Authentically Written
Blog articles about communications, marketing, advertising and more.
✨ Gratitude and discernment ✨
I’m deeply grateful for the opportunities, education, and relationships that have come with every role. For me, work has never been just about tasks. It’s about discovery, growth, and producing meaningful work. My journey has produced some interesting lessons like …
Using time away to rest and recharge
A couple of weeks ago, I shared thoughts on making time for the important things in life and how to maximize the free time you do have. Multitasking can be smart, but at some point, you’ve got to dedicate time away for yourself.
Reflections on Veterans Day as an Army brat and wife
This week, I pause with deep gratitude for all who have served our country, and especially for my two favorite veterans: my dad and husband.
Maximizing time in a hurried culture
Ask someone how they are doing today, and you already know the answer. Busy.
Step-by-Step: Finding presence in autumn walks
Walking has become one of my go-to mindfulness tools. Not for the steps or pace but rather for the internal and external presence. Mind, body, and spirit, I believe we’re made of all three…
Servant leadership leads to purpose-filled results
Leadership isn’t about titles; it’s about service. The most effective leaders are those who put people first. That’s why I strive to lead with a servant’s heart and mindset: listening deeply, supporting intentionally, and empowering consistently.
What does being a servant leader look like in action?
On mindfulness and writing
How mindfulness and writing can help fuel creativity: This year, I’ve used mindfulness to elevate my writing. It has helped me be more intentional. When I slow down I notice more. I become less reactive and more reflective.
Mindfulness is a growth mindset
Mindfulness has been my quiet resolution word of the year. From intentional breathing to guided meditation to carving out time for reflection, I’m forming the important habit of slowing down; not just to rest but to listen to myself, to others, to the moment I’m living in.
The gentle pause of autumn: A season for letting go and leaning in
I was born in the spring, but I am reborn every fall. There's something about autumn that invites me to exhale and take a gentle pause.
✨Top 3 marketing tools that keep me focused, creative, and aligned ✨
As a communications leader, I’m constantly balancing strategy, storytelling, and execution. While I use a variety of tools throughout my work week, these three tools have become my go-to resources …
The gift of reading
At an early age, my parents gave me one of the greatest gifts: a love of reading. Over the years, that love evolved into an affinity and talent for writing. Today, I consider myself a genuine and effective storyteller; not just because I know how to string words together but because I’ve learned how to make them resonate.
🎉 130 years of excellence at the University of Texas at Arlington 🎓
This year, my alma mater celebrates 130 years of shaping minds, building futures, and serving its community—and I couldn’t be prouder to be part of that legacy.
My takeaways from Inbound 2025
I recently had the incredible opportunity to attend my first Inbound conference in San Francisco. HubSpot’s premier event is the go-to destination for anyone looking to dive deep into digital marketing, covering everything from research and execution to reporting and evaluation. This is some of what I learned and experienced.