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What does Women's History Month mean to you? For me, it's about strength, courage, determination, and sacrifice! For means a lot to me because of what I've learned from my mom, my four sisters, my four daughters and the love of my life Cher Jones. As a man it's a tribute to women that have shaped my life, particularly through their lessons. My mom, a fortress of patience, taught me the power of resilience and the art of humor and connection, showing me how to stay strong through tough times. My sisters, each a unique force, instilled in me the value of unity and the importance of listening to understand, not just to respond. My daughters have taught me the value of curiosity, to always search for answers and never be satisfied with the status quo. From Cher the most resilient and intelligent woman I know, I've learned that real power comes from grace, not just knowledge. As we celebrate Women's History Month, it's crucial to share stories and insights from inspiring women who are making a difference. That's why I'm thrilled to share a special podcast episode featuring Kimberly Lee Minor Minor, CEO of the Women of Color Retail Alliance. Here's a sneak peek as Kimberly shares a little of her journey, challenges, and triumphs as a leader in the retail industry.  Her story is a testament to the resilience and strength that Women's Month embodies. The full video episode premieres this morning at 9 AM ET! Join us in this important conversation, and let's honor the incredible women in our lives and communities. #womenshistorymonth Sharonda Weatherspoon #retailleadership #womeninleadership #bethechange #dosomething #worthyretail #podcast Opus Clip

Harvard Business Review's Women at Work Live event is tomorrow! Join Amy Gallo and Amy Bernstein Thursday, May 16, from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm ET for an inspiring half-day of discussions with a stellar lineup of speakers, including: DEI strategist Lily Zheng, organizational psychologist Ruchi Sinha, and career expert Dorie Clark. Here's a sneak peek at some topics they'll be covering: 📊 Using data to make true progress on DEI initiatives. 🌱 Embracing whatever level of ambition you've got right now and navigating your career path in a way that's right for you. 🤝 Building trust on teams and understanding the right leadership approach to encouraging trust. ❓ Plus, don't miss "Ask the Amys," where Amy B and Amy G answer your questions on everything from leading teams to dealing with conflict and difficult people to making decisions to managing stress. They'll answer questions live but you can also send your questions in advance to womenatwork@hbr.org. 🔗 Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/eqvpqa-a You just might find me moderating the chat!

As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of Digital Marketing and Advertising, it's crucial to recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of Women Leaders in shaping industry trends, driving innovation, and fostering meaningful connections with audiences worldwide. From crafting compelling campaigns to spearheading groundbreaking strategies, women in marketing and advertising are at the forefront of driving impactful change in today's digital landscape. Their Creativity, Strategic vision, and unwavering dedication continue to redefine industry standards and inspire future generations of leaders. #Womeninleadership #Digitalmarketing #Advertising

How did Elizabeth Banks, Actor, Producer, and Director, manage to create one of the most successful PSAs for the American Heart Association? Simple - she spoke to her audience. Rather than sticking to the types of messaging that have already been done, she took a more innovative approach to capture people’s attention. Through a lot of research and a bit of humor, she was able to craft a unique message tailored to women — whose heart attack symptoms differ greatly from men. Banks’ approach highlights two key takeaways. First, your target audience may not be who you expect. Dig deeper to determine who truly needs to hear your message. Second, step outside the norm of traditional messaging to grab your audience's focus. What do you think — does the commercial grab your attention? https://buff.ly/3rDtquO #Marketing #Creativity #TargetAudience #VideoMarketing #DigitalMarketing

Authenticity here, Authenticity there. That is what you hear all the time, right? But how to balance your authenticity to increase effectiveness in business storytelling? Join us tomorrow, Monday 22nd on our bimonthly storytelling event to talk about How to Balance your Authenticity in Storytelling. The time is 3 pm CET. Here is the free link to join us https://lnkd.in/dfdiz3hJ Get ready to be inspired by our amazing speakers who are top in their field. 1. Eny Osung – a marketer who helps people excel in their businesses, 2. Tanya Kabuya – a Business Strategist, 3. Izu Samuel – a Communications Strategist, 4. Hannah Idachaba – a personal brands Strategist for boss women.

🧠 If I could change *one thing* about this amazing spotlight from Wednesday Women, it would be that no matter where you are in your career - when you are negotiating your salary - do your best to get out of your own head and relationship with money. 💰 Money was not discussed at home growing up. It was a closed subject at work. One company went so far as to say we could be fired for talking about compensation with one another. (Hindsight: huge red flag). 💜 But I needed help when I found out years ago my male peer was making significantly more than me. So I called my Mom, she listened for a few minutes, and then said I needed to simply ask for a raise. I stammered that wasn't possible with excuses like "What would they think of me doing that?" And she said, "If you hear a NO, then you know." And move on. 📚 I've shared that story over the years and in conversations about negotiation. Yes, it is hard to talk about money. Yes, it still makes me sweaty (I am even writing this out!). And yes, it can 100% get you what you ask for. 💲 Please don't be the one to stop yourself. As women, we need to talk about money more openly. And the more we do, the more we know. The more we know, the more we can help. The more we help, the better all generations of women are.

