SIE mag - Issue #2: Master Your Time

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Faith

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This month we study Esther: Extraordinary Woman of the Bible.

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Business

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Time mastery: answering your #1 question

Home

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Room layout can baffle us.

Learn 5 pro steps.

Podcast

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It's time to go 'all in' on who you are in Christ! God has big plans for you.

Manifesto

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What is #sheisextraordinary all about? We set it out in a

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beautiful printable.

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this month's f e a t u r e s

05 Letter from the Founder, Judy Weber

06 The 30-Hour Work Week, Neill Williams

11 Honoring Working Moms

12 Brownies for Breakfast, Aleshia Kellerman

14 Meet Shimeka Dukes, Extraordinary Client

SIEmag Editor in Chief Judy Weber

Production Director Creative Director Contributing Writer Contributing Writer Contributing Writer Contributing Writer Contributing Photographer

Rebecca Jones Marley Reinig Neill Williams Christy McGriff Cristina Langridge Aleshia Kellerman Allison Beaupre

PUBLISHER SIE mag is published by Judy Weber LLC

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THERE IS A TIME FOR EVERYTHING, AND A SEASON FOR EVERY ACTIVITY UNDER THE HEAVENS ECCLESIASTES 3:1

HAPPY & BLESSED JUNE!

a letter from the founder

Can you feel God moving? Hello sister to Issue #2 of SIE mag. We wanna start

off by saying:

THANK YOU! Your feedback, well wishes and prayers have all been instrumental in making the launch of this monthly magazine a phenomenal success.

Thank

Judy Weber

and welcome

you

for

telling

your

friends

about

the

'She

is

Extraordinary' movement: empowering women of Christ to think bigger, be braver and live bolder.

By His power

and strength.

We're so excited to present this 'master your time' issue!

- Be sure to check out Master Productivity coach Neill Williams' article. the

30-Hour Workweek

(think it's not

possible....ahhh, that's your problem!)

-

Your #1 time & productivity question answered

(some tough love that I hope you'll appreciate)

-

An look of Esther

(continuing

our

study

of

mission

to

extraordinary women of the Bible)

-

Client Spotlight: Shimeka Dukes

(on

share her gifts with broken women)

- Delicious & good for you

brownie recipe (awaken

your metabolism in the most wonderful way)

And so much more!

My hope & prayer is that you'll take action on what you learn inside.

let's connect on instagram: @judyweberco

And that it makes a real difference in your

day-to-day, both professionally and personally.

As always, send us your feedback so we can continue to improve. And make the new issue release something you get excited about. We're here for YOU!

2 Steps To A 30 Hour Workweek

by Neill Williams Neill Williams is a Master Time Coach who helps too busy, overwhelmed online entrepreneurs simplify their schedules to get everything done in 30 hours or less. She teachers her clients how to break the hard work creates success mindset so they can grow and scale their biz in a simple, sustainable way. She is the creator of the Unbusy Your Life podcast and the Unbusy Entrepreneur Mastermind.

A 30 Hour (or less) workweek is

team needs from you to get their

Working less does not mean

not just for more time freedom,

To Dos done or what your clients

getting less done. In fact, scaling

although that is an amazing

or customers need you to do.

back your workweek is one of the

benefit. The 30 Hour workweek

best ways to increase your

requires a simplified schedule and

All of this is about getting things

overall productivity. I know - it’s

that requires a simple, clean and

done. So if you then ask yourself

counterintuitive and that’s why

easy business that runs like a well

why you think these things need

you haven’t considered it before.

oiled machine. The 30 Hour

to be done - what is your

workweek shows you where you

answer?

But think about this - if you have

can systematize and automate,

a limited amount of time to get

who to hire, when to hire them,

If you are like most hard working,

something done, you don’t have

and what role they will play in

high achieving entrepreneurs, the

the luxury of scrolling in your

your business. The 30 Hour

answer is that this is what

phone on IG or FB or distracting

workweek simplifies your business

creates success in your business.

yourself by answering email or

and gets it ready for growth.

