Mentoring

I was on the stage as a speaker at the Young Presidents Organization (YPO) globalEDGE Annual Conference, New York City. YPO had invited me to share my innovative work around emotional wellness.

In a world striving for equity, diversity, and inclusion, mentorship has emerged as one of the most powerful tools to support the advancement of minority and underrepresented populations. However, not all...

Your breath, body, and your moment-to-moment awareness shape more than you think. Understanding our somatic responses in the leadership context is the skill that separates reactive leaders from...

We live in an era of overwhelming information, conflicting narratives, and fast-paced change. At times, it feels as though the very ground beneath us is shifting. In this dynamic environment, one of...

Imagine this scenario: you’re having a conversation with a group of people when someone suddenly starts joking at your expense. Everyone laughs, and you feel humiliated. A wave of heat rises inside you...

Mentorship is often described as a transformative relationship, one that provides emerging professionals with the knowledge, confidence, and networks they need to succeed. For those from historically...

Before there were business plans, branding decks, and bottom lines, there were nap mats, lunchboxes, and story time circles. Somewhere between finger painting and building block towers, we were quietly absorbing...

Ideas come to us, opportunities present themselves, and competitors motivate us to move faster than we’re sometimes ready for. You can guarantee that these three things will always be a part of running a business.

The phrase "Hello, Future Leader" holds powerful significance, serving as a call to action for those stepping into leadership roles. It's more than just an expression, it's a motivator...

My classroom was a horse. It started a long time ago, before I ever called myself a coach or facilitator. Back then, school didn’t work for me. My ADHD was misunderstood, and my home life was messy...

We are often told to "keep going," to "stay strong," to "push through." In a world that valorizes perseverance, resilience is seen as a badge of honor, one we are expected to wear...

Running a small business requires more than technical expertise and industry knowledge—it demands strong leadership. Your team, operations, and bottom-line success hinge on your ability to lead effectively.

If you know me, you know I've created a decades-long career in the shoe business, including as a global social entrepreneur. During my work, I've learned a lot about shoes, such as how they're made.

Ethical decision-making has ascended to the forefront of business leadership in an era characterized by transparency and accountability. The complexities of navigating ethical dilemmas...

Do you ever feel a quiet pull toward something deeper, like there’s more you’re meant to contribute, but you can’t quite name it? You’re not alone. Many people sense a calling beyond the roles they...

There are people who show up for work. And then there are people who show up for purpose. Mrs. Sheila Y. Wilson is one of the rare few who have always chosen the latter...