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Are you ready to rise above the excuses that have kept you stuck? In today’s Laurie’s Lesson, we’re talking about HOW to break the cycle of excuses — the ones we’ve told ourselves so many times they feel like truth.
Excuses are comfortable…
but they’re also dangerous — because they keep you from your calling, your health, and your God-given purpose.
Whether it’s health, business, ministry, relationships, or your mindset — your breakthrough begins when you recognize your power to choose differently.
✨ In this 12-minute coaching session, I’ll help you:
Identify hidden excuses that limit your potential
Shift from fear to faith-driven responsibility
Replace "I can’t" with empowered, intentional action
Tap into your God-given ability to create change
You are not stuck. You are not powerless. You are ONE CHOICE away from transformation.
This is for the woman ready to grow, to rise, and to live on purpose.
Let’s do this — TOGETHER. 💖
(Let me know in the comments which excuses you’re ready to break TODAY!)
✨ You’ll also learn:
🔥 Where excuses REALLY come from
💡 How to replace excuses with empowered choices
🙏 Why breaking this cycle is a spiritual breakthrough
💪 And how to finally make the shift from “I can’t…” to “I AM.”
You’re stronger than your excuses. And God is bigger than your fear.
Let’s rise together. 💖
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Your life is shaped far more by the small decisions you make every single day than the big moments you’re waiting for. In this training, we walk through how your daily choices influence your health, your joy, your relationships, your business, and your spiritual walk — and how ONE aligned decision can shift everything.

You are never stuck.
You are never powerless.
You are ALWAYS one decision away from a completely different life. 💖

In today’s lesson, we unlock:
✨ How your daily decisions shape your future
✨ Why small choices create big results
✨ How to shift your identity through intentional action
✨ How to ask better questions so you can make better choices
✨ How to create momentum and step into the woman God designed you to be

This is your reminder that you get to choose the direction of your life — starting today.

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The most critical step to achieving speaking mastery!

In "Practice Makes Progress," we turn great ideas and vocal skill into an effortless, polished performance. This lesson is your deep dive into intentional rehearsal.

You'll discover the secret to building unshakeable confidence, mastering your timing, and making your delivery look spontaneous and natural.

Stop just reading your notes—start performing your message with purpose, using our proven Three-Pass System to refine your speech to perfection.

• Practice Mindset Shift: Understand why rehearsal is the ultimate antidote to nervousness and the key to reducing cognitive load on stage.
• The Three-Pass System: Learn a structured approach to practice:
• • Pass 1 (Content): Focus on flow, structure, and initial timing.
  • Pass 2 (Delivery): Practice standing up, exaggerating nonverbals, and using vocal dynamics.
  • Pass 3 (Simulation): The dress rehearsal—practice with all tech and simulate the real environment.
• Refining for Polish: Discover how to memorize the sequence of ideas (not the words) to ensure authenticity and easy recovery from mistakes.
• The Video Test: Learn why recording and watching yourself is the fastest, most honest way to refine your posture and gestures.
• Mastering the Clock: Get tips on timing your speech with a buffer to ensure you always finish on time.
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• 1 Corinthians 9:26

  "I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air:"

  • Connection: This verse is a powerful metaphor for intentional rehearsal. It encourages the speaker to practice and "fight" with focus and purpose, not "as one that beateth the air" (practicing aimlessly or uncertainly). It reinforces the lesson's goal of moving beyond mindless repetition to purposeful, targeted refinement of your delivery.

  Proverbs 21:5

  "The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want."

  • Connection: This verse directly supports the theme of diligence over haste. In the context of public speaking, "diligence" means dedicating the necessary time to practice (the Three-Pass System). This thoughtful preparation ("plenteousness" or success) prevents the negative outcomes that come from being "hasty" (rushing the rehearsal process).

  Proverbs 24:27

  "Prepare thy work without, and make it fit for thyself in the field; and afterwards build thine house."

  • Connection: This speaks to the need for thorough external preparation before presenting the finished product. The speaker is advised to "prepare thy work without" (the hard work of outlining, writing, and practicing) and "make it fit" (refining the timing, nonverbals, and delivery) so that the final presentation ("build thine house") is successful and well-founded.

Discover how to grow your business without stress or overwhelm by simply living life with intention. In this training, Laurie shares practical strategies for weaving your business into everyday moments—whether at restaurants, hotels, networking events, or daily errands. Learn how to share stories, connect authentically, and let conversations naturally open doors. Build as you live, not live to build your business.

