Bold, Brilliant, Badass: Valentine’s Day Edition ??

Welcome to this week’s Bold, Brilliant, Badass Newsletter—our Valentine’s Day Edition filled with pragmatic positivity, resilience, and radical joy.

?? Love isn’t just about romance—it’s about how we show up for ourselves and others. In leadership, in community, and in our daily lives, love fuels our ability to create change, uplift those around us, and keep pushing forward.

But let’s be real—it’s hard to make positive change when we’re drowning in negative energy. The world is full of distractions, but we don’t have to absorb them. Instead, let’s focus on love in action.

This week, we’re amplifying voices that remind us to lead with love, move with purpose, and stay grounded in joy.

?? This Week’s Bold, Brilliant, Badass Top 10 ??

1?? Love Your Resilience

?? Shelley Zalis on the power of persistence ??? Why it matters: Martha Stewart. Shonda Rhimes. Diane von Fürstenberg. Julia Child. Every trailblazer has faced setbacks. Success isn’t about never falling—it’s about getting back up. Keep going, keep growing, and keep owning your power. ?? Read more.

2?? Love Your Joy

?? Rachel Ann Williams on the power of joy as resistance ??? Why it matters: In a world that tries to silence us, joy is an act of defiance. Rachel reminds us that true leadership isn’t just about the work—it’s about choosing joy, even when challenged. ?? Find your joy.

3?? Love Your Community

?? Tameka N. Allen (She/Her) on supporting Black businesses beyond Black History Month ??? Why it matters: Real allyship requires action. Supporting Black-owned businesses isn’t just a February thing—it’s an everyday thing. Follow, share, invest, uplift. ?? Join the challenge.

4?? Love Your Leadership

?? Nzinga “Zing” Shaw on leading with integrity ??? Why it matters: Leadership isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about staying true to your values, even when challenged. Are you leading with courage? Are you creating space for others? Are you making an impact? ?? Lead boldly.

5?? Love the Women Who Lift You Up

?? Megan McCann on the power of women supporting women ??? Why it matters: Success isn’t something we should downplay—it’s something we should celebrate, amplify, and use to inspire others. Let’s build a culture where we lift as we climb. ?? Celebrate your wins.

6?? Love the Work That Matters

?? Justin Seeley on the importance of keeping DEI alive ??? Why it matters: The rollback of DEI isn’t just about policies—it’s about perspective. It made me a better listener. A better teammate. A more well-rounded person. Let’s make sure we are not heading in the wrong direction. ?? Stay in the conversation.

7?? Love Yourself

?? Winchester Comprehensive Treatment Center on self-love and recharge ??? Why it matters: You can’t pour from an empty cup. Leadership, resilience, and advocacy all require energy. What’s your favorite way to recharge? ?? Tell us here.

8?? Love Empathy in Leadership

?? Ashley Andersen, MSW on how leaders miss the mark with empathy ??? Why it matters: The #1 mistake leaders make with empathy? Responding with a solution when what’s needed is understanding. ?? Learn how to lead with empathy.

9?? Love the Moments That Matter

?? Angela N. Briggs-Paige, CMBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CDR on honoring rest as leadership ??? Why it matters: Great leaders aren’t the ones who never tire—they’re the ones who know when to step back and recharge. ?? Rest is leadership.

?? Love the Stories That Change the World

?? I am talking about rewriting the narrative ??? Why it matters: They tell us we can’t—so we do. They tell us we shouldn’t—so we stand up. The world changes through storytelling, conversation, and action. How are you using your voice? ?? Share your impact.

Have an awesome, productive, and impactful week!

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