When They Try to Dim Your Light—and How to Keep Shining Anyway
Ever notice how the moment you commit to a bigger goal, the doubters start showing up? It’s almost like clockwork. You step into your confidence, your vision—and suddenly, inevitable someone (and sometimes that person is you) start whispering: “Are you sure you can do...
When You See Their Real Problem—But Your Buyers Don’t
Ever find yourself thinking, "If only my clients could see what I see, they'd understand exactly why they need my solution"? As business owners and visionaries, we often undergo our own transformation and realize that what we thought was the issue, isn’t the real...
When Everything Feels Like It’s Falling Apart, Focus Is Your Superpower
Trouble doesn’t usually knock politely asking if this is a good time. Like a firestorm it appears—burns everything in its path on whether you were ready for it or not. Your fire might be an unexpected job change, slow sales, personal challenges, or global uncertainty,...
From Catastrophe to Clarity: Prioritizing Purpose Over Possessions
There’s something deeply human about holding onto what we have. It’s mine. I earned it. I received it. It has the meaning we give it. That’s why we often think of replacing the things we've lost because it's what we know. The human condition is rooted in wanting to...
The One-Page Business Plan That Actually Works (No Eye Rolling Needed)
Let’s talk about something that makes most people cringe: business plans. Be honest—what do you think of when you hear the phrase “write your business plan”? Spreadsheets? PowerPoints? A six-month project. Projections. 60-100 pages filled with buzzwords and 5-year...
The Easy Way to Success is When Your Inner Drive and Your Soul Fire is Fused With Frictionless Strategic Execution
A loss stripped away everything untrue — and made space for something deeper, realer, and more aligned than ever before On the night of January 7th, I tried to figure out via short social media clips that Palisades residents posted if my office and podcast studio...
AI Is Rising — How It Can Help You as a Small Business Owner
The World Is Changing Faster Than Ever AI is no longer a distant concept—it’s here, reshaping industries, businesses, and careers at lightning speed. From automating tasks to generating art, writing, and even supporting strategic business decisions, AI is proving to...
Are You Winging It?
Success in business doesn’t happen by accident. It’s not luck, random opportunities, or working harder than everyone else. Success is the result of a clear, intentional strategy mapping out which steps to take to achieve your goals. Yet, many entrepreneurs approach...
The Hidden Power of Vulnerability: Why It’s Your Greatest Strength
Is asking for help a sign of weakness? If you grew up like me, you were conditioned to believe that true strength lies in being independent, self-sufficient, and never showing vulnerability. But what if this belief is actually holding us back? Redefining Strength True...
Embracing Community and Resilience: A Lesson in Women’s Strength this March
As we celebrate Women’s Month this March, I reflect on a powerful and transformative lesson I am still learning in the wake of an unimaginable event—the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, which took every possession we had. It is a devastating loss, leaving me with...
How Do You Learn to Surrender When Everything Feels Out of Control?
Life can throw some curveballs, and sometimes those curveballs come with an intensity that’s hard to comprehend. I am there, and I know exactly how it feels when everything you once knew and held dear slips through your fingers. There are moments in life when you feel...
Landing on Sandpaper: The Reality of Resilience in Challenging Times
Sometimes, life throws challenges so relentless that no matter which way you turn, you feel resistance. You push forward, but every step feels like dragging your feet across rough, unforgiving sandpaper. That’s exactly how I’ve been feeling since January 7th. I lost...
Rising from the Ashes: Lessons from the Palisades Fire
Life has a way of throwing curveballs, often when we least expect them. For me, it was a year of extreme highs and devastating lows that ultimately reshaped my life, my business, and my understanding of what really matters. My love and I celebrated our 10-year...
Stop Self-Loathing and Take Your Learnings from 2024 and Do Better in 2025
As the year comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on the highs, the lows, and the unexpected twists that defined 2024. I’m sure you’re doing the same—wondering where the time went, what you accomplished, and what still feels incomplete. And boy, oh boy, is it...
10 Tips to Run a Better Business
When I first started building businesses, I had no guidebook. I had been laid off. I was figuring things out as I went, often learning through trial and error. Frankly, I wished someone would have given me a good overview first, so that I knew what the steps would be...
Why Every Business Needs a Plan and How to Create One
When it comes to running a business, I can’t stress enough how important it is to have a plan. Think of it like heading out on a road trip without a map. Sure, you might enjoy going where the wind takes you, but without clear directions, you’ll end up lost,...
Is Your Messaging Still Relevant?
As my business grows and evolves, so does my messaging. I've learned that sometimes what I said in the past, the way I said it, or even the words I chose, can become barriers to connecting with my audience as both they and I change. In one of my recent sessions with...
Are Leaders Made or Born?
For years, people have debated whether leaders are born or made. In my experience, the answer is clear: while some people show leadership ability early on, leadership is not something you're born with—it's something you grow into. It’s a skill, a journey, and most...
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