Each year, we pause to honor Martin Luther King Jr.  — not only for what he stood for in history, but for what his message continues to ask of us today. His words endure because they were never meant to stay in the past. They were meant to challenge our conscience, stir courage, and call each generation to responsibility. Dr. King understood that justice was not only about laws or policies, but about people — their hearts, their values, and their everyday choices. He spoke of

Written By: Charley Sunday A stalled career doesn’t always look dramatic. Sometimes it’s quiet: fewer challenges, the same tasks on repeat, no clear next step, and a creeping sense that you’re underused. If you’ve been feeling stuck, the goal isn’t to “blow up your life.” It’s to regain momentum by creating evidence of growth—new skills, stronger relationships, clearer positioning, and a plan you can follow. A quick reality check Most career turnarounds happen through compoun

by Dr. Les Wright, Jr Every year arrives with a fresh calendar, a clean slate, and—if we’re honest—a mix of optimism and mild panic. We declare resolutions, buy planners, download apps, and promise ourselves this  will be the year everything clicks. Instead of chasing perfection or piling on pressure, what if we embraced a simpler, more sustainable mission statement? Let Growth Be the Name of the Game for the Year Growth is not flashy. It doesn’t always come with dramatic bef

by Dr. Les Wright, Jr. The holidays are supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year,” right? Yet every year—right on cue—clients show up to coaching sessions overwhelmed. With session topics covering navigating difficult relatives (including those who turn into political pundits), juggling office parties with coworkers you hardly recognize without their Zoom filters, and trying not to blow the budget or the waistband, the holidays can feel like an Olympic obstacle cou

by Dr. Les Wright, Jr. We all remember the story of Henny Penny—the overly worried chicken who felt something fall on her head and immediately declared, “The sky is falling!” Instead of checking facts, she ran around spreading panic. Cute in a children’s story, but not so cute when it happens in real life or at the Thanksgiving dinner table. Fear is sneaky like that. It whispers worst-case scenarios, magnifies uncertainty, and turns acorns into apocalypses. Your relatives are

By Charley Sunday In every industry, women continue to transform professional spaces through resilience, collaboration, and purpose. But the path to advancement—whether it’s stepping into leadership, launching a new venture, or re-skilling for the digital economy—requires a deliberate approach to growth. Career elevation isn’t only about achieving titles; it’s about cultivating confidence, expanding your sphere of influence, and leveraging new opportunities to create lasting