Crawford Leadership Strategies, LLC.

Crawford Leadership Strategies, LLC. Joyel Crawford is the CEO and Fairygodmentor®️ of Crawford Leadership Strategies grows leaders for a living.

If you are serious about your career
If you are driven
If you want to take your career to the next level
If you want to find meaningful work in your life
If you are open to investing in your success

Then-We need to work together! I am a mentor, career strategist, experienced leader who’s been there done that and wants to help you reach your highest potential.

06/11/2026

TBT👇🏾Thanks Jenkins for having me on your podcast.

06/08/2026

I am proud to share that I will be Co-Emcee at the 41st Annual National Alopecia Areata Foundation Conference on June 25-28, in Orlando, with Maureen McGettigan again!
This will be my 4th Conference. I was the opening keynote speaker at my first conference in 2023 and shared how we can RISE and Shine Together despite life's challenges. It was such an amazing experience!

Did you know that this conference is the largest gathering of the alopecia areata
community in the world? Sessions and programming focus on the following topics:
Treatment & Research
Support Groups
Parents & Family
Social Activities
Wigs & Camouflage
Education & Empowerment

There is also a Youth Camp* for those with alopecia areata and their siblings ages 5-17.
Come experience the magic of belonging and the power of community with me. Register today! www.naaf.org/conference

Limited financial assistance* may be available to help cover conference costs, including registration and lodging.
*Note: The deadline to apply for Youth Camp and financial assistance has passed. Please contact NAAF at [email protected] for more information.

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎Judy LackeyDrop a comment to welcome them to our community,
06/05/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎

Judy Lackey

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community,

Influence, NSA’s annual conference, is coming up July 25–27.Join NSA Philadelphia and members of NSA’s Elite chapters fo...
06/04/2026

Influence, NSA’s annual conference, is coming up July 25–27.

Join NSA Philadelphia and members of NSA’s Elite chapters for a free virtual conversation about making the most of Influence, building stronger chapter connections, and getting more involved in the NSA community.

Featuring panelists from NSA Carolinas, NSA Colorado, and NSA Mountain West, plus a fireside chat with Meridith Elliott Powell, Immediate Past President of the NSA National Board.

Thursday, June 18
7:00–8:30 pm ET / 4:00–5:30 pm PT
Free and open to members and non-members

Register here:
https://nsaphiladelphia.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=130&ts=1780367825

06/01/2026

Most leaders don’t have an accountability problem.

They have an expectation problem disguised as accountability.

In my latest Career View Mirror® conversation with leadership expert Dr. Karl Hebenstreit, we talked about something that quietly breaks teams every day:

People assuming everyone sees work the same way they do.

That assumption creates:
• burnout from unclear priorities
• resentment from unspoken expectations
• confusion disguised as “lack of performance.”

One thing Karl said really stuck with me:

“The Golden Rule only works if everyone is the same.”

And they’re not.

Different people are motivated differently.
Different people process differently.
Different people communicate differently.

Strong leadership isn’t about treating everyone the way *you* want to be treated.
It’s understanding what your people actually need to succeed.

Here’s the practical takeaway:
Before assuming someone is underperforming, ask yourself:
➡️ “Did I clearly communicate the expectation… or did I just assume they knew?”

That one question can change an entire workplace culture.

👋🏾 I’m Joyel Crawford, award-winning executive coach, speaker, and author of *Show Your Ask*. I help organizations strengthen leadership, communication, and workplace culture through conversations that create clarity—not confusion.

05/28/2026

Proud to share that Crawford Leadership Strategies is once again a sponsor of the HTEI Pride Parade. 🌈💗

As a leadership strategist, executive coach, and someone who believes deeply in creating workplaces and communities where people feel seen, valued, and empowered, supporting this event is personal.

Leadership thrives when people are free to show up as their authentic selves.
Innovation grows when inclusion isn’t performative — it’s practiced.
And communities become stronger when everyone feels like they belong.

At Crawford Leadership Strategies, we’re committed to helping leaders and organizations build cultures rooted in humanity, respect, courage, and connection.

Can’t wait to celebrate with this incredible community again this year. 🌈✨

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05/27/2026

Stop waiting for opportunities to find you! 🚀

It's all about building relationships and SHOWING your value.
Your parents' work ethic is great, but this generation's hustle is DIFFERENT. Time to get seen! 👀

That was one of the biggest takeaways from my conversation with HR executive and author Ebony Russ on Career View Mirror®.

Here’s the truth:

• Hard work alone is not a career strategy
• Visibility matters just as much as capability
• The workplace rewards people who know how to navigate relationships, communication, and perception

One moment from our conversation really stayed with me:

Ebony talked about how many of us were raised to believe:
“If you work hard, people will notice.”

But today’s workplace often requires more than hard work.
It requires advocacy.
Strategy.
Emotional intelligence.
And yes… sometimes learning the game after stumbling through it first.

One practical takeaway:
Track your wins before you need them.

Keep a running list of:
→ projects you led
→ problems you solved
→ difficult conversations you navigated
→ measurable results you created

Because confidence is easier when the receipts already exist.

And remember:
Knowing your value is one thing.
Showing it is another.

👋🏾 I’m Joyel Crawford, award-winning executive coach, speaker, and author of *Show Your Ask: Using Your Voice to Advocate for Yourself and Your Career.*

I help organizations and leaders strengthen communication, visibility, leadership confidence, and workplace culture from the inside out.

05/26/2026

You’re not being laid off…
…but you’re not moving forward either.

Let’s talk about it.

This is what I call Quiet Sidelining—and it can shake your confidence if you don’t name it.

Here are 3 signs it’s happening:

1️⃣ You’re busy but not advancing
2️⃣ Feedback has gone silent or vague
3️⃣ Others are growing… and you’re not

Here’s the truth:

Silence at work is STILL communication.

And your next move?
➡️ Get clarity
➡️ Advocate for yourself
➡️ Stop waiting to be chosen

Because if your growth has stalled…

It might not be you.
It might be the environment.

Save this if you needed the reminder 🤎
Read the full article in the comments.

05/20/2026

“Work-life balance” isn’t about perfectly juggling everything.

It’s about having the courage to advocate for what you need before burnout makes the decision for you.

I had the opportunity to share my perspective on ABC News Live Weekend with Gio Benitez about the realities of work-life balance (I call it work-life flow), boundaries, and why so many professionals are quietly running on empty.

One thing I’ve learned after coaching thousands of leaders:

✨ Balance isn’t a destination.
✨ It’s a series of intentional choices.
✨ And sometimes the most productive thing you can do… is rest.

Grateful to continue these conversations on national television and help normalize healthier, more human leadership. 🤎

🎥 Watch the segment here:
[How to Achieve Work-Life Balance | ABC News](https://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/video/achieve-work-life-balance-123074532)

👋🏾 I’m Joyel Crawford, award-winning executive coach, speaker, and author of Show Your Ask: Using Your Voice to Advocate for Yourself and Your Career. I help organizations and professionals build healthier leadership cultures, strengthen employee engagement, and lead with confidence without burning out.

➡️ Looking for a speaker or executive coach for your team or event? Let’s connect.

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