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Because the stories we live are shaped by the
wisdom we gather along the way

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For more than twenty years, I've had the privilege of teaching university students. Along the way, I've collected practical tools, thoughtful strategies, and lessons I wish someone had told me when I was just beginning.

 

Here you'll find resources on writing, presentation, mentorship, relationship-building, and the job search process —all created to help you grow in confidence and step into your work with purpose.

I believe each of us has been uniquely created with gifts to offer the world. While my novels tell stories that inspire hope, these resources are meant to equip you to write your own story with courage, wisdom, and intention.

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mentorship

Do you long for great mentoring relationships? Whether seeking mentors or mentees, most of us could be more intentional about these beneficial relationships. Or maybe you don't know where to begin. The following content areas may shed new light on this topic.

Definitions: How is mentorship defined?

Benefits: What are benefits in having or being a mentor?

How-To's: How do you build strong mentoring relationships?

Age | Gender | Ethnicity: How do age, gender and ethnicity influence mentoring?

Lessons Learned: Lessons learned from 14 years of teaching on this topic.

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