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Peace Is the New Power Move: The Productivity Strategy Redefining Success By: Dr. Yvette Gavin

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Dr. Yvette Gavin , CEO of Yvette Gavin Consulting, is a seasoned leadership strategist, executive coach, and trainer. Through her SBA 8(a) and WOSB-certified firm, she partners with federal agencies, corporations, and nonprofits to deliver innovative workforce solutions that drive leadership excellence, organizational growth, and lasting impact. December has a way of asking us two questions at once: What did this year teach you? And who are you becoming in the next one? If you’re anything like many women I know, you may be ending the year hopeful… but also juggling a little uncertainty, a little exhaustion, and perhaps a quiet question about whether you’re truly on the right path. You’re not alone. According to the American Psychiatric Association, 43% of adults reported feeling more anxious this year than last — and women consistently report higher levels of stress than men. That caught my attention. Not because it was alarm ing… but because it was familiar. This year, I realized some...
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Announcement: BOSS Business Stars of 2025

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As 2025 ends, it seems only right to highlight some amazing women who represent leadership and excellence and support the BOSS mission. This list highlights businesswomen who inspire us by taking destiny into their own hands. They are leaders and change agents for the next generation of bosses. We salute them in all their greatness as they continue to make BOSS moves. Follow these bosses!   Alicia Thomas www.lushpopsatl.com/ @lushpopsatl April Hemphill www.anucrown.com @anucrown Chari Herron www.divinerestcc.org/ @divinerestcc Cheryl Monroe www.cleaning-advantage.com @cleaning_advantage Chrisshele Griffin www.mschrissbakes.com @MsChrissBAKES Davida Selby www.katelynnandadwoa.com @katelynnandadwoa Deida Massey www.bixabeauty.com @bixabeauty Dr.Gena Harrison www.foreverfoy.com @foy_detroit Jada Samuels www.jadajuice.com @jada.juice Jessica Childress www.jurispprudence.com @jurispprudence Lakeysha Love www.sugarheadicb.com @_sugarhead LaToya Moore www.Iamcoachlatoyaj.com @prettygirlwr...
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BOSS Member Spotlight – Dr. Marilyn F. Berchie-Gialamas

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Dr. Marilyn F. Berchie-Gialamas , DNP, CRNP, NP-C, CBS, is Executive Director of Trinity Maternal Wellness and an Assistant Professor of Nursing at Morgan State University. She leads community-based programs that support Black mothers and families, blending clinical expertise, research, and advocacy to advance respectful, equitable maternal health throughout Central Maryland. **************************************************** What were some obstacles that you faced in the beginning process of starting your business or career ? In the beginning, I was juggling new motherhood, being the primary breadwinner, and building a grassroots nonprofit with almost no savings or staff. I faced burnout, limited funding, and learning how to formalize systems while still personally packing supplies, teaching classes, and showing up for families in crisis. What inspired you to break into your industry? My own pregnancies, birth experiences, and the stories of Black women navigating disrespectful, fra...
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The Power of the Push: Why the Last 20 Days Matter Most by Dr. Trina Pullum

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Renowned for her dynamic leadership, Dr. Catrina has curated a distinguished career, navigating the intricacies of the entertainment realm and corporate landscape. As a sought-after consultant, she's known for orchestrating success stories and infusing projects with a unique blend of vision and business acumen. As the year winds down, many people begin to slow their pace, shift their focus to the holidays, and mentally clock out until January. But for entrepreneurs, leaders, and goal-getters, the last 20 days of the year hold an extraordinary opportunity. These days are not just a countdown; they are a catalyst. The final stretch is where clarity sharpens, momentum accelerates, and transformation becomes possible. This is where the power of the push lives. 1. Small Moves Create Big Shifts The biggest misconception about success is that it always comes from large, dramatic actions. In reality, the last 20 days are a powerful window for small, consistent steps that create massive ch...
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The Art of Being Seen by Dr. Pam Perry

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Dr. Pam Perry is an award-winning communications and PR professional. She helps established experts and experienced entrepreneurs stand out from the crowd, enabling them to attract clients by promoting their buzz-worthy brand story. She is the publisher of SPEAKERS MAGAZINE and podcast host of Get Out There and Get Known. Known as the master of connecting the right people, for the right project, at the right time, Dr. Pam Perry PR works hard to help her clients brand (and get paid) like a superstar. For more information, visit www.pamperrypr.com . Get Out There. Get Known. Speak. Sell. Shine. For too long, brilliant voices have been hidden in plain sight. Authors with powerful books. Speakers with transformative messages. Experts with game-changing ideas. Yet the world cannot celebrate what it cannot see. Visibility is not vanity. Visibility is vital. In a world where people Google you before they book you, credibility is currency. If your name isn’t showing up, you are not getting ...
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