When Nick was drafted to Vietnam, he made the difficult decision not to go to war. As a black man growing up in the civil rights era, he struggled to justify fighting on behalf of a country that treated him like a second-class citizen. On this episode of Sworn Testimonies, Nick discusses growing up in the sixties, and how he eventually managed to evade the draft. --> https://lnkd.in/gRnQWtE …see more

Meilani Welbeck has survived not one, but two failed suicide attmepts. On this episode of Sworn Testimonies, Meilani shares what went through her mind in what she expected to be her final moments, and gives heartfelt advice for those of you who may be struggling with suicidal thoughts. If you’re struggling with suicidal thoughts, please know that you are not alone, and God has a purpose for your life. Find someone you trust and let them know how bad things are. Don’t let fear, shame, or embarrassment prevent you from seeking help. For immediate help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). https://lnkd.in/g3a-3nb …see more

Today on the podcast, I sit down with Jessica, who is in the midst of going through a very painful (and public) divorce with her ex. We talk about her faith, fear, insecurity, anger, and the embarrassment that often accompanies divorce in a world where we’re expected to project perfection in ourselves and in our relationships at every turn. If you’re struggling in this area, I hope her vulnerability helps you feel seen, heard, and not-so-alone in what’s so often an isolating experience. If you’re looking for healing, growth, and/or God’s grace in the midst of a storm, tune in ❤️ --> https://lnkd.in/ghcW2YE …see more

For all my fellow TV lovers! "A survey by Xfinity shows that 66% of couples say that watching TV together has made their relationship stronger. For millennial couples, that number increases to almost 75%."

In this article, 'Brag Better’ author Meredith Fineman details how to show off your value without coming off as self-promotional as you look for a job. #communication #selfpromotion #reputationmanagement #image #career #perception #gender #KellyeMedia …see more

Communication is literally everything for people who are working from home during this #stayhome #coronavirus situation. Here are some tips to help you communicate better. #KellyeMedia #communication #work

A new survey found female supervisors experience 30-100% more harassment. Low-level leaders have it worse, but women in top roles aren't exempt. Sexual harassment often stems from lust, an effort to equalize status, or from jealousy. So, basically, when the pressure is already high, and you have more to lose, you have more unrelated work pressure/nonsense to deal with. Greeaatt. I haven't experienced this personally. Ladies, is this a thing? #gender #work #leadership #career #KellyeMedia https://lnkd.in/eQeajz6 …see more

I've always thought part of the value in working in a team is that your peers have different areas of expertise, and often the collaboration is diverse and educational. This piece seems to confirm that..."Education mostly pays off for individuals who will be on teams with peers who are equally educated in complementary fields. And on your next job hunt, opt for a role where you won’t be working in a mob of similar peers." #KellyeMedia #career #gender #work …see more

"There’s plenty of uncertainty these days about how to figure out what skills will be in demand in the future. Here’s how to stay relevant, no matter your job." #gender #career #work #KellyeMedia #dataandanalytics

Y'all know I love a good list, but it hurts my heart when I see articles like this. Women should not have to deal with this at all in the workplace. But we have to prepare for the world we actually live in, not the one we want/are actively working to create. Further, I think what this young woman describes is something that all women face, not just young ones. So, if you're having a hard time communicating, you might find value in some of these assertion techniques. #communication #gender #work #career #mediatraining #KellyeMedia …see more

#mediatraining #diversity #inclusion #socialmedia #cancelculture #beingwoke #KellyeMedia #equality

Removing likes is designed to improve consumers' lives, but influencers are starting to feel the impact of the change. Now the question is, do brands value "authentic" influencers more than engagement metrics such as likes? #KellyeMedia #marketing #socialmedia #branding https://buff.ly/2ZQ034j …see more

Y'all know I love a good list, and this one is short and sweet. It's also really obvious, and not that difficult - if we commit to creating workplaces that prioritize dignity, respect and the right to work in peace. #gender #work #talentmanagement #inclusion #equalpay #diversity #KellyeMedia …see more

Y'all know I love a good list, and what better subject than how to promote respect? Most of these habits require subtle changes in behavior, but it's important to note that many of these changes focus on how well you communicate.

Y'all know I love a good list. I really enjoyed no. 7. Be Decisive: Professional organizer Scott Roewer said “clutter is simply delayed decisions.” Procrastination is the pits, so make that call. Just be prepared to handle what comes, good or bad.  And, oddly enough for a media consultant, I appreciate number 9. Limit Your Media Intake. Choosing which media to consume has a huge impact on your mental health. Consume the wrong stuff, or too much of anything and you breed stress and anxiety. Curate, curate, curate. …see more

Yes! Liz Ryan promotes the kind of behavior jobseekers need to execute in mass. Only then will recruiters be forced to raise their own standards of behavior.

Love when I stumble upon Forbes sharing my latest article! ICYMI, this one is chock full of free ways to boost your career by year-end! ✅

My bro Mitchell Wright is putting on a webinar with LinkedIn on July 21st. He's talking about how Qualtrics kills it on LinkedIn Ads!

One of the world's most brilliant minds in Conversion Optimization, Chris Dayley , speaks on the Social Media Marketing podcast about how to have success. Listen in!

The most powerful aspect of social advertising, in my opinion. And you don't even need conversions to learn something about your personas!