LiquidWealth™ System → Helping Middle & High-Income Canadians & Business Owners Slash Taxes and Grow Wealth Tax-Free–without Losing Liquidity | Ex-TotalEnergies | Ex-Schlumberger | Ex-Drilling Fluids & Cementing Engineer

If you're a high-income earner or business owner in Canada…

You’re stuck in a system designed to maximize what you owe.

✔︎ Corporate taxes eat into your profits.
✔︎ Personal taxes shrink your take-home income.
✔︎ Investment gains? The CRA takes its healthy share of that, too.

The more successful you become, the bigger the tax bill.

Sure, your accountant follows the rules. Keeps you compliant. Files your returns.

But do they have a real strategy to stop the bleeding?

Because if they did, you wouldn’t be reading this right now.

The ultra-wealthy play by a different set of rules—because they know the system inside and out.

And I’m going to let you in on a little secret…

They use little-know insurance-based vehicles as powerful tax shelters—one that allows them to grow their wealth tax-free while keeping full access to their money.

You should be playing the game with their rulebook. And that’s precisely why I developed the LiquidWealth™ System.

A proprietary strategy designed to:

→ Slash corporate and personal tax exposure.
→ Turn your business into a tax shelter – instead of a tax-target.
→ Create a tax-free retirement income stream
→ Protect and grow your wealth tax free—without losing liquidity.

Look, the government isn’t going to call you up and tell you how to pay less tax.

That’s on you.

And if you want to see how this can work for your specific situation, the next move is simple.

Connect and message me here on LinkedIn to start a conversation.

Because the less you give to the CRA, the more you have to invest, grow, and enjoy.


Shoot me a direct message here on LinkedIn or connect with me at:
☏ +1 (403) 861-3613
✉ ikenna.affam@mygreatway.ca
https://www.greatwayfinancial.com/

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Disclaimer: The information presented is for educational and general informational purposes only. It should not be interpreted as financial or investment advice. Each individual must evaluate their unique goals, risk tolerance, and circumstances before making any decisions. The author bears no responsibility for any outcomes based on this information.

Ike AFFAM

You’re not behind. You’re being prepared.

In a world that glorifies speed, it’s easy to feel late.

You scroll and see people “ahead.”

New jobs. New houses. New milestones.

And suddenly, your pace feels like punishment.

But here’s what no one tells you:

Delay isn’t denial.

It’s development.

The roots grow first — unseen, uncelebrated, underground.

Then the fruit appears.

Maybe you’re in your root season right now.

The quiet building season.

The unseen progress.

You’re not stuck. You’re being strengthened.

And that foundation you’re building? 

It’s what will hold the weight of your future.

So don’t curse the slow days.

They’re your preparation days.

🌱 Keep building. You’re closer than you think.

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When a competent employee gets fired for something trivial…

It says more about the leadership than the employee.

Some companies don’t lose talent —

They push it out because excellence made someone uncomfortable.

Here’s what usually happens:
 🔹 A strong performer speaks up.

 🔹 Someone insecure feels exposed.

 🔹 A minor issue becomes a major offence.

 🔹 And suddenly, a “replacement” shows up — cheaper, inexperienced, compliant.

Short-term comfort.

Long-term chaos.

Because when you trade competence for control:

📉 Productivity drops

📉 Culture fractures

📉 Trust evaporates

And leaders wonder why everything feels harder.

The truth?

If you can fire your best people over small things,

You weren’t protecting the company —
 
You were protecting an ego.

♻️ Repost this if you believe leadership without fairness is just management with panic.

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#WednesdayWisdom #Leadership #EmployeeRelations #IkeAffam

Solomon never asked for wealth.

He asked for wisdom.

And wealth came looking for him.

That’s the divine principle most people miss:

Money follows mastery.

Influence follows insight.

Here’s the truth:

🟢 Wisdom creates what money can’t buy — sustainability.

🟢 The rich chase returns. The wise build systems.

🟢 When you understand value, wealth becomes a byproduct, not a pursuit.

Solomon didn’t inherit prosperity — 

He engineered it through understanding.

Your greatest investment isn’t in markets.
 
It’s in mindset.

Don’t pray for more — prepare for more.

Because wealth without wisdom is just a countdown to waste.

♻️ Repost this if you believe wisdom is still the highest form of wealth.

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#BusinessPrinciples #SundayThought #Leadership #BuildBetter #IkeAffam

He walked into the office on Monday. 

No applause. No spotlight. 

No special attention.

By Friday, the team had delivered a project three days ahead of schedule.

Why?

He didn’t talk about his position.

He didn’t demand attention.

He did small things:

✅ Checked in with people before problems got big.

✅ Recognized effort quietly, but consistently.

✅ Removed obstacles instead of adding rules.

Leadership isn’t about visibility.

It’s about making people perform without you needing to shine.

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#MondayMotivation #Leadership #IkeAffam

Morgan Housel once said,

“The most powerful form of wealth is not needing to impress anyone.”

Read that again.

Wealth isn’t just a number in your account —

It’s peace of mind that can’t be taxed.

It’s the calm that comes from knowing your money serves you, not your image.

Too many people go broke trying to look rich.

The truly wealthy? 

They build quietly — protected, tax-efficient, and long-term.

They don’t chase validation.

They chase freedom.

Because real financial confidence doesn’t shout.

It rests. It plans. It compounds in silence.

