My good friend, Ilijah Paul, has always shared some really powerful quotes whenever we get the chance to see each other. This one is particularly relevant to this point in my career and life, but also to anyone facing challenges and doubt while striving for their goals. It is a simple phrase but speaks volumes, “The squeaky wheel gets the grease.” If we don’t advocate for ourselves and take the reins on our journeys, who else will? Are we really okay with leaving ourselves in the power of other people’s perceptions and expectations of us?