Naomi Yamamoto is a community activist, multi-talented volunteer and Marketing Consultant at Results Radio. She is known for her energetic style and over-the-top giving to all things community in Northern California. This is a woman who knows how to get things done, yet she never forgets about what is really important in life.
Key Ideas From this Interview:
- The Power of Friendship
- The importance of supporting each other as women
- Getting through difficult times with grace
- Imperfect is perfect
Website Referenced in Podcast: http://www.derailingmydiagnosis.com
Best Book Resources:
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values
The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are
Part 2: How to Develop and Deepen Your Friendships
- Make friendship a priority — schedule time for this
- Nurture your friendships
- Look for places to connect with like-minded people
- Be friendly
Resources for Developing Friendships:
How to Win Friends & Influence People
This book is just a classic. Although some of the wording is a bit “old fashioned” the principles are timeless and you’ll be able to use and apply idea after idea. As an added bonus, the first person to subscribe, rate and review this podcast in iTunes will get this book as a gift from me. Just email me and let me know you wrote the review and I’ll get the book out to you.
Encouraging Word of the Week: Proverbs 17:17 – “A friend loves at all times.”
Question: What do you think makes a great friend? How do you nurture your friendships? Do you have any examples of a friend who showed you out of the ordinary love? Please leave your comments below.
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