Build the kind of wealth that doesn’t need to be seen — only sustained.

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#ThursdayThoughts #Wealth #Freedom #IkeAffam

Most people aren’t drowning because life is hard.

They’re drowning because they said “yes” too many times.

You don’t need a new planner.

You need a new priority list.

You can’t do deep work if you’re addicted to being available.

Every “yes” divides your focus.

Every “no” protects your power.

Let’s be real - burnout isn’t a badge of honor.

It’s proof that boundaries were never built.

So this week, ask yourself:

👉 What can I say no to — so I can say a stronger yes to what truly matters?

Because success isn’t about doing more.

It’s about doing what matters without apology.

♻️ Repost this to remind someone: peace is a productivity strategy.

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#MondayMotivation #Focus #SuccessPrinciples #IkeAffam

Nehemiah didn’t pray for walls.

He built them.

When he saw ruins, he didn’t host a conference about vision —

He picked up bricks and started work.

That’s the difference between dreamers and builders:

Dreamers talk about what could be.

Builders create what should be.

Here’s the truth:

🟢 Vision means nothing without execution.

🟢 Prayer fuels purpose — but action fulfills it.

🟢 Opposition doesn’t stop real leaders — it sharpens them.

Nehemiah didn’t need applause.

He needed completion.

Because success isn’t found in starting projects —

It’s found in finishing them.

♻️ Repost this if you believe God blesses builders — not just believers.

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#BusinessPrinciples #SundayThought #Leadership #BuildBetter #IkeAffam

Insecurity is loud because it needs an audience.

Confidence is quiet because it doesn’t.

You don’t need to prove what’s already true.

You don’t need to perform when you’re grounded.

Insecurity shouts.

Confidence shows.

Here’s how insecurity exposes itself:

 ❌ Overexplaining simple wins.

 ❌ Competing with everyone.

 ❌ Needing constant validation.

 ❌ Mistaking noise for influence.

And here’s how confidence responds:

 ✅ It listens more than it talks.
 
 ✅ It praises others without feeling smaller.
 
 ✅ It chooses calm over chaos.
 
 ✅ It is unmoved by comparison.

The strongest people in the room rarely dominate the room —

they stabilize it.

When you stop trying to appear powerful,

you finally become it.

♻️ Repost this to remind someone that true leadership doesn’t shout — it shows.

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Here’s the truth most leaders ignore:

Your ego costs you:

📉 Top talent who leave quietly.

📉 Teams who only do the minimum.

📉 Opportunities that die in silence.

Because ego whispers:

“Control everything. Protect your turf. Be the smartest in the room.”

Wisdom says:

“Distribute authority. Multiply impact. Celebrate others’ strengths.”

The difference between weak leaders and great leaders?

✅ Weak leaders hoard power.

✅ Great leaders create power for others.

Christine Caine said it best: “See someone else’s strength as a complement, not a threat.”

♻️ Repost if you believe leadership is measured by what you give away, not what you keep.

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#TuesdayThoughts #Leadership #IkeAffam

Legacy is built in private long before it’s seen in public.

Every late night.

Every small correction.

Every choice you make when nobody’s watching —

that’s the real investment account of your life.

Legacy isn’t a monument.

It’s a pattern of integrity.

Don’t chase visibility.

Build credibility.

When your name carries weight, 

It doesn’t need volume.

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#WinningWednesday #Legacy #IkeAffam

Don’t chase approval.

Don’t build your life on applause, likes, or recognition.

Here’s the truth: God never works that way.

He calls, equips, and blesses before anyone notices.

He honors faithfulness in the unseen.

Take Noah, for example:

 ✅ He built an ark when it made no sense.
 ✅ He obeyed when everyone doubted.
 ✅ He trusted a promise bigger than the problem.

Faithfulness doesn’t depend on recognition - 

It depends on alignment with purpose.

Your work, your calling, your mission -

It’s seen by the One who matters.

What’s one step of obedience you’ve been postponing because the crowd hasn’t applauded yet?

♻️ Share this to remind someone that faithful action always precedes breakthrough.

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#SundaySense #BiblePrinciples #IkeAffam

The best leaders don’t create followers.

They create stability in the middle of chaos —

and there’s no better time to practice that than a new month.

New months expose leadership gaps.

Some teams start energized.

Some start confused.

Some don’t even know what the goals are.

That’s where leadership shows up.

Great leaders do what most people overlook:

 1️⃣ They set clear priorities—not vague wishes.

 2️⃣ They communicate expectations before problems arise.

 3️⃣ They clear old conflicts so momentum stays clean.

 4️⃣ They refocus the team and remove unnecessary pressure.

 5️⃣ They reward consistency, not noise.

 6️⃣ They give direction without controlling every step.

 7️⃣ They fix the processes that slowed last month.

 8️⃣ They model the discipline they expect.

 9️⃣ They create a plan—and the calm to execute it.

 🔟 They make sure everyone knows: we’re moving forward together.

People don’t thrive under pressure.

They thrive under clarity.

And clarity is a leadership skill — not a personality trait.

♻️ Repost this if you believe leadership is a responsibility — not a role.

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#MondayMotivation #Leadership #IkeAffam

I once worked with a manager who never raised his voice — 

but everyone respected him deeply.

One day, I asked him why.

He said:

“Because the moment you have to use fear to lead,

you’ve already lost influence.”

That hit hard.

