SHE Tribe February 2023 - Complimentary Copy

Hello SHE Tribe,

February is already here, it is the"Love Month!" It is action-packed and rearing to go, what with black history month, Valentine's, etc. There is enough on everybody's business plate. If you are anything like me, you may feel that you need more than 24 hours in a day, not that you don't delegate or that you handle your time management poorly, but there's so much to get done! So let's just do it! It's not a time to talk too much, but a time for listening, a time for healing, a time for being, and a time for doing!

In this issue, we feature Black History Month, we take an in-depth look at Goldman Sach's investment in the Black community, specifically, the one million women program, and their commitment to fighting inequality through listening, learning, and investing in Black women to build a more inclusive economy.

Nina Macarie also chimes into the month's love theme by giving tips on how to fall in love with your business again I see what you did there Nina an absolutely insightful piece for those times when we suffer burnout. I also learned about Anne Bronte from the piece written by Claire Beesly. Our theme this month is Women of Power and we feature some amazing women, Marta Spirk moved from Brazil to live with her husband in America and they were blessed with triplets. Her story is moving and inspiring Also, Demi Oche's giving heart and what her 1Powerhouse organization is doing to alleviate the pains of the community in Atlanta. Lara Georgine is a multipassionate creativeprenuer who helps moms balance their lives with business

Lastly, as always we would like to connect with you, if you have not yet done so, visit our website www shetribe io get your complimentary copies of past issues, and let’s stay connected! Good things are in store! Have yourself a Happy Valentine's Day! Won't you?

MAUREEN PERDUE

Founder & Editor

BLACK HISTORY MONTH BLACK WOMENOMICS

How Goldman Sachs is Addressing Economic Inequality with the "One Million Black Women" Program

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by Maureen Perdue

Over the years, we’ve seen countless female entrepreneurs make their mark on the world with innovative ideas, hard work, and dedication. Black History Month gives us a chance to recognize those who have made history in the corporate world and shaken up the status quo. It also offers women the opportunity to pursue new business opportunities and inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs. This year we look at how Goldman Sachs is investing in black women and building a more inclusive economy. Here’s one of the best opportunities open to Black women.

Black Womenomics: Investing in the Underinvested is the title of Goldman Sachs' 2021 extensive research, the findings of which showed that one of the fastest ways to accelerate change and effectively begin to address the racial wealth gap is to listen to and invest in Black women. The Black Womenomics research focused on the wealth gap, its relationship with economic disadvantages, and the public and private investment opportunities to help close these gaps.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

BlackWomenomics

According to the Goldman Sachs 2021 Womenomics report, here is the highlight of research findings that informed corporate decisions and became a premise and a springboard to embark on the One Million Black Women Initiative

1 Black women face a 90% wealth gap.

Due to complex historical factors and ongoing discrimination, Black Americans and especially Black women remain heavily disadvantaged across a broad range of economic measures, including wealth, earnings, and health The median Black household owns nearly 90% less wealth than the median white household and the gap is even slightly larger for single Black women relative to single white men

2. Large earnings gap drives much of the wealth gap.

Lower levels of earnings for Black households account for about two-thirds of the average wealth gap, while the remainder is largely explained by financial factors, including access to capital and investment opportunities, personal finances, financial information, and housing. Black women generally make less in the labor market

3 Earnings gap is widening again

Using a statistical model, Goldman Sachs' research found out that improved access to better-paying occupations and industries drove a substantial narrowing in the wage gap of Black women relative to white men in the 80s and 90s. Unfortunately, progress in closing the wage gap of Black women vs white men has stalled over the last two decades

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4 Education gap

In spite of significant progress, factors contributing to the educational attainment gap include underinvestment in early childhood education, disparities in school funding, school quality, and economic resources, as well as bias faced by Black girls at school. It is estimated that closing the education gap for Black girls and women would narrow the earnings gap with white women by one-third

5.Capital access gap fuels wealth gap. Largely because of lower earnings and limited access to capital, Black Americans are much less likely to own high-return assets than white individuals, including homes, stocks, and especially their own businesses The fact that Black women entrepreneurs cite limited access to funds as the largest barrier to success and that Black entrepreneurs are 20% less likely to fund their startups with bank business loans suggest that capital access gaps contribute to the business ownership gap

6.Personal finances gap.

Black women ’ s wealth is not only held down by lower access to high-return assets, but also by a higher exposure to high-cost liabilities Black women are, for instance, five times more likely than white men to rely on expensive payday loans, likely due to limited access to formal credit and potentially financial information gaps Survey evidence on compound interest and familiarity with stock market risk suggest that Black women face a financial information gap

7 Housing gap

Partly due to the home ownership gap, Black women face a substantial housing quality gap, with one-third of the homes occupied by Black women estimated to be unhealthy The fact that 55% of Black women in renting households are “rent burdened” spending 30% or more of income on rent further illustrates the challenge of affording quality housing while saving and investing

8 Health gap

Last but not least, Black women experience less favorable health outcomes, partly due to reduced access to quality care Black women are 35% more likely to report fair or poor health, and have a pregnancy-related mortality rate that is more than three times higher than White women The racial disparities are also especially large for breast cancer, and pain undertreatment The fact that Black women are one-third more likely to cite health issues as a barrier to work than white individuals suggests that closing the health gap would also narrow the earnings and wealth gaps