And as an entrepreneur, success

Slack messages. You have to get

means money. So automatically

to work in a focused way.

If you are working way more hours than this or more hours than you want, the first thing you want to do is figure out why.

if you think about cutting back your hours, your brain will melt

It’s just like going on vacation.

down and tell you that means

How focused and productive are

you won’t get enough done and

you in the days and hours leading

that will mean that the business

up to your departure for

will fail or won’t make enough

vacation? You probably notice

money.

that you get a lot done because you are focused and aren’t busy

This is the truth behind why you

wasting time.

work so many hours. You think that hard work creates success.

The key to scaling back your

And hard work translates to lots

workweek to 30 hours or less is

of hours, effort, grind, hustle and

taking control of what you get

success translates to money.

done, how long you give yourself

So, what is the answer to the why

to get it done, and showing up in

you work the number of hours that

Hours = $$ is the equation in your

a highly focused way within that

you work? Have you ever stopped

mind driving your working

amount of time. It’s one of the

and thought about that?

behavior and decisions.

most effective personal

It might be because you think it’s

development programs you can

the time you need to get your To

But there is a fatal flaw in this

do. And it has the added bonus

Do List done or the time your

line of thinking that will free you

of creating more time freedom -

to work less.

which is so much fun.

F E A T U R E

A R T I C L E

30 Hour Workweek

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Here are 2 steps you can take to start scaling back your workweek to 30 hours or less (and get more done):

S T E P

Decide how many hours you will work before you start your workweek. Make this decision at least 24 hours in advance because when you do, you make the decision from your prefrontal cortex and this is the planning part of your brain, the part that will make a higher quality decision that will serve you better.

Right now, you might not even realize that this is a decision you make each week. But not deciding on purpose is also a decision. If you are working more than you want, then this decision making process isn’t working for you. instead, decide on purpose how many hours you will work this week. This is how you begin to take back control over your time and your schedule.

S T E P

Ask The Right Question. Instead of asking yourself how long something will take you to get done, instead ask yourself how long you will give yourself to get it done. This subtle shift is not just semantics. It’s really important because it shifts your mindset from being at the effect of a thing and how long it should take you to get done to being 100% in control of getting it done within the time you decide. You have done this before if you have ever taken a timed test. You had 60 minutes to get it done. And guess what? You finished in the 60 minutes because there was no other option. Do this with everything on your To Do List so that you are fully in charge of the amount of time you use to get the things on it crossed off.

Implement these steps to double what you get done.

Then the only question left to answer will be:

what will you do with all of your extra time?

FAITH

The Faithful Obedience of a Queen We all know the story of Esther. Put in a position of influence, she was faithful and obedient in the position that she

FOR

was in.

When she learned of Haman’s desire to kill all the Jews, Esther didn’t act hastily.

Instead, she fasted for three days and

SUCH

urged the Jews to do the same. She turned to God to give her guidance and direction.

Instead of acting on her own volition,

A TIME

Esther sought God’s direction through fasting and prayer and then acted obediently. We don’t know God’s plan, but He does require us to be obedient in faith. And that doesn’t mean you sit idly, but follow boldly.

AS

God was at work throughout Esther’s whole situation. He placed Esther in the king’s palace “for such a time as this”

THIS

(4:14) — to save the Jews. If she hadn’t acted in faith, how would the story have changed? God would have still saved the Jews, but not through Esther’s story.

Will you be faithful and obedient “for such a time as this,” where God has you currently?

Extraordinary Woman in the Bible

By Rebecca Jones

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JUDY-WEBER.COM/ACADEMY Judy Weber is a business strategist helping women of faith build businesses of significance, God's way. A 20+ year trial attorney & former c-suite exec turned serial entrepreneur,she's passionate about empowering women to go 'all in' on who they are in Christ, build a powerfully unique brand and step fully into their purpose.

