Having dedicated her career to giving voice to underrepresented creators, especially Black women, Judkins seems tailor-made for her current job. She turned Hallmark’s iconic century-old Mahogany greeting card brand into a content powerhouse complete with Hallmark Media’s first scripted podcast series, “Crimson Hearts Collide,” and original movies like the company’s first Gracie-winning made-for-TV movie, “Unthinkably Good Things”—all told through the lens of Black culture.
“Recently, I had the opportunity to read a book called ‘The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership: A New Paradigm for Sustainable Success,’ which left me feeling truly inspired. The book is filled with many actionable, paradigm-shifting concepts, but what resonated with me was the realization that fear-based leadership is not sustainable. In contrast, trust-based leadership can yield results beyond our imagination.”
How do you know when it is time to take a risk at your job or in your career? It’s common to feel the urge to pursue something more in your career, especially when you can’t stop thinking about it. This desire can become a constant presence in your mind, urging you to take action. This feeling is a sign that you have the potential to achieve great things and pursue your passions. The universe might be telling you that it’s time to take a chance on yourself and make your dreams a reality. When you can’t let go of what you want, it’s time to take a risk and go for it.