I S.E.E. Me: A Collection of Inspirational Thoughts, Stories, Quotes and Poems to Help Strengthen, Empower and Encourage You While Working Towards Personal and Professional Success.

By Carla G. Jones

Do you have goals and dreams but sometimes find it difficult to take action? Or do you find yourself becoming discouraged or losing motivation while working towards your goals? Or does life happen to get you off track and you never find your way back? Well, youre not alone. This book was written with you in mind! It contains thoughts, stories, quotes, and poems that will empower you to continue working towards achieving your personal and professional goals despite setbacks.

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Jul 23, 2016
• ISBN: 9781524614072

Carla G. Jones

Carla Jones is very passionate about personal growth and development. Having experienced her own personal and professional life challenges—including the loss of her parents at a young age, divorce, and career change—she understands first-hand the importance of having inspirational words of encouragement and support along the way while achieving your goals. Carla most recently managed a career-coaching program for a nonprofit organization in the DC metro area and teaches career planning as an adjunct professor for a local university. Originally from Newark, New Jersey, and residing in Maryland, Carla holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from New Jersey Institute of Technology and an MBA from Rutgers University. In addition, she enjoys staying physically active and serving others.

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Published by AuthorHouse 07/28/2016

ISBN: 978-1-5246-1408-9 (sc)

ISBN: 978-1-5246-1407-2 (e)

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Contents

Acknowledgements

Contributors’ Bio

Introduction

PART ONE GETTING CLEAR

Hold Fast to Your Dreams

Consistency is Key

Take Initiative

Push Through the Comfort Zone

Possibilities

Be Resilient

Get Past the Later That Never Comes

Procrastination

Avoid The SWC’s

Good Things Come to Those Who Wait

Let Go

Fuel for the Soul

PART TWO MAINTAINING CLARITY

Who are your Cheerleaders?

Will You Encourage Me

Attitude of Gratitude

Be Thankful

Taking Time Out

Staying Connected

Spring Cleaning

Practicing Compassion

Closing Thoughts

Who Am I

Acknowledgements

Thank you James Clark, Sanjeannetta Worley and Marlean Clark for your thought provoking words. Contributing your literary work to this publication has truly enhanced its content.

To my friends and family, thank you for your unwavering support over the years and for always believing in me. You’ve always provided me with the encouragement and support to pursue my dreams. There are too many to name individually. You know who you are!

To my mother Elaine Jones, though our physical time together was short, your spirit forever lives within me. I love you and think of you often. Thank you for laying the foundation for the woman I was meant to be.

Lastly, to my father, the late John W. Jones, you instilled within me with the determination, will power and commitment to succeed. You were my role model and will forever be in my heart. I miss you and love you dearly.

Contributors’ Bio

James E. Clark has truly enjoyed writing and reading since 12th Grade at Neptune High School in New Jersey. He is inspired by the creativity and unique talents of the people around him. He views himself as a reflection of those people who have used their unique talents in positive ways and strives to be like those who are fueled by positive energy in the hopes that he may fuel the positive energy of others. Hence, James uses the gift of writing to channel his positive energy outward. He hopes to expand his horizons in the future whereby his full time occupation will become writing or studying abstract thoughts of philosophy. He believes that we are all created equal, but what makes us equal are the very things that make us different… our own unique talents.

Sanjeannetta Worley is a caring and compassionate woman when it comes to life and experience, but still a girl at heart. She likes to laugh and make others laugh. She loves the beauty of a giggle and