Too many leaders mistake pressure for power.

But leadership isn’t about proving dominance —

It’s about protecting dignity.

When people trust you enough to be honest,

to fail safely, to disagree respectfully —

That’s when you’ve built something worth following.

True leadership isn’t loud.

It’s consistent, calm, and quietly confident.

The ones who roar the least…

Often lead the best.

♻️ Repost this to challenge the idea that louder means stronger.

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#TuesdayThoughts #Leadership #IkeAffam

The wealthy don’t work harder.

They work smarter — especially with taxes.

Here’s the real difference between high income and real wealth:

1️⃣ The average earner pays taxes first, then lives off whatever remains.

2️⃣ The strategic earner uses structures that let money grow tax-free and uninterrupted.

3️⃣ The LiquidWealth™ client keeps liquidity, protection, and peace of mind — all at the same time.

You can’t outwork a broken system.

But you can outsmart it.

And the moment you change how you structure your finances,

you change the trajectory of your entire financial future.

♻️ Share this with someone who’s ready to upgrade how they think about money.

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Your 2026 results will come from the habits you practice this month.

Everyone plans in January.

Leaders plan in December.

Because momentum isn’t born in a new year —

It’s carried into it.

Here’s what strong leaders do right now:

  ✔ They review the year without excuses.

  ✔ They reinforce what worked.

  ✔ They retire what drained the team.

  ✔ They choose clarity over last-minute chaos.

  ✔ They enter January with direction — not desperation.

You don’t rise with the new year.

You rise with new decisions

♻️ Repost to remind someone to set the tone for 2026.

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#ThinkingTuesday #Leadership #Planning #IkeAffam

Your team isn’t lazy. 

They’re Lost.

Most people don’t wake up deciding to underperform.

They just don’t know what winning looks like.

Leaders love to talk about “ownership”…

but forget that ownership requires clarity.

If your people don’t know:

 ➡️ what success means,

 ➡️ how it’s measured, and

 ➡️ why it matters —

Then they’re not unmotivated. They’re unguided.

You can’t hold people accountable for expectations you never made visible.

💡 Great leadership isn’t about shouting louder — it’s about showing clarity

Define the win.

Communicate the goal.

Then get out of their way.

Because when vision is visible, momentum becomes natural.

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#WednesdayWisdom #Leadership #IkeAffam

People don’t buy what you do.

They buy why you do it.

Simon Sinek said it best —

And it still holds true in business, leadership, and legacy.

You can sell insurance.

You can sell strategy.

You can sell systems.

But if people don’t feel your why, they’ll never buy your what.

Because humans don’t follow transactions.

They follow trust.

The most powerful brands and leaders in the world all have one thing in common:

A crystal-clear conviction that answers:

👉 “Why does this work matter?”

When your purpose is loud, your marketing doesn’t have to be.

💡 Don’t just sell services.

Sell beliefs that outlive you.

♻️ Repost this if your brand’s “why” still beats louder than your product.

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High achievers don’t burn out because they’re weak.

They burn out because they’ve been strong for too long.

The silent ones.

The dependable ones.

The ones who carry the weight no one sees.

If this year drained you, it’s not because you lacked discipline.

It’s because you carried responsibility with no room to breathe.

As the year wraps up, do this:

✔ Rest before you break.

✔ Reflect before you repeat.

✔ Realign before you restart.

Strength isn’t only about going harder.

Strength is also knowing when to pause.

♻️ Repost this to remind someone that it’s okay to rest, reflect, and realign before restarting.

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#MondayMindfulness #Leadership #IkeAffam

If you only hold others accountable when they fail…

You’re not a leader — you’re a supervisor.

True leadership starts with the mirror, not the megaphone.

Because here’s the truth:

🟢 You can’t demand discipline you don’t model.

🟢 You can’t preach excellence from a place of excuses.

🟢 Your habits become your team’s standard.

People don’t rise to your expectations —

They rise to your example.

Control gets compliance.

Accountability builds culture.

Leadership isn’t about making people move.

It’s about moving first.

Before you correct the team, correct the tone.

Before you point the finger, check the mirror.

The best leaders lead from within — and it shows without.

♻️ Repost this if you believe real leadership starts with personal accountability.

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#WednesdayWisdom #Leadership #IkeAffam

Wealth without liquidity is stress disguised as success.

You can’t call it freedom if you can’t touch it.

You can’t call it growth if you can’t access it.

And you can’t call it wealth if you’re waiting for permission to use your own money.

Most people focus on earning more.

The wealthy focus on structuring better.

Because true wealth isn’t about the size of your income —

It’s about how smoothly your money can move when life or opportunity shows up.

Liquidity is what keeps you flexible.

It’s what keeps you protected.

It’s what keeps you in control.

So let me ask you: Is your money truly yours to use… 

Or just yours on paper?

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Senior Manager Strategy & Transformation in the Financial Services | Strategic Leadership Coach | Speaker | Mentor | Leader, passionate about people and continuous organizational improvement | 2x LinkedIn Top Voice

Global Senior Manager with 15+ years' banking experience in areas of Enterprise Risk Management, Governance, Strategic Transformation Projects, and Change Management with a heavy focus on Executive Leadership Reporting. Demonstrated ability to cultivate strong relationships, influence others, and lead high performing teams that advance global priorities. 

Committed to continuous organization improvement, enhancing customer experience and delivering solutions to support strategic financial and business decision-making. 

