Living in the Shadow of COVID-19: Caring for our Communities

by Michelle Brown

I’m supposed to tell my son to be careful and stay safe but because of COVID-19 we closed our conversation not at I love you but with “Please be careful and be safe Mom!” That’s taking care of me but how do I/we take care of our community?
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Living in the Shadow of COVID-19: Sowing Seeds for My New Normal

by Michelle Brown

Social distancing, personal protective equipment and virtual events/activities will probably remain a part of our reality but, hopefully, in the future we will stop to smell the roses and reach out in a way where we can all prosper and thrive. In this time of social isolation, I am finding the time and space to sow the seeds of my new normal, because we aren’t there yet!
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Personal Image vs. Personal Brand in Leadership

by Treva Graves

Why is this Important for Leadership?
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