Client Spotlight SHIMEKA DUKES

Shimeka M. Dukes is an Entrepreneur driven by Faith and God’s gift to her, to help and inspire others through what she writes! And an action-taking member inside the Academy!

She is the published author of Dukes Up & Faith for Every Round, A Memoir, a collection of entries from her sacred teenage - young adult journal. She is a Contributing Writer for His Favor Magazine, which has also spotlighted Joyce Myers & Tamela Mann. She's also been featured in Today’s Purposed Women Magazine.

Shimeka is also a Screenwriter, Future Movie Producer and appeared in the movie Sinners Wanted, featuring Clifton Powell, Lamman Rucker and Traci Braxton (2018). She has also been seen on Girl, Embrace IT! TV, Victory Praise Network and Preach the Word Worldwide Network.

Additionally, Shimeka thrives in Real Estate, as a Northern VA. Realtor writing residential sales contracts for first time home buyers!

SHIMEKA DUKES Home Town: Woodbridge, VA (Northern VA/Washington DC Metro Area) Best Advice: No matter what, Keep the Faith.

Passionate About: I take great joy in sharing my stories of how emotional trauma led to triumph to empower others. I am extremely passionate about God’s grace, family, and mental health awareness.

Business Wins: I consider my business a ministry. The moment someone expresses they are empowered to be better and to seek the Father, everyone wins.

The Secret to Success: Staying connected and saying YES to God. Our identity is found in Christ.

Hobbies: I love interior decorating and home remodeling!

I enjoyed taking on several projects that involved updating my parent's home a few years ago. They still live in the house that I was born and grew up in!

Connect with Shimeka: Instagram: @deardaddysgirl or her website: www.shimekadukes.com

BUSINESS: TIME MASTERY

How Do I Stay OnTask When . . .

I Get Interrupted?

Feel like your day flies by without little accomplished? Do you get distracted & pulled off track more often than you can count? If so, this one's for YOU, sister!

I get this question all the time: "Judy I plan out my day but...[my husband, my kids, my phone, my email] interrupt me and I can't get anything done. Help!"

WARNING! You may not like my answer: it may be perceived as a slap in the face or tough love. Or you may want to dismiss it as 'impossible' or 'unrealistic'. But read this with an open mind (I suspect this will be something new & I know it can change everything)!

Fact: You get to decide how you spend your time.

People may try to take you off task. The enemy will likely do his darndest to do that too.

But when distractions come (and we know they will), YOU have the power to 'just say no!'

I hear you. You're saying: "But Judy...you don't get it. When my husband needs me, I need to help him."

No, sister. He doesn't. He's a grown man and, as your husband, he needs to honor you and what's important to you and not assume your availability 24/7. Is his business more important than yours?

Shouldn't he support you the way you've always supported him?

I get it. His business may be supporting the family right now. Great, if that's the case I'm certain he can afford to hire someone

to handle the tasks you 'pick up on a dime.'

Don't say 'he can't afford it.' That's a mindset. Think of the THOUSANDS of dollars lost when you're unable to work your business and, instead, perform admin or bookkeeping duties (that can be outsourced for $10-20/hour). Remind him that he started out at $0 and couldn't have built his business without your support. His turn:) As for your kids: ideally your work time should be dedicated uninterrupted time (meaning they're in someone else's care, whether your husband, your mom, a neighbor or a babysitter). If that's not possible, get creative. Get the kids busy with an activity or TV (you can get a LOT accomplished in 30 minutes when uninterrupted).

Finally, turn off email and social notifications. Schedule when you check email (trust me, you don't need to respond immediately).

Remember: YOU control your time!

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STYLE QUIZ!

by Cristina Langridge

Finding your personal style doesn't have to be complicated.

Take the quiz below (as you peruse your closet).

You'll see you've had a personal style all along.

Q1. When I open your closet, I see....

