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When I was a kid, people would always joke and associate my name with “Esther” from Sanford & Son, the television comedy series. At first, I didn’t like it because I didn’t see the connection. But as I grew older, I realized that people were simply making a connection to something familiar—something that made them […]
As Black History Month unfolds, the enduring impact and power of storytelling in shaping our history is vividly illustrated through my recent dialogue with Dr. Julius Garvey, son of the legendary Marcus Garvey. This conversation, featured on Leading While Black on The Black Information Network, provided profound insights into the role of narrative in justice […]
Tips to Manage Emotional Triggers and Stay Balanced In the last three days since the inauguration, there has been a flood of emotionally triggering news coming out of Washington, D.C. As a journalist, I was taught early on to “deal with the emotion” and soldier on stoically, no matter how difficult the story. Many of […]
Lessons from BLK and Dr. Laverne Haynes Collins on using stories to build trust, uplift communities, and drive impact. This Martin Luther King Day, some DC residents have chosen to leave town. And the reasons are varied but the message one marketing manager says is clear. Today’s blog highlights how you can use storytelling to […]
Lessons from the 2024 Election Cycle As we kick off a new year, I’m diving into some hard-hitting political analysis that sheds light on the recent electoral shake-ups. In this special episode, I sat down with Dr. Alvin B. Tillery, a renowned political strategist. Together we dissect the 2024 elections—where unexpected rhythms led to unexpected […]
Here’s What You Need to Know Before the REAL ID Deadline If you’re planning to travel in the U.S. after May, 2025, word is you’ll need a REAL ID to fly domestically or enter federal buildings. Trust me—it’s better to start the process early. My recent trip to the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission taught […]