Inspire Archives | James Hooks

Forward, Not Upward

How we speak matters. How we speak about growth is critical to the behaviors and actions we display in our work.

My journey through a life of defeats.

Throughout history we have been reminded of the fragility of the American idea.

The lack of safety while living in black skin in this country goes far beyond physical abuse.

I try to look at the world with a sense of wonder.

Dear Madiba, Today is your birthday.

I break because I am fragile.

I’ve never compared myself to Steve Jobs or other great innovators.

History has its eyes on you.

Juneteenth ascends in importance as a national commemoration of the emancipation of American slaves.

I was 13 years old.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. passed away 50 years ago today at the age of 39.