This statement is my personal mantra and the words that I seek to live by. As a leader, I realize that my leadership legacy is the sum total of the difference I make in the lives of the people I encounter every day. My impact may be indirect or direct, long lasting, or short lived. But, nonetheless, I understand the impact is important becaue the lives of those I touch, those I lead, will be forever changed because of our encounter.

People within your sphere of influence are watching your every move. They are learning from you, being changed by your actions, and inspired by your accomplishments. This is both an extraordinary opportunity and responsibility.

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Congratulations.  It’s just been announced that, whatever your current job description, you’ve received a supplementary promotion. In case you didn’t realize it, your new title is President and CEO. “President of what?” you might ask.

You are President and CEO of Me, Inc.  That’s you!

Me, Inc is your life.  It’s your livelihood, and you are the sole proprietor.  For better or for worse, this is the one role that can’t be outsourced — if you’re not doing the job, no one else is.  So now that you know you’re holding this position, how well prepared are you to be successful in it?  What steps can you take today to ensure the long-term profitability and sustainability of [Read More...]

Watch this week’s video, which I filmed on my recent trip to Germany, to find out what makes your personal brand more like a coconut or a peach and why being one or the other can keep you from achieving from your goals.

Hi, I just arrived in Frankfurt, Germany.

I’m here on business and I’m going to have the opportunity to work with a wonderful woman named Katharina. We’re going to take her through my 1-Day Dare to Be Irresistible VIP Branding Experience. We’re going to work together over the next day to unearth her IRRESISTIBLE brand.

But I want to share something with you…

As I was doing research [Read More...]

If you are serious about standing out from the crowd and experiencing greater success, developing your powerful personal brand is essential. But in order to purposefully create your personal brand, you have to know where you’re starting. You already have a personal brand, whether you’ve consciously created it or never even thought twice about it. How people perceive you, the experiences and interactions they’ve had with you, and the expectations they have of you all contribute to your personal brand.

What do people see as your strengths? What do they admire about you? On the other hand, are there things that they feel they [Read More...]

“You have the potential to create a powerful and clear personal brand message that captivates, fascinates, inspires, influences and engages others to become advocates of who you are and your unique promise of value.” – Lethia Owens

In order to remain competitive in today’s job market, you must stand out and effectively communicate the unique value you contribute to your workplace, your clients and your community.

In the professional world, out of sight is out of mind. Now, that doesn’t mean that you should start draping yourself over the water cooler so that you’re constantly visible. It is, however, important to make your presence known by building a powerful personal brand.

Every day in organizations all [Read More...]

Hi Everyone. Today’s video was filmed at American Nails with Cal, the only guy I trust to keep my nails looking pretty. Before I share more about why Cal is such an important guy in my life…Let me ask you this question…
Why do we choose one brand over another?
Why is it that some people will drive past two 7-Eleven® stores to find a Starbucks® Coffee shop? The answer is simple. It’s because of the combination of characteristics that differentiates Starbucks® from 7-Eleven®. For the true coffee connoisseur, 7-Eleven® is no match for Starbucks®.
And that is exactly why I love “American Nails” so much. I drive over 10 miles for 22 minutes across two counties, passing exactly [Read More...]

When you accept yourself with all of your flaws and unique talents, the world seems to become a more accommodating place. You’ll find that some of the causes of your stress disappear and you can gain more joy on a daily basis.

Accepting yourself completely entails courage, wisdom and compassion. If you’re plagued by negative emotions such as anxiety, jealousy, shame, anger, envy, or guilt, these may be signs of low self-esteem. To counter this, you can learn radical self-acceptance.

If you find yourself equating your worth with your achievements, love life or social status, what happens if these are someday diminished? After all, these are temporary conditions. Life [Read More...]