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MADE FOR THIS
Lessons in Leadership, Legacy, and Living
Unapologetically
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Tender, unflinching, and moving, this memoir reminds us that the path to understanding oneself is rarely straight and never dull. Step inside and discover a life honestly lived and one which verifies we must lift as we climb."
- Harriet L. Elam-Thomas, US Ambassador (Ret.)
ABOUT
THIS IS A GREAT PLACE FOR YOUR TAGLINE.
What if the life you’re building
isn’t just about success, but significance?
In Made for This, DeAngela Burns-Wallace, EdD,
shares an unflinching, deeply personal story of ambition, purpose, and transformation—from a childhood shaped by faith and family, to global diplomacy, higher education, and public leadership at the highest levels. Along the way, she reveals the defining moments, mentors, and mindset shifts that helped her navigate challenge, change, and calling.
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​Whether you're stepping into your first leadership role or charting your next big move, Made for This is your invitation to lead boldly, live purposefully, and never settle for a life that’s anything less than fully yours.
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REVIEWS
RB
RICH BRACKEN
Founder, Unstoppable Solutions
"DeAngela Burns-Wallace writes with honesty, humor, and grace, offering lessons that resonate far beyond the page. This book isn’t just for leaders—it’s for anyone ready to embrace their full, authentic self.”
RD
The Late
AMBASSADOR RUTH A. DAVIS
American Diplomat
“This book leaves the reader inspired, with many useful ideas on how to approach life successfully while helping others do the same."
JL
JULIE LORENZ
Former Leader,
Kansas Department of Transportation
“Using direct and simple storytelling, DeAngela provides a masterclass in learning lessons from the past to chart your best journey forward. Or more simply put: Because I believe no one wins alone, this is one of the most inspiring books I've ever read.”