By Janis Hillard August has a funny way of reminding you that time is moving whether you’re ready or not. The kids are heading back to school. Vacations are winding down. Summer Fridays are disappearing, and suddenly, everyone is talking about getting “back into a routine.” And then there's you. Still at the same job. Maybe you love it. Maybe you tolerate it. Maybe you absolutely cannot stand it—but you need the paycheck. And that's real talk. But needing a job doesn't mean

By: Dr. Lisa Marie Lee Created with Gemini The market calls it a "cautious reset." Hiring is cooling and job hopping has slowed. Professionals are clinging to current roles because they are afraid to move. Do not let this calm fool you. This is not stability. It is a defensive posture. Defense is never neutral. It never impacts everyone evenly. It currently lands hardest on Black professionals while institutions hide behind vague language to avoid naming who is protected and

By Janis Hillard This month's article is a little late. A week ago, I said goodbye to my dog. Like many people who have loved a pet, I underestimated how deeply that loss would affect me. I thought I'd bounce back quickly and resume my work. Instead, I found myself moving through the days a little slower, finding it harder to concentrate, and realizing that grief has a way of showing up when you least expect it. Which got me thinking... There are some mornings when getting d