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DEBRA KASOWSKI | Success Coach

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Life Leadership & Executive Coach | Helping People Step Into Their Potential & Own Their Power | Keynote Speaker | Author | Podcast Host

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New identities require new habits and actions. Let go of what no longer serves you.

The things could be:

*Books/magazines
*Clothing
*Energy Drainers
* Half-used things that you no longer plan to use - shampoos, makeup, perfume, etc.
*Subscriptions you do not use

This is your SIGN it is time to uplevel!!!!

#coaching #mindsetmatters #energy
#habits #alignment

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Stop waiting to have enough courage to take action on your goals in dreams. It is not the way it works. You need to take courageous action for that magic to happen.

#Confidence #Courage #DoHardThings #Coaching #ExecutiveCoaching

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Hindsight is 20/20.

If I started my business over again, here are a few things I would do differently.

1. Get to know my WHY.
2. Devote time to researching my industry.
3. Network with greater intention and follow-up.
4. Examine my money story and review my numbers regularly.
5. Put systems and processes in place so I am ready for opportunity.
6. Ensure I am in front of the right audience and decision-makers.
7. I would have hired a coach sooner rather than later.

DM me if you want to learn more about coaching with me.

What would you do if you started over?

#businesstips #moneystory #findyourwhy #coaching #knowyournumbers

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What if your next level of performance isn’t about trying harder, but learning to release tension?

We often associate intensity with being tense. Tight shoulders. Shallow breathing. A racing mind.

But what if we could maintain that same intensity of focus while allowing our bodies to relax?

That’s something I’m intentionally practising.

It’s not about caring less or lowering our standards. It’s about creating the conditions to think clearly, stay present, and perform at our best.

And yes, sometimes I still need a reminder to BREATHE! 😊

Growth isn’t about getting it perfect. It’s about becoming more aware and choosing to practise.

✨ Intense focus. Relaxed body. Clear mind.

Who’s joining me in making intentional breathing part of their daily practice?

#LeadershipDevelopment #MindfulLeadership #HighPerformance #PersonalGrowth #IntentionalLiving

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Consistency can build your success. But it can also keep you stuck.

We often talk about consistency as the secret to achieving our goals. And it certainly plays an important role.

But consistency is also about how we show up for others. Our behaviour, our reactions, and how we navigate challenges can either build trust or create uncertainty.

And then there’s the question we don’t ask ourselves often enough…

What am I consistently doing that’s no longer serving me?

Sometimes we don’t need to work harder. We need to recognize the patterns we’re repeating and have the courage to create new ones.

Consistency isn’t just about doing something over and over. It’s about being intentional about what we choose to repeat.

What’s one pattern you’re ready to change?

#Consistency #LeadershipDevelopment #PersonalGrowth #SelfLeadership #GrowthMindset

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Are you performing from pressure or confidence?

Sometimes, the greatest obstacle to peak performance isn’t a lack of skill, knowledge, or preparation.

It’s the unnecessary pressure we place on ourselves to get everything right.

That pressure creates urgency. Urgency creates tension. And tension can interfere with the very skills we’ve spent years developing.

The opportunity is to become more aware of what brings out your best.

What helps you stay grounded? What allows you to maintain your tempo? What helps you trust yourself when the stakes feel high?

Peak performance requires more than knowing what to do. It requires knowing how to show up so you can do it.

Self-awareness. Self-assurance. Self-trust.

That’s where your best performance begins.

What’s one thing you do to stay grounded when the pressure is on?

#PeakPerformance #LeadershipDevelopment #SelfLeadership #ExecutiveCoaching #EmotionalIntelligence

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Going against the grain isn’t about rebellion. It’s about purpose.

It’s having the courage to think for yourself, question what has always been done, and recognize that a different approach may lead to a better outcome.

Too often, we allow the expectations of others, the desire for approval, or the fear of rejection to influence our decisions.

But here’s something worth considering:

Are you making decisions based on your vision for the future, or based on what others expect of you?

Progress doesn’t happen simply because we keep doing what we’ve always done.

