It usually starts with a dream—a tiny spark that keeps you awake at night, a pull you can’t explain, a purpose that refuses to let go. You become everything to your business: the doer, the fixer, the visionary. And then, suddenly, success shows up… and you feel smaller than ever. The clients multiply. The opportunities flood in. The dream you’ve nurtured finally starts to take on a life of its own. And that’s when something strange happens: the thing you prayed for suddenly f

I once worked for a CEO who was a brilliant public speaker. His annual kickoff speeches were legendary—full of soaring vision, ambitious targets, and motivational platitudes. He would declare, "We are a company that values bold innovation!" and "Our culture is one of ruthless transparency!" We'd all leave the room feeling inspired, ready to conquer the world. But back in the office, his daily behavior told a completely different story. If an employee made a "bold" mistake, th

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By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer Life as a professional woman is often described as a balancing act, but most days it feels more like a...

By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer There are times in life when it feels like everything around you is in motion—friends making big life...

By: Monique Davis I was a few weeks into my first major product launch when I made a crucial mistake. In a rush, I accidentally sent an...

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Written By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer Have you ever found yourself completely wiped out after a day of listening, supporting,...

Written By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer Releasing the pressure to meet standards no one actually asked for—and resetting your peace.   We...

By: Behind Her Brand We’ve all done it. The polite smile. The rehearsed “I’m fine.” The nodding along even when your heart’s not in it....

By: Behind Her Brand We've all heard it before: "Check on your strong friends." It's a powerful reminder that the people who seem to have...

By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer When we think about progress, we often picture motion: climbing the corporate ladder, hitting new sales...

By: Behind Her Brand Let’s face it—most networking advice sounds like it came from a dusty old business manual: “Send a follow-up email.”...

By: Behind Her Brand Let’s face it. Most of us would rather alphabetize a junk drawer than have a hard conversation. Whether it’s...

Have you ever had someone reach out to you for support—whether it’s for a business, an event, a fundraiser, or even just to celebrate a...

Let’s be real. Between back-to-back meetings, leadership roles, family responsibilities, and that never-ending to-do list — wellness can...

Let’s face it. Wellness used to mean yoga retreats, green smoothies, and time to breathe. Today, wellness looks more like a 90-second...

Assertive communication—it’s such a game-changer, right? Whether you’re trying to speak up in a meeting, set boundaries with a friend, or...

Let’s face it: the idea of personal growth  is everywhere. But between work deadlines, daily routines, and trying to stay grounded in an unpredictable world, staying curious can feel like another thing on the to-do list. This isn’t that. This is about reclaiming the spark that makes you wonder, "What else is possible?" It's about practical ways to stretch your thinking and fuel your spirit. Not in some ideal future — but right here, right now, in the middle of your real life.