Surviving a layoff...

Hi Friends,

I recently survived being laid off after 17+ years of employment so I'm restructuring my priorities, gaining knowledge, raising my head high and standing tall.

It's coming down to the end of my unemployment compensation with no real leads in employment.  I know I'm an entrepreneur at heart so I think this may be my end game if a job doesn't come into the picture that my knowledge and skills compliment. I'm smart, intelligent, a fast learner and a leader.

Believing in oneself and staying positive has always been my top personal characteristics.  I know I will get through this and I know it was meant to be.

I know from the bottom of my heart it was the best decision for me and my family. I've taken this time to increase my knowledge of Digital Marketing, Branding, Computer Skills and Affiliate Marketing.  I've also learned all about Launches, Lead Magnets, Tripwires and Core Offers.

I know what I did wrong in my place of employment as well as what they did wrong.  I also know what I did wrong when I self-published years ago. (Wish I knew then what I know now, bummer)
I know that this world has so much to offer and I have to start today.  I also know that I will never know everything. That I will never be perfect and that there is no time like the present to live dreams that were meant to be lived.

I've experienced the good, the bad and the ugly and still walk tall. My self confidence and self esteem has not been broken by this method of survival.  No one will defeat me nor will I give them the power to take my positive attitude away from me.  It's always been and always be a part of me.

I believe in myself even if noone else will.  I am my own biggest cheerleader. I will not relinquish the power of my happiness to anyone. I hold it all within myself.  I'm a master at gluing any parts that have been broken and making them strong enough to withstand any storm.  Faith is my biggest Adhesive and I'm proud to be on a new path.  In fact I'm excited for my new adventures and long for the variety that my new life will endure.

Who's with me?  Who wishes to step out and live a life they always dreamed?  You are not alone. You will never be alone.  I know there are others out there wanting and dreaming of more, getting stuck with the roadblocks along the way, well not this girl.  This girl is going to make a difference.  I'm going to help others like me.  Let them know they are not alone and they too can survive a layoff.

With hugs and kisses,
Your friend,
Kimber Shook

80's Pop Star - Tiffany ("I Think We're Alone Now" singer) follows Me on Twitter!!!

So this morning started out like any other morning.  I woke up wondering "Do I really need to get up just yet or could I possibly squeeze in a few extra "z's" this morning?"  

Well as my mind pondered the inevitable question, my hand instinctively reached for my phone that was resting on my nightstand. As I browsed through all my notifications from my various apps on my home screen, I decided to open up my Twitter app as usual.

And what do my wondering eyes behold?????

Imagine that? 

Tiffany - one of my favorite 80's pop stars -
Follows me- @kimbershook. 

 Me!

So a couple things ran through my mind:

1) What was it that inspired her enough to choose me?

2) Am I truly worthy to have an 80's icon follow me?

3) What will I tweet about now to keep her inspired?

Of course as my head still tries to wrap itself around such an amazing discovery that I can only conclude....

It must be a redhead thing :) 

So the only thing I could possible do next? (Besides snapping a pic and bragging to my BFF, my family and you!)

 Duh!  Follow her back of course!  It's official!

@tiffanytunes and @kimbershook are now Twitter pals

Unbelievable! 

 I cannot wait to see what the Universe has in store for me now!