Fresh From Taylor's Desk

An Elegant Perspective on Life, Leadership, and Growth

 

Below is a collection of pieces I write as an offering to anyone willing to listen. These are my reflections drawn from lessons, stories, and insights that continue to shape my own personal journey. My hope is that these words serve as a gentle spark of clarity when you feel uncertain, confidence when you need to stand tall,  or inspiration as you walk your own path of personal and professional growth.

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Breaking the Low Self Worth Cycle and Asserting your Needs! personaldevelopment selfawareness selfworth Apr 22, 2025

Asserting one's needs and desires is crucial in the intricate dynamics of human interactions. But what happens when an invisible force holds you back, making the simple act of speaking up feel like an...

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Why Personal Branding is the KEY to your Professional Development personalbranding personaldevelopment professionaldevelopment Apr 22, 2025

What is personal branding, and why is it so crucial to your personal and professional development?

As an Etiquette Advisor and award-winning personal branding expert, people often ask me What’s so im...

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Empowering Your Mindset: Turning "Can't" into "Can" empowerment personaldevelopment selfawareness Apr 22, 2025

In the journey of becoming the best version of yourself, your beliefs act as the threads that weave the story of your potential. However, there are often sneaky limiting beliefs holding you back. Let'...

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Overcoming Self-Doubt: Building Confidence from Within communication confidence empowerment personaldevelopment selfawareness selfdoubt Apr 22, 2025

Self-doubt can be an insidious companion on our journey to success. It often whispers in our ears, making us question our abilities, worthiness, and potential. But what if we could turn self-doubt int...

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The Power of Self-Awareness in Empowerment careergrowth personaldevelopment selfawareness Apr 22, 2025

Empowerment, in its essence, is about realizing your potential, understanding your strengths, and navigating your growth areas. One of the most potent tools in this journey is self-awareness. 

Self-a...

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Unmasking the Essence of Human Connection: Embracing Understanding and Compassion as Catalysts for Empathy empathy personaldevelopment selfawareness Apr 22, 2025

Have you ever paused to reflect on whether the true essence of authentic human connection is slipping away? 

Living in today's tech-filled world, it's easy to wonder if we're losing touch with what r...

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Learning to Embrace Fear is How We Grow! careergrowth emotionalgrowth personaldevelopment self help selfawareness Apr 16, 2025

Fear. It's a primal emotion wired into our very being, designed to keep us safe from harm. Yet, fear often manifests in unexpected ways, holding us back from seizing opportunities and reaching our ful...

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Three Things You Can Do Today to Boost Your Emotional Intelligence careergrowth effectivecommunication emotionalgrowth emotionalintelligence empathy personaldevelopment Apr 09, 2025

The ability to recognize, understand, and manage our emotions, as well as the emotions of others, plays a pivotal role in both our personal and professional lives. 

Having a high EQ (Emotional Quotie...

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Finding Your Voice: Beyond Words - A Coach's Perspective on Developing Your Communication effectivecommunication personaldevelopment professionaldevelopment selfawareness Mar 26, 2025

You have all seen the videos - ‘How to professionally say this…’ they are a hit all over social media and they offer some amazing - and funny - insights into how to assert your thoughts in a way that ...

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Elegantly in Charge: Corporate Nail Etiquette etiquetteforgrowth personaldevelopment personaletiquette self help selfawareness Mar 05, 2025

As an image consultant and stylist, I have often been asked about nail etiquette by my clients. It is a very good question however the answer isn't very straightforward as it truly depends on your per...

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Handling Intrusive Questions with Confidence and Grace boundaries communication effectivecommunication emotionalintelligence intentional behavior personaldevelopment selfawareness Feb 26, 2025

We’ve all been there. Someone asks a question that feels too personal, intrusive, or even outright rude. In many cases, these questions come from a place of curiosity, social awkwardness, or a simple ...

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The Art of Sincere Compliments: Elevating Connection Through Genuine Praise communication effectivecommunication emotionalintelligence intentional behavior personaldevelopment sincerecompliments sincerity Feb 19, 2025

Have you ever received a compliment that felt hollow—like the words were just being said out of politeness rather than truth? On the other hand, have you ever been on the receiving end of a truly hear...

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