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"I get that we all need to make money, but we also need to realize that life is short—time is precious." — Kellie Martin

Albertina (Mama) Zuma

Albertina (Mama) Zuma ON Confidence

Community Leader, Zimele Community

Q: Oprah has that great section in her magazine “What I know for sure”. What do you know for sure?

A: I know for sure that there is a God and He has always looked out for me. It’s reassuring to know there is something bigger than me out there watching out for me. READ MORE »

Tory Johnson

Tory Johnson ON Giving Back

Founder, Spark and Hustle & Women for Hire

Q: Can you share with us an experience of giving that was extremely rewarding or transformational?

A: One of my most high profile and rewarding experiences came in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. I made my donation like everyone else to the Red Cross, but as I watched images of people being bused from New Orleans to Houston, I had to do more. So I hopped on a plane, flew to Houston, rented a car and drove ... READ MORE »

Joanne Wilson

Joanne Solomon Wilson ON Giving Back

Blogger & Angel Investor, Gotham Gal

Q: What cause(s) have you chosen to support and why does it resonate with you?

A: I am a big believer in giving back. I was taught that from a young age. I was the first chairperson of MOUSE (Making Opportunities for Upgrading Schools in Education) MOUSE started out as a bridge to the digital divide which paired our families work in technology with helping kids have access. Their core program has changed as technology has ... READ MORE »

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Alle Fister ON Perseverance

Principal, Bollare Communications

Q: What or who in your life gives you the strength to persevere?

A: My team and our clients. I feel such a sincere level of passion and dedication to both groups. When times are tough or trying, I think of them and what the business means and has brought to these two important groups in my life. READ MORE »

LOREN RIDINGER

Loren Ridinger ON Happiness

Senior Vice President, Market America & Shop.com

Q: What do you think is the key to happiness?

A: Happiness is a state of mind.  It’s all within your consciousness. READ MORE »

Marie Forleo

Marie Forleo ON Confidence

CEO, Marie Forleo International Inc.

Q: Oprah has that great section in her magazine “What I know for sure.” What do you know for sure?

A: One of the things that I know for sure is something I learned from my mom.  Everything is figureoutable. No matter how big your dream is, or how challenging things get, if you stay focused and trust there is a way, you’ll find it. When you know in your heart that everything is figureoutable, you approach life with a sense ... READ MORE »