Self Learning
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FEE-BASED RESOURCES
PUT ON YOUR R.H.I.N.E.S.T.O.N.E. COMBAT BOOTS! 10 SECRETS TO JUMP-START YOUR CAREER SUCCESS
Retail Value: $19.95
Have you ever found yourself feeling stuck, stagnated, or dissatisfied in your job or career? Are you tired of the frustration? Then replace your anxiety with empowerment and inspiration from this professional development resource! Put on Your R.H.I.N.E.S.T.O.N.E. Combat Boots! 10 Secrets to Jump-Start Your Career Success was designed “to impart fresh or renewed energy” into your work life. This self-help guide offers you Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee‘s unique philosophy for removing the roadblocks limiting your job performance, workplace satisfaction, and career success. If you are ready to solve the problem of feeling stuck, boost your morale, increase your visibility, raise your market value, experience new career opportunities, and more, you should get this book! Once you do, practice the principles found inside to improve your life now and for the future.
IF WE CAN DO IT, YOU CAN, TOO! INSPIRATION FROM AWARD-WINNING SPEAKERS AND LEADERS
Retail Value: $12.95
IF WE CAN DO IT, YOU CAN, TOO! is proudly presented by the Wrightwood-Ashburn Overcomers (WAO) family, Chicago’s public speaking powerhouse. Part 1. UPLIFTING LYRICISM uses techniques from poetry, imagery, and powerful vocabulary to create lyricism that enlivens the spirit. Part 2. NEVER SURRENDER from leaders who experienced significant challenges who motivate you to stare down the forces that try to tear you apart. Part 3. WORDS OF MAESTROS give you rich insights about living, loving, and giving that would have otherwise taken you a lifetime to master. Part 4. FAITH NOT FEAR shall encourage you to choose faith to become incredible leaders, speakers, and changemakers! It is in Part 4 where you will find the essay “From Doubt to D.I.V.A.” contributed by Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee which shares part of her journey as an entrepreneur. To catch another glimpse into her journey as an entrepreneur, watch “I’m Too Serious to Be Funny.”
(BEST SELLER) THE COMMUNITY BOOK PROJECT: CELEBRATING 365 DAYS OF GRATITUDE (2023 Edition)
Retail Value: $10.95
People from all walks of life contributed to this thought-of-the-day collection of essays. This book brims with appreciation without crossing the line to sappy or too “woo-woo.” Instead, you will find evidence that harnessing the power of gratitude can be a life-changing force. Inside are stories about the things, people, circumstances, and events the contributors find bring gratitude to everyday life. Explore this best-selling edition to learn what Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee shared. She contributed three essays to express gratitude for the people and profession that helped to shape who she is today. Read her entries on January 22, April 27, and June 8.
THE COMMUNITY BOOK PROJECT: CELEBRATING 365 DAYS OF GRATITUDE (2021 Edition)
Retail Value: $10.95
In this co-authored book, Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee joins together with people from all levels of society in this thought-of-the-day collection of essays. This book brims with appreciation without crossing the line of being too sappy or too “woo-woo.” Instead, you will find evidence that harnessing the power of gratitude can be a life-changing force. Inside are 365 stories about the things, people, circumstances, and events that bring gratitude to everyday life for each contributor. These “gratitude-in-real-life” stories are about more than the polite “thank you” we casually exchange every day. They are testimonials to the people and things we often take for granted. This book represents a growing movement of people from around the world who have committed to asking themselves the simple, yet profound question, “What am I grateful for?” Read the June 15 essay to discover what brings Cassandra gratitude.
PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT PACK
Retail Value: $75
The Personal Empowerment Pack (PEP) is a collection of the co-authored resources published by the Professional Woman Network which features a chapter written by Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee. For details on each book, see below.
EMOTIONAL WELLNESS FOR WOMEN, VOLUME II
Retail Value: $19.95
Emotional Wellness for Women, Volume II is the second book in a 3-volume series on emotional wellness and harmony for women that includes powerful tips regarding living a peaceful life. The highlight of this volume is the uplifting advice on “Recovering From Loss” that appears courtesy of Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee. In this empowerment resource, she provides insight on the meaning of loss; helps you to better understand your feelings associated with loss; and provides you with powerful and practical ways to recover from loss.
