Month: <span>July 2025</span>

Nicole's Corner
Career & Executive Support /
Your plan is a guide, not a prison.

At the beginning of this year, I didn’t do the usual vision board thing. No cut-out pictures. No Pinterest mood board. Instead, I sat down with a pen, a notebook, and the quiet weight of reflection—and I drew a career plan. This wasn’t a…

Career & Executive Support /
Your Approach Can Open—or Close—Doors

A young gentleman called my dad, and without any introduction, he dove straight into, “Bho here mdara ,basa rekufarm richipo here,” which translates to, “What’s up? Any job vacancy at your farm?” My dad, being the person he is, calmly asked the young man…

Mums and Wives /
The Real Cost of Financial Dependency

For many women, young adults, and even mothers, depending on someone financially feels like a natural arrangement—especially in relationships, family setups, or early career seasons. But here’s the hard truth: financial dependency often costs more than money. At first, it feels safe. You don’t…

For Mentees /
Stop the Leak: 10 Small Expenses That Drain Big Money

You work hard. The paycheck comes in. But somehow… it disappears. You’re not buying luxury items or throwing parties every weekend, but by month-end, you’re scrambling. The truth? It’s often not the big expenses that ruin your budget—it’s the small leaks. Let’s break down…

For Mentees /
Money and Marriage: The Conversations You Can’t Avoid

When two people fall in love, they talk about dreams, babies, the wedding venue… but rarely about bank statements. Yet, the one thing that will show up in every part of your marriage—from how you raise your children to how you plan holidays or…

Reflections & Lessons /
Don’t wait for life to demand your readiness.

This morning, I got a call that instantly took me back. It was from someone I know—someone who suddenly needed their driver’s license, today, without fail. There was no time left, no wiggle room. They needed it now. I paused for a moment, and…

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