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Learn the Rules, so you know how to Break them properly. 😉 . I was never one for breaking rules until playing by the rules almost broke me, and cost me my life. When you’re young you think IF you play by the rules, Good will come to you or that you’ll be rewarded in some way but that isn’t always the case. Sometimes playing by the Rules means you’ve been “conditioned” to do, say, act or behave in ways that OTHERS deem Acceptable. . ⚡️Until life happens and you have a break in your illusions, a break in how you see things because suddenly you see something in a new way… and then the questioning begins and then the answers come and then your Trust in yourself grows along with your Confidence and what seems like Suddenly again- . 💃🏻 You find yourself walking on the outskirts of society. You don’t buy everything they’re selling. You don’t even believe the conditions that are created by society because you’ve cracked the code. You’ve seen the lies and illusions, you know it’s a smoke and mirrors show, and somehow you’ve found a better way. A way that is connected to SOUL. A way home to the truth of Who you Are and who we are as people. You become an Outlier. . A good girl turned Goddess. Such a Bold way of existing- Real, Raw and Naked to the world… like those days of Adam & Eve before they carried Shame, before they covered up, before they walked with Fear. Yes, THAT. That’s the Women who Rock it Out Today. More rooted in wild wisdom than ever before! . We are gathering for an intimate one day workshop in such crazy times, and we will come together to Remember our collective Truth as we work on Amplifying our Voiced regarding Business, Branding, Story, Strategy and Partnerships because we gain Power in Numbers. . We’ve only Just Begun. . Grab your sisters by the hand, get your tickets and show up for the Event of a Lifetime. Please show your support by Spreading the Word like Wildfire: www.rockyourvoicewoman.com 💃🏻Christine #rockyourvoicewoman #womanled #womanowned #womeninleadership #womensempowerment #localevents #nyc #keynote #supportingwomen

Generosity has a ripple effect far beyond what we can see. 🌟 Yesterday, I was reminded of this when Amira Alvarez, the CEO of The Unstoppable Woman, graciously shared 30 minutes of her time and wisdom on leading live events—something I’m planning for 2025. There was no immediate benefit to her, just a genuine willingness to help. Her generosity will ripple forward to positively impact the many women attending my future events. 💖 It made me reflect: 👉 How willing are we to share our time and wisdom, even when there’s nothing in it for us? 👉 What kind of impact could we create by saying "yes"? 👉 And what might we gain in return—personally or professionally? Here’s the truth: ✨Today, someone might need your time. ✨Tomorrow, it might be you asking for theirs. We all need each other to grow, thrive, and succeed. So, I encourage you to think about this: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐝𝐨𝐦, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐛𝐲 𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 "𝐲𝐞𝐬." 🌊 I also want to give a shout out to Carlyn Bushman (Product-Based Business Educator) who made the connection for me to Amira. Be the one who makes connections! 🤝 Have you experienced this ripple effect of generosity? Whether you’ve been the one giving or receiving, I’d love to hear your story. Share it in the comments and let’s inspire each other to say "yes" more often. 💬 #positiverippleeffect #sayyestonetworking #positionforsuccess

YOU HAVE NO EXCUSE! Imagine a young woman named Sarah who always felt a little out of place. She loved to paint and create but worked in a corporate job that didn’t ignite her passion. One day, feeling unfulfilled, she decided to volunteer at a local community center, teaching art to children. As she watched their faces light up with creativity, Sarah realized that this was where she truly belonged. Through this experience, Sarah discovered her unique gift for inspiring others. It wasn’t just about the art; it was about connecting, uplifting, and sharing joy. She started a small online gallery to showcase her work and share stories of the children she taught. Sarah’s journey reminds us that God has a plan for each of us. Sometimes, we need to step outside our comfort zones to find our true calling. By embracing our gifts and serving others, we not only fulfill our purpose but also shine a light in the world. As we reflect on our own lives, let’s ask ourselves: What gifts have we been given? How can we use them to serve others? Remember, we are all called to shine brightly, illuminating the paths for those around us. Do you know your gift/gifts? Would love to know in the comment section😀 --------------------------------- Just coming across my post?😃🥰 ❀ꗥ～ꗥ❀ 𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐚 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡. 𝐈 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞.𝐈 𝐚𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐧 👑 ❀ꗥ～ꗥ❀ Would you love to discover yourself and purpose? Would you love to build your INFLUENCE, INCOME AND IMPACT through AUTHENTIC PERSONAL BRANDING? Then, SEND A DM TODAY 😃🥰 #PersonalBranding #shineyourlight #discoveryourgift #selfdiscovery #purposediscovery #purposefulliving #personalbrandcoach

Last week I had the pleasure of attending Donna and Cheryl event in Manchester. Here are my key take outs: ➡ whatever you desire is available ➡ the only block is us ➡ you don't need 10 steps ahead, only 1 ➡ you don't know who is listening sometimes. I had a shy 17-year old come up and say she 'loved my vibe' 😍 and also 50-odd year old saying she want to be fully booked whilst she is scared of it materialising (appt especially as a lot of what we covered on the day was to do with fear) ➡ declaring "I am the author, I am the creator and I am the magnet for money" to the room felt so easy! I met a room of women who want more. Their only block exactly my point no 2: within us. Donna and Cheryl were a client of mine and I always find it so interesting to see who my client's clients are. But honest last week - I attended for myself. When it comes to unblocking we sometimes need the permission slip. I see it more and more amongst women who are 'in the middle': carers for kids on one hand and aging parents on the other. If you ask me....yes it is more difficult for this generation and gender. In your 20s (even 30s) and carefree you don't have same burdens. Anyway, here is to more 💃 Tell me: do you love in person events? A video shows a glimpse on how it was like... P.S. > it's not 'inner Noah' it's 'inner knowing' 😅 #leadgeneration #storytellingforbusiness

