Journaling Your Grandest Life Answers

New for 2007 -- I have now published a journal version of my book Grandest Life Questions. Arranged within four seasons - Renewal, Visioning, Energy, and Reflection - this journal version provides open pages that encourage you to capture where a particular question has taken you. Like the first edition, this version is packed with 52 powerful questions that will take you places throughout the year. Matched with those questions are some of my favorite photographs that help inspire a different perspective and promote possibility.

To view or order the book, go to www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/103194.

Make 2007 the Year You put Your Life before Work

Achieve! Life! Balance!

Are you looking for balance, but always seem to be spending those extra hours at work or stressing about work? Are you looking for ways to reconnect with the important things in your life -- qualities that make up who you are -- without putting your career on hold? Have you ever struggled with how you could possibly achieve balance and have your life as your highest priority?

It sounds like 2007 is the year for you to reduce stress and find that balance between your career and the rest of your life. Many studies show that living a balanced life enhances the efficiency and productivity at work, and ultimately contributes to you and your desired lifestyle.

Start the new year off right by discovering the 3 steps valuable for making life happen. Through one-on-one coaching you can:

1. Examine balance in your life
2. Explore areas for improvement
3. Discover choices available to you

Then take ACTION and REAP the REWARDS! As your coach, I will hold you accountable and help you design your next steps.

How's the Balance in Your Life?

Call Now for a Free Consultation -- 888-433-0686

Grandest Life Questions - A Life-Coach's Collection of Weekly Inquiries

My new book is out and available to purchase! Grandest Life Questions is a book that will take you places. Steeped in the curiousness of movement caused by a powerful question, metaphoric pathways are invoked through 52 beautifully illuminated photographs and inquiries that can be pondered for weeks at a time. A guide, an offering, an inspiration, Grandest Life Questions moves us to create the greatest version of our grandest life.

To get your copy, either call me at 888-433-0686 or order directly from www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/25114.

The Key to Non-Profit Success

Want to know the key to success in the non-profit arena?

It's all in your Story!

Once upon a time, there was a group of ...

What's your story? Tell me what you do, who you are, and tell me why I should get behind you. What is the most compelling aspect you want me to know -- about you, your work, your cause? In the non-profit arena there is incredible work going on, produced by even more amazing individuals who have hearts larger than life. It is a world packed with fabulous stories: of success, failure, tenacity, hope, loyalty, suffering, honor, selflessness, caring, and most importantly, need. And these are stories just waiting to be told, wanting to be heard.

The key to hearing? It's all in the message...A story told that conveys a message that motivates your listeners (be it into action, donation of money to your cause, or speaking up for what you stand for). As a leadership coach (and director for a non-profit conservation organization), one of my most rewarding areas is to work with clients in developing and telling their story. I assist others in finding their voice and crafting their message that touches others who are waiting in the winds of the words.

If you are interested in learning more about Telling your Story, please give me a call or send me an email. My toll-free number is 888.433.0686. Email me at thesageproject@msn.com.

Advanced Leadership Styles Tele-Course

"The Leader teaches more through being than through doing. Be still. Follow your inner wisdom."
-- John Heider, The Tao of Leadership

Much of today's leadership training and development focuses on the "doing" side of the professional. Just as critical, however, is the "being" side. The being is the "inner self" of a leader. It is the deepest level of who the leader is -- the character that shapes what they do with their time, their attention, and their actions. Knowing how to cultivate the being is fundamental to leadership growth. As Dee Hock, founder and CEO emeritus of Visa International, points out, those that seek to lead spend 50 percent of their time leading themselves.

Advanced Leadership Styles Tele-Course -- This course is designed to tap into the professional's unique abilities and the eight critical elements present in powerful leaders (as portrayed in the Leader Being Model). It begins by looking at leadership in today's world and explores the leadership challenges and trends that contribute to the expanding need for looking within.

The core of the tele-course will center on The Leader Being Model and powerful tools for connecting with and cultivating the leader's being. Because of the uniqueness of focusing on being, participants will have the chance to demonstrate their ability integrating the techniques through interactive drills, discussion, and weekly assignments.

