In today’s episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, host Roger Knecht sits down with leadership coach and motivational speaker Becky Kemp to explore how intentional language can reshape your mindset and accelerate success . Through her personal experience, from battling anxiety and depression to launching a T-shirt business and evolving into a sought-after coach, Becky demonstrates that changing your words is the first step to changing your story.
Meet Becky Kemp: Leadership Coach & Mindset Mentor
Becky Kemp’s journey began over a decade ago when she found herself “stuck…watching everybody live their life on the outskirts” and praying for change. An inner prompting, “change your words and you can change your story”, led her to launch a positive-message T-shirt line, Becoming Threads, with her sister-in-law. From there, she earned coaching certifications and became a keynote speaker, guiding professionals to harness the power of self-talk and affirmations .
What Is the Seven-Word Framework? A Roadmap from Acknowledge to Aspire
Becky’s signature framework consists of seven “A” words: Acknowledge, Ask, Accept, Abundance, Action, Appreciate, Aspire, each serving as a compass point for personal and professional growth. She explains:
- Acknowledge: Recognize your current reality before change can begin. “If you don’t, you’ll just stay status quo…”
- Ask: Shift from “why is this happening?” to “how do I move forward in small, bite-sized steps?”
- Accept: Embrace setbacks as part of growth—“that didn’t work, so now I try this”
- Abundance: Cultivate an abundant mindset rather than focusing on scarcity
- Action: Break goals into manageable micro-actions (e.g., 15-minute intervals)
- Appreciate: Practice gratitude for progress and lessons learned
- Aspire: Continually set new peaks once you conquer the last
Harnessing the Power of Positive Self-Talk
Becky underscores that “thoughts become things” and that we must choose our words as intentionally as we choose our outfits. She shares how wearing T-shirts printed with affirmations (“I am powerful,” “I am enough”) or placing wall stencils in her workspace served as daily reminders to reframe negative self-talk and stay aligned with her goals.
15-Minute Action Hacks for Maximum Productivity
Drawing on her fifth-grade spelling-bee story, where 15 minutes of daily practice led to victory, Becky recommends applying the same principle to writing, workouts, client outreach, or any critical task. “What’s one thing you can spend 15 minutes on today that moves you closer to your vision?” she asks.
Mastering Work-Life Balance Through Self-Care
Sustainable growth demands self-care. Becky advises setting clear boundaries—scheduling downtime, prioritizing sleep, and carving out personal moments (“work hard, play hard”)—to prevent burnout and maintain creativity and resilience.
Putting It All Together: Your Step-By-Step Implementation Plan
- Daily “A” Check-In: Begin each morning by selecting one framework word (e.g., today I’ll focus on “Ask”).
- Micro-Action Blocks: Identify three 15-minute slots for priority tasks aligned with that word.
- Affirmation Integration: Wear or display an affirmation that reinforces your chosen “A.”
- Gratitude Review: End the day by listing three wins or lessons learned (Appreciate).
- Weekly Reflection & Aspiration: Each Friday, reflect on progress and set an “Aspire” goal for the following week.
Key Takeaways & Why This Episode Matters
- Intentional language can rewrite your mindset and outcomes.
- A simple Seven-Word Framework offers a repeatable blueprint for growth.
- Small, consistent actions (15 minutes/day) yield compounding results.
- Self-care and gratitude are non-negotiable for sustained performance.
Professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives alike will find Becky Kemp’s insights both practical and transformative—empowering you to speak success into every area of your life.
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