act of philanthropy, however it was reported in the Cleveland Plain Dealer's October 8, 1922 edition that the first Sweetest Day was planned by a committee of 12 candymakers chaired by C.C. Hartzell and that over 20,000 boxes of candy were distributed to Cleveland's less fortunate. Some of the big movie stars of the day assisted in the distribution, such as Theda Bara and Ann Pennington.
Although this holiday did not take off like they had hoped, it is slowly gaining popularity in other parts of the U.S., possibly as a result of Ohioans moving and bringing this "sweet" holiday with them. No complaints there. In these troubled times, we need all the sweetness we can muster.
So today, make a conscious choice to be sweet--give the gift of time, a plate of cookies, a bunch of flowers, lend a hand, lend an ear, look for opportunities to offer a smile or hold a door open. Do this not just today, but everyday. Your life will be much sweeter for it.
Hugs,
Susan
"I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mit on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back." ~ Maya Angelou
=====================================================
Featured Guest: Sally Evans
I first learned of Sally Evans when I clicked a link in Barbara Winter's newsletter to a Dream Board class. I learned that the class was being held in Denver and I live in the Seattle area, but I was intrigued with her website and wonderful jewelry. Then a few months ago she popped up again on my radar when I found we are both members of an online 'coaching cafe' message board. The more I learned about her, the more I recognized a kindred spirit, another creative multipreneur--with an emphasis on creative. Enjoy.
SH: Sally, how have you come to enjoy your life as a creative multipreneur?
SE: I have always been creative and loved to make things since I was a kid. So when we transferred from California to Denver I had the chance to do anything I wanted and I knew it had to be something creative. After art school, I started painting and took a variety of classes in all kinds of media. I dabbled with making jewelry for myself and then loved the variety of techniques and materials I could use so I started making one of a kind jewelry to sell.
Things have been evolving ever since. At one point, I was planning on offering creativity retreats and took a class that led me to creativity coaching which was a perfect fit for what I was doing. I love teaching business owners and artists to use their creativity. Coming up with new ideas has always been fun for me and not only do I get to use creative problem solving for my own business but I help others with it as well.
SH: When did you realize you would be happiest engaged in a multitude of interests?
SE: I’ve always been very curious and love to learn new things. Whenever I felt like I “should” just choose one thing, I would feel frustrated. I finally decided instead of a flaw, I could consider it a strength and accept that was part of my personality and I’ve been a lot happier ever since!
SH: What systems, tools, or practices work best for you in juggling your life as a creative multipreneur?
SE: I use what I call my 'Could Do List' which is several pages long of all the things I need and may want to do. I pick and choose according to my priorities but know that my other good ideas and possibilities are waiting for me if I choose to do them.
I do a lot of planning which helps me think about the direction I want to go in and what I need to do next. I don’t always work according to the plan but it’s a starting place.
SH: Have you had any mentors, books or people, who have influenced you?
SE: Oh yes. They are all around me. I learn from groups I belong to online. So many books have influenced me that it's hard to choose, but here are a few that have had a big impact.
- Getting Things Done by David Allen - Even though I don't use his system exactly, it helped me tremendously.
- Simple Abundance by Sara Ban Breathnach was such a joy to read a passage each day. I've gone through it a couple of times.
- The Nine Modern Day Muses and a Body Guard by Jill Badonsky is a fun read with lots of great exercises.
- One Small Step Can Change Your Life by Dr. Robert Mauer is a short and yet powerful book on the Kaizen way of doing things.
My husband, who is an artist and writer part time, inspires me with his persistence and support.
One of my mentors is Barbara Winter who is always inspiring. Another is Diane Ericson, a fiber artist, who was a big inspiration when I attended a couple of classes and retreats. I would love to inspire people the way they’ve inspired me.
SH: What advice or tips would you share with our readers in
their quest to become successful dilettantes?
SE: Listen to what your heart tells you and try to design a business and a life that supports who you are and what you want... and that helps you to be more your true self. Then have a lot of patience and persistence. I would also suggest getting help and support anywhere you can.
****************
Sally Evan's delights in inspiring her clients to discover and expand their own unique creativity. She coaches business owners and artists needing help with innovation and new ideas for their business, or that may be struggling with blocks like overwhelm, perfectionism, and fears. Visit her website at:
http://www.jumpstartcreativity.com
Check out her beautiful handmade jewelry that inspires you
to be your best at: http://www.SallyEvansArt.com
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2006-07 Susan Henderson, All rights reserved.
Career & Life Redesign for Creative Multipreneurs
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