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Emerging Leaders Honorees Prowess…
A delightful conversation with Trevor ”Sosobone” Smith ( LION ) as Maxine Barnett and Dr Shelly Cameron EdD (Org Leadership)
discussed results of 2023 30 Under 30 changemakers held June 23, 2023 at the IDB.
An ignite CAribbean initiative envisioned by Dr. Claire A. Nelson A program that has ignited my own passion to continue to lead and drive in Washington DC.
Honorees received gift of coaching to advance their entrepreneurial leadership I initiatives.
Here we share and hope you enjoy the conversation. Thoughts and insights welcomed.
Thanks Melissa Noel and Abby Charles for your powerful charge to our 2023 honorees at the White House
Thanks to all sponsors
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When You Don’t Know What To Say…
When you don’t know what to say, listen to your heart.
José Micard Teixeira
“When you get tired of something, don’t sweep it out of your life without first understanding why you attracted it, otherwise you can be sure that it will return, even if it is in another form or in another context. When you stop feeling in love with someone, allow them to leave without thinking that a part of you leaves with them. In fact, nothing leaves. What leaves is only what came, now with more knowledge about who it was while it stayed here. When you feel disrespected, take back the power you gave that person over your life. Do not allow disrespect to turn to indifference and find yourself deposed from the place that was rightfully or lovingly yours in the beginning. When you feel uncomfortable somewhere, leave. All the moments you remain there will only contribute to bringing you even more suffering. Leave and if you have nowhere else to go, leave anyway, because at that moment no place is worse than this one for you. When you can’t say what you want to say, write it down. What is written speaks louder and remains longer in time. When you don’t know what to say, listen to your heart. Everything you need to know has always been there waiting for you. And when you think you have nothing to do, look at yourself and see yourself once more. It may be that this time you will understand everything you have forgotten to.”
~ José Micard Teixeira Excerpt from book “Between Many Truths and Some Secrets”
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Words To Use Instead Of “Very” …
Change-Makers Ignited…
Be the Change you wish to see in the world
Mahatma Ghandi
𝐵𝑒 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝒞𝒽𝒶𝓃𝑔𝑒 you wish to See. That’s what I aim to be. The change to make a difference in the community. To contribute to the development of Emerging Leaders. A process that I have been involved since the program’s inception in Washington DC
Ignite CAribbean JUDGES work on 2023s 30 Under 30 Change-makers Award to be held on June 23 during Caribbean American Heritage Month Legislative week celebrations.
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Social Media: Here’s How I Use Strategically…
Social Media is a “build it, nurture it, engage them, and they may come and stay.”
Seth Godin
Want time to fly? Start scrolling. Want to develop skills? Grow professionally? Network? Search for answers, trends? Get Social. It is the answer for most things. But be intentional. Here I share how I use the different medium
LinkedIn is used for Professional connection. To learn and grow personally and to keep in touch with professional association networking opportunities. As a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), ICF South Florida, HHRABC Hospitality Association, Florida Writers Association (FWA), this platform keeps connections updated on industry happenings.
Instagram I use to motivate, and inspire. On a daily basis i share inspirational quotes to encourage those seeking purpose, driving confidence and encourage followers to grow and develop and to never give up on their goals. It’s also used for entertainment as I love all things dance. I also support other writer who post book events and happenings there.
Facebook began as a place to keep in touch with friends far and wide. Birthdays, anniversaries, and all things celebration reside there.
TikTok, Twitter
Two different platforms. I post on Twitter through my blog but don’t reside there. When I want a laugh, I head over to TikTok or sometimes for book Toc ideas to boost my book marketing and writing prowess.
Essentially social media provides that online networking opportunity for all things virtual. It’s a necessary tool provided it’s used sparingly. Want time to fly? Just start scrolling and before you know, an hour or two passes by in a flash.
I am Curious…. On which platform do you visit the most and what is your purpose for using it? Do share, we would love to hear.
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Writers Abandoned Manuscripts: Suzanne Bennett’s 7 Ideas For What To Do With Them…
Writers always produce more than they share with readers. Even bestseller authors have abandoned manuscripts. This article will give you some ideas on what to do with them.
Writers Write
Loved these Writers Write tips for those who write and have manuscripts that just can’t get done. Suzzanne Bennett shares 7 Ideas of what to do with abandoned writings. Here I share my favorite 3.
- Create a space. Call it ‘graveyard,’ ‘slush pile,’ or ‘bits n bobs
- Salvage the Wreck. The ‘To Salvage’ file contains revamped manuscripts that you still consider terrible, but where you hope to find a few nuggets of gold.
