She's been on TV for 10 years now and her name is Trisha Goddard. And, she's playing for keeps.  Check her out:

Now, granted her show topics don't share the same altruistic tone as Oprah's, but someone must like her because she just landed a radio deal as well.

However, like Oprah, Trisha's had her share of struggle - she dealt with the suicide of her sister (due to mental illness) and was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. And, still she rises.

Why am I bringing up Trisha? Well, three reasons:

• I've still got the "pensive bug". I'm making some major changes in my business (that are taking FOooRrrrrEVER) and I like to see what other people are doing whether or not their work seems like a fit for me or not. My marketing genius mentor-from-afar, Roy Williams calls it horizontal thinking and if you don't know what it is, start learning. (And, if you don't already get the Monday Morning Memo, subscribe today and by next Tuesday, you'll be a better person for it. Small/negative/scarcity thinkers need not apply. )
• Also, I believe that the best way to become more successful is to examine the "moving and shaking" of people whom you deem successful. It doesn't mean you mimic their every move, it just means you pay attention.
• And, most importantly, I think: sometimes seeing someone else who's going through a tough time gives you the courage and compassion to face your own crap.

Thanks to the Black Women in Europe blog for the story lead.