Author, Friend, and Publisher

By Dr. Sheila Pope I am so inspired by all of the authors in the group! Again, I am trying to set an example of what I would love to see more of in the group. Toni Anderson and I are working consistently to accomplish our goal of finishing our new book. Well, let be…

Pearland Day in Austin

By Dr. Sheila Pope I am excited to announce I am going to Austin to speak with representatives on February 27 & 28 with Pearland Chamber of Commerce for Pearland Day in Austin. I will rock my scarf and bring my television show! I hope to see State Representatives Shawn Thierry, Ron Reynolds, Senfronia Thompson,…

Meeting My State Representative: Ed Thompson

By Dr. Pope I had the honor to speak with and attend the Governmental Relations Committee meeting with my state representative, State Representative Ed Thompson. He actually remembered me from the days when he sold me insurance. His agents always offer customers a can of coke when you come to his insurance office. Small things…

My First Governmental Committee Meeting

By Dr. Sheila Pope Today, I attended my first Pearland Chamber of Commerce Governmental Relations Committee Meeting. I decided to serve on this committee because it provides me with tons of great information to share with other Pearland citizens. When I am elected to serve on the Pearland City Council, I will be able to…

Joining the Pearland Chamber of Commerce

Next-Level of Business I went to the Pearland Chamber of Commerce to take the next step to reach my next level in business and service in Pearland. I believe strongly in networking. I created my Facebook group Boss Ladies Professional Network and Boss Ladies because I know the value of working with like-minded people. As…

No Talking! Just Do it!

By Dr. Sheila Pope One year ago, I moved into my first office. My friend Michelle and I celebrated. Now, I am working from my home office and shifting my visions and focus. My business address has changed and so have I. I am my brand; I do not have limits, except for those that…

New Author Added to Media Division of My Company

By Sheila Pope I am excited to announce Boss Lady Toni Anderson and I have partnered to write a book together! She signed with my publishing company, Pope’s Resource Center, LLC. I love partnering with Boss Ladies to support our individual goals as well as our common business goals!

Another Successful Dissertation Client!

By Dr. Sheila Pope My SECOND dissertation client called me to share her exciting news: her dissertation was approved by her committee and it has been sent to her school for final approval! I have coached my client through stressful times and edited her work for the last year. I tell my clients, “I am…

Leap of Faith

by Dr. Sheila Pope Taking the Leap Today, I jumped! I took a leap of faith and conducted my first Facebook Live segment. I had said I was going to eventually take the leap, but was not clear on the date. As an entrepreneur it is important that I remember it is great to take…

Self-care is Required to Conduct Business

by Dr. Sheila Pope After walking around with my hair looking for a perm, I decided I needed to make adjustments and get a stylist in Pearland. When my hair is not right, I am not right. I do not feel confident. I represent my brand, so my hair must look its best even if…