Description

Heather Marquez, an action coach, shares her journey from leaving her corporate job to starting her own successful coaching and training business. She emphasizes the importance of intentionally choosing what you want to be known for and the impact of having a strong support system. Heather discusses her upbringing in a big family and the role her father played as a safe harbor and a source of joy and humor. She shares her experience of grieving her father's unexpected passing and the transition from mourning to celebrating his legacy. Heather also reflects on her 25-year career in the retail industry and the lessons she learned about leadership and self-worth. Heather shares her journey of transitioning from a corporate retail job to starting her own coaching and training business. She discusses the challenges she faced in proving herself and the importance of embracing solitude and reflection. Heather emphasizes the need to redefine our identity and create space for personal growth. She also highlights the significance of leadership and community in creating a sense of belonging and helping others thrive.

Takeaways

• Choose what you want to be known for and be intentional about it.
• Having a strong support system is crucial in navigating life's challenges.
• Grieving the loss of a loved one is a process, but it's important to find ways to celebrate their legacy.
• A career in the retail industry can provide valuable lessons in leadership and self-worth.
• Self-discovery and personal growth are ongoing journeys that require courage and reflection.
• Transitioning to a new career or starting a business can be a humbling experience that requires adapting to new processes and systems.
• Embracing solitude and reflection can provide clarity and rejuvenation, allowing us to reconnect with our creative side and gain awareness of our journey.
• Redefining our identity and creating space for personal growth are essential for personal and professional development.
• Leadership plays a crucial role in creating a sense of belonging and fostering a supportive community.
• Changing the way we think and lead can have a ripple effect, positively impacting individuals and communities.

Chapters

00:00 Intentionally Choosing Your Legacy
02:31 The Power of a Strong Support System
10:53 From Mourning to Celebrating: Honoring a Loved One's Legacy
26:14 Embracing Self-Discovery and Personal Growth
28:08 Transitioning Careers
29:36 Facilitating Learning and Leadership
35:14 Finding Joy in Solitude and Creativity
38:38 Redefining Identity and Creating Space for Growth
47:30 The Importance of Leadership and Community
54:04 Changing the Way We Think and Lead

Contact Heather:

https://heathermarquez.actioncoach.com/

https://www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/heathermarquez

https://www.facebook.com/MindLinksLLC

https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathermarquez/

https://twitter.com/ActionCOACH_ML

https://www.instagram.com/mind_links/Videos

https://www.youtube.com/@heathermarquez9667/videos

https://heathermarquez.actioncoach.com/tools/