Mastering the Balance: Navigating Stress and Success in Entrepreneurship
April is recognized as Stress Awareness Month. There was a time when I equated stress with the essence of running a small business, thinking that being stress-free indicated a lack of serious engagement in the enterprise. Conversations with peers who boasted about their 12-hour workdays, desk-bound meals, and the challenges …
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Empowering Women: Prioritizing Health and Well-being for Business Success
As we commemorate Women’s History Month and honor the remarkable achievements of women worldwide, it’s crucial to shine a spotlight on a vital yet often neglected aspect: the health and well-being of women in leadership roles. In today’s fast-paced world, where success in business is often equated with long …
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The Synergy of Health and Wellness: The Hidden Connection to Supplier Diversity Programs
In recent years, the focus on health and wellness has gained significant momentum as individuals and organizations alike recognize the importance of prioritizing well-being. However, the connection between health and supplier diversity programs is often overlooked. In this article, we will explore the profound impact that supplier diversity can have …
Read More3 Investments (Business & Personal) You Should Make in 2018
The New Year presents a great opportunity for new beginnings and better habits in all areas of your life—and your business is no exception. All business owners know: improving is part of growing your business. After all, growth spurts in business are sometimes referred to as “growing pains” for a …
Read MoreMWBE Success Strategy: Effective Time Management – Part 2
{3:25 minutes to read} In Part 1, I shared the first 3 tips to help more effectively manage your time. Below are 3 more tips on successful time management. 4. Set boundaries. Set boundaries for yourself and your clients, and stick to them. I’ve recently found that creating boundaries for myself …
Read MoreMAINTAINING WELLNESS WHILE TRAVELING FOR BUSINESS
As I continue sharing the journey of wellness with my clients, I realize more and more how important it is to business success to maintain a high level of wellness. Being well provides the foundation for strong leadership, mindfulness and clarity – all essential skills for running a small business. …
Read MoreMAKING THE CASE FOR WELLNESS: WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF YOU GOT SICK??
I made appointments for my routine annual physicals as I normally do every year. Things were a little different this year as I had to make some adjustments because I had recently moved. One test after another came back fine, and my doctors applauded my perceived healthy life style as …
Read MoreMAKE THE DECISION TO STOP STRUGGLING
Here is what one of my teachers and guides said during a training session this week, “I made the decision to stop struggling, and in that moment everything changed for me”. He went from nothing to owning multi-million dollar global training school. When I heard this statement, it immediately caught …
Read MoreMAKING THE CASE FOR WELLNESS: DON’T WAIT UNTIL UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE
During a visit with friends over the weekend, I learned about a young mother (45 years old) diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer. Although I don’t know this woman well, my heart sank as she shared information about her diagnoses and treatment. I was amazed by this woman’s positive attitude …
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