Meeting the QCA Black Authors

Meet the QCA Black Authors

August is a special time in the Quad Cities Area. The Polyrhythm Jazz and Heritage Festival is a key event during the month. It has included, as part of that heritage, the QCA Black Authors Forum. This is the time when the community comes together in meeting the QCA Black Authors in one venue. The…

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Who’s In Your Network?

Who's in Your Network?

” We all need networks.” But have you ever stopped to wonder: Who’s In Your Network? What would life be like without networks? Most people consider a professional network a must, but what about your personal network? Do you have one? Whether business or personal, it’s always worth asking: Who is actually included when you…

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Fifth QC Black Authors’ Forum

QC Black Authors Forum; QC Black Authors Collective

Sometimes success can be measured by repetition. The upcoming Fifth QC Black Authors’ Forum highlights just how far we’ve come. I would not have thought five years ago that the Quad Cities Black Authors’ Forum would end up creating a Black Authors’ Collective. Through the forum and collective, I know of 15 to 20 writers…

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Does Your Organization Value Justice?

Does your organization value justice?

“Without Accountability, there is no justice.” (Randolph, 2020) What is justice? In the video below, we discussed justice based on our default response: our legal system. However, what does justice mean? Our good friend Merriam-Webster defined justice as “The quality of being fair and reasonable.” Pretty simple stuff, right? But does your organization value justice?…

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Why Giving Blood is Vital

Why Giving Blood is Important Dr. Burl Randolph, Jr., COL, US Army, Retired

“Giving blood saves lives. Maybe even yours.” Have you ever considered why giving blood is Vital? I decided to feature this topic because it is near and dear to my heart. Also, in support of one of the nonprofit Boards of Directors I serve on, ImpactLife Blood Center. The message of the current Give Blood television commercial is…

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Your $0.99 eBook Promo is Here!

Google Play Inspired, Not Retired eBook $0.99 Promo

Today is the start of the Inspired, Not Retired eBook Promo on Google Play. For just $0.99, you can enjoy an Amazon bestseller that has inspired hundreds of people to pursue their leadership journey or enjoy their retirement. Indeed, Your $0.99 eBook Promo is Here! Whatever the case, this sale runs from July 14-22, 2026,…

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Effective Coaching Conquers Distractions

Effective Coaching Conquers Life's Distractions

Staying focused today is difficult. Digital distractions, constant challenges, and a plethora of priorities draw leaders away from what’s most important. Does this sound like you? In my conversation with Farrukh Khawaja, I shared a core truth: one of the best ways to conquer distractions through effective coaching is to help people stay focused on…

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