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Teamwork Now!
“Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.” -Helen Keller
Hello, Friends. This month I have 3 pieces of good news that I’m very pleased to share with you. As you’ll see, they are all centered around the concept of Teamwork.
First, my goal-setting workshop turned out very well. Despite Mother Nature sending us snow squalls that night, 50% of the people who signed up were able to make it. In addition to attendees being able to set a personal, professional and gratitude goal, a number of individuals took the next step to engage in coaching to help them achieve their goals. Four Discovery Sessions, one Career Assessment and one Personal Assessment were all booked in the month of February. Some people are still awaiting their “Mini Consults,” so there is likely to be more activity this month. It was a success, and over $200 was raised for Children’s Hospital. My thanks to John, John Robert, Bob, Sheila and all of the attendees for being on my team the night of the workshop.
Yay! The Patriots are winners of Super Bowl 53! They won in a low-scoring game 13 to 3 against the LA Rams. It was all about defense, and was it intense! This marks the sixth Super Bowl for Tom Brady and Bill Belichick. But how did they do it? Consider: the Patriots lost 5 games this season, two of them right in a row as recently as December. So how it was it possible that they won the Super Bowl? The answer is clear: it’s all about Teamwork. When no one believed in them. The Patriots believed in their coach, their fellow players and themselves. The team represents a winning combination.
And here’s my third piece of good news: I’m proud to say my brother Bob Tosi is running for a seat on the Arlington Select Board. His upcoming rally is March 3rd —so please come by and learn more about Bob. The rally will take place Sunday, March 3rd from 2-6 pm at the Knights of Columbus, 15 Winslow St. in Arlington. Bob has been a Town Meeting Member for 31 years, on the Finance Committee for 12 years, and the Arlington Council on Aging Board for 14 years—all while also serving the community as a member of 15 other organizations.
He’s given so much to Arlington. Now it’s Tosi’s Turn to be on the Arlington Select Board. The rally is free, but your donations are gratefully accepted. It takes time, people and money to run a good campaign. Please join Team Tosi on www.BobTosi.com. Sign up to help, and most importantly, tell everyone you know who lives in Arlington to Vote for Bob Tosi on Saturday, April 6th.
With gratitude and best wishes,
Lisa Sasso, Executive Coach & Motivational Speaker
www.MedDevCoach.com (781) 872-1045
As your trusted adviser, Lisa empowers you to use passion to live your best life and achieve your goals with confidence, accountability, gratitude and balance.
Birthday Wishes!
This is my special birthday month—and not only that—it’s a very special birthday year, too. This is a big one, 30! (just kidding), and I wanted to share it publicly with all my family and friends. It’s actually my 50th. People from my generation used to play Pac-Man, loved listening to Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie and Madonna, and grew up watching The Brady Bunch and The Partridge Family on TV. Ah, the memories. Wasn’t that a nice bit of nostalgia?
Well, it’s put me in a mellow mood. It’s my birthday, but you get the presents. I’d like to offer you a Complimentary Workshop on Goal Setting for Success with Accountability, Balance and Gratitude. For more information on the seminar and to register please click the Sign-up Genius button below. It will be held on Wed., January 30th 2019, from 6:30-8:30pm. I hope that you can attend if you want some help making and creating goals.
Although, as I mentioned, your admission will be free, small donations ($10-$20) for Boston Children’s Hospital are always welcome. You can either bring the donation to the event or mail it in advance to me at: Lisa Sasso, P.O. Box 371, Reading, MA 01867. Again, there is no obligation, but I would much prefer accepting any donations for Boston Children’s rather than a gift or card for me. I may have told you that I have a cardiac kid who’s had 3 surgeries in the last 11 years—the most recent being his open-heart surgery this past August. So, giving back to Children’s Hospital is near and dear to my heart.
I am also a believer in Gratitude, and giving and sharing Gratitude. As I reflect over the last 50 years, I realize how blessed I am today, to have both sets of parents alive and relatively healthy. And I have good friends—who’ve been my friends for over 40 years (Amy, Laura, Kathy). And good friends from high school as well (Elizabeth, Carolyn and Eleni). Also, I’ve had so many friends from SDT Sorority and UMASS for over 30 years (Susan, Dawn, Roxanne, Julie, Nadine, etc.). And there are also my RADI friends and my MDG friends, and of course my family, town friends and neighbors. I have also been married for 26 years and together with my sweetheart, John, for 34 years. Finally, I have a healthy and happy 11-year old son.
To all the people just mentioned: you have shaped me into the woman that I have become. I have been influenced by so many people, and I am grateful for each one of you. To all of you, thank you for being in my life. I am a very fortunate lady and I have a lot of gratitude to share.
Research shows that Gratitude helps you to live longer. You could be more satisfied in life simply by being happier. During my workshop we talk about Gratitude and what things you can do, like keeping a Gratitude Journal. Did you know that at the New Year, many people make the effort to create their personal goals for the year, yet over 82% actually don’t know what they are by the end of January? In fact, only 8% of goal-setters achieve their goal at the end of the year. Be one of the 8% that meets your goals annually!
Again, click here for more information on the seminar and to register. It is on Wed., January 30th 2019 from 6:30-8:30pm. I hope that you can make it. Also, feel free to invite a guest and get a free 20-30 minute free mini-consult. I want to fill the room with quality individuals.
