Success Skills Coach- NOVEMBER 2024
Election Day is November 5th I voted early (but not often … ) by mail — it’s convenient and comfortable to do so at home. If you didn’t, head over to your local polling place. Vote as if the future of our country depends on it, which it does.
Riding to Fight Cancer This month – I will be bicycling at least 100 miles to raise funds to fight kids’ cancer in The Great Cycle Challenge. I’ve dedicated my ride to “older kids” struggling with various forms of cancer — let’s ride it out of existence!
If you care to donate to my ride, you can do so here: https://tinyurl.com/tcccpe5k
They’re Not Misfits Anymore! MusiCares, the music world’s leading non-profit, is excited to honor Grateful Dead as the 2025 Persons of the Year. In celebration of the band’s 60th anniversary, original members Mickey Hart, Bill Kreutzmann and Bob Weir, along with a posthumous tribute to Jerry Garcia, will be recognized for their immense musical and philanthropic legacies. The special night, which includes The 34th annual #PersonsoftheYear benefit gala, will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center on January 31, 2025. All proceeds will go to support #MusiCares, (Unfortunately, bass player Phil Lesh passed away last month — Fare Ye Well Phil.
Hail Mary Heartbreak! Da Bearz made a dramatic 4th quarter comeback against the Washington Commanders, only to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory when they lost on a desperation Hail Mary pass below. (Oh well — there’s always next week …
War, Continued Israel 🇮🇱 and Ukraine 🇺🇦 continue their battles to establish peace in their countries. Global democracy is at stake here — it matters to all of us. For humanitarian aid you can donate to the neutral International Red Cross here.
Book Recommendations I read 50+ non-fiction books a year — it’s where I find ideas to help my clients grow their business. Below are the ones I read this past month..
The Way of Ronin: Defying the Odds on Battlefields, in Business and in Life Tu Lam’s memoir, a Vietnam refugee who became a Green Beret, surviving the toughest trainings the military offers. And then goes on to become a Call to Duty contributor.
Why We Love Football: A History in 100 Moments 100 short chapters about the greatest plays/players in the game, from high school to college to the pros. If you’re a long-time fan of the game like I am it’ll give you a rush of memories in each story.
Empire of Commerce: The Closing of the Mississippi and the Opening of Atlantic Trade The United States ratified the Constitution in 1788. Yet without access to trade on the Big River, the colonies might have ruptured from competing economic interests.
Flight of the Bön Monks: War, Persecution, and the Salvation of Tibet’s Oldest Religion When China invaded Tibet in 1959, monks from all ancient religions had to flee for their lives. This describes the harrowing journey of several to safety in India.
Upworthy – GOOD PEOPLE: Stories From the Best of Humanity If you need a shot of “Chicken Soup for the Soul” to renew your faith in humankind, here it is.
Financial Advisors: I coach Financial Advisors around the country to help them grow their clientele. I always want to meet FA’s, branch managers and/or fund wholesalers anywhere in the US. Your introductions are greatly appreciated.
Audio Recommendation: Want great ideas from Earl Nightingale, Brian Tracy, Tony Robbins and other personal development superstars? You can always go to Nightingale.com for hundreds of hours of motivational / inspirational / educational audios to help you stay on track with success.
Contribution: There are lots of ways you can “Pay It Forward” for good karma. If you want to contribute to a military veteran’s transition to a civilian job like I do, sign on as an advisor with ACP AdvisorNet.org. Also, the American Red Cross will always welcome you to donate blood.
Healing Thoughts: If you would be so kind, please take a moment to send healing energy as I do daily to individuals you know who have serious health challenges or are dealing with difficult circumstances. Every positive thought helps, thanks.
Success Skills Coach Jim Rohrbach, “The Personal Fitness Trainer for Your Business,” coaches Financial Advisors around the US by phone to help them grow their clientele.
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