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What Authentic Leadership Really Looks Like When You’re Still Figuring It Out

It was our usual weekday morning. Rushed but never without a quick kiss and an “I love you.” As he walked away to start his day, I sat at my desk in my home office with all of the hope in my heart and a little defeat in my eyes. He must have seen a glimpse of that girl. The one who I keep showing up on stages for. The one who asks me to ask you to believe in yourself even when she’s struggling to fully do the same. The one who hides it well behind the smoky eye and stage ligh

What One Disappointing Phone Call Taught Me About Community

I called a friend for some help…. It wasn’t an easy call. I was already feeling defeated and overwhelmed and decided to lean on my community. A tough thing to do when you’re an “I’ve got this” leader The response? Less than warm. Even less helpful. Almost snarky. It left me feeling embarrassed and sad. I felt like I have always been there and have been willing to share anything I can do to help them rise. A resource? No problem. A referral, good word, solid advice? Whatever i

I Was Not Born a Hard Worker

That’s right. I said it. Take one look at an old home video of me and you’ll see a lanky, whiny, hazel eyed girl who just wanted to write poems and direct backyard plays. But when it came to hard work? Well, let’s just say it was not my jam. Fast forward a few decades: two brick and mortar businesses, a full time music career, which includes writing, singing, booking, marketing, posting, web design, creating, recreating, and branding, just to name a few, the building phase of

Endometriosis, Fibroids, and Adenomyosis: My Decision to Have a Hysterectomy

I’ve always been a “let’s plan it out and execute it perfectly” kind of gal. It’s just the way I’m wired. Sometimes I feel like I’m making up for lost time, and somewhere along the way, I stopped wishing for things and started building them. Instead of walking around saying, “I wish I had a _____,” I shifted into action mode. And once that switch flipped, it became hit the ground running and never look back. Hyper-focused. Blinders on. Go big or go home. That mentality carr

Empty Nest- Full Laundry Basket

I never thought I would be this excited to do laundry and I certainly never thought the laundry room could break my heart a little… My husband has always been the laundry king. Even the kids know that if there is a stubborn stain, a missing button, or a mystery spill, he is the one you call. Because of this, he taught them how to do their own laundry early in life. The lessons over the washing machine were plentiful: how many scoops of OxiClean, how to pull chocolate out of a

Jonelle Marie Carter speaking at GLOW Women's Event

What I’m Speaking About at GLOW (and Why It Matters)

This year at GLOW, I’m speaking about something we all live with — our inner dialogue. The truth is, the words we whisper to ourselves matter even more than the ones we say out loud. When we learn to speak with kindness and truth, everything changes.

GLOW Women's Event 2024 Never Dim Your Light

5 Powerful Takeaways from GLOW

Last year’s GLOW reminded me of something powerful: we are not meant to do this life alone. From rediscovering rest to remembering that our stories matter, these five takeaways are the reminders every woman needs to hear.

When Women Shine

I created GLOW because I believe women shine brightest when they’re given space to be seen, supported, and inspired. It’s more than an event, it’s a movement. A place to pause, refuel, and remember the light that’s always been inside you.