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Paper vs. Made: Rethinking Membership, Standards, and the True Measure of Belonging
True membership isn't about how you came in—it's about what you contribute once you're in.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 286 min read


Beyond the Spotlight: Why We Must Celebrate Our Business Elites
Why our culture must highlight Black business leaders—not just entertainers—to inspire sustainable wealth and purpose.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 253 min read


Living by the Algorithm: Social Media, Identity, and the Cost of Connection
We’re scrolling past reality. Social media masks danger, dulls discernment, and reshapes how we see ourselves—and the world around us.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 244 min read


Wants, Needs, and the Cost of Misaligned Energy
We give energy to our wants but starve our needs. This reflection exposes the emotional cost of misplaced effort and unbalanced priorities.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 243 min read


The Unspoken Divide: Colorism, Class, and the Layers Within Black America
Colorism and classism continue to divide the Black community. Here’s why—and what we must do to heal and move forward.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 226 min read


The False Heroes We Worship: Escapism, Idolatry, and the Erosion of Truth
We glorify entertainers, excuse their flaws, and call it grace—when it’s really just cultural idolatry dressed up as inspiration.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 223 min read


Are We Still Meeting About This?
Meetings should drive clarity and action, not confusion. So why do we keep meeting without purpose, agenda, or preparation?

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 173 min read


The 80/20 Rule of Authoritative & Coaching Leadership: Balancing Authority, Coaching, and Core Competence
Real leadership blends structure, empathy, and skill. Learn how the 80/20 rule can transform how you lead in any environment.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 164 min read


Controversy vs Consensus: Why We React to Conflict and Ignore Common Ground
We chase controversy like a fire alarm but ignore consensus like background noise. What does that say about us?

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 155 min read


When Performance Becomes a Mask: Reclaiming Accountability in a Performative World
Looking good and being good aren't the same. Here's why accountability must override performance in how we define greatness.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 153 min read


When Money Becomes Master: Reclaiming Our Moral Compass in a Currency-Driven Society
Society worships money but loses values. This blog unpacks the spiritual, cultural, and personal costs of putting wealth above morality.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 154 min read


Keeping the Main Thing the Man Thing: A Reflection on Leadership, Presence, and Purpose
If you’re leading but feel disconnected, it’s time to realign. Your legacy begins with presence, purpose, and protecting the man within.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 154 min read


Closure Is Not Clingy: Why Disappearing Without a Word Damages Sisterhood, Brotherhood, Friendship, and Family”
Silence isn’t always self-care. When it replaces honesty, it erodes trust. Let's talk closure, communication, and emotional maturity.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 154 min read


Rethinking Privacy: Why “Keep Your Goals to Yourself” Isn’t Always the Best Advice
Privacy isn't always protection. We explore why intentional sharing—especially with allies—matters more than silence.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 155 min read


From Reading to Reacting: Are We Losing the Will to Think for Ourselves?
We've replaced reading with scrolling, reacting, and following. What happened to thinking for ourselves?

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 123 min read


Live the Army NCO Creed Every Day: How Reflection Forged the Two R.O.A.D.S. Leadership Framework
Discover how reciting the Army NCO Creed led to a leadership framework transforming Soldier accountability and mentorship.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 124 min read


Beyond "Help Me or Do It for Me": Rethinking Support in Leadership and Life
Support isn’t binary. Learn how to ask for the help you need—and how to lead without overextending or disempowering others.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 103 min read


The Danger of a Hardened Heart: Why Leadership Requires Both Strength and Softness
Many men are hardened by trauma but weak in love, communication, and conviction. Leadership requires both softness and strength.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 103 min read


When Sympathy Isn’t Enough: Navigating Conversations with the Emotionally Overwhelmed
How do you stay kind when someone can’t hear anything but their pain? Boundaries, wisdom, and discernment offer the answer.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 74 min read


Leaving Isn’t Quitting: When Environments No Longer Align with Purpose
Leaving isn’t quitting. When your values are stifled, walking away isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom.

Marcus D. Taylor, MBA
Jul 74 min read
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