BLACK HISTORY MONTH Bridgingtheinequalitygaps

Solutions to close the gaps

Following the research in 2021, Goldman Sachs identified and resolved that changing the economic disadvantages that Black women face is a multidimensional commitment across the public and private sectors and efforts to effectively address the issues can only succeed if Black women are actively engaged in formulating the strategies and framing the outcomes They found it critical that the public sector continues to robustly address racial inequity and mandate changes to laws and policies that influence behavior and close the gaps over time. They highlighted the power of private capital in driving progress toward economic equity for Black women, their families, and their communities Their strategy focuses on intentional structural adjustments and investments to compensate in part for the systematic barriers that have been so fundamental in creating the broad disparities

The main BLACK WOMENOMICS that the program addresses.

1) Reduce barriers to college education and increase graduation rates for Black women

2) Provide access to capital for Black women entrepreneurs

3) Increase financial education and,

4) Invest in Black communities, including in affordable housing, quality healthcare, and suitable childcare facilities in primarily Black neighborhoods Black women are often at the center of advocating for their own equality and progress The proposed actions focus on lowering barriers and creating pathways to economic security

Good for growth All in all, overcoming these adverse economic trends would make for not only a fairer, but also a richer society Goldman Sachs' estimates that confronting the earnings gap for Black women could create 1 2-1 7 million US jobs, and raise the level of annual US GDP by 1.4-2.1% each year, or $300-450bn in current dollars.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH Empowering One Million Black Women & Making an Impact!

Since launching in 2021, Goldman Sachs’ One Million Black Women initiative has helped thousands of women grow their businesses And with $1 billion of the $10 billion they’ve pledged already invested, they are already making a huge impact In fact, its 116 investments alone have helped almost 184,000 businesses secure capital to expand

In addition, Goldman Sachs plans on making a $10 s have the potential to create hundreds of jobs for t g entrepreneurs With 17% of Black women in the pro initiative is a fantastic opportunity for women to g succeed in its mission, Goldman Sachs has develo account the unique challenges Black women face

The Seven Pillars of Goldman Sachs’ initiative are:

Currently, Black women and white men have a 90% wealth gap between them. One Million Women is working to bridge that gap by investing in the success of Black female entrepreneurs.

Why This Is the Best Time to Start a Business

According to JP Morgan, Black women are the quickest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the United States And for them and other women who want to be entrepreneurs, now is the best time to start. With technology constantly advancing, starting a business is easier than ever before. Furthermore, businesses can now reach a much larger audience with the internet connecting us all. Before, companies had to rely on traditional marketing But now, businesses can leverage digital platforms like social media and search engine optimization (SEO) to reach potential customers who can benefit from what they offer In addition, there are new industries and opportunities that didn’t exist before For example, the online marketplace has opened many new avenues for entrepreneurs to sell their goods and services. With 61% of Black women and many other women self-funding their businesses, this is an excellent opportunity to create a successful venture with minimal capital.

Final Thoughts

Women have always been vital in driving economic growth and progress, but female entrepreneurship is more important now than ever before It is a time to close the inequality gap by taking action and empowering and healing the economic power divide Let's make the difference! We encourage Black women to explore unique business opportunities and take advantage of the available resources. With continued innovation and progress, the likes of Goldman Sachs can guarantee that all Black women are represented fairly in the business world by their bold stand in business and given the same opportunities as everyone else

ONE MILLION BLACK WOMEN Advisory Council

The advisory Council for the Goldman Sachs' One Million Black Women project comprises of 16 Black leaders spanning across philanthropy, business, nonprofits, education, government, art, and professional sports They have been been instrumental to the work, guiding the scope of the investments and accelerating progress towards the goal of helping to impact at least one million Black women by 2030.

“Empowered women empower women.”

MayaAngelou

MARTA SPIRK

T h e E m p o w e r e d W o m a n

A TAKING RISKS IntheNameofSelfLove Marta Spirk

nyone could agree that having and raising children is probably one of the hardest jobs in the world - now imagine triplets! Marta Spirk has had a journey marked by several challenges and adventures and being a triplet mom is one of them Before that, however, she courageously left her home country Brazil to marry her American husband in 2010 She shares all about that difficult decision with such emotion in her TEDx talk: The Transformational Power of Defeat This bold move was the catalyst to building an empowered life and business that now encourages other women to follow their dreams and their hearts

After nearly 6 years of marriage, Marta gave birth to triplets and nine months later, she embarked into her entrepreneurship journey Beginning with network marketing, she fell in love with personal development and founded her coaching business in 2018 That was also the year she launched her podcast, The Empowered Woman, which now has reached over 150,000 downloads all over the world.

Through the years, she's helped women launch and grow their businesses and since 2022, when she published her first book, The Empowered Woman: The Ultimate Roadmap to Business Success, and had her TEDx debut, she's been championing her clients to get visible Through her own experiences moving into more recognition and exposure, she now mentors women to stand out on social media, stages, TV, magazines and spread their message far and wide

Marta's ultimate goal is not only to be admired, but to inspire women to follow their dreams despite life's challenges If a Brazilian immigrant, self-made entrepreneur and triplet mom can do it, anyone can!