What are you going to do for yourself in 2019? This could be a no-brainer. It’s FREE, it’s short, and there will be snacks and water provided. Thanks as always for your time, and thank you for being a special person in my life. I hope to see you at the Workshop.
With gratitude and best wishes,
Lisa Sasso, Executive Coach & Motivational Speaker
www.MedDevCoach.com (781) 872-1045
As your trusted adviser, Lisa empowers you to use passion to live your best life and achieve your goals with confidence, accountability, gratitude and balance.
Happy New Year!
“It doesn’t matter where you are coming from. All that matters is where you are going.”
~ Brian Tracy
The Year in Review
The Sassos had a busy year. We enjoyed a summer vacation at the Hard Rock Café resort in Punta Cana, in the Dominican Republic. We had a blast swimming in the many pools and lazy rivers, as well as in the ocean. The food was delicious. Although John Robert got a little sick, that didn’t slow him down. We also watched a theater performance each night.
In August, John Robert played the role of Michael in Peter Pan, and did a great job. Three days later, he started at Learning Prep, his new middle school. He was only able to attend for one day, and then he had his open-heart surgery. He was in and out of the Intensive Care Unit in only 2 days—and he made it out of the hospital in only 4 days. It was a whirlwind ride!
He made it back to school at the end of September, and in October, John Robert and his friend Jason played the two wicked stepsisters in the musical Cinderella. The boys stole the show. My son as a drag queen, it was funny. He’s pursuing Jazz, Tap, Drama, and Boy Scouts.
John is still working for Nextegic, and he is going on 4 years. Lisa is still working for herself, and doing her coaching and motivational speaking. This year Lisa earned her PCC (Professional Certified Coach) accreditation for coaching— through the ICF (International Coach Federation), and also her PSM (Professional Speakers Member) for speaking—through the NSA (National Speakers Association).
Mom and Dad Tosi celebrated their birthdays in December, and Mom and Dad Sasso had their birthdays in April. All the grandparents are doing well. Dad Sasso had both knees replaced this year. Mom Tosi is still suffering from memory issues.
This past year I was able to donate more than $1,000 to Children’s Hospital from the proceeds of my book, Motivation Now!. I thank you and appreciate all of you who purchased my book. Now, I am giving back to you and Children’s Hospital in the form of my Goal Setting Seminar on the 30th.
Please save the date for Goal Setting for Success with Accountability, Balance and Gratitude on Wed., January 30, 2019 from 6:30pm-8:30pm (use the sign-up genius link below to reserve your spot).
Here’s wishing you a Happy New Year. I hope you and everyone in your family are healthy and well. — From The Sasso’s
With gratitude and best wishes,
Lisa Sasso, Executive Coach & Motivational Speaker
www.MedDevCoach.com (781) 872-1045
As your trusted adviser, Lisa empowers you to use passion to live your best life and achieve your goals with confidence, accountability, gratitude and balance.
Season’s Greetings Now!
It’s hard to believe that we’re already in the middle of December; the end of the year will be here before you know it. Have you met your goals for 2018? There are still a few weeks left.
And looking ahead, if you want to start off your new year right with new goals for 2019, you’ll want to attend my 4th Annual Goal Setting for Success with Accountability, Balance and Gratitude Seminar. Click here for more information on the Seminar. It’s a fundraiser, so there is no cost for the session, but you are encouraged to give a nominal amount to Boston Children’s Hospital (suggested donation $10-$20).
You may know that my son had open heart surgery at Children’s in August of this year, and this is one way I give back to them. I also sell my books, and 50% of the proceeds go to Children’s Hospital. (If you’d like to buy my book, click here for a link to Amazon). I’m pleased to let you know that I’m writing out a check for over $1,000 to Children’s Hospitalfrom my book sales— and if you bought a book, I thank you. My goal is to collect another $500-$700 in donations at my workshop for Children’s Hospital; that’s 50-70 people giving just $10 each.
December is a giving time of year. Doesn’t it feel good to be giving as opposed to receiving? This is the month when we give to all our favorite charities. Make sure that you donate to your special causes, groups, clubs and schools. No matter what holiday you celebrate,
• Enjoy time with your family and friends.
• Enjoy the good food and tasty desserts.
• Enjoy the magic in the season.
Here is a photo from our house after putting up our tree. Wishing you best wishes from our house to yours.
I’m looking forward to seeing you at my 4thAnnual Goal Setting Seminar, mentioned above. First come, first served, and I’m offering it first to all you wonderful friends who read my Monthly Motivational Message blog, so that you can sign up if you want to go. Also, you’re welcome to bring a friend, just make sure that you’re both registered through the Sign Up Genius (link below). The seminar is scheduled for: January 30th – 6:30-8:30 pm, at Constant Contact in Waltham. Click here for more information.
And thank you in advance for your generosity. I feel that we have a TEAM approach to Goal Setting and working together: Together Everyone Achieves More.
Again, my sincere good wishes for a spectacular holiday season. I look forward to seeing many of you on January 30th. Until then, enjoy your holidays. Happy New Year!
With gratitude and best wishes,
Lisa Sasso, Executive Coach & Motivational Speaker
www.MedDevCoach.com (781) 872-1045
As your trusted adviser, Lisa empowers you to use passion to live your best life and achieve your goals with confidence, accountability, gratitude and balance.