Every new day is a new Second Chance.
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Second Chance Living™
“What will you do with your second chance today?” is the question Mercedes poses to general audiences in this transformational program. Her gripping story moves participants to put their lives in perspective and carefully consider how the choices they make profoundly affect their future.
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Get It Right Today, Not Tomorrow
Do your employees and leaders too often operate in Survival Mode, putting out fires and putting off until tomorrow what should be done today? This program powerfully dispels the notion that there will always be a tomorrow in which we can finish today’s unfinished business and moves individuals to work and live with intentionality.
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Safety: Don’t Count on 2nd Chances
Can too much experience be a bad thing? Absolutely…if it leads to complacency. The highly experienced pilots of Flight 965 were lulled into a false sense of security that led to the deaths of 160 people. Mercedes’ one-of-a-kind safety presentation uses the factual account of the crash of Flight 965 as an anchor to drive home the dangers of complacency and the importance of situational awareness.
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Great! Ten stars to her and her mission. I would love to have more information on where and how I can see more of her presentations.
, Anita Castiblanco, Participant
I wanted to email you after the conference to tell you how much I gained from your presentation. I really connected to the idea that we need to be passionate about our goals, persist until we achieve them and remain positive in the process. I’ve totally changed my vision of my future and see so much more ahead of me.
, Nancy Peham, Board Member
Mercedes’ very personal presentation captivated, inspired and uplifted our audience. This impassioned young woman’s story of determination and leadership in the face of adversity has many beneficial lessons.
, R.J., Regional Project Manager
I want to thank you for coming into my life with your story. You showed me that no matter how desperate things may seem, no matter how low our spirits may get, we are in control of the outcome. I was so touched by your story and how strong you are. People have always told me that special people were put on this earth to inspire others to do better in their lives. After meeting you, I see that it is true.
, Chris Havis, Scientist
A great way to present safety from a unique perspective. It was very true to life.
, Staci Cannady, HR Manager and VPPPA Safety Conference Attendee
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Four ways to be a humble leader:
1. Be unselfish and put the team first.
2. Be willing to do any task, no matter how small.
3. Take the blame after losses and give credit to others after wins.
4. Be empathetic and treat people with respect.
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10 GREAT things to BE:
• Be thankful
• Be kinder than necessary
• Be a blessing to others
• Be coachable
• Be stronger than your excuses
• Be where your feet are
• Be honest
• Be forgiving
• Be relentless
• Be humble
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Thank you to my clients, friends and family members who have/are currently serving our nation. Your service, your commitment and your sacrifices are valued in my heart!
#VeteransDayThank you to our veterans. 🙏❤️🇺🇸
Many thanks to my friends at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits Careers for hosting me for the safety summit. It was way too much fun to be considered work, they were a phenomenal group to spend the day with. Special thanks to my friends at Premiere Speakers Bureau for making it happen.
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Ur a miracle
Olivia is a freshman at her dream school, Mississippi State University. In high school Interior Design became her passion and she knew she wanted to pursue it for her college major and career. Olivia truly loves college, her sorority, and the whole experience at MSU. She was diagnosed with MPS I, Hurler syndrome, as a toddler, and underwent a bone marrow transplant. It worked and saved her life. But now she needs YOUR help.
Her introductory Interior Design class requires her to write and draw sketches by hand. Due to MPS I, Olivia has physical disabilities that impact her hands, including curved fingers and limited movement, and has carpal tunnel syndrome in her wrists. Her professor has denied accommodations and critiqued Olivia's work. If she cannot write and draw to the same standards as her classmates, she will fail. Olivia and her family have requested meetings with MSU leaders to develop a plan, but this has been extremely disheartening for Olivia.
YOU CAN HELP. Write a sentence of encouragement on a piece of paper and take a picture! Tag the National MPS Society and use #WriteForOlivia to show her there is a community of people who will “write” in her honor and stand behind her.
Someone must know something she could use to help her draw! I hope someone can come up with something.
Be kind to yourself today and everyday. The world is hard enough as it is, so give yourself the grace and love to seek help when you need it. #worldmentalhealthday2022
Truly proud of my 1/2 Colombian 1/2 Nicaraguan heritage and inspired daily by the sacrifices and bravery it took my parents to create a life in this wonderful country.
Thank you to you all latinos making a way for themselves, helping their communities and making our country better through their contributions, their zest for life and their love of family.
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