As a persuasive communicator fluent in English and Spanish, I effectively engage with clients, regulators, stakeholders, management, and staff at all levels. My diverse background includes extensive experience in ERM frameworks, risk culture programs, control assessments, audits, capital structure optimization, and statistical modelling for risk management matters. Leader with a proven track record of leading large-scale projects, implementing change management strategies, and delivering cost savings through efficient project management methodologies.

Core competences include:
•Enterprise Risk Management •Governance & Compliance •Operational Risk •Internal Audit • Executive Leadership Reporting & Analytics •Project Management •Change Management •Data Risk •Model Risk •Strategic Risk •Coaching & Talent Development •SAS/SPSS/DWH •SharePoint & Power Apps •Power BI/Python/R •Copilot •Agile/ Waterfall •JIRA/Confluence •Six Sigma/Kaizen •Protiviti

Diana Lasso

Fear isn’t the enemy. 
Staying stuck is!

Comfort zones feel safe.
But they also keep us small.

You want more:
➟ Impact
➟ Fulfillment
➟ Confidence

Yet fear whispers: What if you fail?
Instead, ask: What if you don’t?

Every breakthrough starts with discomfort.
Every success story begins with a risk.

As Nelson Mandela said, 
"Courage is not the absence of fear, 
but the triumph over it."

You don’t need to take a giant leap.
Just one step forward.

P.S. What’s one change that helped you grow?

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What makes someone a Top Performer?
 → It’s not a title
 → It’s not a one-time win
 → It’s who you are, every single day!

In a company with 90,000 employees across 55 countries, 
standing out is hard.

→ The pressure is real.
→ The expectations are high.
→ And some days feel heavier than others.

But I’m here to tell you something important:
It is possible!

Yesterday, I felt deeply humbled and grateful
to receive the Best of the Best award
in the Top Individual Performance category.

Thank you to my Senior Leadership Team,
my team, my mentors, my mentees,
my LinkedIn community, and to you reading this.
This recognition belongs to all of you!

Thank you for the space, the trust, and
the support to live my purpose and 
show up as the best version of myself.

Leadership is a shared journey, and
I’m grateful to walk it with you.

Here are my 3 secrets:

1- Clarity of purpose:
 → Know exactly why you do what you do.
 → Turn that “why” into daily, intentional actions.

2- Commitment to growth:
 → Invite feedback, even when it’s uncomfortable.
 → See every challenge as a chance to evolve.

3: Consistency with heart:
 → Show up fully. especially on the hard days.
 → Deliver not only results but trust.

As Aristotle said,
"Excellence is not an act, it is a habit." 

Be the person who gets things done.
You already have what it takes!

P.S. What’s your go-to strategy to perform at your best?

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Good luck is a myth.
A story we tell ourselves.
A comforting tale that makes success look effortless.

But here’s the truth:
The master has failed more times
than the beginner has even tried.

This isn’t about luck.
 ↳ It’s resilience.
 ↳ It’s persistence.
 ↳ It’s showing up, again and again.

Think of Thomas Edison.
When asked about his thousands of failed attempts
before inventing the light bulb, he said:
“I have not failed.
 I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.”

Success is a collection of failures.
 
Failures that:
 ↳ Teach
 ↳ Shape leaders
 ↳ Build character

Leaders aren’t born.
They are forged through experiences,
especially the painful ones.

Mastery evolves every time you show up.
 ↳ Showing up builds resilience.
 ↳ Showing up strengthens your effort.
 ↳ Showing up reinforces your choice to grow.

So, the next time you see someone succeed, remember:
It wasn’t good luck.
It was good lessons learned.

The road to mastery is built on failures,
each one a stepping stone to something greater.

Your story is proof of your resilience. Own it!

P.S. What small win are you proud of today?

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Sometimes all you need is charisma
(and one moment taught me exactly why).

Five years ago, I walked into a meeting
already feeling rushed.

Too many tasks.
Too many tabs open in my mind.
Too many versions of me trying to keep it together.

I sat down, pretending to be fine.
Inside, I was overloaded.

Then a colleague looked at me
and gave me a simple, open, genuine smile.
I still remember it like it was yesterday.

We’ve all met someone like that.
Someone whose presence feels warm.
Someone who makes you feel good
before a single word is spoken.

In that moment, something shifted.
My shoulders relaxed.
My breath slowed.
I felt seen.

No words.
Just presence.
And the entire room felt different.

That moment taught me something powerful:
Charisma begins before you speak.
It’s the emotional message you send
When your inner world feels steady.

Charisma is not a performance.
It’s a practice.

Charisma is about:
→ Feeling aligned with yourself.
→ Connecting with warmth and intention.
→ Leaving people emotionally better.

If you want to lead well,
You must work on your presence.

When we train our presence, we:
→ Build trust faster.
→ Strengthen connection.
→ Create safer, warmer spaces at work.

Here are 5 simple ways to train your charisma every day:
→ Ground your energy before you enter a room.
→ Show warmth in small, genuine ways.
→ Keep your posture open and steady.
→ Listen fully, without rushing the moment.
→ Aim for people to feel lighter after talking to you.

As Brené Brown says,
“Connection is why we’re here.”

Charisma grows when you feel calm inside.
It expands when you lead with warmth.
And it becomes unforgettable
When your presence helps others breathe easier.

P.S. What’s one small action you'll practice today to grow your charisma?