The evidence is clear: doing good is good for business. We can help you create meaningful work that not only drives positive community impact but also delivers measurable business results. Did you know that 77% of consumers are more likely to buy from companies committed to making the world a better place? (Source: Harvard Business School) At the intersection of sports and social responsibility, we empower businesses and brands to cultivate meaningful CSR strategies that not only enhance community engagement but also drive sustainable growth and brand loyalty. Let’s make the difference for your business, and your community. ✉ DM us or email hello@affleckandco.com ✉ #WomenLeaders #WomenEntrepreneurs #WomeninSport #Teamwork #InclusionInSport #StrategicConsulting

What's one thing on your list of hopes and dreams that you keep promising you'll get around to? But, your 'WHEN' and 'WHAT-IF' scenarios keeps getting in the way 😨. ❌ 'When I have more experience...' ❌ 'When I grow my audience...' ❌ 'When the time is right...' We all have our own set of excuses, don't we? I was incredibly passionate about hosting a women's empowerment event, but I was terrified. ❌ 'What if no one shows?' ❌ 'What if I fail?' ❌ 'What if'... *insert your own what-if scenario here*... The reality is that all of our fears CAN manifest. But what if we never try? Well, that only leaves you with one foreseeable outcome 🫣. When I met the incredible Andrea McCabe 👑, we shared the same vision. One powerful conversation over a coffee led to hours of ideation, visualisation and planning. 6 weeks later, we brought our flagship, SOLD-OUT female empowerment event to the women of Dublin. I'll never forget the magic we created in the room that day. It was incredible 😭❤️. Here's the thing... Your 'WHEN' and 'WHAT-IF' scenarios will always influence every decision you make. It's up to you to rise above your fears and limitations and decide to follow your dreams, regardless of what may happen... Here's my 3-step FEARLESS formula I'll take everywhere I go 🦸♀️. Step 1️⃣: Accept that the negative outcomes you're afraid of can happen. So what? You tried, and that's all that matters. Step 2️⃣: Get excited about the magical, empowering and life-changing outcomes that also exist. Spoiler alert: these are more likely to occur!! ✨ Step 3️⃣: SAVOUR. THE. EXPERIENCE. Why is this step so easy to miss? 🫠 To my fellow FEARLESS queens, thank you for making our event so special. FEARLESS 2.0 - pending ⚡️ Andrea McCabe, my event partner, inspiration and dear friend - let's do this! #DublinEvents #FemaleEmpowerment #Community #WomenSupportingWomen

Last week, I shared my thoughts on the importance of raising each other up in business, especially as women and supporting one another. This week, that sentiment truly came to life when the incredible Toni Tone, author and all around inspiration, recommended my services to her audience. The result? A whirlwind of incredible meetings with inspiring individuals from across the globe. It’s been a powerful reminder that it only takes one interaction, one good conversation, to create a lasting impression and spark something extraordinary. Being a matchmaker is so much more than introducing people for love, it’s about championing others, listening, understanding, and supporting them on their journeys. Matchmaking brings immense joy because it’s not just about finding romance; it’s about creating meaningful connections that help people thrive in all areas of their lives. I hope to continue to be sat at tables where I can wave the flag for the amazing women I’ve had the privilege of working with. Let’s all take a moment to support and uplift those around us. You never know how a small act of encouragement could create someone’s next great opportunity. After all, when one of us wins, we all rise. Whether it’s matchmaking for love or opening doors to new possibilities, the magic of connection is something we should all strive to create in every aspect of life. ✨ #matchmaking #datecoaching #womeninbusiness #femalefounders #empowerment #networking #opportunities #community #connections

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Six years ago yesterday, I posted the below post to my social with this message. Talk about manifestation of today. I’m grateful for the trust of clients as I enter five years of Forethought Planning and one official year of Shannon Foreman Co., even though it has been around since then - this is a flashback to how it all started. This Friday, I will welcome a room full of multi passionate women excited to explore their own dreams however they may look to our Alliance Unleashed event. Attendees will get the opportunity to listen to several of our 2024 cohort participants: Alicia Johnston, Jessica Pierce, Sophia Khan, Karla Quinn, ACC, Brenna Galvin, Meghan Coleman, and Mercedes McFarland Jackson as they share about their own journey of taking a dream into action while in community together. If you would like to join us on Friday, December 6th from 6-9pm for a wonderful evening plus delicious bites from Nosh & Gather register heee for your FREE ticket: https://lnkd.in/gsnxZU4d Can’t make it but excited to hear more about Alliance or the work we do at SF Co? Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gtyiSc9v Every week I’ll drop a little reflection for you in your inbox. “Dream big but don’t leave them in the clouds because other people do not understand your level of greatness or are jealous of the achievement you have. I have played witness to this throughout my career. I do not fit the traditional corporate ladder mold, yet I continue on and breaks stigma, because I am needed. My dreams, my outlook, and my abilities are needed. But in order to stay the course I have to be focused, fierce, and fearless. Unapologetically ME. Most days I am all three; some days I am two; and some days I need a reset. One thing I have become very confident in...not letting someone else’s lack of dreams or belief in themselves reflect as skepticism about my hopes and dreams. It is okay to take a leap, you don’t know what you’re missing on the other side. Are the dreams you have forced to stay in the clouds just on the other side? Are you letting others perceptions become your reality? Stand strong in who you are!” #womensupportwomen #fierce #focused #fearless #womeninbusiness #strength #encouragement #beyourself #beyou #yesyoucan #dreambig #dream #believeinyourself