"Stepping out of Line" Book Review
on Tuesday, May 5I had recent opportunity to meet author Nell Merlino a few months ago when she was in Portland. After hearing her I was inspired to pick up a couple of her books. You will find this book a fun read. Nell’s voice comes through loud and clear.
I found “Stepping out of Line – Lessons from Women Who Want it Their Way” an easy read on the flight from LA to Hawaii a few weeks ago. I loved the juicy nuggets she serves up. Here are a few:
- Exercise the favor muscle.
Nell’s take on the “pay it forward” principle. - Changing systems is easier than you think.
Love how she points out our submission to what is…and how easy it is to change it. - Imagine our future.
Nothing happens if not first a dream. How much time do we spend imagining the future we desire? - The ripple effect.
Every one of us effects the other. When we step out, we create opportunities and provide permission for others. - Daily choices make the difference.
Zinger! Are we willing to make the choices that daily affect our outcomes? Start today. - The overall message…what are you waiting for? or better, what am I waiting for? Permission? From who?
Great food for thought. Enough to stimulate me to action.
This timely message resonated with me. Nell shares that statistically 50% of the women business owners earn less than $50k annually. Wow!
Women, including myself, have a hope, inspiration, or an idea that brings value to the marketplace. Why don’t we pursue it or fully leverage the idea? Or a better question might be, why do we stall out in our pursuit? What is it we don’t know? Nell is committed to connecting us to the knowlege and resources through her Make Mine a Million $ Business. www.makemineamillion.org.
I put this book down inspired and compelled to no longer settle for mediocre in my own business. I am joining the race. How about you?
------------------To your success!
Kathie Nelson
http://www.KathieNelson.com
