When You Don’t Feel Like Showing Up
You wake up in the morning and for some reason, you’re in a funky mood and you just can’t shake it. Or maybe someone or something got your spirits down. Believe me, I overstand. It happens to the best...
View ArticleHow to Affirm an Unapologetic Life W/Toni Jones
During a time when hustling, struggling, and Instagram-able experiences seem to be the leading message for success, Toni Jones seeks to change the conversation from work ethic to worth ethic. As a...
View ArticleFour Questions to Ask Before Pitching the Media
Media coverage at the right time from the right publication can skyrocket your brand awareness and growth. But take note, landing media coverage with an online media outlet, print publication, TV news,...
View ArticleHow to Prepare to Speak on a Panel
The other day I received an Instagram DM from someone looking for tips for speaking on a panel. Here’s the DM “Can you give me any pointers on public speaking? I was asked to be on this panel about...
View Article21 Questions to Become Recognized as a Leading Voice in Your Industry
If you’re an executive, coach, or consultant who’s ready to become recognized as a leading authority in your field, I hate to tell you this but, hard work doesn’t speak for itself. You have to use your...
View ArticleMake an Impression in 30 Seconds or Less
Believe it or not, many of us form an opinion of others within the first 30 seconds of meeting them—even online. So here’s the thing, let’s not waste these precious moments introducing yourself by...
View ArticleHow to Stop Overthinking It.
Episode overview: If you’ve ever struggled with replaying options over and over again in your head or got caught up in a hamster wheel of trying to read people’s minds about what they may think or say...
View ArticleTell These Stories To Leave an Impression & Get Hired
With millions of people in the job market right now, and the art of pivoting—changing careers or expanding your horizons into new business ventures being such a hot topic, I decided to do a workshop...
View ArticleWhen What You Want Doesn’t Exist With Dr. Key Hallmon
Here’s a harsh reality, sometimes, what you want or dream about doesn’t exist. And the reality is, you might have to rewrite the story the way you think it should be told or create what you want to see...
View ArticleHow to Speak up For Yourself and Defend Your Ideas
Everybody talks about getting a seat at the table but are you prepared to speak up for yourself when you get there? Are you prepared to defend your ideas and speak confidently, clearly, and...
View ArticleThe Lies I Believed For Way Too Long
When it comes to moving past your fears and executing on your goals, many people give you the tried, true and all too common advice “You just have to be confident and believe in yourself.” But here’s a...
View ArticleHow to Stop Doubting Yourself
If you’ve ever allowed your thoughts of “what if” or feelings of I’m not good enough” to paralyze or stop you from taking action, this episode is for you. Contrary to what most of us were taught by...
View Article4 Questions to Guide Your Word of The Year and 2020 Vision
Are you ready to Master the Art of Showing up for Yourself in 2020? Register for my FREE LIVE Masterclass series: January 23, 2020, 7 PM ET3 Steps for Turning Stress & Self Doubt into Opportunity...
View ArticleHow to Lovingly Stop Someone From Interrupting You While You’re Speaking
Whether you’re giving a presentation or sharing your ideas during a meeting, when someone interrupts you mid-discussion, it’s super frustrating. Believe me, I overstand. While I love conducting...
View ArticleLessons Shark Tank Can Teach You About Having Difficult Conversations at Work
Recently, during Shark Tank episode 6 Lori Greiner gave a master class for women on how to speak up for yourself with confidence—especially in male-dominated meetings. At the same time, this episode...
View ArticleAre You Guilty Of Using Words and Phrases Which Make You Sound Less Confident?
Effective communication is one of the most underrated leadership skills for achieving career success. Look at it this way: Convincing someone to hire you instead of the gazillion other qualified...
View ArticleMentor Monday: Single Mom Struggling to Find Time to Market Services
Happy Mentor Monday! Last week I received this message: “Hey Kandia—I’m having issues selling my product online, and yet, I’m good selling it in reality. I am a leadership education trainer. Lately,...
View Article3 Tips to Become a Sought-After Speaker
Over the last few weeks, your girl has been booked, busy and blessed with 5 paid speaking engagements. From conducting a motivational speech for the U.S. Navy in Virginia Beach, VA and then heading to...
View ArticleHow to Make Social Media Work For You
At least once a month, I have the “Should I delete Instagram or nah argument with myself. Yes, an argument with myself—don’t judge me. Sometimes my mind wins, and sometimes my emotions win. Listen...
View ArticleSarah Jakes Roberts: How to Recover From Humiliation and Turn Your Pain into...
Let me tell y’all, for about 6 years, Sarah Jakes Roberts has been the BFF in my head who’s counseled me through some of the toughest times in my life, so I was super excited to interview her for...
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