Coming from a legacy of military heroes, FlyGirl knew early on she wanted to follow in her family’s footsteps and serve her country. Her desire to be a police officer led her to enroll in the army during her college years. One day, seeing a black woman in a flight suit opened her eyes to limitless possibilities, and from that day forward FlyGirl worked tirelessly to become the best fighter pilot she could be. Though a mountain of challenges stood in her way such as discrimination, sexism, and numerous rejections, she embraced her tenacious determination to achieve her dreams. 

Having cultivated a life of gritty perseverance, FlyGirl now applies strategies she learned in the military to business. Much of her coaching centers around making gutsy moves. In her experience as an executive coach and consultant, she encourages leaders to make decisions that push them outside their comfort zone every day. This courage allows people to push past what she calls the “gutsy gap,” that challenge that seems insurmountable. By taking calculated action even in the face of fear, FlyGirl helps activate leaders towards their highest potential. Of course, she leads by her powerful example.

Main Topics

• Vernice’s military family background inspired her career in the Marines and law enforcement (01:00)
• How seeing a black woman in a flight suit changed the course of her life (02:48)
• Through willful determination, she excelled in flight school (05:19)
• How Vernice dealt with discrimination and sexism in the Marines (06:20)
• Tips for success at any stage of business (09:50)
• Making gutsy moves in business and on the battlefield (13:00) 

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