Has someone ever told you to be patient and you literally wanted to punch them in the face? Well, I can definitely relate to this as patience has not been one of my strong suits when it comes to my personal goals. I think th…
Let’s talk about risk. Risks are anything that gets in the way of you achieving your objectives within a company or your business. These risks can be financial, reputation, organization, production, and even talent. Before w…
Have you ever sat in a meeting for hours and at the end of it you feel just as lost as you did at the beginning? This is because “leaders” spend so much time making presentations look good, but they actually say nothing and …
Let’s close out Women’s History Month with a bang! In this special episode of The Rutledge Perspective, I am joined by none other than Chicago-born media professional and social entrepreneur, Anna DeShawn! Anna is the Founde…
Have you ever felt like you wanted to make a big change in your life but were afraid of everything that could potentially come with making that move? Maybe, you’re okay with the fear of the unknown but you can’t come to grip…
This week on the Rutledge Perspective Podcast, I am joined by the amazing Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers and we will be talking about a major key in unlocking true wellness, your diet! Dr. Toombs-Withers is a board-certified phys…
This week on the Rutledge Perspective Podcast, we will continue to celebrate Women’s History Month by highlighting amazing women that are accomplishing outstanding feats. Meet Rachel Soweija! Rachel is the owner of Vida Desi…
Let’s kick off Women’s History Month with a bang by talking about taking your health into your own hands. By now, we are all aware of the issues that the black community and women as a whole face as it pertains to the dispar…
Have you ever heard the expression, “it’s not what you know but who you know?” Well, I’m here to tell you that this statement is partly true. Networking and connections are important but it’s meaningful connections with the …
Are you a business owner or a leader of an organization that’s looking to hire top talent? If so, you may have had the struggle of weighing experience against qualifications. I’m here to tell you that the two are not mutuall…
Let’s talk about the concept of people being assets or human capital. Have you ever heard that it’s wrong to call a person an asset? Well, I’m here to challenge that thought! People are absolutely an asset. Actually, as a le…
Let’s discuss the value of imperfection. We often get caught up in a cycle of perfectionism when it comes to succeeding in life. We strive to not make any mistakes, to get everything right the first time, and to put our best…
Are you an entrepreneur, coach, or consultant that struggles with pricing your products or services? Maybe, you’re an employee that has had difficulty negotiating a raise. If you wear any of these hats, this is the show for …
Don’t overthink this, you are valuable! You’re not valuable because of your job, your title, or your income. You’re valuable simply because you exist. If you do not clearly define your own value, external factors will begin …
Episode Summary Happy YOU year 2023! This year, we are going to start with a statement of truth: You ARE Good Enough! On these grounds, you will have the foundation to go after whatever it is you want with humility, clarity …
Episode Summary How do you know when you need to stop and regroup? What are the signs or the “gut instinct” that get your attention to redirect your actions to your aligned purpose? It’s all about being self-aware enough to …
Episode Summary How do you feel when you walk into your home? Your office? Your backyard? Or onto your balcony or patio? Do you feel peace? Do you feel comfort and safety? Do you feel heaviness? How your environment makes yo…
Episode Summary There is so much power in shifting our perspective in order to get aligned with who we are and where we are. And that alignment enables us to know what we want and plan how to make it happen. But, if we are n…
Episode Summary Cowardice, Confrontation, Cowardice, Candor. The 4 Cs. But how do they play out for you as you navigate your business and career. Well, it depends. Being reluctant to face an issue head on is not always cowar…
Episode Summary It is easy to get intimidated watching others make this BIG moves. But action is not all about the superhero moment. Being in action starts with small steps. Steps ordered by your clear vision and aligned pur…
Episode Summary We have to shift our perspective away from thinking that having to learn (or re-learn or un-learn) something is a blight on our character as we get older. There is ALWAYS something to learn. We also must be w…
