Ladies, do you know the #1 way to be a leader? You’ve probably read just as many books as I have, attended or led many a development training session, and sat in on management leadership workshops, each giving different methods to lead. However, I think A+ leadership boils down to one thing: Trust. Think about it. There…
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Loving Too Hard On Your Credit Card?
“How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.” If you’re saying this to your credit cards rather than to yourself, then we need to talk! Nothing wrong with loving on your credit cards or even having one or two of them, especially when you’re using them the right way. The question is: Are…
Can You Truly Bring Your Authentic Fashion Self To Work?
Self-Assessment Quiz ─ TRUE or FALSE: I can come straight from the club to work as long as my work is on point. It doesn’t matter that I look different. I’m always respected for my ideas, and that’s what’s important. If Bozoma Saint John (Chief Brand Office, Uber) can show up and show out work style wise,…
5 Ways To Be Smart About Making More Money
Here at PowerfulPenny.com, we are all about using SMART goals to achieve the things you want. What’s a SMART goal, you ask? This is a type of goal that is: S—Specific M—Measurable A—Attainable R—Realistic T—Time-based Now, last week I spoke about having a side hustle to put some money in your pocket. I also mentioned that you need to…
Subtle “Sucking Up” Can Be A Career Strategy
Self-Assessment Quiz ─ True or False: I pay attention to when and how I can help my boss during stressful, busy times. I consider myself a team player. I believe everyone benefits from a little praise. Sucking up to your boss and other higher ups can … well … suck. And let’s face it –…
A Food Detox + Self Care Is The Winning Combo
I’m pretty sure you have heard the word detox more times than you can count on your fingers and toes. The word DETOX is all over the internet and your social media timelines. As your lifestyle pharmacist I am here to keep you fit, fabulous, and fulfilled without prescribed pills. I am also here to…
4 Powerfully Simple Secrets To Make Him Feel Like A King
When we were dating, Al said to me one day with a huge grin on his face, “You make me feel like a king every morning when I walk out that door.” I smiled to myself and thought, “Awww! How nice of him to notice.” LOL. You see, that’s what I was aiming for. To…
Is Flying First Class Always Worth The Extra Cash?
In October 2017, the NAACP issued a travel advisory warning passengers about “a pattern of disturbing incidents reported by African-American passengers, specific to American Airlines.” As a road warrior, this got me thinking…I spend a LOT of time in the air, fluctuating on average between Executive Platinum and Platinum levels. I’ve been an American girl…
It’s Never Too Early To Have A Will And/Or Trust
Things come and go, right? So do people … so will you, so will I. You know where I’m headed with this, right? Uh-huh, it’s the big M, and I ain’t talkin’ about Marriage. I’m talking MORTALITY. One day, we’re not going to be here anymore, walking on this green earth; this truth we know….
4 Ways To Maintain Your Summer Sizzle
Where did the time go? Just like you, I am reminiscing over all the amazing moments of summer. The sand between your toes, lounging by the pool, the sassy swimwear and of course the yummy flavors. Summer is a time that many women prepare and even sacrifice for. Regular exercise and ditching unhealthy eating habits…