SURVIVAL SKILLS FOR THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN WOMAN
Retail Value: $19.95
“Embracing Your Afrocentricity” is the focus of the co-author advice Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee shares with African-American women who want to experience a new way of living that connects them to their heritage and their aspirations in Survival Skills for the African-American Woman. She enlightens women on the meaning of Afrocentricity; identifies the barriers to embracing Afrocentricity; and provides strategies to comfortably and confidently embrace Afrocentricity. Published by the Professional Woman Network, this is a must-read anthology for women who want powerful tips for understanding the African-American male; eliminating toxic relationships, parenting skills for the single woman, overcoming envy, walking a spiritual journey, and more.
THE YOUNG WOMAN’S GUIDE FOR PERSONAL SUCCESS
Retail Value: $19.95
As co-author of The Young Woman’s Guide for Personal Success, Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee teaches young women strategies for effective stress management in the chapter “Ouch, It Hurts! How to Overcome Stress.” Not only will this impressive guide assist young women with handling stress, it will also teach them how to build their self-esteem, plan for college, prepare for a career, handle relationships, deal with emotions, plus more. This is a must-have empowerment book for teens and adults who raise, mentor, teach, or guide young women.
D.I.V.A.BITS™: 24 ENLIGHTENING TIPS TO CONQUER COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Retail Value: $9.99
For novice and expert speakers, this audio program by Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee gives fun, practical tips that help you to overcome the obstacles that stand in your way of confidently expressing your thoughts when you give a speech or presentation in public. D.I.V.A.BITS™: 24 Enlightening Tips to Conquer Communication Skills will help you to “Bridge the Gap” so that you don’t take your audience over the mountains and “Through the Woods.” In addition, it will remind you to “Stand Firm” as you “Show and Tell” with a “Smell of Success” during your delivery. When you consistently practice and use the tips found in this audio program, you will boost your self-confidence, reduce your anxiety, strengthen your marketability, increase your opportunities, and improve your communication skills.
ONLINE COURSES:
Beyond the Fear Speaker Academy
Home-Study Course
Do you struggle with speaking in front of others? Are you worried about how people perceive your public speaking skills? Get help from Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee! In this public speaking home-study course, you will learn practical techniques to overcome your fear of public speaking and gain the confidence you long for!
BECOME MORE THAN JUST: SUCCESS ADVICE FOR ADMINS – 4 WAYS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS CAN CHANGE A “JUST” MENTALITY INTO A “CAN DO” MINDSET
Home-Study Course
As an Administrative Assistant, you invest a lot of time and energy into focusing on and supporting the work lives of others. There are times when those who you support appreciate you and all that you do. In those moments, you believe in your abilities and think you “can do” anything you set out to do. Yet, what happens when you support those who don’t appear to appreciate your efforts? Do you find yourself annoyed and ready to search for another job? Do you doubt your abilities and embody the “just” mentality? Do you maintain your belief in yourself and overcome these instances with a “can do” mindset? Or does it depend on the day? This course is a chance for you to focus on yourself! In this course, Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee will teach you four (4) actions that will change your “just” mentality into a “can do” mindset.
FREE-BASED RESOURCES
52 CAREER SUCCESS TIPS EMAIL SERIES
Get FREE weekly advice designed to help you be more confident, secure, and successful on your job or within your career. You will never know success if you are constantly feeling uncertain, frustrated, or stuck! But you can overcome with “52 Career Success Tips” each week! Get curated career advice from Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee in your inbox each week? Click here to sign up.
D.I.V.A. of Dialog™ BLOG
This is the home for articles, posts, and inspirational tips provided by Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee. Misplaced your Dialog Digest™ newsletter? Find the featured article here. Click here to access the blog.
VIDEO: Benefits of Being Organized
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ENTERTAINMENT RESOURCE
PRETTY CRAZY, THE MOVIE
Cassandra “D.I.V.A. of Dialog™” Lee is an Associate Producer for the movie Pretty Crazy! This movie project is an extension of her ability to use the spoken and written word to educate, empower – and entertain her audiences with “a learning good!” If you enjoy romantic comedies or “rom coms,” make time to scan the QR code so you can watch it on the streaming platform of your choice.