A. A perfectly organized, color-coded closet full of things I love to wear.

B. Lots of dresses, light fabrics & fun prints.

C. My treasures! I love ever piece; I see the statement they make.

D. The same few outfits I always wear.

Q2. When I have money to spend on clothes, I spend on....

A. Tailored, neutral that works with what I already own.

B. I can't get enough dresses.

C. I go straight for shoes! Then jewelry. I love accessories.

D. Yoga pants, hoodies, casual tees: gimme the comfies.

Q3. What do you wanna see in your closet?

A. A closet full of neutrals, easy to mix & match.

B. A closet full of every color you could imagine.

C. A closet full of designer duds!

D. A closet full of 'easy-to-care-for' and easy to throw on & go.

Q4. What's the #1 thing on your shoppingn list?

A. Something w/ sleek lines I can pair w/ lots of outfits.

B. Something light, bright & flowy.

C. A fun, hot color, soemthing noone else is wearing!

D. Those wide leg, elastic waist pants that are popping up everywhere!

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STYLE QUIZ! (cont'd)

Q5. The reasons are changing, what do you do?

A. A perfectly organized, color-coded closet full of things I love to wear.

B. Lots of dresses, light fabrics & fun prints.

C. My treasures! I love ever piece; I see the statement they make.

D. The same few outfits I always wear.

Q6. How did your current wardrobe come to be?

A. I carefully selected & invested in quality items.

B. I like easy, things that are easy to put on & easy to wear.

C. I found fun pieces I love Sometimes they're trendy but I love 'em..

D. My wardrobe developed over decades. If it fits, I still have it.

Q7. What is your goal when you walk in the room?

A. I like to scan the room & talk to people. Love having meaningful convos.

B. I check out the decor; love seeing the warm tones. I get to the people later.

C. I want all eyes on me. I'm there to make a fashion statement!

D. I wanna blend and then blend some more. (I don't like attention.)

Q8. If I got a $5K clothes shopping spree, I would...

A. invest in quality pieces that would last for years.

B. here I come Free People!

C. buy the wildest clothing & accessories to make a big statement.

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D. head over to my favorite athleisure stores (love workin' from home!)

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Episode 110

Your monthly article for interior design inspiration

BY CHRISTY MCGRIFF Certified Professional Home Stager, Personal Home Stylist & Redesigner. Founder of Home Styling Studio. Visit HomeStylingStudio.com for more great resources.

1. CHOOSE A FOCAL POINT This important decision is often overlooked when determining furniture placement. Perhaps it’s because it can be more challenging than it sounds. I often see arrangements that have either multiple, competing or no focal point at all. For instance, you may have a fireplace and a TV in your living area. A common option is to hang the TV above the fireplace creating one single focal point. But because this is not an option in all cases, this

Living rooms come in all shapes and sizes. Often, it

could result in a competing focal arrangement.

can be tricky to determine the best arrangement to experience the best flow and function. If your living room layout is a drag, it’s likely going to affect the way your home functions for the entire family.

Another option is to feature the fireplace as the main focal point, positioning the TV where it can be viewed by one sofa (and not the focal point of the room.

By

tucking the TV in the corner, it simply becomes an Flow and function are clearly maximized in this

element in the room and not the main focal point. There

example. Let’s talk about what makes this

is no competing focal point here, and that makes this

arrangement my all-time favorite.

room arrangement a success! Lesson learned: there is no one way to arrange the furniture. None of this 'the sofa

Apply these 5 simple Pro Tips to your room

MUST go here'.

arrangement and enjoy the result!

for you & your family!

You get to create the space that works

Great room layout, step by step...

