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Technology has changed everything; how we work, connect and how decisions get made. In many ways, it has made life easier, but it has also created a new set of challenges that we can’t ignore. Across industries, we are seeing the same pattern: systems are becoming more efficient, but less human. Companies are using automation to cut costs. AI is being used to make decisions about hiring, scheduling, and performance. Data is collected at every step, often without people fully understanding how it’s used. On paper, this looks like progress, but for many people, it doesn’t feel that way. Technology is scaling problems just as fast as it is scaling solutions.
Where Things Are Going Wrong
Most organizations don’t set out to cause harm. Harm happens when technology is used without thinking about the human impact. For example: when hiring is automated, qualified people can be filtered out without explanation. When productivity is tracked too closely, workers feel watched instead of supported and when decisions are made by algorithms, accountability becomes unclear. Over time, this leads to something deeper than frustration; it leads to disconnection within the system where people stop feeling valued, they stop trusting the system and eventually, they stop engaging altogether.
The Ethical Gap
There is a growing gap between what technology can do and what it should do. Most organizations are focused on moving faster, cutting costs and staying competitive while very few are asking: “What is the long-term impact of this on people?”
A Different Approach
At Linking Dreams, we believe technology should bring people closer together and leverage their talents to solve real problems that impact all of us. That means rethinking how systems are designed and used. Instead of asking, “How can we replace this role?” We guide organizations to asking questions like: “How can we support this person?” or “how will losing this person be a detriment to the system as a whole?” Instead of asking, “How do we collect more data?” We ask, “How do we build more trust?” Finally, instead of building for scale alone,
we build for impact.
What This Looks Like in Practice
We work with organizations and enterprises to:
- Build people-first strategies around AI and automation
- Create ethical guidelines that leaders can actually use
- Design systems that include human oversight and accountability
- Connect companies directly to real community needs
- Train teams to think beyond efficiency and focus on outcomes that matter
Our process doesn’t slow innovation or try to stop it. We are not the “squeeky wheel that stops progress;” we ensure innovation actually helps people where and when they need it most. It’s about protecting the organization to ensure they can afford to keep having a good impact and know they are doing it right.
Why It Matters Now
We are at a turning point. The decisions being made today about technology will shape how people live and work for years to come.
If we get it right, technology can:
- Open doors
- Create new opportunities
- Strengthen communities
If we get it wrong, it will:
- Increase inequality
- Deepen division
- Leave more people behind
The Opportunity
The good news is this: It’s not too late to choose a different path.
Organizations have more power than they realize. They can decide how technology is used and they can choose to put people first. When they do, something powerful happens: Trust grows, communities strengthen and business becomes more sustainable in the long run.
Moving Forward
Technology isn’t going anywhere but the way we use it can change for the better. At Linking Dreams, we’re working with those who are ready to build something better; systems that respect people, support communities, and create real opportunity.
Because in the end, success isn’t just about what we build. It’s about making it work for everyone.
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Morning thoughts about balance.
Perfection takes time.
There is an old saying I used to tell my daughter: "Strive for excellence rather than perfection."
Well, the vision of Linking Dreams is already excellent, but I haven’t been too good putting it into words. The language always sounds "fluffy," but I can assure you I am not fluffy. I am direct, our services and support are direct, but how we impact people is not direct. We empower people; help them, regardless of who they are. Our special, unique feature is that we are a connector.
Being a connector takes on challenges all its own. As a connector, I collect contacts, names, resources, organizations, solutions, problems and meaningful data in the form of images, articles, sticky notes, business cards, etc. Over the last 20 years, I would have to say that most of my time has been dedicated to logging in the information into contact sheets, organizing filing systems and building a unique digital storage container that contains nearly every person I have come in contact with. To give you an idea of how many there are- I transfer 10 gigs of saved information every month. In basic terms-I store about 2000 items per month.....that's a lot of resources out there! Just imagine how many people we will be able to help!
Linking Dreams is built on a holistic model. We don’t just do one thing. We have 4 foundations of which we serve and work with people, organizations, communities, and enterprises. We are busy all the time and it's impossible to ever make it perfect.....because we are always collecting- always connecting. We are building a resource hub so people can navigate what opportunities for help are out there. We are connecting people to meaningful work and employers to hard-working people. We connect communities together to create a bigger impact by helping strengthen what they do. And then we have products, services, events, while also being on the road full-time. There are never enough hours in the day for perfection; there can only be excellence of which I strive for every day. Today, I am not there yet but we will be because I won't ever stop reaching for the stars.
