The Raring 20’s: What joy will you create this decade?
The Raring 20’s: What joy will you create this decade?

Every year I like to think of a slogan to encapsulate my vision for the next 365 days. Last year was ‘Living the dream in 2019.’ Before that, I was ‘Starting off clean in 2018.’ And I can't forget this nugget of poetic wordsmithing: ‘Everything’s great in 2008.’ But...

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Move over Michael Jordan, I’ve got my own shoe!
Move over Michael Jordan, I’ve got my own shoe!

I am a superstar in my own mind, and this was recently confirmed when I learned I inspired a sneaker Just like Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant, y’all. Big time! But Michelle, you’re not even a pro athlete, say the naysayers. Skk skkk skkk. I can explain....

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Go Team! Why cheering for others raises your own game
Go Team! Why cheering for others raises your own game

I was not the star kid on my soccer team. Shocker, I know, considering the size of my thighs (Schwarzenegger-ish) and the way I strut around like Team Captain, doling out nonstop direction: “Pass the ball! Take the shot! Put your dish in the dishwasher!” Still, once a...

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From Boys Club to Girls Team
From Boys Club to Girls Team

My creative partner and I both launched our advertising careers at a notorious boys club, both hired by a hotshot CD who has since, only quite recently, been outed in the media for his toxic culture and penchant for broism. Since ditching that scene to go freelance,...

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