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Anyone can lead when things are easy.
But the real measure of a leader?
How you treat people when things fall apart.

Kindness is often misunderstood.

It’s not:
 → Saying yes to everything.
 → Pretending everything is fine.
 → Avoiding the hard conversations.

Kindness is how you show up when it matters most.

→ It’s courage to make the right call.
→ It’s respect, especially when emotions run high.
→ It's clarity, even when the truth is uncomfortable.

As Brené Brown said, 
“Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind.”

Kindness costs nothing.
But its impact?
↳ Huge

Lead with heart and let that be your legacy.

P.S. What’s your go-to strategy to lead with kindness?

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Your next chapter starts with one simple step:
Understanding the one you just finished.

Most people rush into planning 2026:
→ New goals
→ New dreams
→ New intentions

But here’s the truth:
You can’t design your future 
If you don’t understand your present.

→ We forget our wins.
→ We magnify the hard moments.
→ We overlook the small things that made us feel alive.

As Stephen Covey said,
“Begin with the end in mind.”
And that starts by knowing where you’re standing today.

Here are 5 Tips to Create Intentional Goals for 2026:

1. Revisit your year:
✓ Review your calendar to remember what actually happened.
✓ Write down the top 3 moments that defined your year (good or bad)

2. Track the moments that made you happier:
✓ Identify where you felt most alive (places, people, activities)
✓ Highlight 3 things you want to feel more often next year.

3. Write down what worked, and what didn’t:
✓ Capture 3 wins you want to repeat in 2026.
✓ Capture 3 things you’re ready to leave behind.

4. Capture the lessons that shaped you:
✓ Write the 3 biggest lessons this year taught you.
✓ Turn each lesson into one simple action for 2026.

5. Notice what is changing around you:
✓ Acknowledge shifting priorities (family, health, values)
✓ Set one goal that honors the reality of where you are now.

2026 isn’t just another year.
It’s an invitation to create a life with clarity, intention, and truth.

And when you're ready, use the SMART method:

 S —  Specific: Clear and concrete.
 M — Measurable: With a number you can track.
 A —  Achievable: Realistic for your life today.
 R —  Relevant: Connected to your values and priorities.
 T —  Time-bound: With a deadline that creates momentum.

SMART makes your goals:
→ Real
→ Visible
→ Actionable

And here’s the best part:
When you gain clarity, your confidence returns.
When you choose with intention, your energy rises.
And when you design your year with truth, 
Your life begins to feel like it’s finally yours again.

Step into 2026 with clarity. Lead it with purpose.

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Your resume opens the door.
Your Power Skills decide if you stay in the room.

The game has changed.

Today, everyone has:
↳ Talent
↳ Credentials
↳ Experience

So, what makes you different
In a global, fast-moving world?

Your judgment.

Maybe you’ve felt it too,
you deliver, you show up, you care…
and still, growth feels out of reach.

Your next promotion isn’t about time in the company.
↳ It’s about how you interpret information,
↳ anticipate what’s coming,
↳ and make decisions with a human touch.

And the data is clear:
LinkedIn: Power Skills drive 89% of promotions.
McKinsey: Strong judgment improves decisions 3.8x.
IBM: Critical thinking and adaptability are CEOs’ top 3 priorities.
WEF: Cognitive flexibility is the #1 differentiator for 2030.
PwC: 72% of executives value judgment over technical expertise.

AI can give you all the data you want.
But your Power Skills
will define your future.

That’s why I created the 5-step MINDS Formula
to help you stand out in rooms where decisions are made.

M — Map:
→ Name the real problem in one sentence.
→ Identify the three elements that shape the outcome.

I — Investigate:
→ Look for the pattern behind the data.
→ Ask what’s missing, not just what’s shown.

N — Notice:
→ Picture the best and worst scenario.
→ Identify who will feel each choice.

D — Design:
→ Create two or three real options.
→ Test a small step before a big decision.

S — Sense:
→ Combine data, intuition, and ethics.
→ Choose what you can explain calmly a year from now.

As Albert Einstein said:
“Not everything that counts can be counted.” 

Leadership starts when you trust your own decisions.
Own your growth.
Own your judgment.
Own the leader you’re becoming.

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Now that you’re back in person,
You feel more tired when you get home.

You are not alone
This has a name: Neurofatigue.

When your brain moves from a controlled environment
to noise, movement, conversations, fluorescent lights,
and constant social evaluation,
Its energy drains faster.

Deloitte found it in 2024:
↳ Emotional exhaustion rises by 52%

You’re not losing capacity.
You’re navigating overexposure.

But you can protect your energy.
You can also train your brain to adapt.

Here are 5 Simple Anchors to Stay Strong During In-Person Work:

1. Manage your brain’s load early:
↳ Simple mornings create stronger days.
➟ Pick one clear priority first.
➟ Delay non-urgent chats until after your focus block.

2. Give yourself small pauses:
↳ Tiny resets work wonders.
➟ Take a quiet 3-minute pause between tasks.
➟ Stand and walk every hour to release tension.

3. Use your social energy wisely:
↳ Connection fuels you. 
➟ Choose two meaningful conversations to invest in.
➟ Step away when everything feels too intense.

4. Protect the space where you think:
↳ Your attention is gold.
➟ Review emails in set time blocks.
➟ Turn off notifications during deep work.

