Monthly Office Hours
Walk-up coaching/ Ask me anything
Monthly Office Hours to ask me anything/ walk-up coaching is available to all active private clients and paid subscribers.
3rd Thursdays of the month (usually)
1pm Eastern Time
“Hell no,” I hear you say. “That’s way too vulnerable and exposed.”
Completely fair. I mean, if you DIDN’T have that reaction, I’d be suprised!
And I’d add your asking “Why would I bring something personal to a group setting?” shows self-awareness and thoughtfulness, not unreasonable anxiety.
So, a few thoughts
You don’t actually have to ask or say anything!
You are welcome to just listen and observe.
And why would you want listen and observe?
Vicarious learning is real! There’s a suprising amount of learning and aha’s that happen when you’re observing someone else’s question be addressed. Almost always, a question someone else is asking, or a challenge they are wrestling with, echoes a similar question/challenge you might have. And also, I’m generally pulling it up to (or down to, depends on your perspective) fundamentals that apply more generally rather than narrowly.
Greater objectivity: When it’s not your issue, but someone else’s, you can see situations more clearly. Getting that more objective perspective then helps you with whatever is your similar challenge/need.
You feel more inspired. YOU get ideas for yourself. Solutions and strategies shared for one person often spark your own ideas.
So why participate more actively then?
Well there’s the obvious answer that
if no-one raises a question or challenge then we’re all just sitting there silently. (Not a bad thing. But probably not why you’d want to come)
if you don’t ask your question it will go unanswered
Vulnerabiliy creates breakthroughs: Often the very things we're most hesitant to share are exactly where the greatest growth happens. The moment of "I can't believe I just said that out loud" is usually followed by a chorus of “I feel that too”.
The magic of articulation: Simply formulating and voicing your challenge creates clarity.
Pay-it-forward effect: Your courage to ask often validates what others are silently wrestling with. Your question might be the gift that helps others (see above).
The "rip the bandaid off" benefit: Sometimes the anticipation of sharing is far worse than the actual sharing. Taking the plunge in a supportive environment can be surprisingly freeing!
Best reason?
This kind of thing can just be fun! We can laugh together at common challenges. Celebrate together. We feel less alone in our struggles. “Oh, this isn’t just me, this is all of us.” Yup. There’s so much relief and lightness that comes from that.
Do I have to stay the whole time?
Nope. Ask your question. Drop off. Totally fine.
Do I have to disclose who I am?
Nope. You do NOT need to be on camera or use your real name. You can also call in by phone if you prefer. Phone numbers are in the calendar invite.
Can I do monthly? Or do I have to do annual?
You are welcome to do monthly. If you later chose to shift to annual, Substack will automatically proprate the annual for what you’ve already paid.