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1 Hello Marta Please introduce yourself to our audience We want to really get to know something about you, your story, How you met Your husband How many years you've been married and how you're thriving in your all rounded in your family and how you balance your business and family? The kids etc (Whatever you are comfortable sharing)

I met my husband in a church conference in Tulsa, OK back in 2005 My mom is a pastor in Brazil who founded her own church with the support and guidance from American ministers We started attending church conferences in the US in 2001 and it was in one of those visits that I met him We dated long-distance for 5 years until we decided to get married and I moved to the US Although I'd been familiar with the American culture and the English language, the adjustment to moving from my parents home in Brazil to moving in with my husband was not easy And as our relationship grow after 5 years of marriage, I got pregnant with triplets in 2015 I gave birth in January 2016 and that was yet another big change in our lives

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2 You are truly a Powerhouse, how did you come up with your organization’s name and concept? Please take us through how you started What inspired you and made you want to be a Speaker? And take us through your business journey

In June 2018, after deciding to start my own coaching company, I launched a podcast and named it Mom Does It All - that is also the name of my LLC At first, my business focused on helping moms take time to get to know themselves post-partum and follow their gifts and dreams, like I did With time, I understood this message is not only for moms; it's for all women, so I rebranded to The Empowered Woman and all my programs, even my book carries that name now

3 What gap does (your organization) fill for Women Business entrepreneurs, How has (your organization) impacted the lives of others? Do you remember any particular successful case that stands out

My company started with a focus on personal growth and that led me to support women with entrepreneurship As I encouraged women to pursue their dreams, it was only natural to give them the tools and guidance to make them a reality by starting their own business Through the years, as I learned how to market myself and gain visibility, clients started asking me HOW I did it and now I see my company filling a gap in the sense that I don't just support women in finding the confidence needed to follow their hearts, I also provide them specific steps to take practical action and make themselves known in their industry While many mentors may focus solely on either mindset or visibility, I help women with both, because I understand you can "lead a horse to water, but you can't make it drink " I support women with the foundational personal development principles to have the courage to carry through with their plans and projects to make an impact in the world I have so many examples of women who have been empowered through my work and programs, like Gina Fontaine who published her book You Are A Supermom, Rubecca Martinez Dalton who left her 9-5 job to grow her then "side business" into full-time income producing or Camille Schetman, an artist who landed a TV segment after weeks of starting to work together

3 What story do you find elicits the best response and what technique do you use to engage a live audience? How do you ensure your information is remembered by your audience? Do you note the things that makes your audience react positively

I believe my two greatest stories are both my immigration from Brazil and my having triplets Those two examples usually touch people's hearts because people can appreciate the idea of leaving everything behind for love or the challenge of carrying and caring for triplets - and yet choosing to follow my purpose and dreams What I do to make myself memorable - and what I teach my clients - is to be myself Vulnerability, authenticity and genuineness are magnetic I also like to incorporate humor and lightheartedness in my talks and conversations I am energetic and bubbly, it's part of my personality

3 Tell us about your book

I remember reading one of my first personal development books ever, Brendon Burchard's High Performance Habits and being fascinated by his work I instantly had a glimpse of doing something similar, but with my own principles and framework I realize there are so many self-help and personal growth books and this was part of my resistance to publishing my own book Ultimately, I decided to believe that I can choose to think there are too many books in this genre or that the very reason there are many books like this means I can add one more, with MY voice, MY story and MY lens So, this is what makes The Empowered Woman: The Ultimate Roadmap to Business Success different: it's mine and I'm unique You may find a similar message elsewhere, but you will never find the same In it, I share my story by weaving it in the 5 steps of my framework called The Empowered Woman Path: Notice, Listen Empower, Forgive and Transform Yourself

3 What is it like being able to influence so many people, What factors do you consider every day, and which people or books have had the most influence on your growth?

I definitely acknowledge there's a lot of responsibility with the work that I do and that's why I continue on in my own personal growth journey I'm also a "work in progress" in the sense that even though I encourage others, I struggle too I'm not perfect and that's not what equips me to mentor others, quite the opposite Owning my imperfections is what helps me be real and put myself out there authentically My biggest influencers have definitely been my Christian faith, my parents and thought leaders like Napoleon Hill

4 What kind of relationships and connections have you built through (your organization)?

After 6 years in business, I recognize the power of building relationships I wouldn't have achieved so much without my mentors, clients and friends Taking the time to get to know people with no hidden agenda is the best practice to grow as a person and further your endeavors

5 What is the mission and vision of your company?

My hope is to inspire a movement of individual empowerment that leads to collective empowerment I want to further my message that if each of us realize how powerful we are as an individual, as a group and society we become unstoppable to create more good for future generations

3 What would you say to people who want to become Speakers? Include the pros and the cons

My #1 piece of advice is: Have persistence

It will probably take you a few tries to get noticed or selected Don’t let it wear you down Continue believing in the power of your message and leverage your connections to expand your reach The doors will open and you will reach heights that once were only a dream I am proof of that: a girl from Brazil with no connections in the US, who was able to start her business from the ground up and become an in-demand speaker As for cons, I don't see disadvantages in speaking, unless you are unaware of boundaries - it is important to be clear with organizers about your fees or requirements and be mindful of your time

3 What would you say is the #1 key to success in your business? What motivates you?

Talk about the biggest failure you've had What did you learn from it?

