Welcome

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the first issue of the Leading Through Living® newsletter. Leading Through Living began as a book, but now encompasses leadership courses, professional coaching, and select publications focused on developing highly skilled women leaders. In this monthly newsletter, I will share helpful advice on relevant topics to aid you in your journey to be more successful in every aspect of your lives. As a wife, mother, small business owner, and community-engaged servant, I know your time is limited and promise to stay on topic. I would love to hear from you! Let’s connect via Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Sincerely,

Lynita

Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell Attorney CPA Author Speaker

Founder, Leading Through Living

It's never too late to be what you could have been! I loved every moment of reading the book Leading Through Living. It is oh so inspiring!

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Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell www.LynitaMitchellBlackwell.com Represented by Burst Agency Cynthia Walton, CEO E: CWalton@BurstAgency.com P: 404-857-7304

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October 10, 2013

Have you read my book yet? If not, drop by Amazon.com or BarnesandNoble.com and pick up a copy! I promise it will be worth the read. Although focused on women, there are great tips for men as well.

In This Issue

2013 Emerging Leaders

The Sugarplum Renaissance

Making the Net Work for You

Upcoming Events

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Leading Through Living Salutes the Class of 2013!

Seventeen women representing four states, ranging in age from early 20’s to late 50’s, seeking guidance from lead presenter Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell to transition from one career to the next or advance to the next level in their careers all had one thing in common Saturday October 5, 2013: they comprised the fifth Leadership class of the Jewell Jackson McCabe Emerging Leaders Institute! Participants enjoyed a robust discussion focused on brand and image management that encompassed biography creation, executive resume presentation, professional journal submissions, social media management, network development and the differences between a mentor and a champion. They also introduced their 10 and under selves to their powerful current selves which sparked instant camaraderie viewing pictures depicting 1960’s, 70’s, and 80’s hairstyles, clothing, and swag. Overcoming a change in venue opening time and a few technical difficulties (that included the projector only wanting to work when upside down – go figure!), the class had a wonderful time individually and collectively evaluating their brand’s effectiveness and presenting their best “selves” to the world. Feedback from the group included:

-“This was so worth the drive! I am so glad I

came today.”

-“It was wonderful meeting all the amazing

women. I have a lot to digest from this morning’s

session.”

-“The session today was so relevant.”

The class also left with Evening Enhancement (also known as homework) to put into practice all that was shared to enhance their biographies and resumes, polish their online presence, network to establish mutually beneficial relationships, and strengthen bonds with mentors so they may become champions. The ELI 2013 Class is well on its way to becoming the best class yet!

“IT WAS WONDERFUL MEETING

ALL THE AMAZING WOMEN.”

Making the Net Work for You

My friends and family often tease me about being out and about so often. I received a Facebook message from a longtime girlfriend this morning inquiring where I get the clothes to go with all my outings. (My reply was that I mix and match a bunch!) We are all told that to be a successful person in any business or industry, we must network. Traditionally, that entailed attending mixers, fundraisers, and meetings so that one could exchange small talk and business cards with as many new people as one could. I challenge that theory: I no longer network. I make my existing Net Work for Me. I intentionally support people, organizations, and causes I am passionate about which leads to me being out and about. At each of these events, I am in my warm circle – whether I actually know someone personally or not – because at least one other person is in attendance for the same reason as I. I feel comfortable walking up to strangers and striking up a conversation because we are in attendance to truly enjoy the occasion (or at least the people who will make it come to fruition).

Having a genuine connection with others makes it easy to follow up, ask for the next meeting where you may explore possible teaming opportunities, create genuine relationships, and gain access to other events and/or organization meetings that you may have interest in supporting. I challenge you to try this method of networking for the next month and tell me how it goes. I truly believe that you will experience a joy in networking, mixing and mingling that was lacking before today. Enjoy your next function with gusto!

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With a great young lady I met at the Still Standing

Foundation “Purple Affair” fundraiser 10/5/13 to

support Domestic Violence. An event I attended

to support a fellow member of the Women in the

Spotlight Goinglobal.

To the right: At the Global Glam Ambassadors

launch party 10/7/13 to support Emerging

Leaders 2013 class participant LaTay Mays

(second from right). Also present from the 2013

class to support was Jewel Anderson (far left).

Save the Date: Sunday, December 8, 2013 4pm

Sugarplum Renaissance: The 2014 Transcendent Resurgence©

The Sugarplum Renaissance© is a collaboration of focused women who have committed to walking in their purpose and seek a roadmap and guidance to ensure they remain on course. Through a series of short yet powerful vision exploration sessions, attendees will determine the direction for their lives and create intentional goals reflective of that vision. The Sugarplum Renaissance provides a warm, nurturing environment where attendees feel comfortable sharing and providing support for one another’s aspirations. Workshop presenters are servant leaders who are experienced, equipped and prepared to provide the necessary insight and resources to transcend dreams to become reality. Attendees leave with a plan of action, desire to proceed in that action, and confidence in the resurgence that will infuse their lives going forward. The Sugarplum Renaissance encompasses spiritual renewal, love and romance, health awareness, career elevation, fashion and beauty, and leadership strategies. Join us on this journey of resurgence: awakening, renewal, recommitment, and success! The Sugarplum Renaissance©. Check www.LynitaMitchellBlackwell.com for more information.

If you will be

in the Atlanta

area

Saturday,

October 12th

,

I’ll be

speaking at

the 2013 He

Treasurers Me

conference at

2:15pm. Join

me!

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