Melanie Verdell is a seasoned career and organizational development consultant with over 15 years of experience in the automotive, healthcare, and non-profit industries. Serving alongside Bishop T.D. Jakes and The Potter's House of Dallas TV and Production Ministries, it was there that Melanie continued to foster her spiritual instinct and passion for publishing and production. Verdell is the author of the popular book series, "The Sample Sale Suicide" and has served as a respected image consultant to women for over a decade. Verdell is the Founder of Mia Verde Woman, a personal development curriculum and community created to help women reach their fullest potential and live their best lives. Currently, the author / consultant resides in Southeast Michigan.

Focus on the Fine Print

Have you ever prayed to God for something, received it, then realized that the requirements to maintain it were much greater than you ever imagined? Did the excitement from the blessing wear off once you began to focus on the portion  that contained the challenges and requirements of the new contract between you and God, (often referred to as the “fine

It’s Not What It Looks Like!

During my travels I recently stumbled upon a  beautiful vintage camera shop that was filled with history and nostalgia. The beautiful cameras got me to thinking about the art of photography. Whether it be a spontaneous selfie for social media or an elaborate editorial photoshoot for a magazine, the result is the same. A purposeful snap

The Sunday Night Blues on Monday!

Happy Monday! For those of you who live for the weekend, you understand that there is nothing like two days of freedom to do whatever you want or need to do. By Sunday evening most of us are winding down and preparing for the week ahead only to spring out of bed on Monday morning

Playing to Win: How to Survive the Extra Innings

Sometimes it can seem like the harder you work and the closer you get to whatever it is that God has promised you, the further away the promise actually becomes. It drives you further and further until you feel like  you have nothing left to give and the promise will never be reached. This reminds

Mushroom Street Tacos

This recipe is a quick go to when I am looking for a meatless option that will fill me up and offer a rich meaty flavor. It is simple, quick, and very delicious! Ingredients 2 tbsp. vegetable oil One package of Baby Bella Mushrooms Salt, Pepper, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder to taste 8 Mission White

Why Don’t You Love Your Job?

Do you love your job? If the answer is no, don’t worry, you are not alone. The last Gallup poll on employee engagement showed that only 13% of employees world wide were engaged at work. That leaves a whopping 87% of employees staring at the clock all day, wishing they were somewhere else. So what

The Work Is In the Wait!

Sometimes waiting on God’s timing can be the hardest thing to do.  We find ourselves constantly looking for a sign of the promise that he has given to us. The assignment that God has placed in our heart begins to look more difficult to accomplish than it originally did, and the uphill climb to our

Quick Vegan Chili

This quick 5 minute chili will satisfy your comfort food craving whether it’s a cold school night or a night on the couch watching football. Meatless Monday? We’ve got you covered! Quick Vegan Chili Ingredients : 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 lb package of Smart Ground Original Veggie Crumbles 1 14.5 oz can Diced Chili

The Pressure of Process: P.U.S.H. Through!

  In moments of despair it is easy to question why God takes us through so much to get us to the place that we need to be. I mean let’s be honest, he is God, he could easily create a shortcut or chose the path of least resistance to achieve the same goal right?

The Bend That Breaks You

Know Your Worth Then Add Tax I was reading a book the other day called “Negotiate This” by Herb Cohen.  This is a classic how to book that teaches the strategy of how to negotiate terms by caring, but not that much. One of the key points in this book is knowing what your absolute