Do you ever feel like you’re SO close to achieving what you want to do … and wonder if you are missing just ONE piece of the puzzle? Or maybe you’ve been struggling with a project, program – even a whole business – and you suspect that just ONE thing will deliver a big breakthrough?

You’re probably right.

My friend, Dr. Cathy Goodwin, has been online awhile. She doesn’t believe in fluff so she decided we need to learn if breakthroughs exist and how they *really* happen.

She decided to interview a handful of “rising stars” who have recently cracked the entrepreneurial success code. I am thrilled to be included in this exclusive company. We will be telling you about our breakthrough experiences in a series of free teleseminars starting March 1st.

Go here now to get all the details:
http://bit.ly/lmosbreakthru

The speakers include myself… along with Mandy Bobolia, Cathy Demers, ChristineGallagher, Chris Makell, Angelique Rewers, Lisa Steadman and Janet Slack.

Even if you’ve heard some of these speakers, you are guaranteed to get a whole new perspective. Cathy Goodw in is one of the best interviewers on the Internet. She has a knack for getting people to open up and share a TON of information you’d never get otherwise.

Click here to register and join us for this free event!
http://bit.ly/lmosbreakthru

You won’t want to miss these calls! You’ll be getting information that hasn’t been shared anywhere else (and may not be available again, at least from these speakers).

In this “video article” I’d like to share tips on the importance of engaging in active business planning on an ongoing basis as an entrepreneur.

Click here to view the video.

Lisa is thrilled to be one of the presenters for the Junior League of Orange County’s 3rd Annual Winter Development Workshop. She will be presenting “The Brand Called You” and “Stop Stepping Over the Elephant in the Room: 10 Ways to Boost Productivity.”

The Conference will be held in Goshen, NY from 9:30-2:00. Registration is open to the public. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. To register, visit their website at www.jlocny.com, Email jlocny@gmail.com, or call the League Line at (845)-344-8554.

To watch and listen to this month’s video article, click here.

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Do you have more than one passion and get overwhelmed with trying to decide which to do and which to implement? If so, I invite you to join me as I speak tomorrow (Thursday) as part of the Fire Up Your Biz – Enrich Your Life Program!

FREE Teleclass:
Passion Management – How to Juggle/Prioritize all of the Passions We Have

• February 16, 2012
• 8pm EST
• Register here

In this free call we’ll take a look at “Passion Management” and how to manage all of the passions that you want to tackle in your business and life. You will discover:

• How to tap into your passion and take it to the next level.
• How to ignore the naysayers and surround yourself with people who believe in your passionate goals.
• How to evaluate whether you have achieved a certain level of success for a particular passion and to reward yourself.

Click here to sign up to attend this session (and others).

After my preview call for the DECIDE to be Organized Group Coaching Program last week, many of you have sent in questions, which I appreciate. It made me realize that many of you may have the same questions… so here’s a look at a few common questions and the answers so that you can make an informed decision about joining the DECIDE program.

And while I am a person that likes to stick to deadlines, all of the questions coming in made me realize that some of you may need a bit more time to “decide”, so I am extending the early bird rate of $397 ($100 savings!) until Friday, February 17th. The program starts next week on February 21st. When you are ready (but before the rate goes up!), register here: http://bit.ly/decidetobeorganized

Is the DECIDE program delivered online or on the telephone? Please explain the format.
The program is delivered via teleclass, which means all you need is a telephone to participate. You’ll receive a special dial-in number and access code. Of course, if you want to be in front of your computer while we are on the live teleclass, you can do so. You receive the 58-page workbook when you register, and can choose to follow along on your computer, but you don’t have to.

What if I can’t make the live calls? Will that affect what I get out of the program?
Absolutely not! I’ve created this course to fit a variety of busy lifestyles. After each week’s class I’ll post the audios – so you can listen on the web, or download an .MP3 file – that way you can listen at the gym, during your commute, while runni ng errands or working around the house. If you still have questions about the material on the call you missed, just email me with any questions or comments. You can listen to the audios over and over if you wish. And you can come back to the program months or years later to refresh or deepen your learning.

What if I don’t know which organizing projects I want to work on?
Part of the process of the DECIDE group coaching program is learning to discover what your organizing goals are, which projects you want to work on, and what will bring you the most satisfaction if accomplished.

Does the DECIDE program deliver great value for the cost of the investment?
Yes! Do some research. You’ll find this is one of the most affordable programs (and the most comprehensive) of its kind. I have kept the cost down so that many people can access my services in an affordable manner and get the assistance they need. The cost of the program is a fraction of what it would cost to work with me one-on-one. Yet, you still get personalized access to me due to the small size of the group, and the chance to learn from other participants too!

