by Beth FItzgerald | May 30, 2019 | Fear, Goals, Persistence
As I was talking with my accountability partner, Susan, yesterday, I explained the struggle I am having with finishing my book. It has been a fabulous and challenging 2-year journey and I am so close to publishing but unfortunately, there always seems to be one more...
by Beth FItzgerald | May 8, 2019 | Fear, Goals, Success
Adam Grant, a Wharton psychologist, argues that a coach is more important than a mentor: “Whereas mentors dole out words of wisdom, coaches roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty…they get into the arena to help us realize our potential.” At...
by Beth FItzgerald | Apr 26, 2019 | Bravery, Fear, Persistence, Success
“Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” Anais Nin Last night, I attended our annual fundraiser for UrbanPromise Trenton. When I arrived, I met some young volunteers from The College of New Jersey. They were absolutely...
by Beth FItzgerald | Mar 20, 2019 | Fear, Risk-Taking
Are you a risk-taker? There are a few facts about risk-taking that might surprise you. Women are generally more risk-averse than men but studies show this is a direct result of societal norms and not gender. Risk-taking, like any other skill, can be learned simply by...
by Beth FItzgerald | Mar 1, 2019 | Fear, Friday Quote
“Growth only occurs in a state of discomfort.” Bill Eckstrom For the past month or so I have been working with four young adults to prepare them for public speaking. Last night, at two locations, all four speeches were delivered! Oh my goodness!! They were...
by Beth FItzgerald | Feb 27, 2019 | Fear, Goals, Inspirational, Purpose
During my efforts to secure a keynote speaker for the non-profit I volunteer for, I noticed one young man was listed in the 2018 Forbes Under 30. Forbes 30 Under 30 recognizes the brightest entrepreneurs, innovators, and game-changers under the age of 30 who are...
