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This is my place to think out loud. I write here because leadership is lived in real time, and sometimes the clearest insights come when I pause long enough to put language to what’s happening.

You’ll find reflection, straight talk, lessons from the field, and the kind of honesty that comes from actually doing the work, not performing it. Some weeks it’s personal. Some weeks it’s practical. All of it is rooted in clarity, integrity, and the courage to keep growing.

If you value thoughtfulness, real leadership, and work that aligns with who you are becoming, you’ll feel right at home here.

The New Power is Not So New

The New Power is Not So New

The New Power is Not So NewDesiree Foster-Collins
Published on: 12/15/2025

Women are redefining wealth on their terms, choosing financial independence, values based decisions, and entrepreneurship over traditional career paths. This article explores new data on women building wealth differently and why choice has become the new strategy.

Money & Wealth
Your System Isn’t Broken, It’s Overloaded: Why Simplifying Your Backend Builds Capacity

Your System Isn’t Broken, It’s Overloaded: Why Simplifying Your Backend Builds Capacity

Your System Isn’t Broken, It’s Overloaded: Why Simplifying Your Backend Builds CapacityDesiree Foster-Collins
Published on: 12/15/2025

A practical look at overloaded business systems and how simplifying your backend increases clarity, capacity, and sustainable growth.

Leadership and Strategy
You Are Not Late To Entrepreneurship. You Are Right On Time.

You Are Not Late To Entrepreneurship. You Are Right On Time.

You Are Not Late To Entrepreneurship. You Are Right On Time.Desiree Foster-Collins
Published on: 12/08/2025

Data-backed encouragement for people stepping into entrepreneurship later in life and why you are not late to the work.

Leadership
Saying Yes to the Right Things: A Leadership Practice for Women Who Carry Too Much

Saying Yes to the Right Things: A Leadership Practice for Women Who Carry Too Much

Saying Yes to the Right Things: A Leadership Practice for Women Who Carry Too MuchDesiree Foster-Collins
Published on: 12/06/2025

A guide for women entrepreneurs on discerning aligned decisions, releasing unhelpful commitments, and strengthening leadership boundaries.

LeadershipEntrepreneurshipPersonal Growth
The Real Economic Weather You’re Building Your Business In

The Real Economic Weather You’re Building Your Business In

The Real Economic Weather You’re Building Your Business InDesiree Foster-Collins
Published on: 12/01/2025

A look at the real economic conditions you are building your business in and what wise leadership looks like in this climate.

Leadership
The Year-End Reset: Leading Yourself with Clarity Before You Lead Anything Else

The Year-End Reset: Leading Yourself with Clarity Before You Lead Anything Else

The Year-End Reset: Leading Yourself with Clarity Before You Lead Anything ElseDesiree Foster-Collins
Published on: 11/25/2025

A leadership-focused year end reset for entrepreneurs, offering clarity-driven reflection questions and grounded preparation strategies for the new year.

VisionClarityLeadership and Strategy

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