Don’t waste your days and minutes.

Time is a thief, but we often leave the door unlocked. I am passionate about inspiring people to make even the mundane meaningful. I dare you to dream bigger. What would happen if you unleashed your gifts and creative potential in your personal and professional lives? How would that transform your days and minutes? Time passes indiscriminately. Will you be proud of your legacy?

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Is your life what you thought it would be?

Too often, we become unaware of how far we have drifted from our dreams. This realization is significant because one of the most tragic consequences of chasing the American dream is losing touch with what makes us unique. Rediscovering our gifts serves as a bridge from the mundane to the potential within each of us for passion and deeper meaning.

My name is Amanda Ray Newman, and through an intentional shift, I transitioned from an unseen wallflower to someone who can stand on stage and share stories of bravery—and perhaps some foolishness. Maybe, like me, you are trying hard to ‘fit in the box’ when what you need is a nudge to color outside the lines.

By creatively exploring my unique gifts, I activated my 'sweet spot,' allowing my life to align with my passions and igniting a deeper sense of purpose.

I help audiences embark on their journey to uncover their unique gifts. Because our gifts are ingrained into who we are, we often assume that what makes us unique is commonplace. Together, we can discover hidden treasures in our stories by reevaluating milestones. By creatively utilizing these insights, we can build lives that light us up and give us purpose.

Through sharing parts of my journey, I aim to create a safe environment for people to examine their current satisfaction and ponder ways to improve their right now.

Tired of trying to fit into a box?

Let’s Color Outside the Lines.

When people work in their 'sweet spot,' there is deeper ownership. Creativity shifts mundane tasks into things we care about. We give greater attention and effort when allowed to work within our giftings. When leaders encourage their people to discover their unique gifts and empower them to utilize them in their jobs, we activate passionate employees who care about the outcome.