You are a woman with power and purpose. You want to make a difference and make great money doing it. You are a changemaker with a great idea, and need a little help to grow it into big change.

You’re ready to launch and lead yet … These are the thoughts that crowd your head:

How do I start?

I have a full-time job - how can I make the time to make change?

Who would EVER support me? I’d be doing it alone.

I can’t let this idea go - I HAVE to take action. But I’m afraid!

I must be crazy to think I can actually make a difference.

Self-doubts and questioning are natural. Stepping into the unknown territory of making change can be daunting. Moving out of the shadows to be visible as a leader who stands for something can be scary.

But don’t let those thoughts stop you from doing what you are meant to do!

Here are my responses:

-- Start from where you are, get some help, and take it step-by-step.

-- No matter how broad your vision is, it’s possible to make the time to make a difference. Some of the biggest changes start in the smallest of ways.

-- You don’t have to go it alone. You can learn how to build the allies and team to support you.

-- Know that there will be some fear and discomfort in stepping into the unknown and taking risks. But the rewards are well worth it!

-- No, you’re not crazy! It is not crazy to want things to be better, to help others heal, to have that precious sense of fulfillment from doing good. Your contribution, whatever it is, will make a difference.

I encourage you to listen to the voice that is whispering (or perhaps shouting!) YOU ARE NEEDED, that your special experience or talents or personal story are exactly what is needed to make the change you feel the urge to make.

I believe that this is The Year of the Movement! As we saw during the Golden Globe event this spring and across social media and in the streets: #TimesUp. The world is ready for change. And we are the ones to make it happen.

Are you in? No more talking, let’s start doing!

If you have ever thought you wanted to step out of the shadows, make yourself visible and stand up for the change you want to see, the time is now.

You have the passion, you have the beginning of a vision. Let’s do this work together.

My passion is to bring my many decades of leadership experience to help women make change through making movements. It’s been calling to me for awhile now, and this is my year to Create a Movement. So let’s get together. Connect with me to talk about what seed of an idea you have that is ready to nurture and grow.

I can’t wait to continue this important work together ...

Be courageous - Dare 2 Lead!

Linda Patten Leadership Trainer for Women Entrepreneurs and Changemakers Dare 2 Lead With Linda Work: (925) 253-9149 linda@dare2leadwithlinda.com dare2dreamwithlinda.com