What does it mean to tell your story?
Your audience or brand will be greatly influenced by the story you tell. Your story is a way to connect with and impact those who hear it. It is a privilege to share your story with others and it's essential to understand and think about what story (or stories) you want to tell the world and how you want it told.
Telling a story can be challenging at times, especially when you don't feel like you have the perfect words to express yourself. So...
"Resilience is about taking a situation that could possibly break you and actually thriving as a result of the lessons that you can learn by going through that experience." - Nikki Rogers
As I was preparing for a presentation on the topic of resilience, I reflect on the difficult situations I had to overcome in my life in order to be where I am now. I couldn't help but think back to a point in my life when I was faced with a difficult situation and thought I wouldn't be...
For many of us, one of the first things you do in the morning is decide what to wear for the day. Some may think this is a simple task, while for others, it takes a lot of time and effort, and you find yourself wearing the same thing over and over again. As an entrepreneur, what you wear takes on greater importance - you are the face of your brand and the power of your first impression can set you up for business success. People will remember how you look when you...
The past two years have had a significant impact on the business landscape.
As the world recovers, businesses are likewise adjusting to the 'new normal.' Because of the pandemic, you may be hesitant to restart your business, but you can take this opportunity to start anew with a stronger, strategy and plan that will help your business thrive under any circumstance.
In this episode, I am joined by Jennifer Kok, founder of Next Wave Business Coaching. Jennifer shares about...
You shouldn't have to choose between career, happiness, and good health - all three should go hand-in-hand. It takes a lot of courage to pull yourself out of a situation that isn't serving you, but the moment you prioritize your well-being above all else, you will achieve true success.
In this episode, I am joined by Becca Powers, a motivational speaker, executive life coach, and author of the best-selling book Harness Your Inner CEO. Listen to our conversation, where...
Most often in a business setting, the relationships we have with our partner, children, family, or even with ourselves impact the way we work. Good communication is a key aspect of all relationships and is a necessary part to achieve business success.
This week, we’ve invited Michelle Thomas, Your Relationship Surgeon, author, and founder of The Exceptional Black Woman Network, to talk about why communication is a vital part of any relationship, the importance of a...
In any business agreement, it is vital that you have a legal document that states the system of rules or procedures that will happen within a deal. But many entrepreneurs, companies, or businesses don’t really understand their contracts, and because of this, they are taken advantage of what they pay vs what services they receive.
A strong contract can provide you and your business the security that you need to reduce risks and understand your rights within the agreement. By...
What happens when you pursue your dreams? What if we all embraced an intentional approach to life and went after our goals? Well, you may end up living around the world, working within different cultures, and impacting hundreds, maybe thousands of people across the globe! My guest this week dreamed of being a diplomat at age 15 and she has worked to make that dream a reality, as a career foreign commercial service officer. Camille Richardson is the Deputy Assistant Secretary for...
“Freedom lies in being bold." – Robert Frost
My guest this week has mastered the art of leveraging entrepreneurship as a path to freedom. From growing up in an entrepreneurial family to leveraging corporate experiences to prepare for business ownership, Dr. Kimberly West has taken every opportunity to build the life of her dreams.
The gears of an entrepreneurial mind should always be turning, ticking, and constantly on the lookout for new business perspectives...
Life is just too long to do something that you hate,
and too short not to do what you love.
- Nikki Rogers
This week's episode hits really close to home - so close that at one point I didn’t think I could get through it. Some memories are bittersweet, both loving and painful, especially when it’s about the most important woman in your life.
In this episode, I commemorate my mom's birthday, and it has given me the opportunity to reflect on the lessons and...