Wendy’s Window

In a world where commitments are easily made and just as easily broken, being a person of your word has become a rare and powerful quality.  Your word is not just what you say, it is who you are. It is your signature in the world. As a graduate of the Protocol School of Washington, I learned that true etiquette and protocol go far beyond which fork to use or how to host a perfect dinner party. They are rooted in respect, reliability, and responsibility. They reflect how you v

The Power of Your Pause: Responding with Confidence Instead of Reacting in Fear Life has a way of placing us at crossroads, moments when what we feel crashes into what we believe. In these moments, we choose whether to react or respond. Although the words are often used interchangeably, they carry profoundly different energy. One is driven by fear, the other by purpose. One is reflexive; the other is intentional. One is rooted in survival, the other in strength. To react is t

There is an old saying that it is not the enemy on the outside that can destroy you, it is the enemy within. Whether in families, workplaces, organizations, or even ministries, nothing will drain momentum or weaken progress faster than hidden opposition inside the camp. When those who should be for you are quietly against you, it becomes hard to rise, build, or win. Enemies in the camp do not always come with a warning label. They may smile in your face, attend your meetings,

Photo by Sabra Marie Photography In one of my recent articles, I talked about the importance of developing and strengthening our core.  I...

When people are going through a tough time, and we want to help them feel better and restore hope, what do we do? How can we best serve...

Several weeks ago, I shared that I was going to do a short self-imposed sabbatical to reflect, relax, rest, and restore my inner peace,...

Over the years, I have worked with many high-level people who pour their entire lives into what they do and believe in, especially when...

I have been a small Black woman-owned business for close to three decades and I can tell you it is not easy. Although I have worked in...

I recently read a book that talked a lot about the importance of being prime. When I think of the word prime the first thing that comes...

Summer is here, and most of us are ready to push pause on so many things, but I want to encourage us not to let up on our goals, dreams,...

When was the last time you stopped to think about what you truly wanted out of life? Most of us say we want our lives to matter and that...

Over the years I have coached and mentored many people. I have also had the opportunity to be coached and mentored. I have grown...

Overall, I consider myself to be an open-minded person. I am willing to give people the benefit of the doubt and listen to what they have...

I have a fascination with quotes and clever sayings. I admire people who are witty and can make complicated situations simple with a...

If you are like most people, tax season is not your favorite time of year. The majority of people already feel they are trying to make...

Most of us are used to living a fast-paced lifestyle that we cannot keep up with.  We try to get all we can, can all we get, and then...

March is Women’s History Month. This is when we highlight the accomplishments and contributions made by women. Women have been the...

Much of my life has been an open book. I share many of my highs and lows to try to help and encourage others on their journey. For those...

We are in challenging times where things seem to come at us from all directions. The recent torrential rainstorm we experienced here in...

Recently I attended a book signing for Arlan Hamilton at the Blackbird House.  It was an insightful and invigorating event.  Ms. Hamilton...