Create Yourself featuring Lauren Brown JD, MBA

Create Yourself featuring Lauren Brown JD, MBA

Servant Leadership Doesn’t Need to “Look” Perfect

Servant Leadership Doesn’t Need to “Look” Perfect

Networking and servant leadership does not always have to look or be perfect. But it does always need to be done with sincere purpose. This was taken about 3 weeks ago. It was my first time setting up a full vendor space in nearly 18 months. I just grabbed my ‘vending gear’ and went to the event. I failed to pack the additional proper table cloths and other accessories I usually have on hand for community events. I didn’t neatly put my earbuds, the bags, or boxes out of sight for the photo or during the time that attendees stopped by the table. And you know what, none of that mattered to a single person I met.

This is an appropriate place to share this because advocacy is a major part of the ‘why’ for starting my business. And as business owners, nonprofit leaders, etc., solving the problem and fulfilling the needs of those whom you serve is far more important than how pretty or well put together the staging looks. Next time, I will make a point to have all the things I am accustomed to having, but the servant leadership, passion, and professionalism for which I do what I do will remain the same.

Networking Strategies with LeMoyne-Owen College

Networking Strategies with LeMoyne-Owen College

Presenting to the Business Students’ Association of LeMoyne-Owen College about The Importance of Networking was personally and professionally gratifying. I reconnected with someone who remembered me, my why, and my start from nearly 10 years ago! It was such a joy me to share with her and the rest of the attendees some of the networking strategies that have worked best for me. I wouldn’t be able to do all that I do in business or advocacy if it were not for networking. And with National Small Business week and month fast approaching, networking and relationship building are musts. Many thanks to LeMoyne-Owen College for the opportunity to talk business with the students and faculty. Making new connections and reconnecting with someone from years ago was definitely the icing on the cake.

My New Book is a Best Seller

My New Book is a Best Seller

I’m pleased to share I launched a new book entitled “You Need It, I Got It!” and it made the Best Seller’s List. I am over the moon with excitement as I am now a 2x Best Selling Author. I am one of sixteen co-authors for this amazing book. I’d love to have you purchase it by using my special link here: http://bit.ly/igotit-joyce

Here’s a brief description of the book:

With almost 30 million entrepreneurs in the United States alone, it is easy to get lost in the shuffle, causing you to be overlooked, overworked, and overwhelmed in your business. To stand out, it is imperative for you as a business owner to foster brand sensibility and effectively market, and most importantly, follow through  with the unique solutions you can offer to your ideal audience.

Compiled by Multi-Award-Winning Entrepreneur, Tieshena Davis, You Need It, I Got It spotlights sixteen trusted coaches, consultants, and advisors who share industry-specific lessons and strategies to teach you how to conquer common entrepreneurial challenges, tailor your passions to guarantee the betterment of your business, and dominate in your niche. Through transparent advice on tried-and-tested practices for success, this book provides an invaluable space for you to connect with global leaders in entrepreneurship and use their expertise to build on your own, making it possible for you to grow your audience, increase your visibility, and expand your influence.