Sometimes we need to challenge our assumptions, embrace uncertainty, and give ourselves permission to explore what’s possible.

Going against the grain takes courage. But when it’s grounded in purpose, it can open the door to extraordinary possibilities.

💬 What is one belief, assumption, or “way we’ve always done things” that you believe it’s time to challenge?

#LeadershipDevelopment #PersonalGrowth #ThinkDifferently #ChallengeTheStatusQuo #LeadershipMindset CourageousLeadership GrowthMindset

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Your team shouldn’t have to gather courage just to have a conversation with you.

Leadership isn’t simply about being available. It’s about creating an environment where people feel comfortable approaching you.

When your team feels psychologically safe, they’re more likely to share ideas, raise concerns, ask for support, and communicate openly.

But when your presence creates fear or uncertainty, people may remain silent. And silence can come at a significant cost to your team and organization.

Remember, people need to know where they stand with you before they can stand with you.

Your words, actions, consistency, and availability all influence how others experience your leadership.

Here’s a question worth reflecting on today:

When people see you coming, do they feel comfortable approaching you, or do they hesitate?

Great leadership creates connection, not intimidation.

💬 What is ONE thing a leader has done that made you feel comfortable speaking up?

#LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipMatters #PsychologicalSafety #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipPresence EmotionalIntelligence LeadershipGrowth TeamCulture

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🏆 WINNING ISN’T AN ACCIDENT. IT’S AN INTENTION.

Whether you’re building a business, leading a team, or pursuing a personal goal, winning requires more than simply wanting success.

It requires preparation, dedication, concentration, discipline, and an attitude that supports where you want to go.

But here’s what I’ve learned…

You can do all the right things physically and still hold yourself back mentally.

Your mindset matters.

Your focus matters.

Your belief in your preparation matters.

And while we can’t control every outcome, we can control how we show up, the effort we give, and the attitude we choose.

There also comes a moment when we must stop questioning whether we’ve done enough and start trusting the work we’ve put in.

Prepare with intention. Execute with confidence. Trust your efforts.

And remember, you’re not here simply to avoid losing.

You’re here to play to WIN! 🏆

💬 I’d love to know: What’s one thing you’re doing today to position yourself for success?

#WinningMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessSuccess #PersonalGrowth #SuccessMindset IntentionalLeadership ExecutiveCoaching PlayToWin

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Great things require more than ambition. They require mental discipline.

It’s easy to get distracted by what everyone else is doing, the next opportunity, or the demands competing for our attention.

But every time we redirect our focus to what matters, we strengthen our ability to follow through.

You don’t need perfect conditions. You need clarity, commitment, and consistent action.

Mental discipline is character in action.

What are you choosing to focus on today?

#MentalDiscipline #Leadership #ExecutiveCoaching #PersonalGrowth #Mindset

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We all have hard things.

Some we choose. Some we don’t. And what feels hard to me might not feel hard to you.

But maybe the goal isn’t to make everything easier.

Maybe it’s learning how to do hard better.

One step. One decision. One courageous moment at a time. ❤️

#DoHardBetter #Leadership #Courage #PersonalGrowth #coaching

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One year of showing up, shutting up…and writing! ✍️🎉 @shutupwrite

For 60 minutes every Friday, pens move, keyboards tap, ideas take shape, and somehow a LOT gets done.

Books, dissertations, business plans, children’s stories, content—or simply an idea that needs some attention. There’s room at the table for it.

Happy 1st Anniversary, Shut Up & Write Edmonton! A special shout out to @elcorazonkeswick for their exceptional food, drink and service. Grateful for my co-host @lorip317 for sharing rating, prompt, and @soulsafebreathwork for sharing a noticing practice. And of course, all of the writers who inspire us @kjohnson.keystone @nordstromt14 @yegbowtieguy and Dr.Joni Turville.

📍 Milk & Honey Café, West Edmonton @milkandhoney.gl
🗓 Fridays | 9:00–10:30 AM

Bring what you’re working on and come write with us!

#Writing #WritingInspiration #Community #Edmonton #Productivity

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