For a whole world of reasons, organizations and people are focused on building an inclusive community in the workplace. Are we late to the game? You bet. Is it a long haul? You bet. Self-education and sustainable change require consistency. However, it begins with a single committed step forward. To Read more…
Typically, my first post of the new year is about the word I choose to guide my thoughts and efforts moving forward. For 2021, I’m actionating! Last year, my word was Manifest. I can easily say it was a tough year for the world, and particularly our nation. In hindsight, Read more…
As we encountered and subsequently plunged into 2020 survival mode, we faced a health pandemic, an economic downturn and a racial divide. If you’re like me, you began to question your purpose and presence on earth, and search for mental clarity as well. In his song, “lt’s Always Better When Read more…
Surviving loss and celebrating love during COVID is tough. That said, this new norm can help us feel things in life with a deeper sense of clarity and meaning. Yes, in the middle of a pandemic while entrenched in a social movement, this pollyanna girl believes – love conquers fear. Read more…
Here we are, it’s mid-January already! With the start of the year, it’s also time for my annual tradition. Previously, I’ve chosen 3 words to guide the next 365 days…a sort of compass to inform and provide a positive direction. Last year, I switched it up and swapped 3 words Read more…
Do you know this feeling? You set out to do the norm and discover inspiration? You follow the regular routine and something disrupts it, yet in a good way? Turns out, my side gig for my branding startup delivered just this sort of twist. Through the ridesharing services of Uber Read more…
Danger. Beware. I’m breaking blog best practices. I’m going off topic and deeply personal. My black lab son has cancer. As a single woman, Bo is the center of my universe. Actually, he IS my universe. If you know me, you already know this. If you don’t, allow me to Read more…
On Sunday, my before church ritual involves a Cup of Joe and CBS Sunday Morning. The show recently featured a company killin’ it with their latest ad campaign. In cooldeb terms, read killin’ it = knowing thy audience. The messaging is intentional, thoughtful and allows peoples to be seen. (Plural Read more…
Since 2014, I’ve followed Chris Brogan and his tradition of selecting three words to guide the New Year. The collective group of words were an alternative to resolutions and ideally, they were inspiring and actionable. This year, I’m taking a page from Melinda Gates and selecting one word. I’m actually choosing the word Read more…
Happy Holidays ya’ll! My wish for each of you during this special time of year is perspective. Go seek it or better yet, allow it to seek you. It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season. And it’s easy to allow the extra list Read more…