2. CONSIDER TRAFFIC FLOW

3. CREATE CONVERSATION AREA

If the flow of traffic in your home routes through

A common function of the living room is for TV

a seating area, rethink your arrangement. This is

watching. However, if you want to encourage

not ideal. One way to route traffic flow around

family conversation, arrange your furniture with

the parameters of your seating area is to pull

this goal in mind. It’s like the saying goes, “dress

furniture in and away from the walls. Many

for the job you want, not the job you have”.

people feel they must place the backs all

Likewise, arrange for the function you want, not

furniture on the walls. That is just not the case.

the function you currently have. Even if your most common use of the room is TV watching, arrange

You create a much cozier, intimate feel when

the seating for conversational opportunities.

you pull your seating toward the center of the

Chances are if you arrange in this fashion, a

room. If you have a tiny living room, this may

great conversation will emerge!

present a challenge. However, your solution may be to trade your larger furniture pieces for

4. USE RIGHT-SIZED RUG

smaller ones.

A wrong-size rug can greatly impact the design

In this example, traffic will naturally flow behind

appeal of your space. If something seems a bit

the chairs rather than through the center of the

off and you can't quite figure it out, this could be

conversational arrangement.

the culprit! Nothing hurts my eyes more than a large, floating run in the middle of the living room. That might be an over-statement, and there are worse design flaws. However, this is definitely in my top 10. I recommend the front legs (at least) of every seat is sitting on the rug. If that isn’t currently the case, pull your seating in. If that is not an option, purchase a larger rug. Rugs are meant to add texture and softness to a room, but to also set the parameters of the seating area. A right-sized rug will bring a cohesive feel to your space.

5. PUT TABLES WITHIN REACH What's the point of a coffee table and end table if you can't reach them comfortably? If you have to stretch or get out of your chair to reach your beverage, you should adjust your arrangement.

You have a few choices. You can move the table closer to the chair or use a bigger table. Seating areas are supposed to be comfortable and effortless. If your lounging experience is creating work for you, it's not working well. It's ideal for each seat to have easy access to a flat surface.

That flat surface could be a pouf or ottoman with a small tray. Get creative!

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6 tips for increased productivity while working from home

1

Schedule work & play (for balance)

2

Take breaks often (they're necessary)

3

Reduce screen time (read a book)

4

Exercise! (keep your energy up)

5

Eat well (to stay sharp)

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Create a routine (to avoid brain fatigue)

Last month, we asked you to choose your fav home office design....

THIS was the clear winner!

MANIFESTO

What are your weekly non-negotiables ?

As a thriving CEO, you must be in charge of your day, every day.

That means YOU get to determine how you spend your time, without apology.

As you map out your week, be sure to carve out time for your non-negotiables (that is, the things you decide are absolutely essential: prayer time, workout time, family time, etc.).

STYLE QUIZ RESULTS WHAT'S YOUR PERSONAL STYLE?

Find out your results below...

MOSTLY A'S

MOSTLY B'S

If you have all or mostly As your personal style is CLASSIC. You like a tailored fit, clean lines & a neat look.

You buy quality pieces and you keep your color palette neutral. To add interest, add textures or muted prints that work great against your neutral palette. Don't forget to add metallics & animal prints to kick your look up a notch!

If you have all or mostly Bs your personal style is BOHO. You like light materials and a fun & easy silhouette to catch a warm summer breeze.

Your closet is full of dresses & billowy tops. You may border on eclectic w/ your love for natural jewelry, bold colors & patterns. Add more structure to an outfit, throw on a fitted blazer.

MOSTLY C'S

MOSTLY D'S

If you have all or mostly Cs your If you have all or mostly Ds your personal style is a trendsetting personal style is LAID BACK. You have FASHIONISTA. You're known for work, kids & more: you're busy! You making a statement w/ your clothes. love your athleisure wear. It can go from People look to you for style inspiration. workout to work to home. (Plus it's You don't mind spending money on comfortable) It's difficult to create a something you know noone else is wardrobe w/ just athletic wear so wearing. Just remember, a trend can integrate some structured pieces into pass quickly so don't overspend on any your wardrobe. Then you'll be particular look. prepared for anything.

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