I’ve tried to get organized in the past, but did not have much success – how is your approach different?
Hopefully the preview call I did on February 7th gave you a little window into my approach. Trust me, if you enjoyed that call, you’re going to LOVE the actual program as we dig a lot deeper!

But here’s the bottom line:

I can’t make you listen to the calls, or work on your organizing projects in between the calls. But I can tell you that the content I’ll be covering and materials provided are powerful! They allow you to dig deep and change your mind-set, tap into your unique organizing style, and allow change to happen. Plus, there is a healthy dose of practical tools and tips, so it is not all pi e-in-the-sky and you can implement immediately and get results.

I’ve also experienced first-hand the strides past participants of the program have made – some going from piles of clutter to organized systems; some letting go of old habits that have stood in the way of their living a more productive life; some getting better organized which leads to more time to focus on what truly matters; and some even changing their lives in drastic ways during or after the program, like changing careers!

Trust me, I understand that you’re a smart, busy person who wants deep, lasting changes. That’s why I’ve designed the program to provide the following support:

1. Weekly Teleclasses – so you keep your momentum – great for auditory learners!
2. Email access to me and the group – so you are not alone and can share your experience with others.
3. A comprehensive 58-page workbook with interactive exercises to reinforce your learning – so the program is experiential – great for visual + experiential learners!
4. Downloadable audios – so you can listen at your leisure, or review again and again to deepen your learning.
5. Feedback to your questions – so you don’t get stuck, and can get personalized feedback.
6. An MP3 recording of my most popular audio program “Record Retention 101: Organize Your Paperwork” – so you know what papers to keep and for how long — just in time for tax season! (This is the first time I am including this bonus because so many past DECIDE participants needed special help with paper.)
7. Assignments and accountability – so you keep your momentum, and get the most possible from the program.
8. Post-program laser coaching call – so you can check in with me after the program to ask any lingering questions and, hopefully, share your continued progress.

When are the classes being held?
The DECIDE program runs for 6 weeks, with 90 minute calls every Tuesday evening, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. (Eastern), from February 21st to March 27th.

I have a busy life – I’m not sure if I can devote enough time to the program.
I completely understand! But here’s the beauty of the program: there’s absolutely no “right” way to do it.

If you can’t listen to all of the calls, or do all of the exercises, don’t fret! You have the audios and workbook to go back to for years to come.

Even if you only walk away with one amazing new insight (which is almost impossible, because I’ll be sharing a TON!) — that one insight can affect your overall behavior and results in a serious boost in productivity which can help you achieve results at home, in business, and in life. I promise.

I ‘m thinking of taking this program at a later date – when will you be teaching this again?
I usually offer this program in February and October. But this program isn’t on my calendar again for 2012. There are other programs that I need to make room for that are launching later this year (great stuff coming — keep on the lookout!). So there’s no guarantee that I’ll be repeating the DECIDE program in the near future. In fact, it may be the last time I offer it live…

What I do know is this: for what you’ll receive, and how this information can affect the rest of your future — it’s a total steal.

I want you to think about something that we cover in depth in the program: delayed decisions are what most likely caused you to get disorganized in the first place! Don’t let the decision of whether to join this program that has the potential to change your behavior, space, time, relationships and life be just one more “delayed decision”! That would be a s ad irony.

Now, if you know that this program is not for you, then, by all means do not feel compelled to join us.

But…

If this program is calling you, then I have to gently nudge you and ask:

“Isn’t INDECISIVENESS what got you into this mess in the first place?”

Take action! It is time to decide to DECIDE. Register here: http://bit.ly/decidetobeorganized

I am a Professional Organizer looking for continuing education. Does this program qualify?
Yes! If you are a professional organizer and are looking for continuing education, the DECIDE group coaching is perfect for you too! You can take the program to learn a great new organizing process that you can use with your clients. I will issue a Certificate of Attendance at the end of the program that you can use to support 9 hours of continuing education credits. In the p ast, organizers have taken the program along with non-organizers as a way to further their organizing skills and add a new process to their repertoire. You can too!

What if I want to refer my clients, friends and colleagues to the DECIDE program and earn a referral fee?
I bet you have colleagues, clients, and friends that would like to find out how they can lead a more organized, productive, and peaceful life. I have an affiliate (referral) program where if someone purchases one of my products or programs that you referred them to, you automatically get 20% of the sale! It’s that easy… tell your friends, colleagues and clients and if they buy, you earn a commission. All you have to do is sign up to be an LMOS affiliate and you’re given a special link to pass on to your colleagues, clients and friends.

I hope this special Q&A session has helped you ” decide” to join me for the DECIDE to be Organized Group Coaching Program. (I don’t want you to have this program sitting around on your “to do” list all week!)

Have more questions? Ask away! Just reply to this email . . .

I can’t wait for the opportunity to start working with you.

