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My blog has been created to deliver useful insights, information, and stories that can be applied to spark new ideas within companies or careers. Within it, I provide articles to read on topics like diversity, inclusion and belonging. I’m excited to share with you the practical applications of my process, the observations I’ve made about our current culture, and how to best discover your strengths and to apply them to better your life.
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The Power of Wishing Out Loud
Q4 is here, and it’s the perfect moment to pause, reflect, and refocus on where you are and where you’re headed in 2026. At Wishing Out Loud, we believe in finishing the year with purpose and strength. When people build relationships and express their wishes openly, they grow by sharing dreams, building trust and empathy, […]
Read MoreHow Am I Doing?
Very well, thanks to relationships. Relationship mapping. Talent gardening. Nurturing your network. Don’t let them wilt. Quality time and touching base – have you checked in with your network lately? If you have not refreshed your network and personal board of advisors, now is the time because the art of community gives us not only […]
Read MoreAdvice for Emerging Leaders
These past few weeks, Lisa focused on the power of mentoring and coaching as she spoke with FBLA, Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center, and her D CEO EWLN mentees. Because she values having a mentor and coach, as one, she reconnected with one mentor each week and fellow coaches. Who are you purposely reconnecting with who […]
Read MoreCourage, Compassion, Confidence
As a result of Lisa’s recent mentoring calls, she wanted to share some journal prompts with you over courage, compassion and confidence. Courage-Focused Prompts What fear have I faced that helped me grow as a leader? What did I learn from it? When have I spoken up for something I believed in, even when it […]
Read MoreApril Showers Bring May Flowers
Recently, I was asked to share my best advice with UT Arlington graduates and I thought some of it may resonate with you as well. 1. Smile and say the first hello. People remember how you make them feel. A warm smile and introducing yourself can create opportunities you never expected. Meet new people, build […]
Read MoreApril Specials
As we conclude Women’s History Month, I’m grateful for all of the women who are supporting other women and leading with love in our community. It was an honor to serve as a mentor and speaker for the 2025 D CEO Emerging Women Leadership Network program participants and see them graduate. I highly recommend this […]
Read MoreHeritage Months
Now is the perfect time to rethink how we celebrate and honor the unique backgrounds within our organization. Instead of relying on traditional festivities, let’s focus on creating meaningful, year-round initiatives that promote true understanding and inclusion. This year, let’s make space for deeper conversations, educational opportunities, and actions that empower every individual. By engaging […]
Read MoreA Night to Remember
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our 5 year anniversary celebration! Your presence and energy truly made the occasion special. We hope you had as much fun as we did and that the memories from this celebration will stay with you. Here’s to many more moments to celebrate together! 🥂 Ready […]
Read MoreAnchor Words
Do you choose an anchor Word of the year? After deep introspection and insights from loved ones and coaching clients, I’ve chosen an anchor word for the year ahead. Rather than a New Year’s resolution, I’ve embraced the concept of an anchor word to focus my energy and purpose. Last year, “MOMENTUM” guided me to […]
Read MoreCelebrating our 4th Anniversary!
Thank you for supporting Wishing Out Loud for the past four years. It’s hard to believe we are celebrating our fourth anniversary on January 8, 2024, and being named to D CEO’s Dallas 500 for the fourth time! Our anchor word of the year is MOMENTUM for “More in ‘24”. More memorable MOMENTs, more “MOM-ents”, […]
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The Power of Wishing Out Loud
Q4 is here, and it’s the perfect moment to pause, reflect, and refocus on where you are and where you’re headed in 2026. At Wishing Out Loud, we believe in finishing the year with purpose and strength. When people build relationships and express their wishes openly, they grow by sharing dreams, building trust and empathy, […]
Read MoreHow Am I Doing?
Very well, thanks to relationships. Relationship mapping. Talent gardening. Nurturing your network. Don’t let them wilt. Quality time and touching base – have you checked in with your network lately? If you have not refreshed your network and personal board of advisors, now is the time because the art of community gives us not only […]
Read MoreAdvice for Emerging Leaders
These past few weeks, Lisa focused on the power of mentoring and coaching as she spoke with FBLA, Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center, and her D CEO EWLN mentees. Because she values having a mentor and coach, as one, she reconnected with one mentor each week and fellow coaches. Who are you purposely reconnecting with who […]
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