The trajectory of one’s career is often perceived as a direct outcome of skills, education, and experience. While these elements undoubtedly play a crucial role, there exists another equally...

In my previous articles, we explored charisma as a positive, transformative force. We talked about presence, listening, empathy, and the magnetism of eye contact. We saw how charisma can be...

Confidence doesn’t come from having all the answers. It comes from knowing how to lead the conversation.

Stress isn’t just a feeling; it’s a learned response, shaped by past experiences and unconscious beliefs. Like a script we’ve rehearsed for years, it can feel automatic and inevitable.

You’ve made it through three steps of the writing journey and you’re well on your way. Now it’s time to tackle the next step.

The year's midpoint is more than just a marker on the calendar, it’s a powerful opportunity to pause, reflect, and realign with intention. If you set job search goals in January and feel things...

One of the most effective ways to build a strong personal brand is by creating a personal website. However, building the site is only...

There comes a moment where the “it’s time to go” creeps in. It’s usually between the after-hours/weekend emails, the endless meetings, and the exhaustion from commuting. And once you reach this point...

In an era where visibility often shapes opportunity, building your personal brand is no longer optional; it’s essential. Whether you're an emerging graduate, a seasoned professional pivoting to a...

Dr. Twanna Carter has announced the upcoming Unbreak My Soul Safe Space group session, scheduled for Wednesday, June 4, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EST. The event will be held virtually via Zoom...

The post-pandemic world has permanently reshaped how we work, but are we truly ready for what comes next? This chapter explores the challenges businesses and employees face as they navigate new work patterns...

For many years, the traditional publishing industry was the only viable route for writers to see their work in print. Manuscripts were painstakingly sent to agents and publishers, only for many to...

Unless you’re hiding under a large boulder of blissful ignorance, or you’ve consciously taken a ‘no thanks’ stand against modern society. Just like the rest of us, you’re navigating highly...

In the bustling world of networking, few names resonate as strongly as Greg DeKalb. As the founder of Appointments IQ and the renowned Tony P's Networking Events in Chicago, Greg has carved a niche...

Whether you are in a large firm, a small boutique, or just setting up shop as a solo practitioner, client acquisition skills are essential to building a successful legal practice.

Coaching is everywhere, on your feed, in your inbox, and likely in your inner circle. But behind the polished testimonials and promises of transformation, what actually works in coaching?

Over the past decades, HGI has been a sounding-board to well over 700 business executives as they navigated the transition to their next career chapter. It’s always been part of the culture that HGI’s...

This article, adapted from a chapter in Adjusting the Sails: Weathering the Storms of Administrative Leadership, dives into one of the most overlooked truths in leadership today: your brand is...

High achievers, whether they’re professional athletes, ambitious entrepreneurs, or purpose-driven founders, are often admired for their focus, confidence, and resilience. But beneath the surface...

For years, I moved through life at full speed, working, building, leading, and showing up for everyone and everything. Like many ambitious women, I wore my work ethic like armor.

You know the moment your inbox dings and there it is: “We’ve decided to move in a different direction.” Or maybe it’s the unexpected calendar invite that turns into a layoff. Perhaps it’s not...

The Great Resignation of 2021 appears to be making a comeback in 2025 (Did it ever disappear?). According to a survey conducted by ResumeTemplates.com in October 2024, 56%...

Imposter syndrome is a psychological pattern in which individuals doubt their achievements and fear being exposed as frauds despite evidence of their competence. In his latest article, Paul Beal...

We’ve made it through the first phases of writing. You’ve written until your fingers are sore and faced your shadow work as the truth of who you are pours out.