First, I think of myself as a mom. I am most proud of being the mother of two wonderful sons. My eldest son is married, and I am fortunate to have a wonderful daughter-in-law who is very dear to me. She is more like the daughter I always wanted. I love and enjoy our family day gatherings throughout the year.
I am so happy to be alive today, and to be living such a fantastic life. My family and friends are among my biggest blessings. I was raised in a family that understood the meaning of love. Being the youngest of five girls I had many, fantastic role models. I am so grateful for the strong roots of my childhood.
For fourteen years I worked as a Sales Manager/General Sales Manager in two different BMW Centers, and three years as a Sales Manager in a Volkswagen Center. I loved working with people, both customers and the sales team. One of my favorite parts of the job was keeping the team motivated.
As a manager I witnessed many people at different levels of sales. Some would rise to the top while others could not get out of their comfort zone. Sales is not an easy task, and I respect every salesperson out there that succeeds. Sales professionals face many challenges in these economic times.
A few years ago I was given the nickname ‘Fortune Cookie’ due to my enthusiastic, optimistic attitude. My positive outlook came natural to me plus my enthusiasm was over the top! Having trained my brain to keep a positive focus during a long, difficult period in my life, now that my life is great I don’t have to think about being happy. I live in joy most of the time.
When the nickname ‘Fortune Cookie’ came to me it ignited a passion in me that inspired me to reach out to the world. I see so many people who are unhappy and don’t know how to change. My intention is to assist as many people as I can find their own happiness.
As a Sales Manager, I’ve coached and trained many people. The experience of someone lighting up inside due to a message I gave, amazes me. I am delighted when I experience someone awakening to a new possibility.
My own challenges in life have given me the understanding and ability to help others in a painful or difficult situation. Coaching someone and motivating them to become inspired is exciting to me. The possibilities in life are as endless as the stream of thoughts that continually flow to us. Our imagination is a powerful tool when we use it in a positive way.
My intention is to start a conversation about happiness. Giving energy and focus to happiness will help expand its presence in the world, and the world can certainly use some more happiness. This is my vision and I hope you will join in the conversation about happiness, and please invite as many others as possible. The more people the more power.
Together we can change the world, one smile at a time.
