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Insights brings together reflections, research, and practical wisdom on the human experience of growth and change.
From leadership and organizational culture to identity, relationships, and personal reinvention, Kimberly explores the patterns that shape how we think, connect, and move through the world.
Each article offers an opportunity to question assumptions, discover new perspectives, and turn awareness into intentional action.
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Perfectly Quiet
Perfectionism doesn’t just make you work harder. It makes you quiet. It holds back your stories, your ideas, and your voice until they feel good enough to share, and for too many of us, that day never comes. Here’s how a torn page, a stack of ugly doodles, and a strand of paper beads taught Kimberly to make her way out.
Owning Your Truth
After 28 years of silence, Kimberly Sharp found her voice. Not in therapy, but in a room full of strangers reading Viktor Frankl. This deeply personal reflection explores why self-expression isn't about speaking out loud, how silence intensifies trauma, and five small acts of Microbravery™ that can help you reclaim your truth and find freedom on your own terms.
From Silence to Strength
For nearly 30 years, I stayed silent about the assaults that changed the course of my life. This is the story of how I found my voice—and why I now use it to speak for the girls and women still living in silence. From Silence to Strength is more than a personal reflection; it’s a call to heal, connect, and reclaim the power that was never truly lost.
How My Curly Girl Journey Worked to Break the Bias
Reflects on embracing natural hair, breaking cultural biases, and the transformative power of shared experiences and sisterhood.
Choosing Change
Discusses confronting unconscious biases, the importance of diversity in tech, and actionable steps to foster inclusivity and challenge the status quo.
Working in a Hearing World
Shares the author's experience with hearing loss, the challenges faced in professional settings, and the call for creating inclusive workplaces for the deaf and hard of hearing.