"We will raise this wounded world into a wondrous one." ~National Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman On Inauguration Day 2021, the White House women chose to elevate American fashion designers of color, underrepresented voices and an American icon. We still saw flair in a scaled-down Inauguration...
“Thank you M. Cardin for opening me the doors to fashion and for making my dream possible,” Jean Paul Gaultier This week we raise our champagne flute to the French father of fashion branding, Pierre Cardin. M. Cardin who made his name by selling designer clothes...
Ready to celebrate a win? As current and future entrepreneurs, applauding the strengths and wins of others may come naturally. That’s our role as leaders. It is equally valuable to take the time to gain clear perspective on the strengths you exhibited throughout the year. How...
Christmas is not only about opening our presents, as opening our hearts. I wish to thank all our readers and those who bid on our Charitybuzz auction! Sending you a big, warm virtual hug! Enjoy a virtual visit of the prettiest Christmas displays from around the world Visiting...
“Color can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways.” ~Oscar Wilde Color has spoken to us in many ways in 2020. As entrepreneurs we adapt to changing tides and plan for bright horizons. We covered the importance of staying grounded in your brand, aligned...
“It’s more than the tooth fairy gives.” Hayley, Chicago entrepreneur I wish to share that bright spot with you to help you see this holiday season in a new light. May you find inspiration from this energetic 7-year-old in Chicago! Hayley dedicated a great deal of...
Wherever you are on your journey, slay stress along the way. ~AkashaLin Garnier Yes, it really happened…the word "pandemic" was deemed dictionary.com's word of the year for 2020. How’s that for a mood? We’re all in this together and are aware the toll the coronavirus pandemic...
“I am grateful for what I am and have. My thanksgiving is perpetual.” ~Thoreau On future entrepreneurs we have covered a wide skill set from practical wisdom http://thewishwall.org/tag/writing-tips to powerful women http://thewishwall.org/desideri/fe-plans-perspective and so many artists giving back… http://thewishwall.org/desideri/fe-in-the-pink/. We always offer healthy perspective and an attitude of gratitude. I...
Creativity is the natural order & energy of life. #SparkCreativity in branding & business The week much of the news is about returning to where we were in April, a cycle stuck with no progress. Take a little time this week to think about what you feel...
“How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!” ~Maya Angelou This week I wish to underscore the importance of being nonpartisan as we honor veterans, she-roes, and heroes. Thank you to everyone who has served, defending the United States! I’m...
