When I met with the Emboldly Fellows recently—a dynamic group of emerging leaders committed to making bold moves with heart—I invited them into a conversation many of us avoid: imposterism. We didn’t just talk about “imposter syndrome” in the generic sense. We unpacked the types of imposters that live inside…
Posts Tagged with Resilience
The Six Triple Eight – Why did we not know?
First off, I am thankful for the Netflix Strong Black Lead department for supporting the making of projects such as the movie “The Six Triple Eight” which is the story of the only all-black, all-female Women’s Army Corps (WAC) unit to serve overseas (Europe) during World War II. Eight hundred…
Inner City Kid Reflects on Survival Camp
In September 2021, I was featured on the “Building the Village” podcast hosted by Dr. Brandon William Jones. In the podcast, when asked about what experiences have shaped me to be who I am today. One of the things I shared was my time at the summer camp Manice run…
Living the “Resilience Tree Model” – Venus, Serena, and Richard Williams’ Journey
I just finished watching King Richard the film about the Williams family and the development of the resilience and career of Venus and Serena Williams and it too is an example of the Resilience Tree Model for women leaders of color and those that support them. Roots – Richard made…
Living the Resilience Tree Model
So often I hear people talk about resilience yet few share what it looks like for them. Below I will share with you the 4 components to Living the Resilience Tree Model. You can use these strategies at any time to increase your resilience in a given situation or season.…