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  A few years ago, being “flexible” in business felt smart. You could offer a little of this, a little of that. Say yes to almost anything.  Keep your options open because who knows what might stick? I did that. And for a while, it worked. Until it didn’t. In 2026 that mindset is quietly […]

In 2026, Generic Brands Are Invisible

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January 7, 2026

This year was… a lot. Full, fast, big, beautiful, messy, overwhelming, and unforgettable. The kind of year that forces you to grow and then sit your butt down and feel. Here’s the real talk version:   We moved across the country for a new job. January kicked off with a 2,000-mile road trip from Maine […]

2025: The Year That Stretched Me, Grew Me, Grounded Me, and Broke My Heart

December 10, 2025

Ever stared at your analytics and thought, “Maybe my message just isn’t clear enough?” Most entrepreneurs assume their content problem is confusion. But here’s the truth: it’s not confusing—it’s forgettable. And deep down, you probably feel it too — that nagging sense that your content is “fine,” but not memorable. I kept blaming clarity. I […]

How to Create Content That Connects (Instead of Just Filling Space)

November 19, 2025

  Every few weeks, I hear another woman say, “I just need to be more strategic.” And every time, I smile—because I know what she really means. The truth? Most of us don’t need more strategy. We need stronger boundaries. Somewhere along the way, being strategic became code for doing everything. We plan, post, tweak, […]

Stop Being Strategic — Start Being Selective: The Secret to a Sharper, Stronger Brand

November 5, 2025

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  Even established entrepreneurs still ask the same question: “Why doesn’t my brand feel as clear as it should?” You’ve done the work—launched, refined, evolved—and somehow it still feels a little off. Should you niche down more? Tweak your messaging? Post more on social media?  Most business owners bounce between those questions on a loop—fixing […]

How The Brand Force™ Works: Meet Your 5 Brand AI Assistants

October 22, 2025

  Every week, I watch brilliant entrepreneurs get stuck in what I call the brand loop. It’s not burnout. It’s not a lack of vision. It’s the constant cycle of tweaking your message, rewording your offer, second-guessing your audience, rewriting your About page—for the fifth time. While it may feel like you’re making progress, u […]

How I Help Entrepreneurs Build a Clear, Scalable Brand Without the Guesswork (Now Available On Demand)

October 8, 2025

  After two decades of building brands, I’ve seen the same frustration over and over again. Brilliant entrepreneurs pouring time, money, and energy into “fixing” their brand—only to discover that the fix doesn’t last. Why? Because most people are tackling one piece of their brand in isolation.   Why Even Good Branding Efforts Fall Short […]

Why Most Brand Strategies Fail (and the Missing Piece You Need)

September 17, 2025

  Last week, I got a message from a brilliant business coach. She’s been running her practice for over a decade, transformed hundreds of lives, and still found herself doing something that will sound painfully familiar: she spent two hours tweaking her Instagram bio. Two hours. On a bio. And she still wasn’t happy with […]

Why Most Entrepreneurs Stay Stuck in Brand Confusion (and How to Break Free)

September 3, 2025

  It started with a message that sounded promising…   A new lead. A warm referral. The perfect fit   My client—a smart, seasoned service provider—was excited. She knew her work delivered results and her offer was strong. She had the experience. The receipts.   But a few days later, the prospect politely passed.   […]

Why She Lost the Client (And How a Brand Audit Changed Everything)

August 20, 2025

  You’re showing up online. You’re posting your heart out. You’ve got a solid offer—maybe even a clear niche. And yet… something still isn’t landing.   There’s a disconnect you can’t quite name. Visibility feels flat. Engagement isn’t growing.   You start wondering: Is it the content? The timing? The algorithm? Or… is it something deeper? […]

Feel Like Something’s Off in Your Brand? This 15-Minute Audit Will Show You What

August 6, 2025

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