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The summary isn’t the story

Yesterday, I was listening to a sermon by Pastor Steven Furtick of Elevation Church, and he said something that stuck with me: Don’t get so stuck on the summary …

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Juneteenth: A story of American freedom

In just a few days, the United States will observe Juneteenth. Juneteenth is more than a date on the calendar, it's a defining part of American history.

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Beyond the scroll

We live in a world where attention has become currency — literally and figuratively. In the U.S., TikTok has more than 90 million users who spend nearly an hour on the platform every single day.

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Where stillness shapes the story

At the end of the day, I simply love words. It's been a lifelong affair that began with reading, and I feel incredibly fortunate to pair that passion with my livelihood.

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The stories we inherit

Well, if you didn't hear and see it enough yesterday, I'm going to say it one more time: ℋ𝒶𝓅𝓅𝓎 ℳℴ𝓉𝒽ℯ𝓇'𝓈 𝒟𝒶𝓎! Honestly, can we ever say it enough for all that the mothers and mother figures in our lives do for us?

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The lessons that shape me

I consider myself a lifelong student, not only because I was diligent throughout my primary and undergraduate education, or because …

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The importance of being honest

Honesty really is the best policy. When the people around us, whether they be in personal or professional relationships, are less than truthful; it hurts.

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Honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

A husband, a father, a drum major for justice - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He was many things to many people, but at his core, he was a man who refused to stay silent about the things that mattered. He spoke boldly; not because it was easy, but because it was necessary.

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Belonging is the real culture strategy

Belonging is a powerful and necessary in the workplace. When people feel seen, valued, and included, they contribute and thrive. Yet, somewhere along the way,

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🔥Busy isn’t the same as effective

At a previous gig, we held weekly corporate status meetings where one team member would share what they were working on. Without fail, they'd start with the same phrase …

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Intentional growth through vision boarding

You know what’s coming in less than two weeks: the flood of “new year, new me” posts declaring that 2026 is going to be the year.

Not me. Not doing it. I can 100% promise…

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🎁 Tis the season of giving 🎁

As we step into December, generosity is all around us. As I reflect on that, I am reminded giving isn't only about the material things. Every community has needs, and each of us has something meaningful to offer.

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