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"Commit yourself to lifelong learning.
The most valuable asset you'll ever have is your mind and what you put into it."
-Albert Einstein.
Breaking the Cycle: How to Shift Generational Money Patterns for Good
By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer The Dinner Table Conversation That Changed Everything When Maya sat down for Sunday dinner with her...
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The Emotional Cost of Undercharging: Pricing, Boundaries, and Self-Worth
Written By: Monique Davis The Morning She Almost Gave Up It was the second week of January when Nicole found herself curled up on the...
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When the Customer Isn’t Always Right And the Relationship Isn’t Worth Saving
Written By: Behind Her Brand A conversation about boundaries, energy, and knowing when to walk away. There’s a sacred phrase in the...
Kimberly DeShields-Spencer
Decision Fatigue at the Top: Why Female Leaders Burn Out from Choices No One Sees
Written By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer We don’t talk enough about the quiet weight that women leaders carry. Not the big flashy...
Kimberly DeShields-Spencer
Why ‘Balanced’ Isn’t Always the Goal—And What to Aim for Instead
Written By: Behind Her Brand It was 11:42 p.m., and the spreadsheet was winning. Amira stared at her laptop screen, eyes burning, fingers...
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Are You Building a Business or Just Managing a Reputation?
Written By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer How to tell the difference—and why it matters more than ever. She has the perfect logo. Her...
Kimberly DeShields-Spencer
When Empathy Becomes Exhaustion: Setting Emotional Boundaries Without Losing Your Compassion
Written By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer Have you ever found yourself completely wiped out after a day of listening, supporting,...
Kimberly DeShields-Spencer
How to Stop Managing Expectations That Were Never Yours to Carry
Written By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer Releasing the pressure to meet standards no one actually asked for—and resetting your peace. We...
Kimberly DeShields-Spencer
The Masks We Wear, and the Peace We Miss
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....
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Make Your Mark: 20 Creative Ways to Position Your Expertise in the Market
By: Behind Her Brand The truth is, it’s not just about being good at what you do anymore. It’s about being seen as the go-to in your space—and being trusted for it. Whether you're a coach, creative, consultant, or executive, your expertise deserves more than a quiet seat at the table. It deserves to stand out, spark conversations, and inspire action. So how do you move beyond “posting tips” to becoming known, respected, and remembered? You get intentional about how you positi
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Let’s Redefine Strength: Why Every Friend Deserves a Check-In
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...
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Progress Doesn’t Always Look Like Movement—Sometimes It Looks Like Mindset
By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer When we think about progress, we often picture motion: climbing the corporate ladder, hitting new sales...
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Beyond the Handshake: 10 Creative & Meaningful Ways to Build Real Connection as a Business Professional
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.”...
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More Than a Résumé: 12 Creative Ways to Build a Bold LinkedIn Presence That Actually Connects
By: Kimberly DeShields-Spencer Let’s be honest: LinkedIn has evolved. It’s no longer just the digital equivalent of a résumé, where you...
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Speak Now or Regret Later: 12 Bold & Unexpected Ways to Tackle Difficult Conversations
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...
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