Soar to Success December 2016

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We asked what three traits Kristie felt were
important for an individual to Soar to Success.
Kristie indicated the first and foremost is
authenticity. She truly believes that unless
you’re able to be authentic, there is no way for
your business to grow. It will initially perhaps
sprout, according to Kristie, but in order for it
to soar to success that authenticity needs to be
present on a regular basis.
Number two is a high level of confidence, to
know that regardless of naysayers, regardless
of negativity that you are confident in who you
are, and what you bring to the table of life.
Three is knowing your purpose and embodying
your purpose. Kristie said that knowing your
why allows you to solidify the authenticity and
confidence so that it is real to people, so that it
is not about an image, it’s not about a product,
it’s about passion and people buy passion
regardless of service or product.
Top 3 Traits to Soar to Success
The book has contributors from around the
world. All those folks that reached out in
response toKristie’s Facebookpost are featured
in the book. Suicide is not just a problem in
America. Authors from India, Australia, the UK
and countless other countries from around
the world have contributed inspiring chapters
for the book.
This is a great first step in the iRise Leadership
Institute’s efforts to complete their mission,
but much is yet to be accomplished. With the
help of Kate Gardner they have now created
a publishing company called Unsung Hero
Publishing. Future books will be specifically
providing stories for veterans, Dentists,
attorneys, etc. – many of the high risk
professions.
Kristie said about her life right now,
“It is such an eclectic life, yet so many people
feel they are stuck with the daily grind of life,
going to work each day and feeling unhappy.
I am working each day to serve others and
bring joy, as well as, a purpose for life.”
Due to social media and an idea to help others
by promoting the positive effects of choosing to
live rather than to end one’s life, Kristie Knight
has found a calling and is raising awareness for
an issue that affects people around the world.
If you would like to help with Kristie’s effort,
she is seeking additional funds to continue
on Facebook. Kristie can be reached at her
website: or on
email at:
iRise Leadership Institue is a 501 (c) (3) not
for profit organization and all funds are
used solely for the stated purpose of suicide
education and prevention.
We encourage you to go to our website and
ur complete interview
with Kristie Knights.
You’ll hear much more
about her passion for
serving others.
SOAR TO SUCCESS / December 2016 / Feature Article