If I were to summarize the key to success to only ONE, I'd say is learning to reframe perceived mistakes and failures as lessons As a matter of fact, what has motivated me is seeing difficult situations and challenges as fuel for me to keep going If it looks like I hit a dead end, then I know where not to go and to keep exploring elsewhere In simple terms: failure doesn’t exist Everything is a stepping stone toward the next level of success

4 What does a typical day in your week look like? What keeps you going when things get tough in your business?

I have quite a busy schedule and it's by design I love meeting with clients and making new connections virtually or in person Every month I take some time to attend a networking meeting and also do something fun, like trying a new dance class or going out to eat with a friend Whenever I'm having a hard season, I make it a point to unplug more - spend more time out of the office and social media to enjoy time away and it helps so much Usually I take the weekend off work and especially off social media at least once a week

3 What do you do for fun, and your social life?

I love singing and playing the piano Music is a huge part of my life I'm also learning to play the guitar now That's my favorite pastime or break from work I also enjoy taking my dog for a walk, watching reality TV with my husband and playing with my now 7-year-old kids It has been so fun as they grow to play board games and get competitive!

“A woman with a voice is, by definition, a strong woman.”

MelindaGates

DEMI BATTLE-OCHE

1PowerHouse Outreach, A 501c3 charitable organization with operations in Stone Mountain GA, was founded in 2015 by Jason and Demi Oche They both always had a passion to serve and help others Jason and Demi both owned businesses in their respective fields and stepped outside their professional realms to give back to the community in a mighty way together as a newly married couple They both give all honor to God for this vision to be able to help grow in their community

Based in Stone Mountain, Atlanta GA, our primary audience is in this community, we are honored to serve the community through the years and especially during the COVID 19 Pandemic/lockdown and its aftermath We continue to minister to the community in ways that we can and aspire to be a much more useful resource for the community to always turn to in times of need Our costs have grown as the population that we serve grows It is in this regard that we would like to partner with you to further advance and achieve our mission

OUR MISSION:

We will meet you where your needs are We will never turn anyone away whether you need clothing, housing, food, or even health benefits.

OUR MODEL:

Our model is based on finding the items that families require which we distribute to them. We aim to alleviate hunger, prevent homelessness, alleviate anxiety and change lives one step at a time. We look to provide more than a singular resource for those facing difficult emergency circumstances.

Our programs are designed specifically to support and provide essential resources to families and individuals experiencing hardships, hunger, and homelessness with their immediate requirements to combat hopelessness and much-needed support. Families and individuals in crisis can obtain food supplies and other home supplies at our open-air outreach. Although we currently run this once every week, we look forward to creating and establishing a permanent pantry where they can drop in and get help until they transition into getting themselves into a more established program like the EBT. I

Last year 1Powerhouse Outreach served almost 9,000 people in Atlanta. We hold weekly outreaches every Tuesday where we distribute foodstuff, clothing, etc. This quarter we have already reached thousands of people.

We have been able to form a lot of connections county-wide and through corporations. Like all organizations, Covid has impacted a lot of the funding. Currently, my husband and I are selffunding to make sure that we can continue to meet the needs of everyone we come in contact with that needs our help.

We can fill the gaps wherever there is a need anywhere from programming for our youth, clothing, household items, and even food. 1 Powerhouse makes it possible for families living in or close to poverty with any and all needs at any given time. We also help women/men as well as children who have been involved in sex trafficking with housing etc.

I would advise anyone that would like to start a nonprofit to make sure they build their company around what they hate. My father always told me that you are called to do that very thing you hate. In my case, I hate poverty and children being abused. So that is the bulk of my organization. A lot of people think that once you start a nonprofit, you will get a lot of funding and grants immediately. That is not the case! Many nonprofits go years without getting one dime. I would suggest that you have a strong marketing plan in place as well as build relationships with private and corporate donors to help you with funding until are able to obtain federal funding. We also still must maintain all the projects that we have in the United States. We are super excited to be holding our 2nd 2023 Annual 1 Powerhouse Unsung Heroes Gala on April 29, 2023. This is where we award heroes that often go unnoticed in our local communities as well as our global vision partners. We hope to see you.

If you would like to connect with us, you may do so by visiting our website at www.1powerhouse.org. You can also reach us on all social media platforms @1Powerhouse. We are currently building our overseas legs for the company. We will be visiting Grand Cayman in Feb, Jamaica again in May, and Africa in June.

My name is Demi Oche I am the CEO of 1 Powerhouse I am married to Jason Oche, my wonderful and handsome husband of 5 years now Working at 1 Powerhouse can be easy not challenging I am blessed enough to have a solid working team which includes my children. Having my children come aboard and learn from ground up a company that will one day be theirs, has to be the most humbling part for me I must say

Before stepping out into the nonprofit sector, I worked in the music and film industry with the understanding that one day, I was going to be able to use that platform to give back. So, it only made sense to call the company 1 Powerhouse because it was going to encompass everything that I would ever do in life

My husband and I both worked in two different fields We both have a Passion for giving back and serving the underserved and at risk youth So we decided to create a program to help those youth Never in a million years did we think that a simple seed planted back in 2015 would grow into such a huge organization.

