Nothing is ever set in stone. Not your hair color, not where you live, and certainly not your career path. You should be realistic, of course, but never self-limiting. We often hear success stories of how people traded their careers to follow their passions and ended up striking gold. Well, following your passion might be […]
Did you know that while Facebook has an average of less than 5% organic reach on all posts, LinkedIn boasts of more than 40%? If you knew about all that, then why aren’t you on LinkedIn? And if you are, why aren’t you taking advantage of the beast that is LinkedIn engagement? LinkedIn has traditionally […]
The sad reality about today’s society is that people approach everything with a competitive mindset. What’s even more unfortunate is that this often the stereotype for women of color. If someone else is making moves, you’ll automatically find yourself wanting to outdo them. While this approach might have worked during your school days, it’s not applicable in […]
Going to college is by no means an easy feat. From the extensive application process to the demanding entrance exams, earning your spot can be tough. Even after going through all that, there’s still the exorbitant fees to worry about. That’s where scholarships come in. With only one in eight students winning a scholarship, having […]
They said it’s lonely at the top; it’s even lonelier when you are a person of color. Over the past couple of months, a lot of attention has been paid to systemic racism, a timely reminder that people of color are less represented, more so in professional settings. Once people of color start climbing up […]
It’s no secret; the best performing organizations are continuously championing wellness and inclusivity. Unfortunately, determining what makes your team diverse isn’t as straightforward as it seems. It takes a trained eye to highlight the social and cultural aspects of our lives that make us unique. While different ingredients define uniqueness, you, as a leader, have […]
Wake up, y’all! It’s time to talk about getting your money right and securing your financial future! If you ever wondered how to start on the path to financial independence, then this blog is meant for you. Pay attention as we learn some mind-blowing methods of planning for and securing our futures. Define a financial […]
Luck, as the Romans defined it, is when preparation meets opportunity. While there is an infinite number of ways to define career success, the way you define success is not the same way I define success; however, the thing that’s constant between us is that we both worked for it; we were not lucky. In […]
Today’s episode is truly something special–it’s a reunion. I’m so excited to have not one, not two, but THREE past guests (Irnande Altema, Shonice Montgomery, and Janet Reyes) to return to drop some knowledge on us about all things life. What are the most significant happenings? (03:10) Most people use social media to unwind and forget […]
How do you balance a busy lifestyle? (4:50)At this point, I would understand if busy was your middle name! However, if you want to manage your active lifestyle well, you must master two skills: time management and scheduling. You also must identify how much you can handle on your plate and use your creative senses […]