Tele-Course Information: A FREE Introductory Call will take place in 2007.
The first tele-course will begin in July. It will run for 3 months, with a 90-minute class twice a month (conducted over the phone via a bridge-line). Class size is limited to 15 participants. A course workbook is included. Cost: $199.00 -- that's less than $35.00 a class. To register, email or contact Martha Hahn at The Sage Project (thesageproject@msn.com or toll-free 888-433-0686).

8 Steps to a Great Transition

Coming in 2007: an introductory Tele-course on how to make a Great Transition.

"It's not so much that we're afraid of change or so in love with the old ways, but it's that place in between that we fear...It's like being in between trapezes. It's Linus when his blanket is in the dryer. There's nothing to hold onto."
-- Marilyn Ferguson

To change is to make different. When we adjust to change, we replace or shift from one circumstance to another. The adjustment is our "way" of dealing with the change, it is the transition -- the internal response to change -- and how we come to terms with it and how we reorient ourselves.

There are many situations in life that can put us into the way of transitioning. For instance, the loss of a job, wanting to make a career change, reorganizing a business, graduating from school, retirement, getting married, having a child, loss of a loved one, and so on.

Basically there are three phases to the way of transitioning. William Bridges, in his book "The way of transition, embracing life's most difficult moments," builds upon these three phases with his uplifting story of his journey from darkness to light. He provides compelling insights into those unexpected passages that forever shape our lives. The three phases described by Bridges are:

Ending of the old -- Endings are transformative experiences and they are often where we start from. What's difficult is to know what exactly is over and what isn't. At this phase it is important to let go of what you need to. Start by relinquishing old habits and expectations, saying good bye, and celebrating.

The neutral zone -- Between the ending and the beginning you always find yourself in a strange place. The neutral zone is not on a map. Rather it can be found inside a mirror, down a rabbit hole, under your bed, light-years away, and sometimes no further than your thumb. It's really not even a place. It's probably best looked at as a whole new dimension to experience. It's the space to reorient yourself, grow personally, find your authentic self, and to be freely creative.

Beginning the new -- The new thing always carries the day. Much like the seasons of the year, spring supplants the winter and a new year sends the old one packing. There is no antagonism in the new, just succession. As long as our transitions continue, we are full of success. In new beginnings it is important to choose a direction, live in the moment, and plan and dream of your future.

What changes do you see coming? In what way do you want to make the transition? What will you do?

It's important to keep in mind that adjusting to change brings on the need to make decisions. Sometimes those decisions are made quickly and naturally, and other times they can be slow and wrought with pain or agony. Nevertheless, the choice of what we want and where we want to be at the end of our transition is always ours to make.

Through my own experiences I have discovered there are eight common steps for making a great transition. Taken within the three transition phases, these steps provide a greater ability to assess the situation, view the choices, sketch out a plan, and move forward.

Would you like some assistance on how to get started and create a plan for moving on?

In 2007, I will offer an introductory Tele-course (as in an over-the-phone classroom) on the 8 Steps to a Great Transition. The call-setting will be informative, interactive, and conducted in the comfort of your home. The course will be 1 hour in length, and free!

Interested? For more information, call or email Martha Hahn at The Sage Project (toll-free 888-433-0686, or thesageproject@msn.com).

Leadership Development through Fly-Fishing

Because...

Leadership development is critically important

Leadership development can be fun

Leaders on the Fly is an experiential training where you will learn the six essential leadership principles and develop your natural style

And...

Interactions on the Fly is where you can catch the 13 essential communication techniques for effective interactions as a leader

I am offering...

* On various dates throughout the summer of 2005, 2-day workshops involving leadership and communication training, skill-building, and one-on-one coaching while floating and fly-fishing the Salmon River, Idaho. (See below Leaders on the Fly and Interactions on the Fly)

* Free, 1-hour introductory tele-class on the Leadership Essentials you'll want to know to get ahead. October, 2005. Limited to 30 participants -- call or email to reserve your spot.

