The Exuberant Life

It's a WRAP! Having a quick chat with this amazing group of volunteers from all over as we end the conference today that had over 600 online participants.

Here's to prepping for the 10th anniversary of Strengths in the Philippines! Coming soon :D

**Business Owners Unite: Pursuing Happiness Together**

Inflation may be up, but is that really what is making you miserable? BNI and JCI want to share how entrepreneurs and business owners handle tough situations to raise their happiness and well being.

In an unprecedented initiative celebrating the UN International Day of Happiness, business owners from diverse industries have come together to make a bold covenant: to pursue happiness collectively.

The move emphasizes the importance of focusing on unique individual strengths to promote organizations that thrive.

"We believe that true success in business is measured not only by financial achievements but also by the happiness and well-being of all those involved," says Apa Alviar, chief exuberance officer of the BNI Manila South Region. "Business owners won’t need to be alone anymore. You can be surrounded by Leaders Serving Leaders, so together we create a ripple effect of positivity that extends beyond our businesses and into the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. This is how we contribute to BNI's global vision of changing the way the world does business."

The covenant was signed by the 36 core members of the newly-launched BNI Headway chapter, along with the presidents of sixteen chapters of JCI Metro South region. They discussed key principles and actions that the participating businesses will uphold, including committing to support each other's organizations and promote the mental and emotional well-being of business owners and employees, as well as supporting local community initiatives and charitable causes aimed at promoting happiness and well-being for all.

Michael Pizarro, regional vice president of JCI Metro South region shares, "This agreement represents a beacon of hope and positivity in challenging times. "It's inspiring to see businesses coming together to prioritize happiness and well-being, not just profits."

Gallup reported in 'Wellbeing at Work' that only 22% of workers globally are engaged. Further, Gallup discovered that engaged workers who are not thriving in their lives are much more vulnerable and add risk to their organizations.

For example, comparing employees who are engaged but not thriving in life with those who are engaged and thriving, those in the former group report the following risks:

- 61% higher likelihood of burnout
- 48% higher likelihood of daily stress
- 66% higher likelihood of daily worry
- double the rate of daily sadness and anger

The participating members of JCI Metro South Region and referral partners of BNI Manila South Region invite other business leaders in the area to join them in their pursuit of happiness and to spread the message of positivity and collaboration.

For more information or to get involved, please contact BNI Manila South chief ignition officer Gabriel Angelo Macadangdang at 09178946134.

Reference:
https://www.gallup.com/workplace/313067/employees-aren-thriving-business-struggling.aspx

**About BNI:**

We are the world’s leading business referral organization supporting 300,000 Member businesses in over 79 countries worldwide. In 2023, BNI Members generated $20.01 billion USD in revenue via more than 14 million referrals. BNI Members are actively supported by regional, national, and global BNI staff that provide the training, structure, and technology needed to help them grow their businesses and exceed their goals. BNI: Changing the Way the World Does Business®.

In the Philippines, over 1500 referral partners from 40 chapters generated php6 billion worth of closed business for each other in 2023.

About JCI

Mission: To provide leadership development opportunities that empower young people to create positive change.

Vision: To be the foremost global network of young leaders.

Your mom is not just one in a million. She is 1 in 33 million.

This mother's day, give her a gift that's as special as her. Help her discover the top5 talents that make her unique. And sign her up for a coaching conversation so she can immediately unleash her lifelong super mommy strengths.

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It's not everyday that someone you know flies to Disneyworld and gets you a token.

Thank you, ! This means a lot to me

You are unique. Don't let anyone make you think otherwise. Even the best Class A imitation will not come close to the original.

Congratulations, Jeremie. You've accomplished so much at such a young age.

Now, armed with your Strengths, imagine what else you can do!

You bring energy to social situations. You can connect with others and act as calatysts in helping people connect with one anothers.

Winning Others Over (woo) is a talent that makes you enjoy meeting new people. Meeting strangers energizes you.

Soar in life when you transform raw talents like this into real strengths!

You can come up with alternative scenarios. You sort through the clutter and find the best route.

This distinct way of thinking cannot be taught. Your innate drive for creative anticipation, imagination, and persistence helps the groups you work with.

Soar in life when you transform raw talents like this into real strengths!

Our featured strengths achiever today is Rose :)

She's investing in herself through strengths assessment and coaching. And the past few months has been eye-opening insights, one after another!

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your strengths journey, Rose!

The genius of people with strong Significance begins and ends with the difference that they are determined to make.

They want the world to be a better place because they are in it. As such, they continually reach to stand out and be heard.

Soar in life when you transform raw talents like this into real strengths!

In the deepest part of you, you believe in your strengths. This is more than self-confidence: you have confidence not only in your abilities but in your judgement as well.

As you trust yourself, help others find the positives in your certainty as well.

Soar in life when you transform raw talents like this into real strengths!

You love to solve problems. You even seek out specific kinds of problems (that others can't save) because you are confident you can fix them.

You might be attracted to difficult problems, but also look for easy-to-solve problems that offer big results.

Soar in life when you transform raw talents like this into real strengths!

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You take psychological ownership for anything you commit to. Your good name depends on it.

You have a deep sense of dedication and are often described as dependable and even self-sacrificing.

Do you feel you sometimes take on more than you can deliver?

Soar in life when you transform raw talents like this into real strengths!

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You are motivated to form strong and genuine relationships. You derive a great deal of pleasure from being around your closest friends.

Just be careful: left unchecked, the Relator talent can lead to cliquish cronyism.

Soar in life when you transform raw talents like this into real strengths!

Do you believe that you were made in God's likeness?

Here are five bible verses for our reflection.

1. . God will make a way. "I am the LORD, who opened a way through the waters, making a dry path through the sea." – Isaiah 43:16.

2. . "Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you." Philippians 4:9

3. . "And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up." Galatians 6:9

4. . "The one who is unwilling to work shall not eat” - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

5. . "That the man of God may be competent, equipped for every good work." 2 Timothy 3:17

What other talents do you possess? What scriptures do you use for reflection?

You are generous with praise, quick to smile, and always on the lookout for the silver lining in any situation.

You have an infectious energy and enthusiasm. Everyone feels better about life when you are around.

Soar in life when you transform raw talents like this into real strengths!

This woke me up today!

Thank you, Katherine Alviar for this

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In a recent class: Please describe how your talents become strengths.

Vic shared that a bamboo best depicts his talents. It is flexible ( ), and can be used in many ways ( ). It lives in clusters ( ). It is also sustainable ( ).

Would you like to know what your talents are, and how these can help you live a life of near-perfect performance CONSISTENTLY?

Speak with a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach today.

Your mantra is "From good to great". You focus on quality, and excellence (not average) is your measure.

Others see you as discriminating, and you often drive towards new standards of success.

Soar in life when you transform raw talents like this into real strengths!

I appreciate the kind words of clients.

It is an honor to be your partner on your journey of strengths!

How many tabs are open in your browser right now? People with the Learner talent usually have a lot of them!

That's because they love to learn. Engaging in adult learning experiences is always exciting.

How do you track the progress of your learning?

Soar in life when you transform raw talents like this into real strengths!

I'm filtering her face for now.

But the world can expect to read directly from her - at the right time - about our 1 hour conversation today that dramatically changed her outlook in life.

Abangan! Her superpowers from within have just been awakened.

Would you like to discover how truly amazing you are? Speak with a Gallup certified strengths coach today.