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BOSS Spotlight Feature: Jordan Madison

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Jordan Madison is a marriage and family therapist, speaker, entrepreneur, and author of The CBT  Journal for Mental Health. She’s the CEO of Therapy is my J.A.M. and believes in using her “J.A.M.  Method” of journal prompts, affirmations, and mindfulness exercises to help prioritize mental health. What were some obstacles that you faced in the beginning process of starting your business or career? I think the hardest part for me was knowing when to leave my job and start my own practice. I had been a part of the group practice for almost three years and it was not a decision I took lightly. So my biggest obstacle was honestly myself and the fear that I was too young, didn’t know enough, or wouldn’t be able to make a living for myself as my own boss. What inspired you to break into your industry? I often say it was an episode of Grey’s Anatomy  that made me want to be a therapist at 13. It was watching the main character in a therapy session and her  therapist helped her to have an a
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The Power of Media: Why Meeting the Media and Gaining Publicity is a Game-Changer for Speakers and Experts 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 to stand out from the crowd so they can 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 . In today's interconnected world, the media stands as a commanding force, shaping narratives, influencing decisions, and casting spotlights on stories that matter. As a small business owner, speaker or consultant, navigating the vast realm of media can seem challenging, yet the rewards of mastering this arena are immense. Here's why connecting with the media and acquiring publicity is paramount for your brand's growth: 1. Elev
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BOSS Spotlight Feature: Cesley Fullilove

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Cesley Fullilove is the visionary of Fullilove Pregnancy Center— an organization revolutionizing maternal care. With expertise in Childbirth Education, Sonography, Public Health, and Doula work, Cesley addresses disparities in maternal care. Her "Cinematic Ultrasound Experience" redefines the bonding process for expecting families and allows a personalized and immersive 3D/4D viewing of their baby in a theater-like setting. What were some obstacles that you faced in the beginning process of starting your business or career?  During the early stages of launching my business, I faced some significant challenges. One being, I was fully dedicated to my vision, but not everyone I shared the vision with had the same enthusiasm. The lack of support and business expertise was a real hurdle – I practically started from scratch. Entering this unfamiliar territory was no joke and scary. For many years, I dedicated myself to odd hours and travel assignments, all to infuse vitality into
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Giving and Receiving Feedback by Josie Santiago

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  J osie Santiago  is a Wellness and Leadership Coach, Facilitator, and Yoga Instructor. She is  the owner of Akili Well. Her mission is to inspire us to reshape our relationship with wellness. She inspires others to work through new paradigms, center well-being, and move through the world with compassion. Join her Wellness for the Working Woman Coaching Group. Feedback skills are a key component of workplace well-being. On a basic level, feedback helps us understand how we are in our relationship with each other. Organizations thrive when people are in healthy relationships. When we normalize giving and receiving feedback, we enter a field of learning that allows us to imagine new possibilities and solve old problems. But giving feedback can be hard- and sometimes- receiving feedback can be harder, especially if there is existing tension in the relationship. So how can we do better in feedback conversations? When you have feedback that you would like to offer someone, consider these
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BOSS Spotlight Feature: Tavia Green

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Tavia Green is a hair and beauty enthusiast and serial entrepreneur. She’s the CEO and  Founder of Climax Hair Care, a revolutionary hair care brand formulated to minimize heat  damage in kinky textured hair. What were some obstacles that you faced in the beginning process of starting  your business or career?  Gaining traction is difficult for any business owner,  especially if you’re not already an influencer with hundreds of thousands of followers.  Getting our name out there and gaining the trust of our supporters was a difficult but  fulfilling uphill battle. What inspired you to break into your industry? Growing up as a haircare and  personal beauty advocate inspired Climax Hair Care, after experimenting with hair  products for years and still having no luck when it came to my own personal struggles with frizz and heat damage. How do you balance your personal and professional life, or have you been able to find a balance? As a mother of 3 kids under 5 years old, balance is defi
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Society is still hindering Black female entrepreneurs by Sara Reed

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Black women continue to shatter barriers and rise to prominence as entrepreneurs. But this is despite, rather than because of, the business culture they’re operating in. While progress has been made in recent years, persistent disparities are holding Black women back. Unsurprisingly, Sage’s Underserved Entrepreneurs Research Project identified three key barriers to Black female entrepreneurs’ success: lack of access to capital, a lack of mentorship and networking opportunities, and limited access to skills and training. These disadvantages are deeply rooted in historical and systemic inequalities that affect Black women’s ability to start, sustain, and scale their businesses. Addressing these disparities requires a multifaceted approach that involves dismantling biases, providing targeted financial and educational support, and amplifying the voices of Black women in the business world. By recognizing and addressing these challenges, we can work towards creating more equitable and thriv
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L.E.A.R.N. To Play Workplace Politics by Monique A.J. Smith

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Monique A.J. Smith , is a Leadership Strategist that guides Athletics Departments/Sports Organizations and Individuals who wish to advance in Athletics Administration/Sports Management careers through her company, Seeds of Empowerment LLC ®. Smith, a Sports Management veteran of 30 plus years, was Adjunct Faculty at Hampton University teaching Sports Management Courses. In Fall 2023, Monique published her 6th issue of Significance in Athletics and Sports Magazine which features Black Women sharing their ‘Specialized Knowledge’ in the Industry. All issues can be found at www.seedsofempowermentstore.com or Amazon. She is most known for her 10 seasons as the host of the internationally recognized weekly podcast "A Chat in the Garden with Monique A.J. Smith”, which spotlights Women of Color in Athletics/Sports to her 2.9K Followers. ******************************************************************************** Let's Play I do, but I do not want to play politics. "Politi
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