My Life Has Truly Been Some Journey

Throughout my short time on this Earth, I have been blessed to experience many things—from failures to successes, health issues to near-death experiences, being bullied to becoming a mentor, and everything in between. I have also been very fortunate to have met some truly amazing people in my life, with experiences both positive and negative, that have shaped my perspective. I find inspiration in even the darkest corners and strive to motivate the people I interact with daily.

Soft skills are anything but soft—they are the real hard skills that create, maintain, and expand professional opportunities.

Redefining Success on My Own Terms

To me, success is not about material wealth or possessions. It’s about how many people you can empower to define and achieve success for themselves. As an attorney, entrepreneur, and educator, I embrace the responsibility of sharing my failures, approaches, and mantras with others so they can grow and thrive.

Inspiring Others Through Strategy and Resilience

With the wealth of experiences I’ve gained, my mission is to inspire and equip others with the tools needed to chase their dreams, overcome obstacles, and strategically plan for their goals. Every challenge I’ve faced has only fueled my determination to help others chart a clearer path toward their own success.

From Queens to the World Stage

Born and raised in Queens, NY, and a proud product of the public school system, I carried my hustle through college and law school into a career dedicated to service. Whether through legal practice, youth advocacy, or mentorship, I’ve navigated hardships and triumphs alike. Today, I share my journey with audiences across the country—delivering over 30 keynote speeches, hundreds of workshops, and earning recognition as an award-winning speaker and program developer.

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Keynote Speeches

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Workshops

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Years Experience

Award-Winning

Speaker & Program Developer

Common Mistakes

I have had the opportunity to witness numerous speakers present their passion. I am often left with more questions and concerns than feeling informed or empowered. Below are some of the more common mistakes made when identifying and selecting a speaker to address your audience.

Right Speaker, Right Pay.

The best speaker for you will not always be the most expensive/well known speaker. Ask yourself “what is the expectation/needs of my audience?” Focus on the experience of the speaker rather than cost. More isn’t always better!

Don’t Talk About It, Be About It!

Be careful not to select someone who does not have personal experience in the topic being discussed. Reading a few books or articles does not make someone qualified to present on the topic. The market is inundated with “motivational speakers” who lack the personal experiences and insights to adequately connect with an audience.

Hiring An Egocentric Speaker.

You can recognize egocentric speakers by their need to squeeze their story in, regardless of whether it will help you achieve the objectives of the event. A good keynote speaker thinks of the people in the audience first and leaves a lasting, positive impression on them. Audience-centeredness is key!

Jeans and Sneakers Won’t Cut It.

Speakers who promote wearing jeans and t-shirts as the new norm in the professional world send the wrong message. Extensive research (Inc., Business Insider, Forbes, etc.) shows professional clothing boosts confidence, self-empowerment, increases abstract thinking, and feelings of competence and intelligence.

Great Speech-Now What?

Speakers often do a great job delivering a message and the audience is hooked and ready to change their lives. But how? If there is no practical, applicable plan of action following a presentation then it was all a waste and the audience will seek answers from the next speaker or source.