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You Don’t Need a Title to Lead — You Need Alignment
Real influence starts from the inside out. You don’t need a title to lead—you need alignment. When we practice self-awareness, take time for daily reflection, and stay true to our values, we build something powerful: credibility.
And from there, real leadership flows. Influence isn’t about being the loudest in the room—it’s about being the most grounded. When your actions match your purpose, people notice.
💭 Try this:
What’s one habit or ritual you use to stay aligned with your purpose?Please let me know in the comments what you might consider to stay aligned with your purpose?
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How Humor Can Lighten the Room
A smile can make your design pitch twice as memorable. Humor, when done right, isn’t about being a comedian it’s about being human. A little laughter reminds everyone that design is supposed to bring joy, not stress. So the next time you walk into a presentation, bring your sense of humor along with your fabric swatches. You’ll leave behind not only a beautiful concept but also a positive impression.
Creating Connection: The overlooked power of eye contact
Eye contact is the designer’s secret to presence. It’s what transforms a presentation from mechanical to magnetic. Slides may show your ideas, but your eyes show your confidence and that’s what clients and audiences remember most.
Why Every Designer Should Practice Their Speech
In design, presentation is persuasion. When you practice speaking as much as sketching, you build trust, authority, and excitement around your ideas. A polished pitch can make the difference between a “maybe” and a “let’s do it.” Remember your voice is part of your professional toolkit. Use it well, and let it sell your vision as powerfully as your designs do.
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How I met your father
I know this is early but I wanted to share it now. I’m a member and president of Lehigh Valley Toastmasters this year. One of our members, John, signed up to be a speaker on Valentine’s Day on the 14th of February. John asked me to write about how I met Jerry.
Hi Linda! What a powerful blog post. Staying grounded in my favorite saying: “Health is our Greatest Wealth” helps me stay grounded and on purpose in both my personal life and my business life.
“Real Influence starts from the inside out” – I love that! Thank you for your powerful message! Diana
You’ve given me a lot to think about and I will have to return with my answer because I don’t know the answer to the question you asked. I do wish you a good day. Have a fun weekend.