- Revisit your Graveyard in times of need. Whenever you need inspiration, go to your pile of manuscripts, and start reading. You might just find a darling that once was ‘killed’
These were my favorites. Do you have abandoned writers? What can you do with them? Do share. We would love to hear.
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2023 Top Jobs On The Rise..
The only thing constant is change
Looking to change jobs? Well it’s about time. Throw out that fear and start cranking things up. If you find yourself hesitant, then stop procrastinating and face that fear head on.
Here are the Muse list of top jobs for this year. Depending on your area of interest, here are 9 that stands out. Find the full list
- Growth Marketing Manager
- Grants Management Dpecialist
- Head of Revenue
- HR Analytics Manager
- Truck Driver
- Content Designer
- Chief People Officer
- Strategy & Operations Manager
- Channel Account Executive
Which stands out most to you? Any you would like to add? Do share, we would love to hear.
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Reinvent Yourself: 10 Key Points for Success
There is no such thing as a lifetime career any more. The world of work is now much more fluid than it was before. The lines have certainly been blurred. Gone are the days of jobs for life where you did your time and left with a secure Glaring pension to enjoy retirement with no Argument. You now need to take responsibility for your job security and the management of your career. Make sure you discover and use your internal resources and take a self-directing approach.
Reinventing yourself is something that you must keep doing. Dr. Robert Davies offered good advice on 10 key points to success.
- Focus on your personal development. Spend some time thinking about the competencies. What are the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to survive in this era.
Always have a driving vision.
Consider these 3 components:- Have clear mental picture of the person that you…
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Solo Retreat Rome Itinerary…
Solo Retreat is designed for withdrawal. To take a step back. To plan to revive, refresh, renew, restore. Many take it when they are at a crossroads, or after they have experienced a significant life change. It can last a day, a weekend, week, month or a year as in a sabbatical
Here I share the itinerary for my Solo Retreat that developed along the way. My plan was simple. To get away to a place I didn’t know. To get lost in a strange place and find my way through divine obedience. As I progressed, here’s how it shaped out.
Just Rome
- Florida
- Philadelphia
- Rome
- Florence
- Sienna
- San Gimignano
- Pisa
- Venice
- Rome
- London
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Florida
Not For the Faint Hearted
Solo travel and it’s purpose is not for the faint of heart. You have to be bold, brave and willing to make mistakes. It was different for me because I’m a planner but being led spiritually, I simply obeyed and experienced something new something different.
What about you? Ever thought about or did a solo retreat thousands of miles away? Do share, we would love to hear.
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I Ain’t Gonna Lie. Leadership Ain’t Easy. 11 Hard Things You Have To Do To Be A Great Leader…
You have to try and fail and try again
I Ain’t Gonna lie. Leadership Ain’t easy.
The Hard Things – INC Lolly Daskal. Here I share Eleven.
- You have to make the call you’re afraid to make
- You have to give more than you get in return right away
- You have to care more about others than they care about you
- You have to feel unsure and insecure when playing it safe seems smarter
- You have to lead when no one is following you …yet
- You have to invest in yourself even when no one else is
- You have to deliver results when making excuses is an option
- You have to make mistakes and look like an idiot
- You have to try and fail and try again
- You have to run faster even when you’re out of breath
- You have to meet deadlines that are unreasonable and deliver results…
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A lot Can Happen In A Year. 20 Things To Inspire You…
“Maybe” can become “definitely.”
The time of change is in full swing. But in many cases it’s the same old same old. Workaholics work; ‘bored’ business meetings continue; couples fight; children go asunder. But there are those who fall in love; travel and see the world; find that rewarding career; realize that fit body; dreams come through in those delightful home; spirituality soar; first time writers publish and make it big!
Amidst all that and the steady post-holiday covid scare, political upheavals, it was a warm breath of fresh air that we welcomed actress viola Davis as she shared Case 20 inspiring things under the title “A lot Can Happen in a year”. Here I share.
- You can meet the reason why you never settled
- You can finally hear NO turned to YES
- You can fall madly in love with yourself
- You can change completely and reintroduce yourself to the world
- A random encounter can become something life-changing
- You can take a big risk and see it pay off
- A streak of ‘luck’ can change your life
- You can finally receive the same love and energy you give to others
- You can say I deserve better and finally mean it
- A song can change your life
- You can receive the news you have been waiting for
- A solo trip can change your life
- You can forgive them and move on
- You can forgive yourself and move on
- You can make new weird and vibrant friends
- “Maybe” can become “definitely”
- “I am busy with work” can become “I can make time for you”
- You can fall in love with your body, your smile and your quirks
- You can decide you’re not lost
- You can decide you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be
A divine few gives me hope. Do you see any that sparks your interest? Do share. We would love to hear.
Cheers!
