We Don’t Value Our Teachers: Here’s Why
My Thoughts | Personal Development | Posted on March 20, 2018 at 10:40 am by geneinletford
“Teaching is like being stuck in a bad marriage. You’re only in it because of the kids.” The first time I heard this quote, I chuckled. It was funny (though there’s nothing inherently funny about being trapped in a failing marriage or comparing the profession of education to it). But still, I laughed. […]
I’m Here – The Arts & International Women’s Day
Arts Integration | Mentorship | My Thoughts | Personal Development | Posted on March 8, 2018 at 10:46 am by geneinletford
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, I want to share this experience of how the arts can change your perspective on the way you see yourself and your position in life. As women, we often struggle with seeing ourselves as worthy, as beautiful, as competent and strong. Especially when we are in situations where we […]
An Open Letter to 18 Year Old Genein Jefferson
My Thoughts | Personal Development | Posted on January 1, 2018 at 8:14 pm by geneinletford
Dear Genein, You’re 18 and I am now 38. I don’t know if I should be writing you… my younger self. I’ve watched Back To The Future many times and I know what happens when you contact the ‘younger’ you. It never ends well. Nevertheless, I’ll take that risk if only just to […]
Time Is On Your Side – Or Is It?
Financial Literacy | My Thoughts | Posted on September 2, 2017 at 9:25 pm by geneinletford
Time is money – well at least it is in Justine Timberlake’s world in the movie, ‘IN TIME’. In the film, Will Salas (Timberlake) is a poor man who rarely has more than a day’s worth of life on his time clock but the wealthy had the resources to live forever. This is their reality […]
The Financial Number Every Household Needs To Know
Debt Free Living | Financial Literacy | Posted on August 15, 2017 at 5:08 pm by geneinletford
This is the number every household should know. Ours was -$50,000! Trust me. Watch the video, learn from our mistake and start your journey of getting your financial life on track. In debt? Stuck? Looking for financial coaching? Start here!
The Selfie Vs. The Shelfie
Mentorship | My Thoughts | Posted on July 3, 2017 at 5:40 am by geneinletford
With the advent of the cell phone camera, the selfie has risen to great prominence. But I would challenge you to grace me with a photo revealing another side of you; your bookshelf. We know you look good but instead of showing me what you’re wearing, show me what you’re reading. Share with me your […]
JOY: Business Inspiration In a Little Mop
My Thoughts | Posted on June 18, 2017 at 6:29 pm by geneinletford
An Ode to ‘Joy’ A Movie Review First of all let’s start with her name – Joy. Someone once told me, “Genein, God doesn’t care about your happiness because that‘s fleeting and built on things and situations. God cares about your joy, because that is what’s sustaining throughout it all.” Which is why […]
How We Paid Off Almost $100,000 Worth of Debt
Debt Free Living | My Thoughts | Posted on at 3:46 pm by geneinletford
“Free at last. Free at last. Thank God Almighty we’re free at last!” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It’s an honor to share this journey with you on Dr. Martin Luther King’s holiday because this journey is all about freedom. Freedom from a limited poverty mindset, freedom from ignorance, and freedom from DEBT. Check […]
The Cost of Not Having A Will or Trust
Debt Free Living | Financial Literacy | Posted on April 11, 2017 at 3:29 pm by geneinletford
Estate planning – ‘legal stuff people do when their loved ones die – is not really thought about for people who are not wealthy. But this is just as important for middle/low income people as it is for the wealthy. Learn what could happen to your assets (your stuff) or your children if you pass […]