* Three-month Leadership Group coaching tele-course -- Leaders on the Fly: Shoreside. Based on the Leaders on the Fly workshops, Shoreside will cover the six essential leadership principles. Concepts, such as surveying the territory, matching the hatch, and adding to your fly box will become your "field-guide" as you learn critical leadership skills. As a group you will work together to develop your natural leadership styles. In between classes, you will be given assignments for incorporating learned skills into your daily activities. Shoreside will be a 90-minute tele-class, 2X per month for 3 months. Class size will be limited to 15 leaders. Cost will be $199.00 per person.

"Martha Hahn is a world-class coach and leadership trainer. Her programs are a must for anyone seriously interested in growing their leadership skills."
-- S. C. Mitten, President, Principal Evolutions

Contact: Martha Hahn, life and leadership coach at The Sage Project. Call 928.779.2222, toll-free 888.433.0686, or email at thesageproject@msn.com.

Leaders on the Fly: Discover the 6 Leadership Principles Leaders can learn from fly-fishing

Martha Hahn teams up with Tom Coates and his Salmon River Scenic Run to provide experiential Leadership Training through fly-fishing.

Leaders on the Fly is a 2-day workshop involving training, skill-building, and one-on-one coaching while floating and fishing the Salmon River in Idaho.

Using the rich, natural environment and fluid techniques of fly-fishing, you will capture the 6 Leadership Principles and develop your natural style. These principles include Surveying the Territory, Matching the Hatch, Getting Followers to Follow, Knowing what to do about the Bears, Keeping Followers on your Line, and Adding to your Fly Box.

Nature is a great mirror for showing us how we show up in the world. As such, this workshop is designed to ignite your talent and allow you to master leadership skills that will take you to a higher level. It is suitable for all levels of inspired leaders and managers.

The workshop also includes instruction on the basics of fly-fishing, lessons on the fishing territory, and expert guiding by outfitter Tom Coates and his company, Salmon River Scenic Run.

What's included:

Professional Training by Martha Hahn, Executive Coach, leadership consultant, and accomplished fly-fisher.

Experienced Fishing Guides through Tom Coates and Salmon River Scenic Run.

Lodging & Meals at Challis' finest B&B -- 2 nights, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts and 1 lunch.

Total Package Rates:

2 Afternoon-Evening Classes/1 day fishing and coaching/2 nights @ B&B. Cost: $700.00 per person

Dates for 2007: Coming Soon!

Book Reservations early -- Call toll-free, Martha Hahn at 888-433-0686, or Tom Coates at 800-479-1295

View Tom's website at www.scenicriver.com

Interactions on the Fly: Catch the 13 Essential Communication Techniques and learn them from fly-fishing!

Martha Hahn teams up with Tom Coates and his Salmon River Scenic Run to provide experiential Communication Training through fly-fishing.

Interactions on the Fly is a 2-day workshop involving training, skill-building, and one-on-one coaching while floating and fishing the Salmon River in Idaho.

Using the rich, natural environment and fluid techniques of fly-fishing, you will capture the 13 Communication Techniques and develop your natural interactive style. Nature is a great mirror for showing us how we show up in the world. We will use this mirror to practice and accelerate our professional interactions, becoming effective communicators at every level in our business or personal situations. The 13 techniques include the 4 Elemental Active Listening Skills, the 5 Effective Techniques for providing Feedback, and the 4 Exceptional Questioning Skills.

The workshop also includes instruction on the basics of fly-fishing, lessons on the fishing territory, and expert guiding by outfitter Tom Coates and his company, Salmon River Scenic Run.

What's included:

Professional Training by Martha Hahn, Executive Coach, leadership consultant, and accomplished fly-fisher.

Experienced Fishing Guides through Tom Coates and Salmon River Scenic Run.

Lodging and Meals at Challis' finest B&B -- 2 nights, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts and 1 lunch.

Total Package Rates:

2 Afternoon-Evening Classes/1 day fishing and coaching/2 nights @ B&B. Cost: $700.00 per person

Dates for 2007: Coming Soon!

Book Reservations early -- Call toll-free, Martha Hahn at 888-433-0686, or Tom Coates at 800-479-1295

View Tom's website at www.scenicriver.com