Everyday Lead

Tomorrow is the day!??? I’m hitting the?TEDx stage in Houston?on?Saturday, March 1st, and I couldn’t be more excited! This has been a goal of mine since 2018, and now it’s finally happening. I’ll be sharing my talk,??????? ???????????? ???? ??????????: ?????? ???????????????? ???????????? ???? ?? ??????????’?? ?????????????? ?????????????? ?????????????? ?????? ??????????????????.?It’s a message that’s been on my heart for years, and I can’t wait to bring it to the TEDx stage. If you’re at?TEDxHouston, say hi if you see me!?????

Some people wait for the “right time” to make an impact. Others, like??????????? ????????????, create change now. At just 14, he developed a low-cost skin cancer treatment in the form of a soap—an idea rooted in helping underserved communities access affordable healthcare. There’s a lot to learn from Heman’s story: ??????????????????????? ???? ?????????? ?????????????? ???????? ????????????????.?He saw a gap in affordable skin cancer treatment and created a solution. No fancy title, no decades of experience—just a mindset focused on impact. ????????? ???? ?????? ?? ?????????????? ???? ????????????????????.?Leadership isn’t about years of experience; it’s about seeing a need and stepping up. Heman’s work reminds us that new perspectives drive innovation. ????????????????? ?????????? ????????????????????.?Tackling a global health issue at 14? That takes persistence. He didn’t let inexperience hold him back—he let his mission guide him forward. ??????? ?????? ???????? ?????????????????? ???? ????????????????????.?Whether you’re in a boardroom or a classroom, your ideas and actions can create real change. Heman’s story powerfully reminds us that leadership, innovation, and impact can start at any age. Let’s celebrate the young visionaries shaping the future and reflect on the ideas and solutions we have yet to bring to life. #BlackHistoryMonth

If you don’t trust yourself, how can you expect others to? Building self-trust starts with keeping the promises you make to yourself. Whether it’s meeting deadlines, setting boundaries, or simply showing up for yourself, every small action strengthens that trust. The truth is, the relationship you have with yourself sets the tone for how others see you. Self-trust doesn’t happen overnight, but it grows with every decision to prioritize your integrity and well-being. You deserve to believe in you.

Instead of striving for perfection in juggling everything life throws my way, I’m intentionally creating space for what truly nurtures my mind, body, and soul. 2025 is the year of????????????????????? ??????????????. That looks like a coffee date with a good friend, a peaceful walk in nature, or even a few moments of stillness to breathe and reflect. These moments remind me that ????????-???????? ???? ???????? ???? ?????????????????? ???? ???????????????????????? ????????????????. This year, I’m committed to showing up for myself with the same passion and energy I give to my goals. Because ???????? ????’???? ????????, ???? ???????? ????????.

2025 is the year to embrace actions that make a real difference! Start by focusing on ?????????????????????????? ????????????—build trust through open communication and create spaces where employees feel safe expressing their ideas and taking risks without fear. Align individual aspirations with ?????????? ?????? ???????????????????? ???????? ?????????? to foster a sense of purpose and direction. And don’t forget to ???????????????????? ???????????? ??????????????????????????—invest in learning, mentorship, and career development to unlock the potential within your team.

What you're looking for in 2025 depends on how clear you create today. Three simple yet profound questions can help you define meaningful and achievable goals. This is your time to explain what you want and how to get there.?