“The best definition of an obstacle is within our own mind.” ~Dennis G. Shaver Empower is a word that has become cliché, in many senses. We are told we should empower ourselves, our choices, and our children; that we should be empowered in our careers, our relationships, our communities, and our life. But what does it really mean? Is empowerment the goal, the outcome, or the means to an end? What is Empowerment? At a basic level, the expression empowerment means becoming…

“If it is to be, it’s really up to me.” ~Dennis G. Shaver As a coach and advocate for people living up to their potential, and beyond, I’ve heard so many people say: I know my potential – I feel it, Dennis! – and yet, I can’t seem to empower myself beyond my current circumstances. What am I doing wrong? If you feel this way, you can bet that you aren’t alone and that this is not unusual in the slightest! What makes me so sure? Well, it’s simple, really. None of us is…

“Your potential is ready when you are.” ~Dennis G. Shaver Potential is, sadly, too often misunderstood. It is not a gift bestowed on some of us, and not others; nor is it a secret treasure we locate, if we’re lucky, along the path of life. Potential is innate and already exists inside of each one of us, and the only key to unlock it is this: empower it. If you’ve been anywhere near life as an adult for any length of time, you’ve already figured out there is no fairy godmother…

“Some may say you can’t, yet the Can-Do is always up to you!” ~Dennis G. Shaver To stay on the path of my dreams, goals and desires in life, I use mantras often. For me, these are quick, empowering phrases that immediately pull me up from the mire and place me in a focused frame of mind where I am once again primed for success and forward movement. A few of my favorites are: Onward and upward! – which reminds me of the direction I’m headed in, my potential beyond what is in the…

“Direction exceeds speed.” ~Dennis G. Shaver Have you ever been so excited to tell someone about a great idea that you sit on the edge of the seat? You’re not alone! The front of the seats in my office is more worn than the backs. A large percentage of new inventors I’ve met are so excited they practically sit on the edge of their chair explaining their million dollar idea. As soon as they get these words out, I can almost guess the next point they’re thrilled to share with me. It…