People are always asking me what’s new in my business.  I often chuckle because I have SO many projects and programs in the works at any given point in time.  It feels like I’m spinning lots of different plates.  The truth is my focus is definitely on keeping all of the plates spinning and they’re all miraculously connected. 

If you’re like me, you know that having many plates spinning at one time doesn’t necessarily mean a lack of focus.  It just depends on the vision, goals and activities that support your business.  Checkout my spinning plates and you’ll see what I mean.

My Spinning Plates are Targets in Focus

1. WendyY.com relaunch.  It’s all about branding “WendyY.”
2. A site relaunch for Brilliance In Action, the name of my company - moving and shifting from entrepeneur to CEO.  I’m building the site on a kewl new platform with lots of goodies just for you. 
3. Radio shows and targeted guest appearances with mastermind groups.  I’m having lots of fun with this one.  From past and present interviews, I’ve created a new podcast with all of those interviews — stay tuned for more details.
4. My next Group Mastery - Mastery and Mentoring Program for coaches, speakers, consultants and trainers.  My team is working on ensuring these group coaching tools are content-rich and easily accessible.  It’s always juicy!
5. The next DIY Tech Talk - Walk the DIY Walk with Ease about Twitter.  I absolutely love Twitter.  It’s a key part of my social networking strategy that works.  Follow me
6. A regular column for Woman 2 Woman Business magazine.  In 2009, the publishing schedule shifts to monthly.  I’m honored and thrilled to be of service.
7. A new group coaching program with Ron Hudson. He’s the Master of Influence and I’m tickled to be working with him.  We’ve got something very kewl in store for you!
8. A new group coaching intensive specifically for coaches coming up in February, 2009.  Sorry I can’t share more than that right now.
9. Lots of new activities for my mastermind group of coaches.  I heard cheers when I announced this one to my business, executive and career coaches.  Circle of Brilliance

Here are a couple of the ongoing, weekly plates I keep spinning:

1. Group Mastery Everyday - group coaching resource posted via audio every week.
2. New 90 Minute Mastery webinars teaching specific group coaching skills.  Upcoming Webinars
3. New blog posts for the Group Mastery blog at Group Coaching Mastery.  I’m moving it to a new platform so new posting will resume within the next several days.
4. Exceptional Experts weekly radio show.  Getting to know really KEWL folks willing to share details about what makes them exceptional.  It’s a different spin on success…the journey is the key!

Tips to help you keep the spinning plates in focus:

• Focus on activities that incorporate your business vision, mission and goals.  These are more than pretty words that you put on paper and place on binder.  Your vision, mission and goals serve as a rudder keeping your eyes on the prize.
• Tailor your ”spinning” to suit your values and lifestyle.  I love my freedom for example.  As my vision expands and priorities shift, my sense of freedom and what’s important in my life supports my choices about how, when and where to keep my targets in focus.  Knowing your values is crucial.
• Focus on activities that have a bottom line impact.  I’m often distracted by new ideas and possibilities.  What can I say?  It’s just part of who I am.  I’ve learned to ask myself targeted questions that ultimately confirm whether the ideas are spin-worthy. 
• Partner with people who share an equal level of respect for you, your programs and services.  It doesn’t mean you have the same perspectives.  It does mean the respect you share for one another ensures the best possible communication around problems that may arise.  This is especially critical as you shift from entrepreneur to CEO.

Why I wrote this post?

I wrote this post to encourage business owners like me who are transitioning from entrepreneur to CEO.  I hope you’ll find peace knowing that your spinning plates ARE in focus.  I believe that you can keep the plates spinning successfully — without dropping and potentially breaking any.  I know it’s all possible and true when each plate truly represents a target in focus. 

What plates are you spinning?  How do your plates speak to your focus?