Big Dreams Coming True and Stratejoy Road Trip!!

posted 30th July 2010    Written by: Molly Mahar    CATEGORY: Events, Inspiration, Job/Career/Work, Molly, Stratejoy the Biz, Travel/Adventure

In my own Joy Map (the cumulative page in the Joy Equation Course), circa 2008,  I wrote,  “Big Picture 10 Year Goals:  2 trips a year, get hitched and have babies, own a green home in Seattle with a garden, piano, and studio, have a vacation cabin in the middle of nowhere, be a Seattle 40 under 40 winner, fluent in Spanish, and roadtrip through the US writing a book about extraordinary women and get it published”.

Pretty large living for a girl who was broke, had a tiny business idea that she was scared to share, and didn’t know a damn thing about actually “making it happen”. I’m a dreamer….  What can I say?

Reality check midway through 2010.

THIS IS MY BIG NEWS!

More details will be coming soon, but I couldn’t keep it under wraps any longer.  The Big Man and I are hitting the road in September in our Honda CRV with a Autohome topper to spread our various messages/passions/livelihoods.   His latest venture’s not completely ready to roll, but here’s the sneak peek!

I’ll be continuing to spread the Stratejoy message by teaching workshops like this and this all over, leading coaching groups over the phone (as well as continuing to work with private clients), working on new product launches, and yes, interviewing inspirational women in their 20′s & 30′s for some sort of book/video project.

Stratejoy hits the road! Woo’ freakin’ Hoo!

Home base will be Stella (the CRV),  various couches, national parks, a hotel room here or there, and perhaps, your guest room?  We’ll be on the road for as long as it’s still fun.  Could be 3 months, could be a year… I won’t be gone, though I may shorten my working week to 3 days, so I can play and explore (offline).  So don’t worry, love.  I’m still just a phone call, email, tweet away.

I cannot wait to meet the Tribe.  I can’t wait to eat local delights, take a million photos, and share the passion I have for living life on OUR OWN TERMS, measured by our own definition of success.  I can’t wait to meet you! And hear your story face-to-face.  And share a coffee, or a glass of wine, or an adventure.

I can’t breathe sometimes.  That’s how excited I am.

So, the question is–   How can you get involved?  Well, I’m going to need an rockstar Street Team to help plan the local events. If you’re interested in bringing a Stratejoy Workshop to your town, EMAIL ME  (molly @ stratejoy [.] com) immediately.  I’ll put you on the “inner circle” list.   In fact- title your email “Inner Circle”!!  Details will be going out soon. And of course, nothing is set in stone yet.  You’re not committing yourself by emailing, just declaring your interest in finding out more!

What are you getting yourself into? Here’s a couple of pics from the event I did in DC !

[[  above  ]]  Kimberly Wilson sharing her awesomeness with the group! She is the creative director and founder of tranquil space – named among the top 25 yoga studios in the world by Travel + Leisure, author of hip tranquil chick and tranquilista, and holds a Master’s in Women’s Studies.  She rocked our socks for 60 minutes.

[[  below  ]]  They look all sweet and innocent, but these ladies just spent the day plotting world domination and major happiness.  The battle cry, “Joy for all” rang out, loud and clear.

Other ways to get involved? If you know (or are) a Quarterlifer with an amazing, inspirational story, email me so I can make sure I plan my route to include an interview with you!   Or if you want to take me out for a cocktail at your favorite bar, email me!  Or if you want to hook me up with your uncle who has the killer beach house and loves house guests, email me! Or, or , or!!!   JxesSDFfdseHEeserRs!!!   Can’t talk.   Too excited.  Channeling @nicoleisbetter.

One of the only sad bits about making this dream come true?  Leaving Seattle for an extended amount of time.  I’m teaching my last local workshop on the 15th and have already said goodbye to my amazing, awesome Club ReFresh girls.  Sniff…

[[  below  ]]   Andria fulfilling one of her big dreams: becoming a pro belly dancer and instructor!  You can take a class with her in Seattle.  I’m SOO in when I get back.   Check it out.

Moral of this rather long post?  Dreams come true. We make our own luck, so get clear about what you want, keep your positive intentions handy, and have faith.  Take a step forward, even when you’re scared.  Don’t be afraid of being brilliant, of your amazing juicy life, or working hard to make it all happen.

And if you need some encouragement, I’m here.  In spirit, on the intraweb, and soon enough, in the flesh.

