New Orleans, March 31, 2024--Debra Gould was recently lauded for her outstanding entrepreneurial prowess, business acumen, and unwavering commitment to community leadership during the recent AKA Founders' Day celebrations. Hosted in March 2024, this prestigious event recognized Debra's remarkable contributions to the community.
Her achievements extend beyond her entrepreneurial ventures; she has also played a pivotal role in the Rho Pi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Serving as its President, she exemplified dedication and leadership within the organization. Additionally, Debra holds the esteemed status of a Golden Soror, signifying her longstanding commitment and significant contributions to Alpha Kappa Alpha. The "Outstanding Achievement & Exemplary Contribution Award" bestowed upon Gould underscores her exceptional leadership and impact. Her efforts have not only propelled her own ventures to success but have also uplifted and empowered the New Orleans community. Debra expressed gratitude for the recognition, attributing her accomplishments to the support of her peers, mentors, and the community at large. She emphasized the importance of collective effort in driving positive change and encouraged others to pursue their passions with dedication and resilience. As a beacon of inspiration and a driving force for progress, Debra Gould's legacy continues to resonate within both the entrepreneurial sphere and the community she serves. Her recognition at the AKA Founders' Day serves as a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence and service. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is the first intercollegiate historically African American sorority. The sorority was founded on January 15, 1908, at the historically black Howard University in Washington, D.C., by a group of sixteen students led by Ethel Hedgemon Lyle.
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By Debra Gould As the poet Ralph Waldo Emerson once said:
"Finish each day and be done with it." There’s nothing more comforting than coming home after a bad day to find your loving partner waiting with a sympathetic ear (and maybe even a glass of wine). But then there are those days when you both come home needing love and patience – the problem then is that it’s hard for either of you to give it. Add to that the responsibilities of family life and two bad moods, which can cause a clash and bad feelings over – nothing. Or, possibly, the argument is over something that should be talked about at a time when you’re both ready to deal with a more contentious subject. It’s hard to have perspective on difficult days. But for the sake of your relationship and out of respect for each other, don’t go to bed mad. As tempting as it might be to simply roll away and turn out the lights, this is not healthy for the body, mind, or marriage. Anger fuels the creation of cortisol, the stress hormone. Cortisol is linked to chronic diseases such as high blood pressure and cancers. Learning to let go of strife might not only save your marriage, it could literally save your life. If you ever find yourself harboring bedtime anger, consider the following:
Most of all, remember that holding onto anger is a habit that will ultimately tear two people apart. On the other hand, love, compassion, and generosity of spirit are guaranteed to hold you together. Debra W. Gould, MS is the president of Debra Gould & Associates, Inc., based in New Orleans, and provides management consulting and training services to commercial and government clients. Debra is one of the founders of The Ebony Speakers and co-author of the book Real Women, Real Issues - Positive Collaborations For Business Success. |
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