The army of doubt is such a powerful thing that it could either banish all of our dreams and ambitions, give us the stronghold we need to stay strong and overcome obstacles, we never thought possible. We utilize doubt as a crutch for not taking action just as we take on others insecurities, failures ...<< MORE >>

For those of us who spend each waking hour in the "spotlight," it's a wonder how we function and maintain behind closed doors. Our personal life is just as active as our professional life as a mother, father, husband and/or wife and because of that, the "spotlight" never really goes out but just dims. Tired and fatigued, working beyond the 40 hour work week, our body is telling us to slow down and take ... << MORE >>

Traditionally we live each and every day as "business as usual," but is it and what does that statement really mean? Business as usual is so cliche' when we stop and think about our past, our present and our future for each of those three elements when diagnosed in its entirety make up the very being of who we and will ... << MORE >>

Here's a question for you. How do you look at life? As an obstacle or a challenge? Life is constantly changing. We have minimal control over what happens but what we do have control over is how we react to the situations and circumstances life presents to us. Yes, the economy may be in a recession but does the recession have ... << MORE >>

It's amazing how much power we give "fear" versus "faith." I mean, if count how many ideas, projects, and/or opportunities we allowed to pass us by or didn't complete because of fear ... << MORE >>

Have you ever been discouraged with life, other people or yourself? If the answer is yes, then get your Mahogany Vida in check Getting your Mahogany Vida in check means knowing who you are inside and out. It's more than an ATTITUDE; It's a LIFESTYLE. It doesn't mean that you are perfect but that you strive for excellence while pushing yourself beyond your own limits. Within your Mahogany Vida ...<< MORE >>

On a daily basis, we have the important role of making decisions throughout every aspect of our lives. We decide what to wear, what to eat, when to sleep as well as with whom we associate. Some decisions are easy while others are more challenging. It is during those times that executive decisions need to be made. This is when the cost may be high impacting not only ourselves but the lives of others. ...<< MORE >>

There's an old saying that says that people come into your life for a reason, season or a lifetime. Some will come and go, others will stay for awhile, and then there are those who will be there till the bitter end. We may not always know, at first, which one a person may be categorized in as only time will tell. If you never heard the extended version, it's worth a read.<< MORE >>

Regardless of what you do for a living, the type of position you hold, how many degrees you've earned or what school you attended, we all unequivocally fall prey to criticism be it constructive or otherwise. We hear others views and comments regarding how we should behave, act and/or look and because of our own insecurities, the tone and/or how the views are presented we tend to internalize the words taking the criticism harshly and personally. The ability to see ... << MORE >>

What kind of time are you spending? Quantity or Quality? We all share a common interest of life transitions, gatherings amongst friends and family, networking amongst colleagues, joint ventures and/or individual excursions but what does it all mean? If the event or circumstance is bound by living in the moment, active participation and being part of the process than quality time is what is defined. If, on the other hand, you are physically present at the events, meetings and/or activities yet your mind ...<< MORE >>