Soar to Success December 2017

SOAR TO SUCCESS / December 2017 / Feature Article It is all about the client’s needs for Megan, “Ultimately I want my firm to be recognized as one that delivers excellence to their clients. Whether that means I’m personallydeliveringtheservice, or somebody else is, that’s okay as long as my client’s getting the best solution possible.” She finds motivation from her clients when they are successful. A client that calls with a success story is what keeps her going, and she strives to help as many people as possible. She said, “That’s the fun part, when you can start to see some clarity after being stuck in the muck. You see the things that are wrong and create systems, the boring stuff, but when those come to fruition and the client looks back at their plan and says, “Wow I did steps 1-7 and I actually had success.” That’s really exciting and it motivates me to keep doing what I do.” Megan maintains a busy schedule outside her own office and time management is apriority. She servesonseveral boards in the Cleveland area. Megan is living proof that even the best coaches need some coaching from time to time. “Time management is huge. I’ve had the opportunity to work with a wonderful time management coach, Lisa Crilley Mallis, with Impactive Strategies, who has really helped me get those building blocks in place and smooth out my foundation, so that I’m operating from a daily position of strength. It is so easy to get overwhelmed, with being a business owner, a volunteer, and a parent. There is so much that can derail you every day. I’ve been fortunate that I work with a great coach and believe every coach needs a coach.” Megan’s onepieceof advice for business people, Be a sponge ! Take every opportunity to network, learn fromothers and even meet your competitors. Most people are willing to open up about their business, talk about their successes, as well as their failures, and offer advice. People love to be seen as mentors to someone who is just starting out. So, be a sponge and soak it all up. Megan is very secure in her personal and business life right now and loves the flexibility working in her own business provides. She has control over what clients she accepts and still has the opportunity to help her community by serving on a various nonprofit boards. She can even take time to be involved with her children’s school activities.