Currently, 1 Powerhouse feeds at least 5000 people on average per month We also sponsor a school in Sierra Leone Africa as well as an orphanage Our reach has extended to Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and Nigeria just to name a few We have a strong Latino division that tailors to our Hispanic population. We are partnered with major corporations and our local law enforcement to help bridge the gap between community and law enforcement Our goal is to build communities, 1 family at a time globally The most rewarding thing for my staff and me is the reward of being servants Because serving is our passion, every need that we are able to meet stands out to us in a gratifying way

We are global! Our work extends across the world. The most impact that my company has seen was in Africa and Jamaica We provided food, clothing, household items, medical supplies etc It was especially rewarding to provide medical supplies to the children’s wards To see the kids suffering with cancer knowing that you were able to bring some comfort was a blessing to our hearts.

Love is a fruit in season at all times, and within reach of every hand.

MotherTheresa

Katie Britt - an alumna of Distinguished Young Women was sworn into office as Alabama's first elected female senator. Katie was joined at The United States Capitol by her family and sisters. Her sisters are all alumnae of Distinguished Young Women. They are pictured below with Vice President Kamala Harris.

“Education is transformational. It literally changes lives. That is why people work so hard to become educated, and that is why education has always been the key to the American Dream, the force that erases arbitrary divisions of race and class and culture and unlocks every person’s God-given potential.”

CondoleezzaRice FormerSecretaryofState attheBostonCollegeCommencement.

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"Sometimes, You need to step outside, get some air, and remind yourself of who you are and who you want to be"

LARA GEORGINE

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Creative-prenuer.

Lara Georgine is a multi-passionate creativepenuer, who has always had her hands busy and her mind analyzing. Ever since she can remember she has had crayons, pencils, markers and paper by her side so she could draw and take notes of her observations While sitting in her den during the shut-down, surrounded by her paints and paper Lara had the opportunity to hit the pause button on a life that was running her so she could recalibrate, recreate her boundaries, and reconnect with her former self so that she could outline where and what she wanted next, designing the steps she needed to get there.

Born in the mid-west, Lara, the youngest of three children, ended up moving to the east coast when she was 5. She’s lived most of her life in New York and Pennsylvania and after graduating college and moved to NYC, living both in Brooklyn and Manhattan while working in the garment district as an assistant designer, and as a print and pattern designer for various companies Eventually, she made the transition into graphic design working in marketing and PR

“A lot of who I help today is based on the transition from my years of being a careeroriented woman to a mother Shortly before having my first child, my husband and I relocated for a position I wanted.

After my son was born, I was really lonely I didn’t have any friends going through the same experiences at the time, and it felt isolating I love being a mom, and I loved that I could go back to work until the reality of going back happened for a role that I could have done from home ”

Returning to work, with the required long hours and extreme commute led Lara to a situation where she was looking for new employment while carrying her second child Interviewing, commuting and being a mom while carrying was a lot physically and emotionally “It was a hard time My ego was beaten up, and my self-confidence was almost non-existent I had never thought I would be in the situation of interviewing 9 months pregnant and looking across the table at two people whose eyes were asking me why I was there wasting their time (for a remote position) and it hurt. I also knew they couldn’t fathom doing more than the job, and I know in the end I didn’t get the role because I wasn’t meant to.”

Lara freelanced between Philadelphia and NYC over the next couple of years before finding a new full-time role, giving birth to her third child and being granted to work remotely for a few years after moving.

“When I parted with the company it was hard, a second hit to my ego and self-confidence. I was very fortunate that a woman heard about my situation and helped me get back up and on my feet. She hired me as a freelancer to be the graphic design department and social media manager. We worked together for 5 years, which taught me so much about connection through body language. There is also so much more to the way that we carry ourselves, and as a person who has always been behind-the-scenes, from painting the backgrounds for school plays to designing websites, social media content and posts, to email communication design etc. I never paid much attention to how I carried myself and how that affected my wants and needs in the workplace

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“As I watched new experts coming in to manage tasks and ask the same questions I was asking and managing, and I wondered why Until I was introduced to a new high-level employee as Michael’s wife, and mother of 4 POW - that one was hard, and I left that meeting thinking about my skills, my perceptions, my know-how, and my ability to manage tasks and figure out solutions, between working through my feelings on this comment and the next 8 months, I knew I had more to offer than what I was currently doing ”

Lara is a happily married mother of 4 (ages ranging from elementary school through high school) While this keeps her busy, she has learned that there is room in her life for all the things she wants to accomplish while still being a present and actively mom She discovered how to define what her memories with her kids could be, and how to create a life where she can enjoy and find fulfilment with her family and her career passion

“The shutdown gave me the best time to make a personal pivot and a time where I could relearn who I was It gave me the breathing room to mourn the loss of who I’ve been in the past I know that can sound weird I liked who I was, not everything but a lot of points I had opinions, and convictions that I stood up for, I had strong boundaries and I knew what I wanted When I had kids I felt that anything I did, people would put my actions onto my kids, and I didn’t want the possibility of negative effects on them ”

Learning to trust the process of listening to myself while parenting was part of going back and letting go of fears, judgements (mine and others), belongings, places and relationships that were not healthy

“I kept giving and people kept taking Trusting meant I needed to get over the idea of rejection I have been told NO so many times already, why would another one matter? What NO did pre-kids was fuel my desire to complete it anyway. So, I picked that part of me up again and decided to use it and help others.”