5. Take care of your body:
↳ Physical comfort boosts mental clarity.
➟ Keep water at your desk and sip often.
➟ Add small stretches during the day to release tension.

As Maya Angelou said,
“You can’t pour from an empty cup.”

You may not shape every moment in the office.
But you can shape how you care for your energy.

You grow stronger when you honor your rhythm.
You gain clarity when you support your mind.
You protect your presence when you lead yourself first.

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Your work opens the door.
Your evidence keeps you in the room.

The competition isn’t the real challenge.
The lack of documentation is.

In a world where excellence is the baseline, everyone brings:
 ↳ Skill
 ↳ Ambition
 ↳ Performance

So, what truly sets you apart
in a fast-moving, global environment?
Your visibility.

Maybe you’ve felt it too…
 ↳ you deliver, you show up, you exceed expectations
and still, your growth moves slower than your impact.

Your next promotion isn’t about effort.
 ↳ It’s about what you can prove,
 ↳ how clearly you show your value,
 ↳ and the story your achievements tell for you.

Here’s the truth:
What isn’t documented gets lost.
What you capture becomes career capital.

That’s why I created the 7-step EVIDENT Formula
to help you make your results impossible to ignore.

E — Extract:
 → Capture the real outcome you created.
 → Name the problem you solved in one sentence.

V — Verify:
 → Collect numbers, emails, and indicators that prove impact.
 → Anchor your narrative in real data.

I — Illustrate:
 → Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
 → Make your contribution unmistakable.

D — Document:
 → Keep a monthly log of actions, results, and insights.
 → Build a timeline of measurable growth.

E — Elevate:
 → Share wins with intention in meetings and updates.
 → Visibility with substance, not ego.

N — Normalize:
 → Make evidence a habit, not an exception.
 → Review it before interviews, evaluations, or negotiations.

T — Tell:
 → Turn your data into a compelling story.
 → Show how your impact moves the business forward.

As Seneca said:
 “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”

Your achievements deserve a record.
Your career deserves visibility.
Your future deserves to be EVIDENT.

Leadership grows when your impact is seen.

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What my niece taught me about delegation 
(it transformed my team’s productivity since)

Last weekend, I decided to teach my 5-year-old niece
how to make the bed. 

Normally, it takes me just a few minutes. 
But she was excited to help, so I couldn’t say no. 

I showed her how to pull up the sheets, 
smooth out the blanket and arrange the pillows. 

She struggled a bit ... tugging the blanket unevenly
and getting the pillows all mixed up. 

We had to redo a few steps, and 
it ended up taking much longer than usual. 

In the end, it took nearly 20 minutes. 
But by the time we were done, 
she had learned something new 
and something to brag to her brother about!

Delegation is not just about offloading tasks.

Delegation is about:
→ Empowering others to learn and grow. 
→ Fostering a culture of capability and independence. 
→ Leveraging diverse strengths to achieve greater results.

When we invest our time in training and coaching others, we: 
→ Cultivate trust.
→ Build a stronger team.
→ Encourage innovation. 

As John Maxwell says,
“Leaders become great, not because of their power, 
but because of their ability to empower others.”

Delegation is an investment 
in someone else’s growth and confidence. 
Invest in your people today!

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We all have days when you feel on top of the world. 
The next day, it’s hard to get out of the bed. 
But let’s be honest: motivation doesn’t last.

Here’s why you shouldn’t rely on it:
→ It’s Unpredictable: Motivation varies daily 
→ It Can Fade: Excitement diminishes over time
→ It Lacks Structure: No plan for sustained progress 

That’s where discipline comes in.

Discipline is like a muscle:
→ Provide Consistency: Ensures daily commitment 
→ Builds Strong Habits: Habits drive results 
→ Keeps You Accountable: Maintain focus on goals

As Aristotle said,
“We become what we repeatedly do.” 

So, the next time you rely on motivation, 
Remember: it’s your discipline that will carry you through.

In the end, Discipline is doing what needs to be done, 
even when you don’t want to.

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People love the finish line.
Few see the grit it took to get there.

Because success isn’t built on luck.
It’s built on resilience, focus, and 
tiny steps that no one applauds.

For years, you might’ve believed:
↳ “Once everything aligns, I’ll move forward.”
↳ “If I had more time, I’d do better.”
↳ “When things calm down, I’ll start.”

Those beliefs once protected you.
Now, they hold you back.

Many high performers professionals lose momentum because:
❌ They wait for perfect conditions.
❌ They let setbacks define their pace.
❌ They forget that progress requires endurance, not ease.

Here’s the truth:
You don’t need a smoother road.
You need a stronger mindset.

Here are 5 Ways to Stay Strong When Growth Feels Slow:

1- Start before you’re ready:
↳ Courage grows through movement.
➟ One imperfect step beats endless planning.

2- Treat challenges as training:
↳ Pressure shapes character.
➟ Every hard moment prepares you for the next.

3- Focus on what you can control:
↳ Chaos is constant.
➟ Your focus is your anchor.

4- Protect your recovery:
↳ Your brain needs oxygen to think.
➟ Resilience depends on renewal.

5- Keep your “why” close:
↳ When you know your why, you can handle any how.
➟ One priority. One outcome. Real progress.

As Angela Duckworth said,
“Our potential is one thing. 
What we do with it is quite another.”

Don’t chase perfection. Build persistence.
Rome wasn’t built in a day
and neither is your growth.
You already have what it takes.
Trust your process, the results will follow.

