Every year I write down one word that will define what I want my year to look like. Execution – that was my 2016 word of the year. I made it my word because I had to get better at finishing things I started (when I intended on things being finished and not just because I […]
Today is a historic day in America to say the least. Here are a few words of encouragement to keep you focused on your path as you pursue your goals. Best, Mary
In 1920 women were given the right to vote. My grandmother was 20 years old and my mom was 10. In 1965 African Americans received that same right. My grandmother was then 65yrs old… and my mom was 35yrs old before either of them could vote. They were both born women and both born Black. […]
We want to send a big thank you to everyone who participated in our contest and helped make it a success! And a special congratulations to Vanessa R. Frazier, MPA, the winner of the Day Designer by Whitney English (a $65 value)! Planning for success is an important step to achieving your goals. This Day […]
A former professor of mine once asked a question: “Who is the most important person in your life?” Naturally the class responded with a list of family members, children, spouses…etc. My professor responded: “Wrong. The most important person in your life should be you. Because if you are not happy and do not do the things […]
I remember when I didn’t plan for anything. I remember thinking….I don’t have time to plan! I’m too busy living. Heck, I was just trying to get through the day, the hour and the minute. Things were utter chaos in my life….until I made a decision to change. I stopped blaming everyone and everything for […]
Sometimes we allow the people around us to talk us out of our blessings. I want to encourage you to focus on creating relationships with those who will invest in your growth. People will try to get you to quit pursuing your dream because they can’t see the vision. Don’t. You can do better. If […]
Everything begins with a decision – decide now to be in charge of your own perception of reality. Because if you don’t, there are plenty of folks whose sole purpose in life is to craft that perception for you. – Tony D. Clark Today I had to remind myself that I am in charge of […]
Isn’t it crazy how we can become so inspired by surprise and how it can change our whole perspective on life, love, and everything else that takes up the room in our hearts? For a while I’ve held this particular experience close to my heart. Even now that I write about it, I get teary-eyed […]
I often ask my clients “What would you do for free?” before we begin our career coaching sessions. I’ve found that most people pick careers based on the probability of money being made. But it isn’t until we exclude the benefit of money that we begin to sincerely discover what we naturally love. Understanding this is like finding a […]
Every day I make a point to encourage someone in my life. It could be a close friend, colleage or a complete stranger. I do this because of my faith and years in leadership having proven a little word of encouragement goes a long way. A simple “Thank you for …….” can change someone’s entire day, […]