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Are you tired of chasing one-time sales and feeling like your business growth is unpredictable? After 35+ years of building multiple successful companies, I’ve discovered that the secret to long-term profitability isn’t just in sales—it’s in relationships.

In this training, you’ll learn how to create loyalty, referrals, and consistent business through the principles of relationship marketing.

What you’ll learn in this video:

• ✅ Why most entrepreneurs fail at relationship marketing (and how to fix it)

• ✅ The power of consistency to build trust and stay top of mind

• ✅ How to turn one client into 10+ new introductions

• ✅ Simple tools to make follow-up and connection easy

• ✅ 3 actionable steps you can implement this week

💡 Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or network marketer—this training will show you how to turn your relationships into your most valuable business asset.

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Welcome to where we turn a one-way street into a two-way conversation! In "Connecting with Your Crowd," you'll discover powerful strategies to transform your audience from passive listeners into active participants. We'll explore how to use rhetorical questions, compelling storytelling, and direct participation to build a dynamic, interactive experience. Get ready to go beyond just giving a speech and learn how to truly connect, engage, and inspire your audience.

Summary Bullet Points

• The Power of Dialogue: Learn why audience engagement is essential for creating a shared experience and making your message memorable.
• Ask the Right Questions: Master the art of using rhetorical questions to activate your audience's minds and make them feel personally involved.
• The Storyteller's Secret: Discover why a good story is a powerful tool for building empathy and helping your audience relate to your message.
• Encourage Participation: Explore practical ways to get your audience involved, from a simple show of hands to a well-structured Q&A session.
• From Monologue to Conversation: Understand how to make your speech a collaborative experience where your audience is a key part of the journey.

Proverbs 20:5

"Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out."

This verse highlights the role of a communicator in actively "drawing out" understanding and counsel from others. This parallels the goal of audience engagement. Instead of simply pouring information into the audience (the "deep water"), a skilled speaker uses techniques to get the audience to think, participate, and reveal their own thoughts and understanding, which is a powerful form of connection.

Luke 24:32

"And they said one to another, Did not our heart burn within us, while he talked with us by the way, and while he opened to us the scriptures?"

This verse describes a conversation where the listener felt a deep, emotional connection ("Did not our heart burn within us"). It wasn't just a lecture; it was a relational interaction ("while he talked with us"). This verse speaks to the power of a speaker to use their words in a way that creates a profound and personal experience for the audience, going beyond simply conveying information to stirring their hearts and minds, which is the ultimate goal of true engagement.

Mastering a speech goes far beyond just your words. In this powerful lesson, we dive into the art of "Visual Victory: Integrating Technology and Visual Aids." Learn how to transform your presentations from a static wall of text into a dynamic, engaging experience. We'll explore the cognitive science behind visuals, reveal the secret to using slides effectively without reading from them, and discover how videos, props, and other technologies can amplify your message. Get ready to make your next speech unforgettable by connecting with your audience through their eyes and their minds.

• The Power of Dual-Coding: Learn why combining your words with visuals is a shortcut to your audience’s brain, enhancing both understanding and retention.
• The Golden Rule: Discover the most crucial principle of all—that visuals are an aid, not a replacement, for your spoken message.
• Design for Impact: Get practical tips on how to create clean, simple, and professional slides with minimal text and high-quality visuals.
• Beyond the Slide Deck: Explore how to strategically use videos, physical props, and even interactive technology to bring your content to life.
• Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Understand the mistakes that undermine so many presentations and learn how to avoid them to ensure a seamless and confident delivery.

Why Your “Why” Matters – Defining Your Purpose

In this training, I share one of the most important foundations for building your business—and your life: defining your WHY.

Your WHY is your fuel. It’s the reason you’ll keep going when challenges show up. Without it, success feels empty. With it, you become unstoppable. 💪✨

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Training:

• ✅ Why your WHY is the foundation of success
• ✅ The difference between a surface WHY and a deep WHY
• ✅ How to uncover the real reason that drives you
• ✅ The 5-Why exercise to dig deeper into your purpose
• ✅ Why your WHY must be written, visible, and shared
• ✅ How a strong WHY helps you push through obstacles

💡 Key Takeaway:

When your WHY makes you cry, you’ve found it.
Your WHY is your anchor, your engine, and your motivation to keep building—no matter what.

✨ Action Step for You:
Take a few minutes today to write out your WHY. Then share it with your leader, a teammate, or in the comments below. Let’s cheer each other on as we stay rooted in purpose. 🙌

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