Jenniffer Weigel

Bridget Albert approaches cocktails with the mind-set of a chef. "You have to understand balance and flavor," says Albert, regional director of mixology at Southern Wine & Spirits of Illinois,...

Raising social awareness through storytelling is what excites filmmaker Gita Pullapilly. But it's her ability to be a good listener that makes it all possible, she says. "I remember when...

Motivational speaker Iyanla Vanzant knows about overcoming adversity. Vanzant's star appeared to be on the rise when she launched her own talk show ("Iyanla") in 2001 after several appearances on...

Studying human behavior is a passion for author Tom Rath. "I've been doing this work for the last 10 to 15 years, and I still get surprised and inspired by...

Respecting war veterans isn't just a passion for Mary Pettinato. It's part of her DNA. "My Dad, Mike Hession, was a Korean War veteran, and when he passed, my mom...

When it comes to her career, Liz Carroll would be the first to say she has the luck of the Irish. "I still can't believe I've made a living playing...

Mentors can be lifesavers — until they're not anymore. When you outgrow a mentor, surpass them in their skills, or simply establish your own level of sufficiency and independence to...