In October of 2022, Lara created a short video series of interviews called “Hitting Your Goals, Even When Life Feels Hard” This series included experts from different fields coming together to share methods to help people pick themselves up and move forward That’s where Lara expanded her mission to help moms who feel they’ve lost their purpose, goals and intentions, learn how to redefine themselves while building their confidence

LaraGeorgine

“My vision is to help women who are going through hardships such as moving with a family, losing themselves in parenting, feeling lonely or just not fulfilling their own needs learn how to honour who they were while defining who they are going to become, all while managing the present. For mothers, there are a lot of topics which are not discussed openly, and there’s a level of shame from this that leads to conversations lacking honesty It’s so easy as a mom to back burner yourself until you hit the point where it feels lonely and isolating What’s even harder is how many experts are giving advice to mothers who have never experienced the kind of day a mom does If one more person tells me to get up a few hours earlier or make my bed first thing! (laughs) But in all seriousness, how can an expert help a mother with something like time management, if you ’ ve never lived through adjusting schedules and figuring out logistics the way moms do once life changes from ME to WE mentality? The changes in managing your time and understanding the systems in place that our kids are navigating have changed Now more than ever women are thinking of their families and businesses not knowing how to even go about breaking down their big picture to make it manageable in the pockets of time they have, which steps to take to get started, or how to keep up self-motivation to hit their goals Knowing that there are people and resources to help Moms be accountable for their wants beyond being mom and gaining clarity is life-changing.“

You can find LaraGeorgine on social and connect with her directly through DM’s if you ’ re looking for help keeping you accountable for your goals and intentions

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W i s d o m N u g g e t s

Feeling like everthing is off, but you don't know why? Surviving to thriving... for moms

I promise there is a way out of survival mode.

Starting when you wake up, your feeling done with a day that's before it's started. Your feeling instantly crabby, and hangry. Moving throughout the day trying to frantically keep schedules, juggling others needs, appointments and wants. Then we head to sleep without rhythm or rhyme throughout the evening> Just wanting everyone go to bed to get some PEACE and QUIET.

That IS being in survival mode and the worst part about it is that you usually don’t know when you’re in it

I didn't get out of the survival mode alone and you don't need to do it alone either. There are progressions for each stage of motherhood, from new baby, to toddler, pre-school and grade school to high school and beyond. Are you looking for a way to connect the dots to get from surviving or thriving?

Some of us get stuck in who we think we're

to be, but let's get past that.

Let's get past the impressing someone else and make progress for ourselves, from who we were, to who we became when we entered motherhood, and where we've been going since. I'm painfully aware that the first part of this will feel like the whole job for any mom. BUT you'll need to find an hour of quiet time. Where you can hear yourself think.

Next, close your eyes and dream big If you need to set a timer for this I'd say 15 min if you have limited time. Think about what did you always want to do or try? What did you dream of when you were little?

AFTER your timer goes off, write what you just thought about down. It can be bullet points or a written novel, that's totally up to you, but whatever you write down make sure it's your dreams, your wants. This is your 30K foot view of where you want to go, admitted to yourself and on paper. This exercise is amazing!

Step 2 is when you're out or on the phone, or even in your online groups/chats you can articulate your vision. Because once you can admit it to yourself, you can say it with confidence to others. And who doesn't love feeling that kind of confidence??

This is progress, these are the first steps to getting you on the track to what you want and to who you want to be

Want help? Reach out to me and I'll walk you through these steps if you need it. ❤

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FALL IN LOVE WITH YOUR BUSINESS AGAIN

Are you feeling overwhelmed, disappointed, and uninspired with your business? You’re not alone! It’s easy to lose sight of why we started our business in the first place when we’re caught up in the day-to-day tasks and strategies.

Luckily, regaining the passion and excitement you once had for your business can be simple. In this article, we’ll provide you with a few prompts that will help you rekindle your love for your business

Reflect on your business's purpose and values: Reflecting on the purpose and values of your business can help you reconnect with the passion and motivation that led you to start it in the first place One effective technique is called "7 layers deep" which involves repeatedly asking yourself "why" until you reach the fundamental, selfless reason for starting your business. For example, I am motivated to support more female entrepreneurs because, like me, many of them are busy mothers seeking a fulfilling and meaningful way to make a positive impact.

Find ways to make work more enjoyable: Consider ways to make your work environment more enjoyable, such as by introducing new ways of working. Some people prefer to work in a dedicated home office, as it helps them focus and get into a productive mindset. There are many ideas on Pinterest for designing and optimizing your workspace so that you work in an enjoyable space Others may find it beneficial to change their working environment throughout the day or even work from various locations within their home. Finding a comfortable spot, such as your favorite chair or couch, can help you get into the flow of work, or perhaps working at your kitchen counter allows for more movement Additionally, utilizing communication tools such as video and walkie-talkie apps (Marco Polo app, Volley app or Voxer) can allow you to stay connected with others while doing other activities such as walking your dog or enjoying a cup of tea. Experiment to find what works best for you and stick with it.