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Today I sit in the desert, looking out at the vastness of the still. I look back at the life I have lived and look forward at what's next. I am a man who has lived a lot of lives; I have done a lot of things, lived alot of places; I have lived as a woman, a wife and mother and I have been a husband, father, and brother. There is no greater journey than one that has seen the ugliness and beauty in all things from both perspectives of gender. I have been through many trials, pains, I have been arrested, inprisoned- both physically and metaphorically. I have served in the armed forces and I have given of my self in every sector to help others in their darkest hour. I too, have experienced loss in every aspect of the word, while also having experienced the best that this world has to offer. I have been fortunate to obtain a stellar education, from of the best institutions in the world and I have formed a niche unlike any other. If I have to choose a life that works for me, a person that is a mix of everything, I choose peace, tranquility and fullfillment. I choose to be me in the only way I know how- some may love me, some may hate me- at the end of the day, I have a purpose on this planet and I am going to live it every day.
Today I embark on the journey forward. I am relaunching my overall brand. Linking Dreams is a brand that is bold, unique and empowering; a brand that represents a friend in your pocket. It is an organization that cares about the human condition and is committed to tranforming hopelessness into prosperity and purpose for all people- regardless of who they are or where they came from. Linking Dreams connects people, from all walks of life, into one place to find holistic solutions that empower people and enterprises in body, mind, heart, and soul.
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A Path of Discovery and Faith
This past year has been a long path of discovery and perseverance. I’ve never been great about keeping up with blog posts, but I’m working on a schedule to do better. It’s been a busy season—challenging, exhausting, but ultimately worth it. That’s why I’ve chosen to launch now, and in this way.
The world is hurting. People are fighting over every meme and post—distracted from what’s really going on beneath it all.
I grew up in a very poor family. We went to church every Sunday, and I remember how the church often helped us with food and provided a refuge when home felt unbearable. As I got older, I tried to be the best “Christian” I was taught to be, but parts of who I was conflicted with what I had been taught in church.
In my late adolescence, I drifted away from organized religion and embarked on my own journey of self-discovery. Years later, I found my way back to faith—scarred, wiser, and more grounded. I sometimes wonder if my life would have been better, worse, or no different had I never left, but looking back, I have no regrets. My path taught me that faith isn’t confined to a building or bound by doctrine. It’s about the journey, and about cultivating a personal relationship with God.
By taking the path less traveled, keeping faith, and trusting in God, I’ve become a better version of myself—and I continue to grow every day.
On November 9th, 2025, I’ll be launching our newest campaign: Ignite Synergy—a movement for people who seek common ground. As humans, we need to look beyond ourselves and our differences, and release the limiting beliefs that keep us divided. Only then can we come together to create real solutions for the world’s most pressing problems.
Churches hold a unique position. They can be powerful agents of hope and help for those in poverty, but many also need support to continue their mission. That’s why I’m reaching out to inclusive churches and congregations of all kinds—to work together toward a shared purpose.
My hope is to share my experiences and insights in a way that inspires compassion and demonstrates what it truly means to lead by example. People still need churches, but many no longer feel comfortable asking for help from them. I believe we can change that.
Through collaboration, I hope to help bridge the divide between people and faith communities—so that churches can once again become places of hope, connection, and prosperity for people of all walks of life.
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Once launched, our news real picked up on a story where “30% of our local workforce were living in their car.” We began raising awareness and to silence us, someone in government abused their power to render me and my fiancé, homeless.
Almost immediately, we began experiencing harassment and threats. We left Arizona for fear for our safety and the safety of our community.
Once we got to Ohio, we began door dashing and delivering for Uber Eats to make ends-meat. Quickly, we became discouraged as we reached out for help and received limited response. As we delivered food, it seemed every order was to be delivered without human contact. We felt lonely, isolated, scared, and hopeless.
Then we got an idea! What if the thing missing most in this world is the lack of human connection and kindness? What if we, even in our most dire circumstances, could inspire others to be mindful about the compassion and kindness they show others by giving a gift to every person we met on our “discovery journey?”
Since we are “rockhounders by hobby, we love to collect pretty rocks so we began labeling pretty pocket rocks with the words, “Linking Dreams, #inspirehumanconnection” and gave them out to nearly every person we met out on the road.
To solve the world’s biggest problems, it takes humans, coming together, and showing understanding, compassion, and kindness. We hoped that our rocks would be the reminder to people we had shared a moment with, to take time to connect with the world and people around them, deeply and with more meaningful connection.
If you, or someone you know, has found or received one of our “Linking Dreams” stones, connect with us! Visit one of our social media pages at the links below and share your picture, story, or experience with us!
If you like what you hear and want to support us on our journey to #inspirehumanconnection, please visit our sponsorship page at: http://spot.fund/93n839sc
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