👉🏼 One of my goals this year is to support even more female founders. So, this month to celebrate hashtag #internationalwomensday , I'm offering one lucky female founder a chance to win a 90 min Brand Clarity Session with me! I'll deep dive into the potential of your brand, identify key areas to elevate it and help create your standout brand. HOW TO ENTER: 👉🏼 Follow this link: https://bit.ly/430NHIL 👉🏼 You need to be a female founder with an existing business to enter. 👉🏼 Deadline for entry: Friday 15th March 2024 👉🏼 The winner will be drawn at random. hashtag #femalefounder #elevateyourbrand #brandclarity

Those of you who know me should know that I am a knowledge sharer and only share things that offer true value. I have already shared why the women in my network should attend The Brilliance Summit. A LinkedIn buddy asked me if this is a sit-and-listen summit. She stated that she doesn't want just to be inspired. She needs actionable takeaways, concrete steps, and even some accountability. I threw my head back, laughed like a James Bond villain, and held up my Letter of Commitment, one of the easier action items from the December 2023 Me4Me luncheon. We all had to write one and submit it to Madeline McQueen, who promised to post it in six months. Voila, I received mine today! I assure my LinkedIn buddy that she should be careful what she wishes for because one thing for sure is that The Brilliance Summit will have more action than an action-packed episode of the A-Team. What I can guarantee is that as an attendee: ✨️You will leave with an action plan to elevate your career and other neglected areas of your life. ✨️You will leave with hand cramps due to the copious amount of notetaking. ✨️You leave with jawache because of the deep-down belly laughs and genuine smiles of joy. ✨️You will leave with an abundance of new connections who will hold you accountable. ✨️You leave with detailed actions to propel you to your next level self. I know it sounds too good, but once you go to the website, you'll see why it's called The Brilliance Summit. Get your ticket today - https://lnkd.in/eFBTYYuy #thebrilliancesummit #nextlevelself #womeninleadership #professionaldevelopment #selfinvestment #selfdevelopment

Something I see all the time with the female founders and women in leadership that I work with, is their need to clarify their value and their worth to those key audiences that will really move the game forward for them. Whether those audiences are prospective clients, VCs or PEs, government bodies, media, promotions boards or recruiters… Everyone struggles with clearly communicating “them” and just how good they are. We struggle with standing up front, being that tall poppy. We second guess ourselves, worry about what people will think. Fear the “who does she think she is?” But with a clear, valuable and relevant personal brand we don’t tell, we show, we live, we engage. A great personal brand takes all the moving parts of your industry and your ecosystem into account. If this sounds like how you’re feeling, if you’re struggling with how to get your brand across I’ve got something coming at the end of this week that will be a game changer for you! If this resonates and you don’t want to chance missing a spot dm me here. Or if you know someone, a friend/colleague/team member who would love a curated, dynamic and valuable personal brand before they take their next step, please pass this on! #personalbrand #personalbranding #womeninleadership #womeninbusiness #femalefounders #womeninlaw #womenintech #womeninfinance

Happy to collaborate for a second time with these amazing women Dulce Orozco Enna Jimenez Millie Guzman Marcela Aldaz-Matos, MBA Marie J. Robles, CPA, MBA 🌟 Exciting News! Part Two of the Latina Disruptor Series is here! 🌟 In our continued journey of empowerment and growth, we're diving even deeper into understanding the dynamic interplay between culture, personal barriers, emotional intelligence, and disruptive thinking for Latina disruptors in the workplace. 🚀 🌎 In this Part Two Session, we will explore: 1.      Identify and analyze personal barriers that might stand in the way of your Latina disruptor journey. 2.      Developing a comprehensive understanding of how being a Latina disruptor, culture, and workplace dynamics intersect and influence one another. 3.      Gain valuable insights into the influences of Latino culture and how they can either enable or hinder your Latina disruptor mindset. 4.      Delving into key factors like emotions, cultural expectations, and learned behaviors that may be holding you back from fully embracing your power as a Latina disruptor. Join the experts and a line of panelist. 🙌 Join us on this transformative journey as we empower ourselves, break down barriers, and embrace our unique identities as Latina disruptors. Together, we can make an impact ! 💪✨ Register: https://bit.ly/46YcMoS #LatinaDisruptor #Empowerment #CulturalInfluences #WorkplaceSuccess #LatinaPower