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    Whatever goals you are trying to accomplish, whatever person you are trying to become, whatever you are trying to create...you have to know your why and believe in the process and yourself. A great quote to define this episode is 'Awareness is the beginning of all change' so we have to look inward to determine where we want to go. It's time to cast aside the negative thoughts and visualize the process toward success.

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    Dr. Jim Van Allan is a speaker & trainer for schools and companies across the nation. He has over a decade worth of experience helping individuals and organizations with communication, leadership, and personal development skills. He is also a Professor of Communication Studies and teaches classes on communication, public speaking, and interpersonal communication.

    He's also a family man and lives with his wife and two boys in South Florida. 

    New podcast episode every Monday where we turn the personal into the powerful!

    www.JimVanAllan.com

    @JimVanAllan on all social media

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