The Swann School of Protocol - North County, CA

08/30/2026

Yesterday, August 29th, I had the distinct pleasure and honor of serving as a table facilitator for eight BIPOC young ladies in High School at the Women in NAACP (WIN) Women’s Wellness Seminar.

What an impactful, timely, and much-needed event!

Kristen Newsome, M.Ed., PCC, thank you for inviting me to be part of this incredible experience and for trusting me to contribute by facilitating meaningful conversations at the youth table. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to pour into the next generation while being surrounded by a room full of women committed to wellness, empowerment, equity, and access.🙏🏽

What I appreciated most was that this event recognized that wellness is not one-size-fits-all—and it doesn’t belong to just one stage of life. From youth to adulthood and beyond, having access to the knowledge, resources, relationships, and conversations that support our physical, financial, emotional, and community wellness matters.

And let me just say… I have been singing your praises since yesterday! 🙏🏽🩵

The intentionality behind this event, the caliber of the speakers and panelists, the resources, the conversations, and the overall experience were EXCELLENT.

I was so impressed that I’ve already invited about six people to check out future WIN events. That’s how strongly I believe in what you’re creating‼️

✅This work is important.
✅This conversation is necessary.
✅And this kind of space is needed.

Thank you to Kristin, the WIN Committee, and everyone who helped bring this beautiful event to life.

I’m looking forward to continuing to support WIN, the BIPOC youth, and My Sister’s Keeper Success Institute (MSKSI) as we continue creating opportunities for women and girls to access the tools, resources, connections, and support they need to thrive across the lifespan.

🩵 Grateful to have been in the room.
🩵Grateful to have contributed.
🩵And grateful to witness what happens when a community comes together with intention.

08/30/2026

📛 WHERE DOES MY NAME TAG GO? 📛

You’ve received your name tag… now where does it actually go? 👀

The proper placement is on the RIGHT-HAND SIDE of your body, just below your shoulder.

Why? Because proper placement makes your name visible, accessible, and easy for others to see and remember—especially when you’re meeting someone for the first time.

‼️A name tag isn’t just a sticker or badge. It’s part of your professional presentation and a simple tool for making introductions easier.

✨ Quick etiquette check ✨
Before you walk into your next event, look down and ask yourself:

❓”Can people easily see my name when they meet me?”

✅ Put it in the right place.
✅ Make introductions easier.
✅ Be tactful.
✅ Be purposeful.
✅ Be you.

— Dr. Tumona L. Austin
| Communication & Etiquette Expert








📢 CALL TO ACTION (CTA):
I would like to see what you’re doing in the comments please post a picture of you with your name tag from a recent event and share with us about that recent event

08/21/2026

It’s Friday - time to reflect upon the week and move forward into the weekend

08/19/2026

08/15/2026

08/10/2026

MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY | What Are You Working Toward? 🎯

We spend a lot of time talking about goals—but how often do we stop and ask ourselves whether our daily actions are actually aligned with those goals?

This week, I want you to check in with yourself:

✨ What are you working toward?
✨ Why does it matter to you?
✨ Are your actions aligned with where you say you want to go?
✨ What needs to change if they aren’t?

Sometimes the answer isn’t to work harder.

Sometimes it’s to pause, reassess, and realign.

Your goals don’t just need intention.

Your actions need alignment.

So this Monday, don’t just ask yourself, “What do I want?”

Ask yourself:

“What am I doing to get there?”

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08/09/2026

📚Happy National Book Lovers Day! 📚

Today, August 9th, is National Book Lovers Day—a day to celebrate the joy of reading, the power of stories, and the simple pleasure of getting lost in a good book. 📖

In a world filled with screens and constant notifications, today is the perfect reminder to pause, unplug, and turn a page.

Here are a few ways to celebrate:
📚 Visit your local library or independent bookstore.
☕ Find a cozy spot, park, or café and read for a while.
🎧 Listen to an audiobook while taking a walk.
💬 Share your favorite book, author, or literary quote with someone.

And if you’re a fellow book lover, tell me:

What genre do you love most?
What book would you recommend everyone read at least once?

As an author and lifelong learner, I know there is something powerful about a good book—it can teach us, challenge us, inspire us, and sometimes change the way we see the world.

So today, put down the screen and pick up a book. 📖✨

Happy reading!
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