The world is a loud, noisy place. Noise is not only distracting, but noise is also deceiving. Noise will cause you to look outward for insight and answers. Noise will cause you to believe that things must happen a certain way and by a certain time. Noise makes it easy to overlook or avoid …
What limiting beliefs, baggage, or hang-ups do you need to release to level up in your career? Confession (in my Usher voice): At my last job, our office dress was casual if we did not have meetings or were not out in the field. If an ‘important’ person showed up at our office unexpectedly …
Anyone who knows me personally knows that I have wanted to live on a farm since I was a little girl. I was born and raised in the city and moved to the suburbs as an adult, but farm life has always been the goal. I love grass and trees and being outside where I …
On Tuesday, August 3, Deadline (publication) reported that Angela Bassett has received a notable pay increase ahead of the fifth season premiere of 9-1-1-, which debuts on Fox September 20. The 62-year-old What’s Love Got to Do with It, How Stella Got Her Groove Back, and Black Panther actress, who leads the procedural as LAPD …
When is the last time you dedicated guilt-free time to your short-term or long-term goals? Time that others may not feel is productive, but you know is exactly what you need to be doing in that moment? There are so many issues that I care about that I often struggle to connect them consistently in …
First Lady Karen Woodson is a wife and mother of two children and two dogs. She developed her leadership skills as a young girl born in Washington, DC. Lady Karen’s church upbringing and southern roots strengthened her natural leadership skills. She serves in her home, in her community, and in ministry as Church Administrator and …
Do you watch DIY Network? The Travel Channel? The Food Network? What these channels have in common is not just they are a part of Discovery, Inc., but also that they celebrate and promote a do-it-yourself agenda. There are times when it makes perfect sense to DIY specific areas. There are other times when you …
There are women of color in the workforce who are ambitious, motivated, and ready to level up. They have goals they want to reach and are committed to making a positive difference in this world. They are amazing at what they do. They are reliable problem-solvers – the “go to” women on their teams. They …
Career Question: A woman earned her master’s degree in social work in 2020 but did not land a job in the field until almost a year later in 2021. She said her position is working with a specific population and a client disrespected her today. Her plan is to resign tomorrow. She stated clearly that …
“Get comfortable with being uncomfortable.” Fact: Remaining in your comfort zone for too long can stunt your career growth Your mindset is your collection of thoughts and beliefs that shape how you interpret and experience the world. Your mindset can predict your success in life. A fixed mindset keeps us trapped by fear and a …