After 23 years of marriage and raising three children, I found myself facing a devastating divorce. To make matters worse, the support from my former church community was minimal; attending the services there became so uncomfortable that I left and never returned. I also left the city I lived in for eight years and moved somewhere new. The pain was…
It was February 3rd, 2018. The temperatures in Raleigh, North Carolina, were below 18 degrees Fahrenheit (-8 degrees Celsius). I had to endure the pain of the wintry weather to be on time for a keynote speaker during the Symmetry Financial group annual gathering. Having secured a VIP ticket, I could not wait to hear John C. Maxwell share stories…
I remember my mentor, John C. Maxwell, sharing a story many years ago that left a lasting impression on me. John was in the office foyer chatting with some staff on break, and one of the senior leaders of the organization passed them without saying hello to any of them. Everyone was shocked, and John followed him to the office…
According to Gallup’s 2023 report on the state of the global workplace, a significant majority of employees—79%—are either not engaged or actively disengaged. This alarming figure underscores the paramount importance of an organization’s culture. A positive and engaging organizational culture can significantly influence employee engagement levels. When employees feel valued, supported, and aligned with the company’s mission and values, they…
As an educational leader with more than 30 years of experience, I’ve been immersed in countless impactful moments that have left an indelible mark on me. I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the remarkable transformations orchestrated by teams of school leaders. Together, we’ve embarked on journeys to revitalize struggling educational institutions and uplift disheartened and poverty ridden students, guiding them…
In early 2018, I was five years into my role as CEO of TN Voices, a non-profit mental health organization. When I started, we had a $2 million-plus budget, and there were planned changes that would cause a loss of revenue. By 2018, we were holding steady, weathering the storm of change and strategizing toward new opportunities and programs. I…
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