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Phyllis Williams-Strawder

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in Los Angeles, The United States

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https://www.brandmashouse.com

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Business, Biography

Influences

Phyllis Wheatley, Nikki Giovanni, Langston Hughes

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February 2018

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https://www.goodreads.com/spressomischief

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	Morgan Mischief: @ the end of the day by Phyllis Williams-Strawder (Goodreads Author), Morgan P. Strawder 4.50 avg rating — 4 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	That Damn Girl Stuff: A Mother's Truth it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	Develop Your Authentic Brand: Show 'Em What Chu Working Wit it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	I'm Not Here To Fix My Face: Positioning Your Personal Brand Ten Toes Down In your Branded House by Phyllis Williams-Strawder (Goodreads Author), Vladamir Stojanovic (illustrator), Andjela Stojanovic (illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Branding, Boundaries & Bullshit: Going Against The Fuckery Of Being A Brand by Phyllis Williams-Strawder (Goodreads Author), Vanja Stojanovic (illustrator), Andjela Stojanovic (illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Identity Clinging Is Keeping You Small

I used to be known as Mrs. Mista. At first, the name felt like power. It gave me recognition in a world that didn’t always see me. But over time, that identity turned into a cage. I was clinging to a role that no longer fit, afraid that without it I’d disappear.That’s the danger of identity clinging. What once gave you validation eventually shrinks your vision. The role you’re clinging to isn’t ke Read more of this blog post »

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Animal Farm

by George Orwell

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DIY MFA: Write with Focus, Read with Purpose, Build Your Community

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Surrounded by Idiots: The Four Types of Human Behavior and How to Effectively Communicate with Each in Business (and in Life)

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“The choices you make are intentional even if the outcome is not. If they are not intentional that means your life has no rhyme or reason. You’re choosing to take chances without considering the risk.”
― Phyllis Williams-Strawder, Balance Is Bullshit: A Solopreneurs Guide To Making F*cking Decisions That Matter

tags: business, freelancing, personal-development, worklife-balance

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“Taking Ownership
The book is divided into three sections. First, Williams-Strawder asks readers to look inward and consider whether they're satisfied with their current situation. Next, she guides them through a process of understanding why striving for balance is actually holding them back, and finally offers actionable steps for making decisions that will lead to a more fulfilling life in each of the seven key areas of focus.
Throughout the book, readers will find themselves challenged, inspired, and equipped with the reality check they need to finally make the tough choices they put off till later. The author does not leave readers alone to face their flawed selves, though. Instead, she permits the readers to walk away from anything that is not serving them. What's ultimately important is cultivating a life that works for you- not what society, or even your family and friends, expect of you.”
― Phyllis Williams-Strawder, Balance Is Bullshit: A Solopreneurs Guide To Making F*cking Decisions That Matter

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