Three simple wishes that sparked a 15-year business transformation
When three small intentions led to big change
It started with three modest notes in 2009: "Complain less. Be less self-critical. Find a mentor."
I wrote these on Carnegie Hall stationery during a quiet moment at work, not realizing these simple intentions would catalyze changes that would reshape my entire professional journey: multiple career pivots, moves from NYC to DC to Miami, and ultimately, the creation of a business that truly aligns with who I am.
Real growth doesn't follow a calendar
Here's something I've learned about meaningful change in business and life: January 1st is just another date. What matters is the moment you're ready to see things differently.
That same year's note about "being more open to others' ideas" eventually led me to understand deep patterns in how I led teams and built relationships. My scribbled thought about finding "the right outlet for service" evolved into The Business Healer, where I now help leaders and entrepreneurs navigate their own transformations.
The reality of professional evolution
Looking back at those 15-year-old notes now, I can see the frustration and determination in that younger version of myself. The path wasn't linear or neat—it rarely is. But those initial intentions sparked something real and lasting.
A fresh approach to professional growth
What I've learned works for lasting change isn't a New Year's resolution—it's creating what I call a "laboratory of your life," where you:
Notice your patterns and approach them with curiosity, not criticism
Understand what your choices have taught you
Refine your path based on real lessons you’ve learned
Trust your earned wisdom to guide what's next
Reflection as a leadership practice
This natural annual approach to my professional development practice has proven essential for:
Enhanced decision-making throughout the year
Improved dynamics with my team and with my clients’ teams
Sustainable, aligned business growth
Clearer overall direction and where specifically I direct my energy
Being the leader I truly am, acting from a place of trusting myself rather than looking to external authorities
The Half-Day Prosperity Retreat: space for meaningful reflection
I now share my reflection practice with others, once per year. During this focused four-hour session, we create space to:
Look back at your year with clarity, celebrating wins and acknowledging challenges
Map where your energy and resources created real impact
Uncover patterns that either fueled or drained your prosperity
Design your next chapter with intention and practical wisdom
Set meaningful goals that align with your definition of success
Create space for both focused growth and natural evolution
From reflection to real change
That early note about "complaining less" transformed into real results in my professional life: better leadership presence, stronger relationships, and ultimately, work that feels genuinely meaningful and aligned with my purpose. Even the simplest reflection practice, when given proper space and attention, can become a catalyst for powerful professional growth.
Join me to create the next phase of your business
If this practice calls to you, the Half-Day Prosperity Retreat occurs on January 31st or February 1st, 2025 (10am-2pm EST), offering leaders, founders, and business owners a structured approach to meaningful reflection that they can put into action.
Ready to explore how reflection could transform your professional journey? Register here to learn more about the Half-Day Prosperity Retreat and take the first step toward intentional growth.