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your industry. With unpredictable events happening in the world, it's important to be open

Take a break: Sometimes, taking a step back and taking a break from the daily grind can help you recharge and come back to your business with renewed energy and enthusiasm

As someone who tends to be very still while working, I have to make a conscious effort to take breaks I use a Pomodoro Timer app and set specific goals to stay focused and avoid getting lost in research or other tasks for hours During my breaks, I make a point to step away from my office, even if it's just for a short time I might enjoy a cup of tea, stretch, play with one of my cats, or listen to music on Spotify or YouTube. These activities help me to refresh and refocus, so I can return to work feeling renewed

Seek support and guidance: Surround yourself with supportive people who can help you stay focused and motivated.

When I first started my business, I believed that I could handle everything on my own. I am a determined and self-motivated individual, and I enjoy learning new things, but I soon realized that having a group of business owners with similar goals, a mentor or a coach to guide me or even a business partner or "biz bestie" to share ideas and support each other, made a significant ff as an entrepreneur.

“If you want to go fast, go alone, if you want to go far, go together” African Proverb

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“Failure is a tool to get to the promise land. We all enjoy light today. Thomas Edison Failed a thousand times for us.”

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"I don't follow trends or try to compete with anyone. Everything I do stems from following my passion and my love for design." GuoPei

AnneBronte MY CHOICE FOR WOMAN OF POWER The

WWith the theme for this month’s edition of SHETribe being Women of Power, I decided to dip into the literary world for inspiration. And it didn’t take me long to find it.

Anne Bronte has long been one of my favorite authors, as well as being my favorite Bronte sister. Her work is astute. With observations about relationships and interactions between people that are incredibly insightful.

But what is truly remarkable is that she achieved so much, and was the catalyst for the success of her sisters’ writing, in her short life. There is a lot to be inspired by this courageous woman. Who lifted the lid on many unspoken topics. And who couldn’t even write under her own name. Instead, she used a male pseudonym. Because of course, back then, women of her class weren’t allowed to do anything much beyond childbearing.

It was Anne who started the Bronte story in the first place. It was her poetry that catapulted her and her sisters into the world of publishing. She, who insisted they send their pieces off, under the names of Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell.

A Her debut novel, Agnes Grey, largely biographical, explored the travails of a governess of those times. I use it as an example of good structure in my own fiction author courses.

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January has that weird boom or bust mentality that more often than not ends with bust. Or probably more likely, a holiday weight bloated fizzle into silence. There is nothing wrong with wanting to mix things up a bit. But my view is that January should be about forming new habits that serve us as well as our clients. And habits take time to become established.

Portrait of the Bronte Sisters, C.1834

by Patrick Branwell Bronte

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Anne was a forerunner to the feminist movement and suffrage Her views could be written today and not be out of tune This puts her, for me, in a special bracket of truly inspiring women, showing strength, courage, and tenacity Imagine what else she could’ve achieved had her life not been cut short by Tuberculosis

While Agnes Grey, her first novel, was a bit of a slow burn in terms of sales, The Tenant of Wildfell Hall sold out in six weeks and immediately went into a second edition But that didn’t presage an uninterrupted journey to success for the novel, or Anne Within a few months Anne had sadly died, upon which time her sister Charlotte stopped any further publishing until 1854 The novel was then edited severely by Charlotte’s publishers before being re-issued

However, these days The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, and its incredibly astute assessment of the human condition in the 1800s, is back in popularity An original first edition sells for around $5,000 USD, and it has been adapted for screen and stage While The Tenant doesn’t enjoy the kind of awareness of Wuthering Heights or Jane Eyre, nonetheless it is a classic and much loved by many bibliophiles across the globe

But it is her second, and less well-known novel, from where the ode to her powerful influence stems. She tackles subjects as diverse as infidelity, emotional abuse, inequality, and addiction. The other seminal work that comes close, in my view, to so openly discussing such taboo subjects was A Doll’s House, by Henrich Ibsen, which wasn’t written for another thirty years.

So, what is it that makes Anne such a powerful woman? When she died at 29. Couldn’t write under her own, female, name. And lived at a time when women essentially had no rights.

Anne as Advocate

It is a view shared by many that Anne’s book, The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, was a feminist text. In that she advocated for equality between genders.

Anne as Challenger

It cannot be underestimated how revolutionary Wildfell Hall really was. At that time, a woman was owned by her husband. All of her ‘property’ was his, including any income she made, and her children. The novel deals with the main character, Helen, leaving her husband to protect their son from his behavior. Not unlike a scenario you’d find today, where a mother wants to protect her children from an abusive or violent partner.

But in the 1840s when this book was written, women weren’t allowed to do such things. The law was changed in 1870 with the Married Women’s Property Act, but before that time, women had no rights. At all.

Anne as Activist

Finally, this book became a mouthpiece for Anne to share her views on sexism, inequality, and tyranny within a marriage. She masterfully puts down the ‘Byronic hero’ or ‘brooding male’ stereotypes as being somehow desirable or worthy of a woman’s attention or time. She states plainly that a woman should be able to leave her husband if his behavior puts her health or sanity at risk, alongside that of her children.

