I am guilty of it. I have noted toxic people and I try to avoid them at all cost. Well, good for me for being so darn positive right? No, there isn’t any uplift in my mental transaction.
Read MoreA 30-second encounter can open the door for more conversation, but you have to be somewhat interesting in that initial window. As the clock ticks, what do you say…
Read MoreOpportunities have no color, just power. If I had said No to the white men or white women offering to help or mentor me, my business would likely be drastically different- maybe even non existent.
Read MoreHappy 2022! Let’s start it with, no, not resolutions (do we really need more chatter on this?), but with grace. I wholeheartedly believe that goodwill can transform us into stronger human beings.
Read More“This is a wonderful day, I’ve never seen it before.” Maya Angelou said it beautifully and seeing it differently can make all of the difference.
Read MoreSo, there are 47 days left in 2021. There is plenty of time for some intentional reflection. I want to help by sharing a unique vessel that might inspire your contemplation.
Read MoreFrom the looks of the photo above (which really scared the bejesus out of me) one might think that today’s newsletter is a horror story. It isn’t. It’s a networking story - which for some people can actually be a horror story.
Read MoreLast week I was driving to the grocery store, on the run for fresh veggies and I decide to take a back road versus the commercial, busy street. My car crept down a shady middle class neighborhood.
Read MoreAs you read this newsletter it’s likely that I’m in the Arizona mountains hiking, meditating, whistling, staying hydrated and of all things - sharing meaningful time with strangers. I’m hiking alone, hitting different trails each day.
Read MoreI had a talk with my 11-year old god-daughter. She is exquisite. She is hurting. Images on social media are overtaking parts of her esteem.
Read MoreHow many times have you said it: Janice makes me feel _____ or Greg really knows how to make the team feel ______? These feelings can be positive or negative…
Read MoreYou can let it go now. You can hang your hat on this virtual nail and call it. It’s OV-A! Overthinking your actions can be hazardous to your professional growth.
Read MoreWhen you take a stand for yourself, or choose a side- any side- there are consequences. Have you given much thought to how your actions directly impact those consequences?
Read MoreYou are untouchable. Unbeatable. You probably have a remedy for the “What if’s” and “Should’ve’s.” Some days though, these worthless questions linger causing a mushy mind, and loss of time. I call them High Potential Blockers.
Read MoreGreatness is all around you. When things get really good, we want to make sure we’re moving in the right direction. If this new direction is in sync with your values…you are winning! Congrats!
Read MoreThere I was, standing before 300 people. I had the mic. No, I wasn’t keynoting. This time I was a participant. A willing participant. Linda, a short, brave woman facilitated the leadership forum. She was bizarrely powerful. Tough. A real straight shooter.
Read MoreI suppose there is a correct way to help others, frankly, I’ve never given it much thought until I helped a stranger, we’ll call “Mr. E.” I thought helping was helping, giving was giving and that’s all there is too it. Right?
Read MoreAfter witnessing another week of watching Black men (and their families) fight for humanity, over and over again hurts an already rotting wound. I never numb to it.
Read MoreHappy Easter (if you celebrate it)! This is a great time to reflect on renewal and stay glued to the bright side. Last month I boarded an airplane for the first time in over a year, landing safely in Dallas, Texas.
Read MoreDr. Madeline Ann Lewis, President and CEO of Executive Women’s Success Institute and I had a chat. She is a highly accomplished woman with a deep rooted passion in helping women. A real She-Ro.
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