SUCCESS STORY: Dianna Ranger, Professional Organizer
Location Matters
A few years ago, I began coaching with Dr. Christi to strengthen my career path. At the time, I was employed by a large company and very successful, but after 28 years there I was looking to deepen that experience to fulfill my purpose.
In coaching with Christi, I rediscovered my passion for organizing. I love to organize and knew I had natural strengths in this area – I’d often help friends organize their kitchens or craft areas – but that’s as far as it went. I began researching, taking courses, and educating myself on the possibility of becoming a professional organizer, thinking this would be fun to do on the side.
I was thrown a curve ball when my employer announced a series of layoffs – and that I would be one of them.
Although I was LOVING everything about the organizing field, I quieted those passions to look for a new job, which I found fairly quickly and really enjoyed. About 18 months into it, however, the urge to organize started creeping back. I chose to pursue professional organizing on the side while keeping my full-time job.
A few months later, I was thrown another curve ball when my new employer announced a series of layoffs – and that I would be one of them. I felt like the universe kept trying to tell me something – and this time I was ready to listen!
Having already set the wheels in motion, I decided to pursue my dream full time. I vividly remember the ASPIRE meeting where I announced, for the very first time, that my Bold Goal was to become a professional organizer. I was so excited and nervous saying that out loud! My ASPIRE friends supported and encouraged me the entire way.
I am pleased to say my professional organizing business, Location Matters, opened earlier this year! It feels wonderful to do something I’m good at and enjoy to make a difference in people’s lives, helping them find clarity, energy, and order. To set such a Bold Goal – one that scared the crap out of me – and then achieve it has been a life-changing experience!
By sharing my dream with the ASPIRE group and using the resources we receive every month, I realized I could be nervous and afraid AND still move forward in the direction of my dreams. Christi and my fellow ASPIRE members have truly been a blessing in my life. I am so thrilled to be successfully doing what I love!
Congratulations, Dianna! You’ve inspired all of us with your courage, perspective, and ability to persevere, and we’re thrilled to see your dreams coming true! Readers, join the success by clicking here! Come back tomorrow for another inspiring success story that started with a list and blossomed into a new way of life.
Dr. Christi Hegstad helps you successfully do what you love! As President of MAP Professional Development Inc., she coaches professionals to get unstuck and reach Bold Goals with clarity, confidence, and meaningful action.
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