I have to start by saying I LOVE my dentist and his entire team. I am 45 years old and have never had a cavity. Not one. I love them because they take good care of me and because they somehow manage to tolerate me as a patient — which, trust me, is no small accomplishment. Don’t get me wrong, I am very pleasant. But there are a few things in life that make me anxious the way a trip to the dentist does. There is flying (I have been known to ask a flight attendant if we wer

This Marca Mujer journal entry explores the power of authentic connection in leadership and the impact of simply “taking the call.” It challenges the pressure to treat every interaction as transactional, highlighting instead the value of curiosity, openness, and relationship-building. A reflection on women in leadership, it shows how meaningful growth often happens in unplanned conversations that deepen connection and expand perspective.

n Marca Mujer: You Are the Brand Before the Title, we explore how personal branding begins long before a title or promotion. Through her experience in corporate leadership and fashion, she reflects on influencing teams without formal authority and the pressure of separating identities across industries. This journal entry highlights the power of consistency, presence, and values-driven leadership, showing that true credibility comes from being the same person in every room.