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The moment you choose yourself…
your energy begins to return.

But burnout rarely starts with a big moment.
It starts with the tiny ones you ignore:

The moment you push through the headache.
The moment you answer one more email at 10 PM.
The moment you whisper, “I’ll rest later.”

And suddenly…
Later never comes.

According to Gallup,
1 in 5 professionals is experiencing burnout right now.

Not because they lack talent.
But because high-performing professionals tend to overgive.
Instead of reducing their load, they carry more.
And what begins as dedication slowly becomes depletion.

Burnout is a silent disease.

Maybe you’ve been there:
➟ You deliver
➟ You support
➟ You show up

And still, your body struggles.

Not because you lack discipline.
But because you stopped listening to yourself.

That’s why I created the 7-step RENEWAL Formula
to bring you back to the leader you are:

R — Reduce strain:
➟ Ask for clarity on deadlines.
➟ Cut one commitment that drains you.

E — Ease your nervous system:
➟ Practice 3–5 breathing twice a day.
➟ Take short pauses to reset your mind.

N — Nurture connections:
➟ Share pressure points early.
➟ Reach out to someone supportive weekly.

E — Establish daily limits:
➟ Protect recovery windows.
➟ Set a hard stop for the workday.

W — Withdraw from noise:
➟ Silence notifications before sleep.
➟ Reduce evening screen exposure.

A — Adjust your workload:
➟ Clarify what truly needs you.
➟ Redistribute tasks with your leader.

L — Live your core values:
➟ Write your top 5 values.
➟ Choose actions that honor them.

As Maya Angelou said:
“Nothing will work unless you do.”

Sustainable leadership begins the moment 
You choose your health as part of your success.

Honor your energy.
Honor your health.
Honor the life you’re building.

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Do you feel your team could achieve more?
The secret lies in investing in your people.

Last week, we celebrated the graduation of 
our HOLA Mentorship Program 2025.
What a journey it's been!

Leading this program has been a true honor.
Seeing 270 Mentors and Mentees 
grow has been truly inspiring.

A huge THANK YOU to our Mentors and Mentees
for believing in our team's growth. 
Your dedication and commitment make us stronger every day.

Special thanks to our allies in Mexico Adda Nelly Lopez Gallegos, Emmanuel Serrano Loza, Edgar Ricardo Araujo Alcántara and our HOLA Canadian team Ellis Mendez (MSc, MBA, PMP®, CSM®, CSPO®, ITIL®), Federico Yu, 
Andrea Alonso-Kuri and Pablo Cuevas. 
We couldn’t have done this without you.
Thank you for your collaboration and support.

Why invest in your team?

→ Growth
↳ Investing in your team fuels their personal 
and professional growth.
A growing team is an evolving team.

→ Retention
↳ People stay where they feel valued and developed.
Retention isn’t just about pay; it’s about purpose.

→ Innovation
↳ A well mentored team is an innovative team.
They bring fresh ideas and solutions to the table.

As John Quincy Adams said,
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, 
learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.”

Your team’s growth reflects your leadership.

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If you only measured three things this week,
you’d transform your entire career.

Anyone can look busy.
But the real measure of a strategic leader?
What you choose to track.

Because productivity is often misunderstood.

It’s not:
 → Checking off tasks.
 → Going from meeting to meeting.
 → Replying to every email the moment it appears.

Productivity is how you direct your energy with intention.
 → It’s moving one strategic goal forward.
 → It’s solving the problem that actually matters.
 → It’s strengthening the relationships that elevate your influence.

For years, many professionals believed:
 ↳ “If I finish everything on my list, I’m performing.”
 ↳ “If I stay busy, I’m adding value.”
 ↳ “If I join every meeting, I’m leading.”

Those beliefs once helped you survive.
Now, they limit your impact.

Here’s the truth:
You don’t rise by doing more.
You rise by measuring what matters.

Here are the 3 metrics that can elevate your leadership:

1- Value (Impact Today):
What problem did you truly solve?
Real value comes from outcomes, not effort.

2- Progress (% Implementation):
How much did you move your quarterly goal?
One needle moved is worth more than tasks completed.

3- Relationship (Influence & Alignment):
Who did you align, support, or strengthen this week?
Leadership grows through trust, not titles.

As Peter Drucker said,
“What gets measured gets managed.”

 ↳ Lead with clarity.
 ↳ Measure with intention.
 ↳ And let your metrics tell the story your calendar never will.

P.S. Which of these 3 indicators is your favorite?

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Big goals don’t fail from lack of talent.
They fail from a lack of focus.

You don’t need more time.
You need fewer distractions.

The hard part isn’t setting the goal.
It’s protecting it.

Every ping, every scroll, every “just 5 minutes” 
chips away at the future you said you wanted.

Distractions aren’t harmless.
They’re expensive.
And they often wear the mask of productivity.

Answering one more email.
Rewriting the plan instead of executing it.
Saying “yes” to things that don’t move you forward.

Here’s the truth:
If everything matters, nothing does.

When you protect your goal:
➟ You move with intention
➟ You reclaim your energy
➟ You make progress faster

As James Clear said:
“You don’t rise to the level of your goals. 
You fall to the level of your systems.”

So, build systems that honour your focus.
And stop negotiating with your distractions.

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You can ask for a raise all year…
and still walk out with nothing.