To the Road Trip!

photo credit : daredarlington

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22 Responses to “Big Dreams Coming True and Stratejoy Road Trip!!”

  • nikkiklecha Says:
    July 31st, 2010 at 12:44 am

    Please please PUH-lease tell me you're coming to LA!!

  • Alisha Says:
    July 31st, 2010 at 12:51 am

    Yay! And if I remember correctly, you said Chicago is on the schedule, right?! Can't wait!

  • Eran Says:
    July 30th, 2010 at 10:35 pm

    I've got a spare room with your name on it in Vancouver!

  • marianschembari Says:
    July 31st, 2010 at 9:03 am

    Let us know your itinerary asap, okay? That way we can hook you up with couches!!

  • Molly_Hoyne Says:
    July 31st, 2010 at 6:08 pm

    Yes on the entire West Coast, but it probably won't be until the Spring!!

  • Molly_Hoyne Says:
    July 31st, 2010 at 6:09 pm

    You got it! In fact, it may be the first (or second if I hit Minneapolis) workshop!! Still nailing down dates, but looking like it's going to be the last weekend in September!

  • Molly_Hoyne Says:
    July 31st, 2010 at 6:10 pm

    WOOOO! It's most likely our first stop! Though we'll be honeymooning, so you may want to rescind your offer! But let's for sure get together with the menfolk. :)

  • Molly_Hoyne Says:
    July 31st, 2010 at 6:11 pm

    Will do Captain. Working on a whole page about the trip. XOXO

  • Susan Says:
    August 3rd, 2010 at 3:17 am

    Awesome news, Molly! You're such an inspiration! It would be awesome to meet you, but I'm in South Florida. :) Anyway, have an awesome road trip and so excited about your upcoming wedding! Yayy!

  • Ginny Says:
    August 3rd, 2010 at 8:13 am

    I hope you make it to Boston. It would be lovely to see you again :) Your trip sounds amazingly fun!

  • Maureen Linke Says:
    August 3rd, 2010 at 8:14 am

    Please say you will be returning to DC!

  • Molly_Hoyne Says:
    August 5th, 2010 at 5:57 pm

    Well, the Big Man is LOVES to fish, so you know what? I'm sure we'll be hitting South Florida! Yay! We're thinking more December/Januaryish, but let's keep in touch eh? :)

  • Molly_Hoyne Says:
    August 5th, 2010 at 5:58 pm

    I absolutely love Boston. So Yes. Done and Done. I'd love to host a workshop too if I can rally enough interest!

  • Molly_Hoyne Says:
    August 5th, 2010 at 6:00 pm

    Why, yes, I will! Working on a workshop for the Baltimore-area mid Octoberish- so I'll be around!

    Apologies to everyone for the really loosey goosey plans, but we're trying to remain open to whims and sidetrips and falling in love with hole-in-the-wall areas and don't want to set up too many hard and fast stops… It's going to be a journey of "playing it by ear with the best of intentions"!

  • Alizabeth Says:
    August 5th, 2010 at 12:27 pm

    Could really use you in uber conservative Central Pennsylvania :) Been so foggy brained lately trying to decide my path it would be wonderful to hear you talk!

  • Lindsey Sparks Says:
    August 7th, 2010 at 9:19 am

    Oklahoma City might not be as exciting to visit as Florida, Boston, or LA, but we would love to have you here! There are a lot of great women here struggling with unhappiness in their careers but feel limited by the job market here and yet don't want to leave family and friends to move elsewhere. I recently took a hefty paycut to have a happier, more satisfying job and start my own business on the side and am working through my own quarter life crisis!

  • Lindsey Says:
    August 7th, 2010 at 4:32 pm

    I'd love to make it to the Chicago workshop in September for SURE! But maybe we can recruit small town girls from all around my teeny town and have a rural Michigan workshop?! Either way, I'm so excited to meet you in person! Yay! Excited Molly!

  • Susan Says:
    August 9th, 2010 at 5:48 pm

    Awesome! My husband loves to go fishing too, mostly bass! Will def keep in touch! :)

  • Julie Says:
    August 10th, 2010 at 11:08 am

    Hey Molly if you come to Quebec (the province) be it Montreal or Quebec City, or even Ontario – Tell me! I'd LOVE to meet you. A workshop would be great, but a coffee or meal would be just fine too. Super project! Inspiring as always. xx

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  • Emily Says:
    August 18th, 2010 at 8:16 pm

    Oh my gosh! So excited! you'll announce it here / on facebook / on twitter when the actual dates and times are set right??

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