But what I think is also of such beauty, is that Anne was a gentle soul. She wasn’t pushy, brash, loud or demanding. Not that sometimes those traits aren’t extremely helpful in this world of toxic masculinity and misogyny. But that she was able to quietly and unprepossessingly assess the world around her and find it wanting. And then do something about it through her writing, gives her a special place in my heart.

Ladies, we are still fighting this battle for equality. Representation at the head of organizations. Fair pair for equal work. Sharing the mental load of running a home and raising children. Access to healthcare. Access to education. Equality, kindness, and respect in our relationships.

So let’s all be a little bit more Anne Bronte. And quietly (or not so quietly!), inexorably, tirelessly and passionately pursue our dreams, ambitions and goals. The world needs us.

I’d love to hear about your inspirational women, writing goals and ideas for 2023, so feel free to drop me an email, or you can come follow me on Facebook and Instagram, or book in for services on my website

And I have also launched a new endeavor, a nonprofit organization called We Stand We are aiming to educate five million young adults over the next five years about coercive control, manipulation and emotional abuse in relationships Through an interactive performance and film, staged at schools, universities and colleges here in the UK You can find out more here: https://westand community

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"If you think you can't, you won't. If you think you can, you will."

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“A confident woman, a woman who truly knows her worth and her power is a force to be reckoned with.”

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"When one door of happiness closes, another opens: but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has."

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CHANGE YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH MONEY &REVERSE THESE TRENDS.

WOMEN STATS

WOMEN ARE 5 TIMES MORE LIKELY THAN MEN TO LIVE PAYCHECK TO PAYCHECK.

MILLENIALS & SAVING

NEARLY 70% OF MILLENNIAL WOMEN DON'T SAVE BECAUSE THEY LIVE PAYCHECK TO PAYCHECK

GEN X & SAVING

60% OF GEN X WOMEN HAVE LESS THAN $1000 IN SAVING

WOMEN AND DEBT

WOMEN GRADUATE WITH MORE DEBT THAN MEN & SO THAT MAKES THEM INVEST LATER ON IN LIFE AND THEY ARE MORE LIKELY TO RETIRE IN POVERTY WHEN THEY RETIRE

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From the Editor Zuri Kaloki

The 1st of February is my birthday,

On this particular one I am a little pensive and reflective. It's my thirteenth birthday! I am officially becoming a teen, not that it feels any different, but in my vocabulary the word Teen is a big word with a capital T Maybe it's because my brother Hawi, who is 2 years older than me has been that for the past few years and I secretly want to bypass him, knowing full well that that is not possible I really looked forward to be a teen, now that I am here, I want to take it easy, everything seems to be going too fast for me More expectations and more responsibilities await me Don't get me wrong, I am open to the leadership positions and everything that comes with being a teen at my school, at home and in business It is just that a lot more is required of me Where I got more help in the past, everyone is like....

"You've got this!"

Given this, I have been looking at my mentors and people I look up to in my circles, at school etc and nurturing my interest in entrepreneurship, I am taking more interest in financial literacy and how things generally work I am an author, so I have books on Amazon Every birthday I write a book in my Maajabu Book series Now I am taking more interest on the financial side of things The business side of things, branding, marketing and sales

I have researched on teen entrepreneurs, quite the interesting read, I must say Teens in my circle seem to have great business ideas Of course as teens we must keep the fun, there should never be a dull moment! Life is an experience, let's make it rich in every positive way!

In this issue I cover simple ideas a young person can pursue for their business. I feel that every teen should have the gift of being taught to begin to understand how the real commercial world works The ideas I cover here are some of the low hanging, easy to grab "teenprenuer" ideas If this is something you are considering, choose something you love to do! and please share these with your friends and family Follow me on Amazon and Instagram

Let's make our mark!

I feel that writing kids' books is best left for youngsters. We have no blocks and imagining things come easily to us Other kids find it easy to understand where they are coming from and the content resonates with the target. Write about something you love, something in your environment, something you learned at school, or your general life experience. I write about animals because they are in my environment. I can go to the Nairobi National Park, The only park in a city in the whole world, or the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi and view animals in their habitats, which gives me inspiration.

DESIGN WITH CANVA

We live in the digital era, things come easy to us teens and young adults, online schooling, during COVID, and other tech experiences make us really tech savvy. Create some designs that you can sell. Birthday cards, Christmas cards T-shirts, Mugs, etc. This is a lot of fun too and doesn't seem like work. One created design can be replicated many times

CREATE A PRODUCT

To be an entrepreneur, one must have a product or a service. Something that you sell.

Is there something in your family that you all love and is a secret? Like your grandmother's secret tea or lemonade recipe etc This can be a gem in the marketplace.

Share your plan and ask your grandmother to teach you how to create it, brand it, and begin selling it in your free time to your community.

HOBBIES

Hobbies e.g photography and other creative skills can easily be turned into a business that is light and does not eat into your school work. You can do these for fun, doing your leisure time, and learn to sell the end products digitally on online marketplaces.

BEAUTY

Skills that you can eventually use for yourself like make-up, beauty routines, and hairdressing can become side hustles for teens if you have an interest in this area and become very good at it. Start by trying it on your family and close friends and relatives, if they will take a risk and let you.

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