Nicole Johnson

  • Team work makes the dream work

    Team work makes the dream work

    Employee engagement creates a happy work environment As much as we would all love to wake up every day energized, motivated, and ready to take on the world.  Unfortunately that isn’t a realistic expectation. Some days we need to work extra hard to be successful, which is why it is…

  • Why do African Americans have a whole month of celebration?

    Why do African Americans have a whole month of celebration?

    The history of black history month As we approach the end of Black history month, we have heard about all things black. From black restaurants, educators, actors, people on the street and even have seen quotes about those who are no longer with us. Have you ever stopped to think…

  • If it takes all night

    She tried not to cry.  The backs of her eyes filled with pride  Free falling salt mines, This sorrow chimed.  She was present and absent simultaneously.  A hunger filled a need  A want she could not ignore.  She watched him leave.  The back of his head growing more distant.  The…

  • Nationwide data breach could cost company millions

    Nationwide data breach could cost company millions

    A good antivirus software could detect a threat and save businesses from falling victim to ransomware Millions of Americans have been affected by Kia’s server data breach, which could cost the company a boat load of money. Kia experienced a nationwide outage that affected not only its mobile UVO Link…

  • Go the distance

    I want to think of you like a warm breeze Free flowing and happy. Our last words to not be filled with anger But thinly veiled fear. I want to see you in my dreams A vision so sweet. The little thin lines at the corners of your eyes Forever…

  • Davey Jone’s Locker

    She couldn’t see. Blinded by an ocean of rage and ache. No longer equipped to fight the current in this state.

  • Liberation

    It’s happening againThis pounding within my chest Feet cemented to the groundWe watched the earth reset. My body tensed,Waiting for the impact. The waves took us both under.We sunk deeper and deeper beneath the surface. I have never felt more free.

  • Civil unrest

    The sun is at its peak in the skyNot sure what came of the time. The crows created a nest in the trees,While I wiped away the last semblance of hope from my cheeks. Racing through hoops of unrest.The rioting,The looting,Protestors chanting, “I can’t breathe. Don’t shoot!” Deep inside, I…

  • This ‘ole tree

    I love the way that you touch me. My mind and body buoyed to the sea Tethered to the anchor of forbidden fruit. We are at a standstill and I’m ready for the scenic route Listen to the sound of the music playing in the background. Ready to take a…

  • In depth

    In depth

    The waves crashed against the hull, As the wind picked up, Thunder roared.