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Superpowers

05/20/21 – Discover and Unleash Your Super Power

May 21, 2021 by Sheila

Keynote

Written by Kitty Carlisle

As the Arizona’s highest ranked and most reviewed motivational speaker in Phoenix, Jean Briese discusses leadership, high performing cultures, empowering women, and more on her website. She’s also a successful entrepreneur, a sought after speaker, and a recognized business leader.
Her focus during Discover and Unleash Your Super Power, her online presentation for Career Connectors, was to share that extraordinary people who achieve extraordinary things are actually ordinary people who happen to share some important traits that she calls Super Powers. Jean relates her message to job transition and to surviving the move into a post-pandemic world. And, importantly, to living a happier life.
When you engage these Super Powers, they have the ability to be life-changing.

Five Super Powers:

  • The Power of Habits
  • The Power of Your Purpose
  • The Power of Your Beliefs
  • The Power of People
  • The Power of Action
  1. The Power of HABITS
    Jean highly recommends that we all develop proactive habits. She includes recommendations from high achievers or research to determine your habits by answering these questions:
    • How do you start your day?
    • What are your sleep habits?
    • What is your fitness plan – body & spirit?
    • What time wasters/distractions do you need to address?
    • How do you HELP others?
    • How do you spend your money?
    Habits are what we do without thinking. We just do them.
    Gold medal Olympian Michael Phelps credits his athletic success to his habits. He has banished “I can’t” from his vocabulary and he does not allow anybody around him to say “I can’t.” He also uses the power of envisioning by making it a habit of practicing in his head.
  2. The Power of PURPOSE
    Do you know your purpose? What is something you do and never get tired of? Pick one strength and become amazing at it. Do the tasks that support your goals, your purpose. Our culture loves the spectacular, but too often we strive to overcome our weaknesses instead of concentrating on our strengths.
    Towards determining or solidifying your purpose, Jean recommends sending an email to 5-7 friends and asking them what they consider your top three strengths to be. Then ask them if there’s something you could do better. She did this with one of her successful teams, but was very disappointed at first when so many of the responses came back saying, “Jean Cares.” She was looking for a response she could put on her resume. She wanted action items since our culture is so heavily fixed on outcomes and she was always taught to produce results. But as it turns out, one of the key reasons her teams succeeded was because they felt Jean cared. It was, in fact, her Super Power.
    Too often, we don’t get or give credit for our strengths because we feel society doesn’t value a strength that’s not tangible. However, the number one trait that recruiters are looking for when they want to hire a new leader is that person’s purpose. Because when you move in your purpose, people will follow you.
  3. The Power of BELIEFS
    Belief is the conclusion we’ve come to. What is our truth? Two kinds of truth include lower case truth and upper case TRUTH.
    Jean’s “truth” is that she was abandoned. But that doesn’t mean she’s unlovable. It was a truth for only a season. Her actual “Truth” is something else.
    We have to quit talking to ourselves in a negative fashion, Jean says. It is a conclusion based on experience or maybe because somebody told us something; it does not necessarily mean it is true.
    And it’s essential to know that sometimes truth isn’t truth at all.
  4. The Power of PEOPLE
    In a study measuring stress levels, it was discovered that individuals who had a friend by their side found a hill easier to climb. So we really do need people – especially during a job search or career transition. It’s important to realize, though, that some people are lessons and some are blessings.
    During the pandemic, we had people. And now that fears surrounding the virus are on a downward trend, we still have people. Some were with us from the start and a number of them may have shown up during all the uncertainties. People help us navigate this journey (life, career changes, successes, failures).
    Use LinkedIn to expand your circle of people. Ask someone in your circle of influence to introduce you to others; you don’t have to go it alone. Networking is an important part of utilizing the power of people – not only for your benefit, but for theirs, as well.
    Consider adding a coach or a mentor to your inner circle. These are the kinds of people you want beside you to help you on your journey – to guide you. Ask yourself who you are learning from. Your goal is to discover your absolute truth.
  5. The Power of ACTION
    Action is key! Did you know that only 10% of those who attend a conference or take a class ever take action afterwards? The number one reason we don’t take action is fear.
    Even though many people in the U.S. still believe that the American dream is attainable, too many people will die without realizing their life’s dreams.
    Jean watched a group called Zucaroh on America’s Got Talent with her daughter, who was ten years old at the time. The group introduced themselves as amateurs who wanted to improve, to be better. They accepted everyone who wanted to be in their group. They performed acrobatics Jean and her daughter had never seen before, and they received the Golden Buzzer, which meant the group went directly to the live show. Jean’s daughter turned to her and said, “I wonder how many fails that took?”
    A great life lesson here is we ACT, we FAIL, we LEARN and we ADJUST. Repeat.
    Four Steps to Engage Your Super Powers
    • You must BELIEVE
    • You must be DELIBERATE
    • You must STRATEGICALLY PLAN YOUR TIME
    • You must HAVE A MENTOR
    In taking action, people are exhibiting their POWER of Choice – and sometimes the only choice we have in life is how to react. Reframe your thoughts from “I HAVE to do this” to “I GET to do this.”
    Be HAPPY.
    • Habits
    • Action
    • Purpose
    • People
    • Your Beliefs

