Laurie Delk - author, speaker, coach, trainer

Laurie's life journey is a testament to unwavering faith, entrepreneurial spirit, and the transformative power of resilience. Rooted in a lifelong foundation of Christian values, instilled from her upbringing and a pivotal move from Texas to Middle Tennessee in 1986, Laurie embarked on a path marked by both professional achievement and personal devotion.

In 1993, driven by a profound desire to nurture her growing family, Laurie made a courageous decision to transition from a decade-long, successful career as an accountant at a Fortune 500 company. This pivotal moment, coinciding with her husband's aspiration to pursue his calling in law enforcement, became a catalyst for a life dedicated to purpose and service. Through prayerful consideration, they embraced both paths, demonstrating a commitment to faith-led action.

God has uniquely privileged Laurie to serve Him in numerous capacities over the past few decades. Her entrepreneurial journey began with the inception of her web & graphics, branding, marketing, and design company. Recognizing her talents as gifts to be shared, she pledged to utilize her skills for divine purpose. This commitment manifested in the creation of over a thousand websites, marketing materials, training platforms, and courses for pastors, churches, evangelists, missionaries, colleges, and a diverse range of business clients. Her expertise extended to comprehensive rebranding initiatives, empowering organizations to articulate their vision with clarity and impact.

Beyond her business acumen, Laurie is a prolific author, having penned the best-selling books "Keep Those Clients" and "We All Have Choices," and co-founded the transformative "Gratitude Girls - 100 Day Gratitude Journal Challenge." She has also contributed her insights to three additional publications. As a sought-after motivational speaker and corporate sales trainer, Laurie inspires audiences with her authentic voice and empowering message, often called upon for special speaking engagements around the world. Her dedication to education is further evidenced by her five years of teaching at her children's Christian school and her subsequent decision to homeschool them, allowing her to balance her growing speaking career with her commitment to family.

Her mission to empower women to embrace their God-given potential has taken her across the globe, where she shares her wisdom and encouragement with diverse audiences. Laurie's life, however, has not been without profound challenges. In 2013, she experienced the devastating loss of her children's father in a tragic accident, navigating the complexities of grief while raising her four children, then aged 25, 18, 16, and 12.

Believing in God's guidance for her life, Laurie remarried in April 2020 to Kevin Radecki, following their meeting in December 2019. Laurie prayed for exactly what she wanted in a husband and God showed Himself strong in giving her more than she asked in a God-fearing and God-loving husband.

Laurie's unique experiences over the past few decades provide special insight and encouragement for those who take her courses. Her story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit, the transformative power of faith, and the profound impact of living a life dedicated to purpose and service. Her journey inspires others to embrace their own unique paths, to overcome adversity with grace, and to live with unwavering gratitude and purpose.

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Pics from this weeks #renovations
We decided this week to extend our front living room #picturewindows out to a like 1/2 decagon, it was going to just be moved out 2’ to be in alignment w the bricks, n make our living room bigger, but when I saw how my builder had set out the wood w the blue tarp to hold it, gave me the #vision and #designideas to extend it out more! Thankful for a #builder that works w me too as I envision bigger n better for us 💖

It’s Never Too Late! Start the New Year with a BANG in Customer Retention!

Have you shared some Holiday wishes with your customers/prospects yet? The reality is that Christmas cards will probably arrive after the big day at this point, but all is not lost! Look, there are less than two weeks until the new year, butnot to worry, I have a remedy! Here’s the remedy:
- Send a combined Christmas / New Years’ message.
- Send a message just for the new year.
- Personally hand out cards with holiday messages.
Indeed, It’s never too late for a holiday card! Not sure what to say in a greeting card? Here are holiday wishes that will inspire your customers and prospects:
- May you reflect on unique moments with the people who make them so special. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.
- I hope you enjoy Christmas with the ones you love and step into the New Year with lots of love, happiness, and excellent health.
- Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!
- May this time of the year be truly blissful and wonderful to you and your family. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
- May the New Year shower you with peace, good health, and happiness all year long.
- Merry Christmas, wishing the magic of the season be with you during the holidays and throughout the New Year.
- May friends, the comfort of home, and family unity renew your spirits this festive season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours.
- As the end of the year draws near, may you embrace the chance to spend some quality time with friends and family! Merry Christmas and Happy 2022 New Year wishes to you.
Feel free to use these holiday messages as is or make them your own! Lastly, I understand that finding the time to send holiday cards can be difficult, but what’s even more difficult is losing customers to those competitors who did send holiday cards; and that’s a big “BAH HUMBUG”! Nobody wants that besides, did you know that holiday cards are a great way to end the year with atax write-off? Now that’s some great Holiday Cheer! As always, I’m here to help spread holiday cheer. So let’s connect and get your holiday cards sent out today because it truly is never too late to send a heartfelt holiday message. Please give me a jingle, P.S., If you missed last weeks email, here are some thoughtful ideas for holiday gifts that you can send to family, friends, and clients:
- High-end corporate gifts
- Personal development for a prosperous New Year
- For New Years health goals

Time is of the Essence! 5 Marketing Advantages of Sending Holiday Cards for your Business

Straight-up, holiday cards capture the hearts and minds of your clients! Look, if you are not taking full advantage of this holiday card marketing season, then you’re missing out on potential increased business in the new year! What are the marketing advantages, you ask? Five advantages of sending holiday cards and gifts:

Customer retention: Holiday cards tell clients you value and appreciate their business during the past year, ultimately increasing your customer retention into the new year.
Organic referrals: Holiday cards create trust, engagement, and word of mouth advertising to friends and family, generating more leads and sales for you.
Brand loyalty: Personalized holiday cards exemplify a positive relationship image in the minds of your customers, encouraging them to stay loyal and avoid your competition.
Reconnection: Generating goodwill during the holidays reminds past customers of their relationship with you and your services, potentially reactivating their business.
Soft sell: Reaching out to customers early during the holidays reminds them of your products and services, enticing them to consider your brand for holiday purchases.

Indeed, if you want to increase your sales in the new year, you must genuinely capture the hearts and minds of your clients. Holiday cards are the most cost-effective marketing; they make your customers feel uniquely special, won’t break the bank, and give you the marketing advantage. Time is of the essence, and it’s not too late to capture the hearts and minds of your current, prospective, and past clients; and here’s a helpful checklist to get started.

Happy holiday card sending,

PS, I’m here to help, so let’s connect to get your holiday cards out this week; as a matter of fact, your first-holiday card is on me! BONUS: Gift sending ideas:

Health and Wellness
Sweet treats
Holiday goodies
High-end gifts
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The Best Stuffing Recipe Ever!

Before I give you the recipe, I wanted to send a quick message to let you know that people like you make what I do great, for which I am genuinely thankful!

Best stuffing recipe ever.

Stuff your turkey with: