✨️It's time for your NEXT GLOW UP!✨️ Your personal brand speaks before you do! ✨️GLOW UP YOUR BRAND✨️ 🗓August 5, 2026 🕕11:30am - 1:00pm The YOU Network is hosting another Professional Development Workshop to show how to: ✨️Rebrand your professional presence ✨️Communicate with confidence ✨️Position yourself for new opportunities Scan the QR code or register today at this link: https://forms.gle/dA9UYnqmkYGetygk7 Join me for an interactive workshop that will help you elevate...YOU!!✨️✨️✨️ #ConnectingYOUwiththeWHO #YOUNetwork #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipTraining #foryou

Another successful and impactful workshop in the books! This group was AMAZING and left motivated and challenged to Level UP in an intentional way! Confidence + Growth Mindset = Endless Opportunities Register for the next professional development workshop and receive an email with all the details! https://forms.gle/SdLAHLn6dK5sjQ1D6 #professionaldevelopment #networkingevent #growth #levelup #confidence

Large or small, The YOU Network is ready to bring it! Today's small-group will receive a more detailed session with some promising results! Stay tuned! If you or your company is in need of Professional Development, Team-Building, Leadership Trainings, contact me today! Soo much more to come! ✨️✨️✨️

✨ SAVE THE DATE! ✨ Your next level starts with one decision... investing in YOU! I'm excited to announce the 2nd Professional Development Workshop hosted by The YOU Network! 🎉 Whether you're looking to: ✔️ Grow professionally ✔️ Increase your confidence ✔️ Develop leadership skills ✔️ Build meaningful connections ✔️ Position yourself for your next opportunity ...this workshop is for YOU! 📅 Tuesday, July 22 🕚 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Expect an engaging, interactive experience filled with practical strategies, networking opportunities, and tools you can immediately apply to your career and professional journey. Seats are limited, so don't wait! 🔗 Register today: https://forms.gle/F6RoaDsgAW8WyfP7A Tag a friend, coworker, or aspiring leader who should join you! 👇 #TheYOUNetwork #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerCoachCarla #LevelUp #LeadershipDevelopment CareerGrowth ProfessionalGrowth Networking WorkforceDevelopment PersonalDevelopment Leadership CareerReadiness InvestInYourself

Who says Professional Development has to be boring? Today was jam-packed with fun, knowledge, skill-building and powerful connections! Everyone had something to gain and give, including myself! I love growth and learning how much stronger we can all be together! Thank you for all who invested in themselves today and others! Can't wait for the next!!! If you're wanting to get on the list for the next class, DM me today! Special thanks to Anita Allen, Owner of the Women's Empowerment Studio and Training Center, for an amazing venue! And thank you @kenziejadee_ for all your help today and Sarah Holloway, for the BIG part you played in this event! ❤️✨️❤️ AND BIGGEST THANKS to GOD & MY SPECIAL FRIEND ALWAYS for EVERYTHING!!!

We're almost full! 🎉 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who has already registered for The YOU Network's Professional Development Workshop! Your decision to invest in your personal and professional growth means so much. If you've been thinking about attending, this is your sign! We have just a few seats remaining, and we'd love for you to join us for an engaging afternoon filled with practical career strategies, confidence-building activities, meaningful networking, and tools to help you level up! Get ready for a fun, interactive, and impactful experience—we can't wait to see you on Wednesday! 🚀 https://forms.gle/bGwoK2jBQeDtMibe6 #TheYOUNetwork #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerReadiness #LevelUp #ProfessionalGrowth #Leadership #InvestInYourself #AlbanyGA #ConnectingYOUWithTheWHO

🎉GOOD NEWS!🎉 We're giving away 3 sponsored tickets to our upcoming Career Readiness & Professional Growth Workshop! If you've been wanting to attend but needed a little extra support, we'd love to help. 📅 July 8, 2026 🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Send me a DM for details before they're gone! Because sometimes all someone needs is one opportunity.

✨Ready to invest in yourself?✨ I'm excited to announce the next YOU Network Professional Development Workshop! 📅 July 8, 2026 🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 In-Person (Location provided upon registration) Topic: Career Readiness & Professional Growth If you're looking to build confidence, sharpen your professional skills, or prepare for your next career move, this workshop is for you. Share with others who are ready to level up! ✨ Build confidence. ✨ Learn practical career tips. ✨ Meet like-minded professionals. ✨ Leave with a plan. If you are unable to attend this workshop, there will be other workshop dates, or you can request your own 1 on 1 session with Career Coach Carla! There are only 9 seats remaining! Register today before they're gone: https://lnkd.in/ex96kDjD I can't wait to meet you and help you take the next step in your professional journey! #TheYOUNetwork #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerReadiness #Leadership #CareerGrowth #LevelUp See less

🚀 READY TO BREAK THROUGH THE BARRIERS HOLDING YOU BACK? Do you feel stuck in your career, uncertain about your next move, or ready to grow but unsure where to start? The YOU Network's Professional Development Workshop Series is designed to help you build confidence, strengthen your professional skills, and develop a clear path toward your goals. 💼 Career Readiness & Professional Growth 🎯 Practical Strategies 📈 Professional Development 🤝 Networking Opportunities 🔥 Leadership & Communication Skills Whether you're a student, emerging leader, job seeker, entrepreneur, or professional looking to advance, this workshop is for YOU! 📍 In-Person (Location Provided Upon Registration) 💲 Only $25 ⚠️ Limited to 30 Participants Hosted by: Carla Hawkins, MBA Founder & CEO, The YOU Network 📲 Scan the QR Code on the flyer to register. Your next level is waiting. The question is... are YOU ready? #TheYOUNetwork #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #LevelUp #CareerReadiness #PersonalGrowth #SouthwestGA #TrainGrowLead #InvestInYOU

Seats are filling up for a DYNAMIC, FUN-FILLED, IMPACTFUL Professional Development Workshop facilitated by Carla Hawkins, Founder of The YOU Network, LLC! You'll receive a certificate of completion at the end of each session! It's time to invest in YOU!!!✨️📈

Here is the link to register for the first in the series of YOU Network professional development workshops: https://forms.gle/G7V6iNZ1a2LbHskd8

Big Wins, New Workshops & More Opportunities to LEVEL UP! Enjoy this quick read of what's being celebrated and what's to come for The YOU Network!!

✨️ Growth doesn’t happen by accident — it happens through intentional development, strong leadership, and the willingness to LEVEL UP. The YOU Network is preparing to launch upcoming professional development trainings focused on: ✨️ Customer Service Excellence ✨️ Effective Communication ✨️ Leadership & Team Development ✨️ Time Management & Productivity ✨️ Workplace Culture & Engagement ✨️ Career Readiness & Professional Growth Whether you’re a business, nonprofit, school district, municipality, or professional ready to invest in your team — we’re bringing interactive, impactful training experiences designed to elevate performance and strengthen people. ✅️ Who’s ready to LEVEL UP? www.theyounetworkga.com #TheYOUNetwork #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipDevelopment #LevelUp #WorkforceDevelopment #CustomerService #TeamDevelopment #CareerGrowth #SouthwestGA

Something exciting is on the way! 👀🔥 The YOU Network, LLC is preparing to launch a new series of professional development workshops designed to help individuals and organizations grow stronger, lead better, and perform at a higher level. Topics will include: ✔️ Building Leadership Capacity ✔️ Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace ✔️ Communication & Team Effectiveness ✔️ Career Growth & Professional Presence ✔️ Workplace Culture & Accountability ✔️ Confidence, Networking & Personal Branding ✔️ Leveling Up Your Career & Leadership Journey Whether you’re an emerging leader, seasoned professional, educator, entrepreneur, or organization looking to invest in your people — these sessions are being created with real growth and real impact in mind. At The YOU Network, we believe in connecting YOU with the WHO and equipping people with the tools needed to lead with confidence, purpose, and authenticity. More details coming soon! 👏🏾 In the meantime — what professional development topic are YOU most interested in learning more about? Drop it in the comments below! ⬇️ #TheYOUNetwork #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #CareerGrowth #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #Networking #CareerCoaching #TeamDevelopment #LevelUp #WorkforceDevelopment #LeadershipTraining

Just wooooooowww!!! The Inaugural 'Be YOU' Student Leadership Conference is officially over and I'm still trying to process all of the key moments...jobs, internships, mentorship, connections created for these amazing students!!! (check out story for special clips...video coming)! THANK YOU TO MY INDUSTRY PARTNERS!!! I could not have done it without you!!!! You all went above and beyond and the students needed YOU!!! Adam Inyang Adrian Whearry Adriane Thomas Adrienne Banks Alisha Lewis Bobby Howard Catherine Barlow Channon Brooks Chelsea McMillan, a.k.a. "Coach Chelsea Elise" Corey Holman Daphne Symonette Dr. Danielle M. Willis Holli Sadler Frederick Polite Jennifer Williams Jocelyn Roberts Kierra Bright Latosha Push Lisa Stephens Marcus Glass Martez G. Favis Melody Pierce Mickeal Saade Monique McCoy RaShaunda L. Muldrow Sarah Holloway Tiffany Plummer And thank you to the leaders who wanted to come and had scheduling conflicts! Next time! To the students...YOU ARE MY WHY!!! Thank YOU GOD, for the vision and for the prayers that have blessed me to do what I love and I humbly want to live out my purpose of making YOU proud! To my Shero, my example, my village...thank you for pouring into me to pour into others!

There are NO words! Just grateful! This is my WHY? Make Impact. Spread Hope. Connect the Dots! ALL glory goes to God! The students were amazing...the Leaders were Outstanding...I felt your heart and so did the students! THANK YOU SOOO MUCH!

It's something how full circle life can be! One of my former quiet students in my Work-Based Learning program now flourishing at Albany State University and performing in the band, referencing my old motto: Be About That Business! He remembered the lessons and I'm soooo proud of him! He said he will definitely be attending the conference, which means he is still open for more! That's the blessing right there and the lesson for me and us all... Always Stay Open for More... more wisdom, more guidance, more personal and professional development! The more we know, the more we grow. But we've got to stay open to the lessons!

CALLING ALL INDUSTRY LEADERS! These students want to meet YOU!!! Sign up: https://forms.gle/jGveezGEudqegfVS7 or email me at theyounetworkga@gmail.com The 'Be YOU' Student Leadership Conference is next Thursday & Friday from 9-2pm at Albany State University East Campus, Orene Hall! The best and the brightest from ASU and Albany Technical College are showing to learn how to behind successful leaders like YOU! JOIN ME IN CONNECTING THE DOTS!!!✨️✨️✨️

Almost to the finish line! Sooo proud of the work we've done and the dots that have connected! We are all to strive each day with intention and purpose to make our communities and world better, starting within! Today, we build systems that will last for years to come! #CairoStrong #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipTraining #leadership #YOUnetwork

Make an Impact. Change a Life. Shape a future! JOIN ME INDUSTRY LEADERS!!! The future workforce wants to connect to YOU!!! Two Days: March 26 - 27, 2026, 9am - 2:30pm at Albany State University's Orene Hall You pick what you'd like to do and what time frame you are available each day! ✨️IF YOU CAN'T PARTICIPATE, YOU CAN BE A SPONSOR!✨️ The YOU Network has a two-day conference coming up providing leadership training, networking, career readiness, and exposure to industry professionals for our future workforce! We are seeking leaders who are passionate about: ✔ Mentorship ✔ Workforce Development ✔ College & Career Readiness ✔ Leadership & Empowerment ✔ Helping the Next Generation Win Ways to Serve: MOCK INTERVIEWER Support student practice through real-world interview questions and feedback. INDUSTRY PANELIST Share your career story, insights, and lessons learned. SCENARIO JUDGE Evaluate student group solutions to workplace challenges. NETWORKING HOST Engage with students during informal Q&A and career conversations. If interested, DM me or sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eE__rNNz Help us prepare and inspire the future workforce of Southwest Georgia!

✨️If you are a GEAR UP DOUGHERTY Student (Freshman & Sophomore) at Albany State University, and seeking a job and strategies to jumpstart your career, sign up TODAY! ✨️Register here: https://forms.gle/GY2wWC9QVRk7AgtX8 ✨️There is sooo much in store for you! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 ✨️Albany Businesses seeking some amazing employees that will be Interview-Ready, email me at theyounetworkga@gmail.com! ✨️MARCH 26 - 27, 2026 Albany State University East Campus at Orene Hall, 9AM - 2:00PM

Make an Impact. Change a Life. Shape a Leader. ATTN: ALL INDUSTRY LEADERS The YOU Network has a two-day conference coming up providing leadership training, networking, career readiness, and exposure to industry professionals for our future workforce! We are seeking leaders who are passionate about: ✔ Mentorship ✔ Workforce Development ✔ College & Career Readiness ✔ Leadership & Empowerment ✔ Helping the Next Generation Win Ways to Serve: MOCK INTERVIEWER Support student practice through real-world interview questions and feedback. INDUSTRY PANELIST Share your career story, insights, and lessons learned. SCENARIO JUDGE Evaluate student group solutions to workplace challenges. NETWORKING HOST Engage with students during informal Q&A and career conversations. If interested, DM me or email me: theyounetworkga@gmail.com Help us prepare and inspire the future workforce of Southwest Georgia!

What a night!!!! Thank you sooo much @drjaneemobley !!! Wonderful job creating space for honesty, accountability, and connection! It's time to Take Action and Lay Aside the Weights!!! It was a blessing to share my journey and the power of the connections in my life!! Can't wait to see all that blooms! ✨️✨️✨️ www.theyounetworkga.com

THREE MORE DAYS TO REGISTER!!! Join us for the Mindset to Movement Summit on March 2nd at 8:00 PM! This virtual event features powerhouse speakers who will share real stories and actionable strategies to help you overcome fear and hesitation. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded women and elevate your career or dreams. Register now for your free seat and a complimentary strategy call! #MindsetToMovement #Empowerment #CareerDevelopment #WomenInBusiness #Networking

What a day! My passion for our future workforce took center stage and the kids gave such great energy and feedback! They WANT to make it in life and if we help them, they CAN!!!

Thank you City of Cairo, for entrusting your leaders to the YOU Network! Today's session was incredible and marked Month 5 of the Leadership Training Program! We engaged in deep, self-reflecting work in Accountability, Performance & Trust! Leaders made commitments to going from "Intent to Impact"! I'm excited to see what all continues to produce and grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this remarkable journey of professional development! ✨️🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 #CityofCairo #LeadershipTraining #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leaders #Accountability Performance Trust Synergy CairoStrong

The greatest gift & escape one can receive...Salvation! 🙏🏽❤️✝️

Truth is Freedom! Be very careful who and what you listen to!

New things are happening inside The YOU Network! 🌟 Monthly newsletters + leadership tips + career coaching content + upcoming events = a community built for YOUR growth. Let’s elevate, together.

Thank you City of Cairo for connecting me with leaders who care and who are ready to take their teams to the next level! When it comes to Inclusive Leadership and dynamic Workplace Culture, this cohort is all in! #leadership #professionaldevelopment #inclusive #workplace #culture

We are thankful for YOU this holiday and will be a message away if you need us! ✨️✨️✨️

What does YOUR organization need for its leaders and team members? I'm never too busy to help! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 The YOU Network is provides professional development services and resources to guide organizations, current professionals and the future workforce in everything from self-discovery and job placement to career coaching and stronger workplace culture! Let us take YOU and your professional development needs to a higher level through clear and proven strategies. We provide onsite and virtual workshops, events, and more! Get ready to improve communication, productivity, collaboration, and retention! Contact us today! https://www.theyounetworkga.com/contact

The majority of your life is WORK!!!! Approximately 90,000 hours are spent working over an average lifetime. You'd be amazed at the breakdown of the amount of time we give our jobs versus... EVERYTHING ELSE! How much time do you take for your MIND and WHO you are and what YOU want to do and HOW you really want to be spending your time? To go deeper and start making your time count, DM me 'Need more Time' and let's get to really living! #foryou #growth #coaching #mindsetmatters #time

Do you have a PLAN for your career? Big question, huh? We mostly get up and go to work and just go with the flow and hope to make it until 5pm and look for the weekend to come sooner than later. 😏 But NOT having a plan can be dangerous. It can leave you filling... 🚫 Aimless 🚫 Stuck 🚫 Not fulfilling your purpose 🚫 and in a mental fog If you don't know where to start, that's what a Career Coach is for! At least make a plan to... ✅️ DM me 'Time for a Plan' today ✅️ Watch the video about my Level Up program ✅️ Schedule a 'Strategy Call' at my booking link And I'll do the rest! Actually, we'll do it together! And you can enjoy each day because you have goals and an action plan to upscale your career and life! Sounds like a plan? ✨️✨️✨️

Here's a thought: We ALL make an impact...every single day. The question is, is that impact positive or negative? What do you associate impact with? What's the first word that comes to mind when you see the word 'IMPACT'? Is it a positive or negative association and why or why not? When it comes to impact, we have to certainly be intentional. Whether it's leading a team or working independently, are you making an impact that matters for you, your organization, your community, etc.? I'm facilitating a Leadership Training for the City of Cairo and these 21 leaders are all in! I love when I, too, an impacted. When I see dots connecting and people connecting, it impacts me to keep GOING, to keep DOING, to keep SERVING MY PURPOSE! Final bit on this topic: Making a positive impact sometimes mean getting comfortable with being uncomfortable! If you're in, check out this amazing video I shared today: https://youtu.be/QijH4UAqGD8?si=K9FmWujlzt5PmR-K If you want impact in your organization, contact me today! www.theyounetworkga.com POV: How do you measure your impact? When a participant to one of your sessions requests your services for another one of their businesses, because they see/feel the IMPACT.🙏🏽😊🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 #highlight #followers #fy

I'm preparing to facilitate a Leadership Training session tomorrow for 21 city leaders. Someone told me they didn't know I helped organizations and knew where I could help fill in a gap. That's why connecting with others is so vital. And it's also vital to clearly communicate what it is YOU do, so that opportunities can be presented for you to share your passion. There's a lot that the YOU Network does for individuals, teams, and leaders! It's all about YOU! Learn more today and let's connect! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 www.theyounetworkga.com

It's sooo terribly easy to allow fear to control your desire to even think you can have... ✨️FREEDOM ✨️PURPOSE ✨️SUCCESS ✨️and SURPASSING YOUR GOALS BUT. YOU. CAN have all that and more!! It doesn't always mean something incredibly drastic, like I've done years ago... 🚫Quitting without a thorough plan 🚫Jumping ship without a coach 🚫Giving up (this lasted 0.5 seconds, but that was still too long) It's more about strategy and setting yourself up to win!!! It's all about the PLAN and that's what a Career Coach does for you! I will help you create a plan that WORKS and connect the dots in a way that you can't even imagine! DM me for a free strategy call and let's STOP fear from holding you back any longer!

The video says it all! When you're ready, I'M HERE! Let's gooooooo!✨️✨️✨️ Book a Strategy Call with me and let's WIN! https://calendly.com/carlahawkins229

I LOVE what I do... helping professionals connect the dots and finding freedom from fear and burnout is my passion! I've successfully transitioned throughout my career and have picked up some strategies that work! ALL NOVEMBER LONG...25% OFF ALL MY COACHING PACKAGES! ✨️✨️✨️ AND... CAREER BOOST WORKSHOP (IN-PERSON: Albany, GA) 11/21/25 &12/6/25 @10:00AM Register here: https://forms.gle/6YBqcGMVKARBJf7S7

It's sooo terribly easy to allow fear to control your desire to even think you can have... ✨️FREEDOM ✨️PURPOSE ✨️SUCCESS ✨️and SURPASSING YOUR GOALS BUT. YOU. CAN have all that and more!! It doesn't always mean something incredibly drastic, like I've done years ago... 🚫Quitting without a thorough plan 🚫Jumping ship without a coach 🚫Giving up (this lasted 0.5 seconds, but that was still too long) It's more about strategy and setting yourself up to win!!! It's all about the PLAN and that's what a Career Coach does for you! I will help you create a plan that WORKS and connect the dots in a way that you can't even imagine! DM me for a free strategy call and let's STOP fear from holding you back any longer! or get booked now: https://calendly.com/carlahawkins229

Here's a "THANKFUL FOR YOU" deal!!! 25% off ALL my career coaching packages!!! Let's celebrate in advance for how your career is about to LEVEL UP!!!!!

🎁HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!🎁 Only 20 slots available for in-person workshops! Virtual dates will be announced soon! Just $150 for TWO Professional Development Workshops (Holiday Bootcamp with RESULTS)!!!! What do you get: ✨️Polished & Updated Career Portfolio ✨️Professional Development Training ✨️Strategies to level up! ✨️Connections to Companies hiring NOW! ✨️Solutions, Hope, and 1:1 with a Career Coach Message me for all the details and the registration form! https://www.theyounetworkga.com/contact #foryou #highlight #fypage

Feeling weighed down? Is the load getting too heavy to carry? Over 60% of workplace professionals in this country are experiencing CAREER BURNOUT. This is something that can easily be reversed with a proven system and roadmap to get you feeling: ✨️FREEDOM from burnout ✨️STRATEGIES to move UP or OUT ✨️SUCCESS personally & professionally DM me 'READY' and I'll get you started! Can't wait to release the baggage you're carrying and see you SOAR!!!🫱🏾‍🫲🏻📈

✨️CAREER TRANSITIONING✨️ First emotion that comes to mind is FEAR. But Halloween is over and there's nothing to fear about career transitioning when you someone like me at your side...a Career Coach (and your biggest cheerleader)!!🎉 From entry level to top executive to entrepreneurship, every successful person had or desired a coach or mentor for guidance and direction in their career. It's a Win-Win to align with a Career Coach who is passionate and intentional about helping you Level UP professionally and personally! If you're interested in learning more, DM me 'Info' and I've got your back! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻

Friday Sofa Chronicles 🛋 ✨️ I'm starting off with...THANK YOU LORD for being who and what you are in my life! Just because dark clouds rise doesn't mean GOD still isn't good. Behind the scenes, I've been dealing with a very personal matter near and dear to my heart. Without saying a lot, one of the hardest things about getting older is that your older loved ones also get older and you hit a point where you just want to return to younger years, where everyone was strong and healthy. 😔 Of course I'm not the only person who feels this way and seeing a loved one suffer in any manner is extremely difficult. 😢 Nevertheless, you have to keep going, pushing, helping, smiling, being productive, and taking moments to breathe in and breathe out with intention, to keep it all together. Why? Because this is life. There is a purpose in everything, so we can't let life break us. Endure and keep going! 🫶 I'm sharing this to say that my week started off celebrating my birthday and being overflowed with love and despite the challenges that followed, my week is ending with that same love to strengthen me as I prepare for more difficult days. ❤️ Yet, I celebrate accomplishing a certification I worked very diligently on and am soooo grateful to God for opportunities and doors opening and continuing to open for me to celebrate others as they find freedom from burnout and stress in their careers, businesses investing in me to boost morale and synergy, and there's soo much more to come! www.theyounetworkga.com ✨️ Thank you all, again, for the outpouring of love and birthday wishes...for my village...and for God being my all in all! 🙏🏽❤️✨️

I’m happy to share that I’ve obtained a new certification: SmartCoach Certification from Smart Coach! It certifies that the holder has been professionally trained by SmartCoach in business excellence and ethical practices, ensuring the highest standards in how they operate and serve their clients. And I will continue helping and coaching career professionals seeking freedom from career burnout, career transitioning strategies, mindset training, and boosting their network and networth... ...along with business/organizations seeking professional development for their leaders and teams! When PASSION meets PURPOSE! ✨️✨️✨️ Certified by @smrtcoach (the "a" is missing and intentional) ☺️

Thanks Mickeal and the entire Saade Family for the special birthday love and the addition you are to my village! God blessed me with some special people that I am grateful for and got my back for life! ❤️💪🏽🫶

WHAT A DAY!!!!!! CHURCH WAS THE BIGGEST BIRTHDAY BLESSING....THEN A SURPRISE BIRTHDAY DINNER WITH MY HARMONY SISTERS🩷🩷🩷...THEN A BIRTHDAY SURPRISE WITH ALL THE KIDDOS FROM MY CHURCH (thanks Sarah)...THEN MY SAADE FAMILY BIRTHDAY SURPRISE (thanks Mikooool)!!!

Today's my birthday and what a time I've had reflecting over my life! 🥹 Looking at old photos and all the shifts in my life that God, Himself, orchestrated to have me exactly where I'm meant to be in my life! I'M IN AWE OF GOD and I THANK HIM FOR LOVING ME, many times, despite of me, and for giving me the AMAZING & BLESSED opportunity to live for Him, to love Him, love others, and be a light in this dark world!! HE IS MY EVERYTHING and HE IS WHY I'M ALWAYS SMILING!!!! THERE'S NO GREATER LOVE, JOY, PEACE, etc. than what GOD can provide! I am soooo grateful for SALVATION and my example who has shown me how to be a True Woman of God! Today, I CELEBRATE the gift of being born in Truth and in the sphere of someone's life that would love me from death to life! 🥹🩷🙏🏽🩷❤️🥹

I'm your Career Coach Carla and I'm ready to help you find FREEDOM over FEAR!! There is a way out and I would love to help you explore those options and see you WIN!! I believe in you and this is my purpose!!! Let's get started!

Our Career Journeys are unique and our own, so there's no one size fits all! That means we need direction and guidance to make sure we're covering all the bases. That's what Career Coaches are for! And I'm here to help YOU connect the dots and reach your fullest potential! I've been doing this thing called "Career transitioning" and coaching a long time and successfully! And my program WORKS! Every superstar, artist, athlete, etc. has a coach with a "playbook" to help them reach the TOP! Why not YOU? Invest in yourself because YOU'RE worth it! ✨️Your Peace is worth it! ✨️Your Happiness is worth it! ✨️Your Professional Development is worth it!! ✨️YOU ARE WORTH IT!!! DM and book with me today for a Strategy Call that can change your life! https://calendly.com/carlahawkins229

✨️When PASSION meets PURPOSE!!!!✨️ I can't find the words to express the CONNECTION that can be made when you put your heart into something! ❤️ Today was the Kickoff for the Inaugural Leadership Training Program for the City of Cairo, facilitated by my company, the YOU Network! After months of planning, I met the 21 members of this cohort and instantly felt like we were all meant to be on this journey together! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 This 7-month experience began with building such a deep and solid foundation! When you show up with honesty, transparency, and are willing to connect and trust the process, ANYTHING is possible! 🫱🫲 The City is Cairo is Leveling Up with a synergy that will build stronger teams, connect departments, and strengthen the heartbeat of this city - the people! 🫂 The YOU Network bridges lanes — so that organizations operate not as separate teams, but as one leadership network, connected through shared goals, collaboration, and respect.🌁 Moral of the story: I LOVE MY JOB!!!🥹🙏🏽❤️

Professional development is needed for teams, as well as individuals! The YOU Network is here to CONNECT THE DOTS and boost synergy and communication!! And we have fun doing it!!!

CONFIDENCE is sooo vital in life, your career, your relationships, etc. And whether you have a lot of it out hardly any, this is something that CAN be developed! It is what makes or breaks job opportunities, promotion possibilities, and starting a new venture! Don't let it be the determining factor of what holds you back! With a Career Coach, you'll get the mindset training, along with the tools, to surpass how you see yourself and everything else! YOU are here for a reason and let NOTHING, not even yourself, hold you back any longer! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻✨️ DM me 'BOOST' for more information and for elevation!

This week is my Alma Mater's Homecoming, the Unsinkable Albany State University!!! As a proud Golden Ram, I want to honor the foundation that built such a strong resilience in me to acquire knowledge and pay it forward! This week only, get a special ASU discount for my exclusive career coaching 3-month program package! 💛💙✨️ Let's march down the field to a winning goal and Level Up Your Career!!🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 DM for a FREE consultation, and let's get you Freedom from Burnout!!🪜📈 https://calendly.com/carlahawkins229/strategy-call

Friday Night Sofa Chronicles 🛋 Is anyone else noticing how FAST the weeks/months/year is going??🤯 I mean, October is in full bloom and so are the opportunities that are arising! I'm sooo grateful! 🥹 But there's still sooo much work to be done! Sooo much help needed and together, we can make it happen! I attended a Community Partners meeting this week and met some lovely people from various organizations around our community fighting for amazing causes! You could really see the Power in Unity! I can only imagine... The more of us that come together, supporting the great needs around us, the more hope, peace, joy that could come to sooo many! Thank you Albany Housing Authority for hosting collaborative meetings to share and support those who need it the most! I can talk about career coaching and professional development needs all day, but there are also needs for... ♦️the homeless and less fortunate ♦️the abused and neglected ♦️mothers and babies ♦️children and literary needs ♦️domestic violence victims ♦️suicide prevention ♦️the aging population ♦️closing the gap in health disparities The following organizations are having events to support these needs, as well as health fairs, free mammograms and flu vaccines, fundraisers, adopt-a-family, donation drive for the elderly, etc. Albany Housing Authority, DCSS Wrap-Around Services (FACE), Goodwill, Liberty House, Albany Technical College, WorkSource Georgia, DOCO Public Library (sooo many events and resources), The Cutting Edge Epic Center, the Health Department, AAPHC.... Check out their flyers below, websites and reach out to see what is needed and how you can get involved before this year is over! We have a few months left to make a SIGNIFICANT impact!!!

Fridays are not just pay days, lol. They are style days for me! Thinking ahead and planning for the "look" for the job, the interview, the event, or just Monday is a part of the SMART goals that my clients and I discuss! I want you looking AND feeling your best and knowing YOU are the best for whatever opportunity arises!!! It's the weekend, but always stay ahead of the game!!! Learn more: www.theyounetworkga.com ✨️✨️✨️

For those who don't know me, I want to properly introduce myself and what I do. This is passion work. I love connecting with others and connecting dots for others! I am Carla Hawkins, MBA - Career Coach, Professional Development Consultant and Founder of The YOU Network, LLC. I specialize in empowering leaders, strengthening teams, and elevating performance across schools, nonprofits, businesses, and local governments. The YOU Network focuses on three core areas: ✨ Leadership Development Pipelines – helping individuals and teams build the skills to lead with confidence and impact. ✨ Employee Engagement & Retention – creating positive workplace cultures that keep talent motivated and reduce turnover. ✨ Customized Professional Development – from career readiness workshops for youth, to strategic coaching for executives, to interactive training for department leaders. What sets us apart is that our programs are practical, energizing, and tailored — designed to meet each organization where they are. Whether it’s preparing students for their first jobs, coaching teams through change, or supporting leaders to step into greater roles, we equip people with tools they can apply right away. At the end of the day, The YOU Network is about connecting YOU with the WHO — building the relationships, skills, and confidence that drive long-term success. Learn more here: https://theyounetworkga.com

Let's Level UP your career with purpose and strategic movement that will propel your growth and professional development to the next level! I know you are searching for more and for greater and you can have it if you start preparing NOW! DM me 'Ready' and let's begin! www.theyounetworkga.com

It's all about the ingredients!!! What makes any meal or drink delicious is knowing that what, when, how, etc. of ingredients and cooking time! Same principle applies to putting your career portfolio together and navigating a promotion, a new job, or a new business venture! It's ALL about how you put everything together! And that's what a Career Coach will help you do!!! ✨️Find the right mix for you! 🍋 DM "Fix it" to get the right ingredients for your career plan!

I've been there and felt that! Nearly 70% of Americans are experiencing career burnout and feeling stuck. Yet fear creeps in and tells us to settle even though the opportunities of your next chapter are endless. And since I've walked the path, I know a thing or two about transitioning, gracefully and successfully! Here's what I'm offering worth my Level UP Career Coaching Program... ✨️Structure and accountability as we connect the dots to your next ✨️A way to level the playing field and develop your skills and strategies ✨️Transformation of mindset, perspective and opportunities DM me 'Ready' to Level Up your career!!

Fall is my favorite season! Fresh opportunities, fresh starts, beauty all around! This is the best time to start navigating where you are in your career and where you want to be and having a Career Coach that will guide you every step of the way!!! Let's get started!!! DM me "Let's Start"! www.theyounetworkga.com

Friday Night Sofa Chronicles 🛋 Sooo...late start tonight. I had a FULL week and today was spent visiting my oldest Aunt, who has not being feeling her best, but today was a really good day! Lots of smiles, a stroll outside for some amazing sunshine, and she was even up for pictures and videos that I will always treasure! 🥹 That made me super happy today! My day actually started with an early kickoff to my birthday with lunch from one of my dearest friends. Then off to a roadtrip with my Dad (one of my best friends) to see my Aunt.🩷 What I realized was that this one day made the entire week complete. There was a strong finish to a busy and productive week! 📈 I mean, I got a new client! I got to connect with some fellow leaders in this community at two great networking events, put on by ASU and the other put on by the chamber. Those connections have already led to some great opportunities in the following weeks! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 On top of that, some people I love were lifted up with the "hugs" they needed! I love my village! 🙏🏽 But I would like to shout out Cheryl Vinson! Although we have connected professionally, I always love a super cool person that just has a great vibe personally! Thanks for sharing a love for cool glasses and individuality and for all you do for Communities in Schools throughout SWGA! You are now and forever will be a fellow Glasses Queen! 👑🤓 And I just love our pic! Have a great weekend everyone and think about what made your week complete! Smile, be grateful, and rest! ✨️

Wonderful event tonight at Albany State University's VIP dinner with the VP, Terry Lindsey with speciation guest, President Dr. Robert Scott! It was a wonderful event full of gems for the students and community partners! ASU is evolving into something greater than ever and I'm here to do my part! I LOVE networking and connecting with people! But it's not just for myself...it's for YOU! IT IS A WHO-YOU-KNOW-WORLD!!!🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 The right connection can make all the difference in the world! And I'm here to help you connect those dots!!!🟠⚪️⚫️ ✨️ www.theyounetworkga.com ✨️

EVERY. SINGLE. DAY.... there is a choice to settle or change!!! And every choice yields something worse or better. Our careers are what we make them. ✨️YOU have more control than you think! ✨️YOU don't have to settle! ✨️YOU can do and have better! ✨️YOU have a connect right in front of you...ME!!! LET'S START YOUR NEW CHAPTER! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 We're not wasting anymore time! DM me 'Ready' today to start connecting the dots in your career and getting freedom from the burnout!

The YOU Network, LLC is here to offer consulting services for career coaching, professional development for businesses, and overall growth! We provide on-site and virtual workshops, events, and more! Today's 'Work-Ready' workshop was soo IMPACTFUL for the adults at the ARC of Southwest Georgia! Not only will you leave with stronger skills and knowledge, you will BELIEVE you can achieve your highest dreams! I was given a grade of 1000 on a scale from 1-10! I'd like to think the time was well-spent! When people are seeking to get out of their comfort zones, the sky is the limit!!! Get ready to level up in EVERY way! ✨️ www.theyounetworkga.com

Love sharing my gift!!! The YOU Network is here to provide professional workshops and CONNECT the dots!!! Level UP in your career and let NOTHING stop you from going all the way UP!!

Enjoy a more fulfilled career and find your purpose!!! Theres nothing greater than doing what you love and were born to do!!! I'm here to help you connect the dots and navigate your way to your WHY!!!✨️✨️✨️ Organizations... I've got you too! Professional Development for your Team and Leaders!!!📈 DM me 'How'🫱🏾‍🫲🏻

Almost Booked up, and I'm sooo grateful to my clients who are taking charge of their Career Journey... NO MORE SETTLING...NO MORE FEAR!!!!🫣🫡 There are two more Slots available for my 3-month Level UP Career Coaching Program! ✨️ ✨️ DM for a FREE consultation, and let's get you Freedom from Burnout!!🪜📈

Most times, people are uncomfortable with asking for help because they think everyone else has it together and will judge or think they're 'crazy' for wanting to change. It's never too late! And I have a successful career coaching program that can give you solutions and connect the dots! DM for more information! I can't wait to welcome you into your next and better chapter!!!

It's YOUR Journey, YOUR Career, YOUR Life! I'm here to Connect the YOU with the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE & HOW! If you feel like you're in the dark, I'll help you see the Light ✨️ with my Level UP Career Coaching program! DM me for more information. Don't live another day in the dark when you don't have to!

Don't be afraid!!! Have FAITH over FEAR!!!! Take the step to your next level...to your next chapter and leap into FREEDOM! I'll help you navigate your career journey! You don't have to stay stuck!! I GOT YOU!!!✨️🫱🏾‍🫲🏻✨️ DM me 'Details'

Knowing your WHY is an amazing feeling. Living your WHY is beyond what I can explain! But it's possible and attainable! I'm passionate about connecting the dots for individuals AND businesses! ✨️Find Freedom from Burnout In your Career ✨️Boost your Mindset and Beliefs ✨️Increase your Network and Net Worth Visit my website: www.theyounetworkga.com or DM me 'READY' I'm ready to help you Level UP and start a new and exciting chapter in your life!!!

September is halfway over, and careers are loading!!! Opportunities are loading!! Take that leap and let's GOOOO!!!!! Hard work makes the dreams come true!✨️✨️✨️ DM me to learn more about my career coaching program and how to Level UP in your career and professional development!!!!

Everything that looks good, tastes good, etc. is not always good for you. That includes jobs, managers, etc. There's a lot to consider, and you are worth the time it takes to align with the BEST fit for you!!! A Career Coach can do just that! Tired of the burnout? Tired of the extra pounds of stress? I got you!! I will... ✨️Help you determine the career "type" that fits you! ✨️Help weed through the job announcements! ✨️Align you with a place and leader that is for you! ✨️And sooo much more! DM me to learn more TODAY! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻✨️

Happiest of Birthdays to my Kerri Crawford ,aka, Kerri-Berri!💜💜💜 May God bless with the best chapter EVER!!! 🙏🏽 💜🙏🏽 You are loved, seen, and sooo important! I know your Mom and Dad are soooo proud of you and they are with you always! 🥹🩷💙🙏🏽 Keep flying and make this the best year yet!

✨️Friday Night Sofa Chronicles✨️ ~ From a Career Coach & Business Consultant 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻 Busy week. Long days. God news. Bad news. But WE MADE IT!!! ✨️ And I feel like celebrating!!!!!! Next week is booked with amazing opportunities to demonstrate what the YOU NETWORK is all about! And I thank God for every door opening because I simply love what I'm doing!!! But I'm not the only one with WINS!!!! This week is shared with my friends WINNING too!!! The week began with my little cousin, Cody, saying a blessed and spirit-filled prayer at a commissioners meeting (check it out on my Facebook page). Then his mom, my cousin, Sarah Holloway @kickin_it_wit_cody , received great news for her business (I'll let her share the BIG announcement later)! My other friends are leveling up in their businesses and Jocelyn Roberts, @joyroberts_ , I can't express how proud I am of what you are helping be built!! Jamaria Cockfield @theminkywayaesthetics (twin❤️) the BEST esthetician I know with your business, The Minky Way Aesthetics!! Mickeal @a.life.of.strength, you have already accomplished sooo much with Fitness Empire, and now taking things to the next level in the community! Maroun @fitwithmaroun , don't get me started on the Wellness Club and the amazing healthy food you serve in your business of businesses! Monique Hawthorne, I am sooo excited about your 'Stamped and Ready' business and the opportunities and experiences you are providing kids to get their passport with Fly Kidz! I could literally mention sooo many more people I personally know who are blowing up and as of THIS WEEK!!!! Despite the ups and downs, and things out of your control, let's give it up for each other for still winning!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 If you or someone you know are DOING THEIR THING in their business, shout them out and what they are doing below!!! Let's give each other our flowers now!!!🌻💐🌹

Ohhhhh myyyy gooooosh!!!! At first, this video made me laugh. But then, it made me horribly sad that soo many people REALLY, TRULY FEEL EXACTLY THIS WAY! Let me show you how you can realize freedom from burnout and realize your full potential!!!✨️📈✨️

The more tools I get to be successful, the happier and more productive I become!!! I'm ready to make sure you have all your tools for a successful and balanced career! If this video speaks to you, DM me 'Tools Needed' Let's get you the professional development to level you UP!!!! ~Career Coach Carla 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻✨️

Get CAREER-READY with a CAREER COACH today!!!! Let me take care of YOU, from the inside-out!!! ✨️Great movie recommendation: Inside Out Getting on the path to finding your passion and going from burnout to balance is a journey you shouldn't take along! I got you!! DM me 'READY'!!!

Ready for a change!? I'll take that leap with you!! Where you are an individual or a business, in need of 1:1 coaching or Professional Development services, the YOU Network has what you need!!! www.theyounetworkga.com

There's soo much in store for you when you are ready to take that next step into the next chapter of your career!!! ✨️CAREER GROWTH ✨️BETTER SELF-CONFIDENCE ✨️INCREASED JOB SATISFACTION ✨️WORK-LIFE BALANCE ✨️ENHANCES NETWORKING If you want some help gaining these things, I got you! DM me 'READY' and I'll get you all set! Can't wait to connect and take you to the next level!!!

Fear, doubt, and lack of self-worth can all lead to hesitation on making the brave move to step out your comfort zone and try something new. But that can stop today! The YOU Network is all about connecting YOU with the roadmap for success, and the LevelUP Academy can help you reach your goals! September is when companies are on a hiring streak! DM me to book a consultation, and let's get you: ✨️HIRED ✨️PROMOTED ✨️TRANSITIONED TO YOUR PURPOSE Make that one brave move today, and just imagine the doors that will open! I BELIEVE IN YOU!!!! ~Career Coach Carla✨️

The YOU Network, LLC is here to offer consulting services for coaching, professional development, and overall growth! We offer experience, expertise, and high service quality on-site and virtually. Whether it's 1:1 coaching, workshops, team building, networking events, we have solutions for YOU! Get ready to level up in EVERY way! ✨️ www.theyounetworkga.com

No one knows EVERYTHING!!!! So stop putting soo much pressure on yourself trying to figure out HOW to level up in your career! ✨️Connect with me for the professional development you are seeking in your career! ✨️DM to learn more about how my Level UP Academy will upscale opportunities for you! ✨️Let's boost that mindset into believing YOU ABSOLUTELY CAN achieve and reach your goals!!! ✅️Connecting YOU with the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE & HOW!!!

If you haven't visited my website, here are some snippets of what the YOU Network is all about!!! We provide career coaching, but also professional development services for businesses, nonprofit organizations, and so much more! Level UP in EVERY way! Visit www.theyounetworkga.com to learn how you or your business can go to higher heights with connecting YOU with WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, & HOW!

Who you connect to can elevate your life or take away from it! Every day is an opportunity to start over and do better! Level UP with me for a new chapter in your career and professional development needs! Can't wait to connect! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻📈

We all need a mentor, a teacher, or a coach in life to advance to the next level. Professionally, this is vital for success! So why a Career Coach? ✨️ Expertise & experience passed on to you ✨️A motivating force guiding you on your journey ✨️Someone who will boost your mindset and potential ✨️Professional eyes to enhance your career portfolio ✨️And sooo much more! DM me, 'READY' to learn how you can LevelUP with a Career Coach today!

A Forbes 2025 report states that 66% of employees are feeling job burnout.🔥😥 But you don't have to feel stuck or afraid. Whether you move up or move on, I have some effective strategies to get you to your NEXT!!! DM me 'READY' if you are tired, unfulfilled, and ready for a new and amazing chapter in your career!!! ✨️ September is here, and companies are ready to hire! I'll prepare you for what's meant for you! Let's get your skills sharp and increase your net worth! I got you!! Everyone needs a Career Coach for some professional development!!! Let's Level 🆙️!!!

There are no days off when it comes to helping my clients!!! There are too many people waiting for their NEXT... ✨️PROMOTION ✨️JOB ✨️CAREER CHANGE ✨️PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ✨️CHAPTER OF FREEDOM DM Career Coach for the career playbook and roadmap to get you to your NEXT!!!

Career burnout is a state of physical and emotional exhaustion, often characterized by a lack of motivation and reduced job performance. ✨️There are soo many techniques to overcome it. ✨️You have to believe that it can get or be better. ✨️Don't be afraid to connect to someone that can help guide you to your freedom and breakthrough! DM me 'READY' and we will help you Level UP to productivity that matters!

This week in...Friday Night Sofa Chronicles!!! 🛋🗣 Take care of yourself!!! That's it!😘 It wasn't until my massage therapist felt the tension in my back and expressed his concern, that I realized how much I was carrying from those I pour into. 🫂 I feel. I care. I hurt when someone else hurts. And if you don't pay attention to it, you will slowly start feeling so weighed down until you can't help.🫩 And that's not an option for me! So take care of yourself as you take care of others. It's a MUST!🙏🏽 I love my village and those that give me the release I need to keep going. And hope that this post reminds you to get the release you need and a massage/cupping session is a great service to yourself! 💆‍♀️ Have a great night and weekend and stay tuned for a more energized version of myself next week!😊 ✨️Career Coach Carla ✨️ www.theyounetworkga.com

YOU can get that promotion! Connect with me and realize that your mindset matters more than the number of years you've been working! But I got you! I promise I do! Let's Level UP!

Get your very own career coach with the playbook of strategies, skills, and techniques to take you to the next level!!!📣📣 DM me ENOUGH!! And I'll take it from there!!🆙️ You don't have to figure this all out alone! 😉

Pouring into others is a gift God has given me, and if I'm up all night, it's worth it! To see people believing, hoping, and achieving results is ABSOLUTELY WORTH IT!!! Thanks to all my clients who have invited me on their journey of creating a new chapter in their professional career and life! 🫱🏾‍🫲🏻✨️📈 DM me to join this incredible ride! I go hard 24/7!!! www.theyounetworkga.com