Personal Growth
Are You Trying to Earn Something You Already Have?
I often talk about the importance of recognizing and celebrating professional success, so you will not be surprised to learn that I also love celebrating special occasions in my personal life. And this weekend gives me a great reason to celebrate—my husband Mike’s birthday! One of the things I appreciate most about Mike is his…
Read MoreFive Business Lessons I Learned from My Mom
With Mother’s Day this weekend, this is a great time to take a moment to honor all of the hard-working women in our lives—our friends, sisters, aunts, grandmothers, stepmothers, ourselves, and of course, our moms. Mother’s Day offers me a reminder of the impact my own mom, Emily Link, had on my life. It has…
Read MoreFrom Discouragement to Hope This Easter
Easter Sunday is one of my favorite days of the year. Celebrating Jesus’s ultimate sacrifice and resurrection fills my heart with hope, renewal, and the promise that light follows even the darkest moments. While the Easter message is rooted in faith, its application extends far beyond—it speaks directly to the challenges we face in our…
Read MoreThe Champion’s Mindset: 3 Habits That Set You Apart
Friends, March 27 is a special day for me. It is the 50th anniversary of when my 1976 Berry College women’s basketball team won a National Championship. The wonderful women on that team have shaped my life in too many ways to count, and I thank God every day that He put my teammates and…
Read MoreAre You Using Your Personal Brand the Right Way?
Last week, we talked about the importance of visibility—how stepping forward to share your ideas, expertise, and perspective helps you grow professionally while also creating opportunities for others. But visibility alone isn’t the whole story. Once people see you, the next question becomes: What do they know you for? That’s where personal branding comes in.…
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