PS: Remember, the early bird rate of $397 now ends at midnight on February 17th and then the price goes up to $497 – don’t miss out on that $100 savings! Register here: http://bit.ly/decidetobeorganized

It’s live today!

Listen to the Lisa as she was recently interviewed by Kristi Meyer of www.TheHouseThatClutterBuilt.com. They discussed the relationship between indecisiveness and disorganization — Lisa’s DECIDE methodology that her programs and trainings are built on. They talked about significant client triumphs and challenges, and how small steps can lead to big changes in breaking through the clutter.

Listen to this interview here.

Don’t miss this free teleclass!

In case you haven’t registered yet, join me for a free 60-minute teleclass on Tuesday, February 7th at

7:30 – 8:30 pm (Eastern)
6:30 – 7:30 pm (Central)
5:30 – 6:30 pm (Mountain)
4:30 – 5:30 pm (Pacific)

Join me as I share how to Stop Stepping Over the Elephant in the Room: 10 Ways to Boost Productivity in 2012. I will be sharing great content with you, as well as giving you a sneak preview of my 6-week teleclass series, the DECIDE to be Organized Group Coaching Program, which starts February 21st. (NOTE: We have extended the early bird registration rate until February 13th!).

Join me for this preview call that will also deliver mindset-shifting content!

Register for the free call here: http://bit.ly/boostproductivity

(P.S. – The call will be recorded, but try to be on the call live because I have some exciting and time-sensitive information to share with you at the end of the call!)

Listen to Lisa’s interview with Career Coach Caroline this Tuesday, January 31st at 5pm EST on CBS Radio – part of the Coach Me Radio Series.

Lisa will be discussing her career change from attorney to Productivity Consultant, Success Coach, Speaker and Author, as well as her best advice for others considering a career transition. Listen in as Lisa will also share her top 3 take-aways for getting organized this New Year… and more..

Broadcast LIVE on CBS, New Sky Radio, Career Coach Caroline can be heard on KJAQ HD3 Seattle, WBMX HD3 Boston, WOMC HD3 Detroit, WDSY and WZPT HD3 Pittsburgh. The show also streams on NewSkyRadio.com http://sky.radio.com/shows/coach-me/, the CBS Radio AOL stream, and on Yahoo radio, Blackberry, iPhone and iTunes.

Anyone that knows me (or even just meets me) can tell that I love my business and work really hard. But I’m not only a passionate entrepreneur, I am a multi-passionate person! One of the worst mistakes I’ve ever made when I first became an entrepreneur was to “compartmentalize” my life. It dawned on me a few years ago that I don’t have a “personal life” and a “professional life,” but simply A LIFE. Consequently, I do things when they feel right, which might include writing an article or taking care of client work on a Saturday or Sunday morning, and going on a bike ride, taking a yoga class or heading out with my dogs on a hike on a Wednesday afternoon. In fact, flexibility and freedom are part of what makes being self-employed so glorious. And yet, so many entrepreneurs continue to separate their personal and professional lives in ways that actually work to avoid an y semblance of balance.

If a strict bifurcation of personal and professional is working for you, great. But ask yourself if it is truly working for you. Are you too regimented in your scheduling of work versus personal endeavors? Does your personal life always get short shifted at the expense of your professional life? Examine whether you really feel balanced. If not, something has got to change. Mix things up and see how it feels. Try to tap into your natural energy flow and rhythm so that you can do tasks when you are in top form, and not when you are “supposed” to. I realize this is easier said than done, and it is a constant battle to have the freedom and flexibility so many entrepreneurs crave. We still have to function within the 9-5 world we live in, and be able to serve our clients at a time when it is convenient for them. But at least try to move awa y from the compartmentalization that can cause you to overwork and resent your business. If you are starting to feel burned out, perhaps you need to work in more time to cultivate your hobbies and passions. Not only will you feel rejuvenated, but you may actually be a better and more well-rounded entrepreneur because of your non-work related activities.

For example, I love to travel and explore new cultures. This could be viewed as only a personal activity. And yet, my travel and exploration of other cultures infiltrates my work in surprising and refreshing ways. I sometimes find myself “studying” the ways of other cultures and comparing them to Americans in terms of productivity, work-life balance, attitudes on business, goal setting, etc. This makes me a better productivity consultant, success coach, business strategist, speaker and writer for sure! Even a simple personal activity like taking a hike or bike ride can fill me with wonderful new ideas to write or s peak about, help me work through a client issue that I am helping him or her with, or clear my mind to make space to create new programs and products.

The bottom line is that we all have to find that unique balance that makes the most sense for us. But I am proposing less of a balance in terms of this versus that, and more of a free flow of ideas, activities and use of time that feels authentic and allows you to be the best entrepreneur you can be. Because in the end, isn’t that what we all want?