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www.i-am-magazine.comfrom an empty cup. Things changed when Ilearned how to reset and refuel.CollaborationI am a collaborator, and this mindset has been atremendous game-changer in my success. As anonly child, I was raised to be independent andself-sufficient. Although that may be a greattrait to have, it was the root cause of mydownfall.I believed that I had to be in control, that Iknew everything, and there was only one way toget to success %u2013MY WAY!Well, as you can see from my journey, that ideadid not end well. I remember praying one dayand God said, %u201cYou believe that Jesus died tosave the whole world, and He had 12 disciples,so what makes you think you can do it byyourself?%u201dWhat a humbling moment because I know thatwithout God I can do nothing, and what anexample to show me that we do not have to doit ALONE. I began to realize that the rightpartnerships and collaborations created waysfor EVERYONE to shine. It really does notmatter about the credit of who did what wheneveryone is winning because everyone will reapthe benefits.This abundance of thinking has attracted morepeople to me, and I can see expansionhappening all the time.Community BuildingI have been so fortunate to witnesstransformation occur with my clients andcollaboration partners. Our ability to be honest,supportive, and non-judgmental has attractedmany business opportunities and innovativeideas that we would have never created alone.Personal development is a major non-negotiablethat is a part of my daily routine. This principlehas led to the creation of communities onClubhouse, Zondra TV Network, Owwll,Promptings, Mary Kay Cosmetics, and LinkedIn.I have learned, first-hand, the power of workingsmarter and not harder.Having a team helps me to get sleep, minimizestress, take vacations, and keep projects movingin my absence. I can also stay relevant inbusiness because my network keeps me abreastof current events, since I do not watch the news.Community allows me to be consistent and havefun while doing the work required for success. Ihave missed many opportunities in my life dueto fear, lack of resources, and isolation.Community has helped me to show up andimplement new ideas, products, and businesses.12