Over the past month, I had the opportunity to attend three incredible conferences. Each event had its own theme, its own purpose, and its own power—but the common thread among all three was this:

Transformation happens when you show up.

We often think of personal growth as something we can learn behind a screen or read in a book, and while those tools are valuable, real growth happens in the room. Growth happens when you step into new environments, open your heart to new ideas, and engage with people who inspire you to level up.

Here’s a look into what I experienced at each of these conferences, and why I believe every professional should make in-person learning a priority.

Ziglar Coaches Summit: Leading from Health

The Ziglar Coaches Summit was packed with incredible speakers, all sharing insights on improving our coaching, leadership, and communication skills. But my biggest takeaway wasn’t about business strategy, it was about personal health.

I was deeply moved by a conversation between Tom Ziglar and Dr. Philip Ovadia, author of Stay Off My Operating Table. Their discussion about metabolic health struck a personal chord and inspired immediate action.

I left that conference with a renewed commitment to:

• Complete my first 3-day fast
• Move my body for 30 intentional minutes every day
• Prioritize whole foods over processed convenience

Why? Because when I take care of my health, I show up better for my clients, my business, and my family. This wasn’t just about weight or wellness, it was about clarity, focus, and energy.

Living a balanced life is what brings joy, peace, and purpose, and it starts with how we care for ourselves.

Texas Business Women’s Annual Conference: Dare to Bee You

As Chairperson for the Texas Business Women’s Annual Conference, I had the joy and responsibility of helping lead the weekend, and of speaking on Intentional Conversations, one of my signature topics.

The theme of the conference was “Dare to Bee You”, a call to embrace our unique strengths and show up with authenticity. We explored the Strengths Finder assessment and learned how to use our natural gifts to step into our power.

But the most beautiful part? We learned that success doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens when we build our Hive, a diverse circle of women with strengths that complement our own.

This conference didn’t just educate us. It filled our souls.

It reminded us that we already have what we need, and we’re even stronger together.

E-Women Network Success Summit: Stories of Perseverance

Finally, I attended the E-Women Network Success Summit, where the dynamic Sandra Yancy, CEO of E-Women Network was the speaker. Her keynote was rich with wisdom, passion, and her signature PROFIT strategy, a blend of purpose, resilience, faith, and strategic action.

Sandra reminded us that success isn’t just about numbers. It’s about resilience and the ability to use your time wisely and focus on what moves the needle forward.

She shared stories of perseverance through adversity, and I was reminded of the importance of showing up with faith, grit, and an unshakable belief in your calling, even when the path feels unclear.

The Real ROI: Being in the Room

Here’s the truth: every one of these conferences had amazing content, but the real transformation came from:

 ✅ Engaging in meaningful conversations
✅ Meeting new people and exchanging ideas
✅ Scheduling follow-up calls and partnerships
✅ Taking notes, reflecting, and implementing what I learned

This is the soft skills advantage at work.
It’s not just what you know. It’s what you do with what you know. Soft skills are about action:

• Action to show up in unfamiliar places
• Action to speak to new people
• Action to follow through and apply what you learned
• Action to be present, focused, and intentional

Final Thought: You Belong in the Room

If there’s one thing I hope you take away from this blog, it’s this:

You belong in every room where growth happens.

You don’t have to wait until you’re more ready, more polished, or more “successful.” The magic begins the moment you decide to show up, and give yourself permission to grow, connect, and be seen.

Whether it’s a conference, a luncheon, a networking event, or a mastermind, your future self will thank you for every room you stepped into with an open heart and a willingness to grow.

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