Because compensation isn’t about effort.
It’s about value, demonstrated with clarity.

For years, you believed:
↳ “If I show how hard I work, they’ll see it.”
↳ “If I’ve been here long enough, I deserve more.”
↳ “If others earn more, I should match them.”

Those beliefs once helped you survive.
Now, they’re hurting your strategy.

Many high performers fail in negotiations because:
❌ They negotiate from efforts, not impact.
❌ They compare themselves to others and create friction.
❌ They speak from emotion instead of measurable results.

But here’s the truth:
You don’t need more justification.
You need more evidence.

Here are 5 ways to negotiate your salary like a Strategic Leader:

1 — Know your impact before you ask:
↳ Confidence comes from data.
➟ List your top wins and estimate your results.

2 — Speak in outcomes:
↳ Effort is invisible. Results are undeniable.
➟ Turn your work into numbers, savings, or improvements.

3 — Build a simple business case:
↳ A raise is an investment, not a favor.
➟ Show how your contributions strengthen the future of the team.

4 — Think in total compensation:
↳ Growth has many forms.
➟ Explore bonuses, stock, certifications, or development programs.

5 — Choose your moment wisely:
↳ Timing gives you leverage.
➟ Ask after a win, a success, or a visible achievement.

As Peter Drucker said,
“What gets measured gets managed,
and what gets measured gets rewarded.”

You don’t earn a raise with hours.
You earn it with impact.
Visible. Measurable. Irrefutable.
And it all begins with one step: own your value.

P.S. Which of these steps will you apply in your next negotiation?

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You can work hard all day…
and still feel like you didn’t move anything forward.

Because productivity isn’t about doing more.
It’s about directing your mind with intention.

For years, you believed:
↳ “If I keep multitasking, I’ll get ahead.”
↳ “Jumping between tasks means I’m fast.”
↳ “Being busy means I’m productive.”

Those beliefs once helped you survive.
Now, they’re draining your clarity.

Many high performers lose impact because:
❌ They overload their brain with constant switching.
❌ They stay in reaction mode all day.
❌ They confuse activity with progress.

But here’s the truth:
You don’t need more speed.
You need more focus.

Here are 5 ways to work smart when your mind feels overloaded:

1- Choose one task at a time:
↳ Your brain performs better with one target.
➟ Single task. Full presence.

2- Cut distraction triggers:
↳ Noise kills clarity.
➟ Fewer tabs. Fewer apps. Fewer pings.

3- Protect your deep work:
↳ Focus is a boundary.
➟ Block time. Close doors. Own your attention.

4- Reset your mind often:
↳ Your brain needs oxygen to think.
➟ Step away. Take breaks. Breathe.

5- Pick your “one win” for the day:
↳ Impact comes from direction, not volume.
➟ One priority. One outcome. Real progress.

As Cal Newport says,
“Focus is the new superpower.”

You can’t multiply your brain.
But you can multiply your impact when you protect your attention.

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What my high school nuns taught me about managing energy 
(It transformed my leadership style and my team's effectiveness)

At high school, I was juggling basketball, volleyball, and homework, often feeling drained by the end of the day.

No matter how organized I was, 
The exhaustion never seemed to go away.

One afternoon, one of the nuns looked at me and said:
“You don’t need to manage your time.
You need to manage your energy.”
That sentence stuck with me for life.

Here’s what I learned over the years:

1- Set a clear goal: 
Such as ending your day feeling energized.

2- Identify your why: 
Like being present for your family and pursuing your passions.

3- Implement a plan: 
Simple changes like regular breaks and 
focusing on energizing tasks can make a big impact.

Managing energy keeps you going when the tasks seem endless. It allows you to show up as your best self.

As Oprah said:
“You can’t be a source for others if you’re running on empty.”

So, if you feel drained, pause and reassess.

Ask yourself not just what you need to do, 
but how you want to feel while doing it.

Your energy is your most valuable resource.

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If growth is optional, 
Results will be too.

Waiting feels safe.
But it costs you momentum.

Growth doesn’t respond to good intentions.
It responds to commitment.

What you do today
creates your tomorrow.
What you avoid
keeps repeating itself.

Everything worthwhile is uphill.
Not to punish you.
To shape you.

As John Maxwell says,
“Everything worthwhile is uphill.”

Intentional living is simple.
It’s a daily decision.

Here are 5 Ways to Grow with Intention:

1- Start before you feel ready:
↳ Confidence follows action.
➟ Set a date for one decision you’ve been avoiding.
➟ Tell one trusted person and commit publicly.

2- Be intentional with your relationships:
↳ Energy is contagious.
➟ Protect time with people who ground you.
➟ Spend more time with those who stretch you.

3- Turn hope into action:
↳ Hope inspires. Action compounds.
➟ Convert one vague goal into a 7-day deliverable.
➟ Write tomorrow’s one priority before ending today.

4- Train your attitude:
↳ Attitude is chosen, not given.
➟ Pause before reacting. Choose your response.
➟ Decide how you want to show up each morning.

5- Invest in yourself early:
↳ You can’t give what you don’t have.
➟ Block time or resources for learning that stretches you.
➟ Keep a visible reminder of that investment.

Information alone doesn’t change your life.
Information plus action does.

Start now.
Stay honest.
Invest early, even when it feels uncomfortable.

Because you can’t give what you don’t have.
And no one will invest in you until you do.

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