Brie Backus Health Coach

One way to be a more effective leader: Pair empowerment with accountability. (For yourself and the people you lead.)
This can apply in organizations, at home, or to teams of any kind.

What does it mean to empower someone, why is it important, and how do we do it? In a nutshell, empowerment fosters a mindset of meaningful, purposeful, intentional contribution. When the people you lead feel empowered, they have room to be problem solvers, get creative, and find solutions that work for them, your team, and your clients.

But it’s important to match empowerment with accountability. Now that you’ve nurtured an environment that allows them to create, design, and innovate, how will you help your employees, kids, or teams bring their ideas and commitments to life, and take them across the finish line? The empowered energy is fantastic, but without the accountability to go along with it, empowerment alone doesn’t always produce measurable results.

How can you boost empowerment and accountability for yourself? Connect with others regularly, lift each other up, and hold each other to your commitments.

I’m launching a small group coaching program for female professionals in leadership roles, and this is one of many topics we’ll dive into. We have a group of wickedly smart, compassionate, creative women who continue to strive for excellence in all aspects of their lives, and we have room for 2 more to fill the roster.

Not only will these women receive coaching from me, but they’ll also learn from each other, create together, and hold each other accountable along the way. We’ll match empowerment with accountability in every session. Imagine the clarity and confidence a group like this will bring!

The program will be 6 months long, and we’ll start as soon as our roster is complete.

I’m looking for someone who’s ready to take their leadership skills to the next level, and who sees the value in connecting with other powerful women along the way. If that might be you (or someone you know), send me a message with any questions, or set up a quick call to learn more. I’d love to chat and see if this would be a good fit.

Lessons from an encounter w/
On Wed morning we happened to walk by the Peloton studio in NY. We tried to peek in to check it out. The doors were locked, and a security guard told us it was closed.
As we turned to leave, I saw Ally Love, walking through the lobby. With my eyes bulging out of my head, I said “Omg it’s Ally Love!” Mass said “oh boy, just play it cool.” He could tell I was NOT playing it cool.😂
The gentleman opened the studio door, and as she came out, I said “Hi Ally!” 👋🏼 waiving at her with a cheesy grin. She smiled and said “Hi!”. I stood there, frozen. She paused, then asked, “Would you like a photo?” Could she read my mind?! (Or has this happened enough that she could tell I was afraid to ask?) Either way, I was blown away by her kind offering.
After saying “yes!” and clumsily attempting a selfie, Mass offered to take the photo, then Ally asked her driver to. She’s the BEST! Mass told her we loved Dance 100, and I chimed in too. But the cat got my tongue when it came to the things I really wanted to say. I wanted to tell her I love her classes, that she’s a wonderful instructor, and that I appreciate her supportive, motivational style. She asked where we’re from and said it was great to meet us, then off she went. I stood there, so excited by what just happened, and also kicking myself about the things I had wanted to say to her and didn’t.
As with everything in life, this was a learning moment. I will always regret the things unsaid, especially if they’re kind. Why did I clam up? I was nervous and caught off guard, but I also felt vulnerable, voicing what her classes mean to me.
It’s ironic. As a coach, I’m trained in the skill of acknowledgment, because being seen for who you are is a powerful gift. She’s a person, just like us, and although I’m sure she hears it all the time, I wanted her to know that I see those things about her. Regret can be an incredible tool. So the next time I meet someone I admire, you can be sure I’ll let them know. More importantly, I’ll remember that the power of acknowledgment goes both ways. It’s not only a gift to the person receiving it, but to the person giving it as well. Thank you Ally!

Let’s drop the word “should”.

Try replacing it with CAN or WILL, and see how that feels different.

Join me for a 5-Day Reset this month, and go from “should” to CAN.🙌🏼

Visit BrieBackus.com/5dayreset or tap the link in bio for more info.💫

When you’re feeling off, just know you’re not alone. This tool can help you clarify the things that matter to you most.

Becoming a parent can trigger a major shift in identity. As your schedule and priorities change, often your core values realign as well. Brie Backus, a Leadership & Fulfillment Coach, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, and PEPS supporter and sponsor, works with her clients to take stock of their values and find ways to lean into those values in daily life as a parent. Read her tips for identifying your values on our blog: https://blog.peps.org/2022/11/15/feeling-a-loss-of-identity-after-bringing-home-baby-heres-one-way-to-find-it/

📸: Nicole Goddard Photography
(Image Description: Brie Backus putting on running shoes while she sits on brick stairs surrounded by plants.)

Did anyone overindulge last weekend? (Or the past few weeks, or most of 2020...)😬

Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a food rut?
(This is me, raising my hand.)🙋🏻‍♀️

Do you like the idea of eating healthier, but aren’t exactly sure where to start?🤷🏼‍♀️

Do extreme diets sound unappealing or freak you out? (🙋🏻‍♀️ also me.)

My 5-Day whole food reset is ideal for beginners who are interested in eating healthy foods that support your body, without starvation or going to extremes. I’ll teach you the foundation of how to create nutritious meals, and how to support your body’s natural detoxification system. You’ll also walk away with loads of great recipes you can add to your rotation.🙌🏼

Join us! The Reset starts February 22nd, and early bird pricing is available until the 17th. Tap the link in my profile for more info or to register. We have a really fun group so far! Who’s excited? (Me!🙋🏻‍♀️)

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