Authentically Written

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Success left clues

As a child, I thought I would grow up to be a teacher, a lawyer, a meteorologist. I never dreamed of becoming a marketing professional.

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Why every business needs an editor

At the end of the day, every business needs someone who can challenge assumptions, ask thoughtful questions, and help bridge the gap between expertise and understanding. 

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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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For the love of clarity

Anyone remember the 1990s movie Philadelphia starring Denzel Washington and Tom Hanks? Throughout two-hour film …

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“Just Be Yourself” isn’t the whole story

Being yourself doesn't mean sharing every thought, experience, and detail of your life. It means understanding which parts of your story are most relevant to the people you want to serve.

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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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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 Stories We Don’t Tell

Some professionals think withholding information gives them a leg up or makes them look more competent. That is not the flex they think it is. Not sharing information so you can appear like the “know-it-all” is a harmful form of storytelling.

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The gift of reading

At an early age, my parents gave me one of the greatest gifts: a love of reading. Over the years, that love evolved into an affinity and talent for writing. Today, I consider myself a genuine and effective storyteller; not just because I know how to string words together but because I’ve learned how to make them resonate.

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