Hiring Companies

Bank of the West
Doug Deyo

Bank of the West has been around for over 100 years and currently has more than 10,000 team members in 23 states. They have a diverse and inclusive culture and a generous benefits program.
Bank of the West is currently hiring in a variety of areas, including: Operations, Mortgage Operations, IT, Banking, and Loan Operations. Find details at BankoftheWest.com/careers.

IRIS USA
Christina Rudy

IRIS USA has corporate offices in Surprise, AZ, with other locations in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Texas. They are growing rapidly and did not have to lay anyone off during the pandemic. Some openings include buyer, programmers, full stack web developer, HR project coordinator and corporate recruiter. More information available at IRISUSAinc.info/careers.

LGE Design Build
Carrie Masters

LGE Design Build is a full-service general contractor, with both commercial and high end custom homes. They also have an architecture and interior design firm. A third entity under the LGE umbrella is a development and investment company. They have a very strong culture with these values: proactive, dependability, quality, communication.
Carrie is looking for Project Architects, Architectural Project Director, Business Development Professional, Staff Accountant and Project Manager/Estimator. More information can be found at LGEDesignBuild.com/careers.

WealthWave
Jason Wiseman

Wealthwave has been shaking up the status quo of the financial industry and shifting the advantage in favor of families all over North America. Their vision is a world where everyone is financially literate and has access to the tools and support they need to use that knowledge to create a better life for themselves and their children.
Their network of leaders offer:
• Turnkey solution
• Licensed profession
• Ownership
• Digital Marketing/Media
• Start part time
• No layoffs or furloughs
• Hands on training and mentorship
• A long history of helping families
If you’d like more information or a free copy of the How Money Works book, contact Jason at Jason.Wiseman@wealthwave.com.

CLOSING & RESOURCES

Jessica closed the meeting by thanking our speakers and volunteers!
Our next event is Thursday, June 10, 2021.

Filed Under: Event Recaps Tagged With: IRISUSA, LGE Design Build, WealthWave, Superpowers, Bank of the West

12/13/18 – 5 Superpowers To Be Unstoppable

December 19, 2018 by Sheila

Jean BrieseWritten by Rachel Gersten

KEYNOTE PRESENTATION

5 Superpowers To Be Unstoppable

Jean Briese

Jean Briese has been honored as Arizona’s highest ranked motivational speaker and business coach. Prior to starting her own business, Jean spent 25 years leading successful sales teams in corporate American.

Jean started her speech by sharing a story from her childhood. She was the oldest of 4 raised by a single mother who left her children two weeks before Christmas when Jean was 15 years old and the youngest sibling was only 5 years old. Through these painful early life lessons, Jean developed the superpowers necessary for success.

3 Things To Focus On:

Inspiration

Information

Transformation

The Superpowers recommended by Jean are:

Superpower Number 1
The Power of Habits 

Jean looked at behaviors of top performers in various fields. One of which was Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history.  He doesn’t believe in can’t and will not even think or say the word can’t. Instead he envisions himself successful and overcomes obstacles.

Superpower Number 2
The Power of Purpose

Each of us has a set of talents and gifts. Stop to think about who you are and what makes you special. No one has the same gifts, experiences, and knowledge as you do. Look to your passions. A strategy Jean recommended is to send out an email asking friends and colleagues to list 3 of your strengths and 1 weakness. Then pick 1 strength and make yourself amazing at it.

Superpower Number 3
The Power of Your Beliefs

A negative mind will never give you a positive life. Jean spoke about her negative feeling about not having a college degree, but she turned that negative self-doubt around and said I have everything I need for success.

Superpower Number 4
The Power of People

We rise and fall to the level of our relationships. Some people are blessings and some people are lessons. Try and surround yourself with positive people. Ask yourself these questions and work on your answers. How should I add people to my circle? Do I have a mentor?

Superpower Number 5
The Power of Actions

Fear is the number 1 reason we don’t take action.  It’s important to remember one must fail first to accomplish anything. A recommendation Jean had for the group was to commit to one idea by putting it on your calendar and doing it within the next 24 hours.

Jean concluded her remarks by reminding us, THE TIME IS NOW.

HIRING COMPANIES

Career Evolutions

Christian Kaijser, Managing Director

Career Evolutions a recruiting agency that opened its doors during one of our countries’ worst recessions in November of 2008. The company has thrived in large part due to their understanding of how to brand the job seeker properly and knowledge of the ever-changing job market.

Top 10 Search Tips:

  • Start the search immediately.
  • Treat the search like a job.
  • Be open to consulting/freelancing.
  • Don’t panic, be patient.
  • Stay fit and relaxed.
  • Network, Network, Network.
  • Have a dynamic relevant resume.
  • Manage your personal and professional brand.
  • Do your homework.
  • Don’t talk about salary too early.

Solar Mosaic

Eve Clark, Recruiter

Mosaic makes it simple to go solar by leveraging technology and financial innovation, with a goal of providing access to clean energy for everyone.

Positions Available:

  • Customer Support Associates
  • Sales
  • Credit Underwriting Reps
  • Salesforce Administrator
  • Software Engineering Manager
  • System/DevOps Engineer

Farmers Insurance

Surrie Atkins, Recruiter

Established in 1928 Farmers Insurance has been an innovative leader providing care and assistance when help is needed the most. Farmer Insurance offers an extensive array of coverage options. They have been recognized as a leading insurer for small and mid size businesses. Due to the companies ongoing success Farmers Insurance will be hiring an additional 1000 employees to work in their North Phoenix office.

Positions Available:

  • Customer Service
  • Inbound Sales

RESOURCES

Rohn Financial

Tom Rohn and Jamey Pugh

Five Financial Keys to a Successful Job Transition

  • Do a financial reality check, which entails creating a spending plan- for example, the everyday extras like a cup of coffee from Starbucks may no longer be in your budget.
  • Create additional income sources, such as freelance work and part-time work.
  • Manage your debt. If you have credit card debt, call the credit card company and explain your situation and discuss your options with them. Also remember to stop using cards.
  • Maintain proper insurance coverage such as medical, life, car and homeowners insurance.
  • Ask for help from a trusted advisor.

Rohn Financial Services Include:

  • One hour consultation
  • Budget forms
  • 401K rollover
  • Financial planning
  • Direct2MD

WozU

Jason Jones, Strategic Partnership Specialist

The University’s Mission Statement is to bring opportunities in the technology field to the masses. WozU has a passion for education. For a career in technology, students will learn different computer languages such as Java, .NET, Ruby on Rails as well as Data Science and Cyber Security. If you are transitioning in your career and wish to learn more about technology, contact a representative at WozU for additional information. They provide career services support.

CLOSING

Jessica Pierce wrapped up the meeting by reminding the group to visit the Career Connectors website at https://careerconnectors.org for additional information on upcoming meetings, support tools and event recaps. She went on to thank our wonderful host Highlands Church for their support, as well as, all our amazing corporate sponsors and volunteers. Also, Jessica spoke about upcoming events. The next meeting will be held on January 10th, 9 am at the Phoenix location of Grand Canyon University – 5115 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ. Please remember to sign up online for our next meeting. Seasons Greetings!

I will end our last blog of 2018 with a quote from Laird Hamilton. “Make sure your worst enemy doesn’t live between your two ears.” Stay positive! 2019 will be an amazing year.

Filed Under: Event Recaps Tagged With: Solar Mosaic, Superpowers, WozU, Jean Briese, Career Evolutions, Farmers

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