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When I pivoted my career after a 30 year life designing exhibition stands, I thought the hardest part would be learning how to build a business from scratch all over again. It was a long time ago since I had done it. But it wasn’t. The hardest part was redefining who I was without the title, the structure, and the safety net. For months, I wrestled with imposter syndrome. I kept asking myself: Who am I to start something new? Who am I to work with amazing women? Who I am I to start again at 55! The turning point came when I realised that my years of experience weren’t just transferable—they were the foundation for everything I wanted to build. If you’re struggling to see your own potential, I want you to know this: You’re not starting from scratch. You’re starting from experience. Drop a DM me if you are ready to explore how to design a career that’s fulfilling, aligned, and unapologetically yours. ----------------------------------------------------- I’m Suzy Malhotra, a business consultant and coach helping ambitious women align their ambition and redefine success on their terms. From business strategy to personal growth, I help you leave the unfulfilling behind and build a future you love—without the stress and overwhelm. #businesscoach #businessmentor #careerchange #lifeaftercorporate

**Mid-November: Time for New Year Prep! ✨** As we approach the new year, have you crafted your strategic growth plan for your career or business? It's never been more crucial to explore new avenues for boosting your income. With the economy fluctuating, now is the perfect time to elevate your lifestyle, meet your investment goals, and alleviate financial stress. Let's change the narrative! We can work together to bridge the gap between your career ambitions and the pressures that corporate women face today. 👉 Join the Bliss Bootcamp! By teaming up with friends, you can take advantage of our special group package—just 33,000 Ksh for a group of three! 💰 If you participated in the Beyond Resolution workshop, you'll love what we have in store! We're diving deeper into repositioning plans, transition strategies, and exciting new business opportunities. Ready to make a change? DM me for registration details and feel free to ask any questions. Don’t keep this to yourself—share in your circle of friends Follow Coach Alice Muhirwa for career advice, etiquette and conversion guidance for your career and business #businesstips #careeradvancementcoach

🚨 I’m SO HYPE! 🚨 Command the Room, Sis! is officially OPENED FOR SIGN UPS!!!!! This program helps women create sustainable career growth plans to increase their visibility, earn a higher salary, and recognize HOW FRIGGIN DOPE they are!!! Are you feeling: ❌ Unsure about your next steps or how to move forward in your career? ❌ Frustrated because people don’t recognize your professional value? ❌ Defeated by rejection or feeling invisible to the roles you’re ready for? ❌ Exhausted from proving yourself and still not landing the opportunities you deserve? If you answered "yes" to any of this, I want you to know: YOU ARE NOT ALONE! I felt the SAME WAY. That's why I created Command the Room, Sis! It covers three phases: ✨ Clarity to build a career path that aligns with what you ACTUALLY want by focusing on your strengths, likes, wants, and needs, ✨ Communication to learn how to show up as THAT GIRL (Yes, the “one” people NEED on their team!) and share your accomplishments in a way that makes you more visible, both internally and externally, and ✨ Commitment because motivation is NOT enough. You’ll turn your goals into manageable steps and build a career plan that actually fits your life (without the burnout). And because everyone has a different schedule and different needs, I've created two tracks. AND! To make it even easier for you to say "yes," special launch pricing is available (and yes, there are payment plans!) 💸 8-Week Group Program: $297 (goes up to $397 on Jan 1) 💸 12-Week Group/1:1 Program: $697 (goes up to $897 on Jan 1) Listen, I've been developing this program for 3 years and experimenting with my clients so I could make this perfect for ya'll. So if this sounds like something you need, sign up TODAY!!!! Link is in the comments! And if you have any questions, please reach out! PS: I'm also dropping some free stuff -- read the comments for more!!! PPS: I know I had been speaking to ONLY women in social impact, but ya'll asked and I answered; I'm opening up my coaching to ALL WOMEN who want to have change in their careers and the confidence to get them there! Hope to see you there!

Are you an ambitious woman on the verge of significant career advancement or nurturing the dream of entrepreneurship? Do you feel burdened by the relentless demands of your professional life, overshadowing your personal aspirations? Join us next Tuesday, May 28th at 3:30 PM EST for an empowering 1-hour webinar: Stop Feeling Stuck and Harness Your Superpowers To Free Yourself! This session is tailored for high-achieving women seeking to unbind and unlock their ultimate potential, whether in their professional endeavors or personal relationships. THIS WEBINAR IS FOR YOU IF YOU STRUGGLE WITH: 🧨 Feeling stuck in a golden cage (e.g., You have the perks, trappings, and trimmings, but you feel like you can’t fully spread your wings to move in and on purpose) 🧨 Feeling Overwhelmed & Unseen (i.e. Invisible) 🧨 A full plate that never gets empty (Filled with everyone else’s needs and expectations and often you’re needs are not on it) This webinar is a perfect opportunity to discover actions that will help you in shifting your mindset, exploring new possibilities, and embarking on a journey of personal and professional growth! 👉 Reserve your spot now—it’s completely free! https://lnkd.in/ecmhB5ck

Identify Your Mentors. Look for someone who you identify with or seek out someone you admire professionally. Building a relationship with trusted mentors over time is tremendously valuable as your career progresses.  Grow Your Crew. Now that you’ve made a career plan for yourself and found your first mentor or two, the next step is to get out there and connect with the strong, hardworking females to fill your circle. With trailblazing female leaders like Kamala Harris, Sheryl Sandberg, and countless others breaking barriers, the stage is set for the next generation of female entrepreneurs. - Forbes, Mei Mei Fox

What would you say if you were asked ‘why do you love what you do’. For me it is simple, having impact. Making a real difference to other women’s businesses but importantly their confidence and positive effect on their lives. It is a pleasure to be able to do what I do. And I am so grateful to the ladies who trust me. And I now have my dream business. I chose who I work with. I choose when I work. I choose who I spend time with. I am thankful every day to be where I am. Which is why I want to give ‘choice’ to anyone I work directly with. But also in my wider world of influence too. I work with amazing women who are super passionate about what they do. Being able to share my knowledge, experience and expertise from a toolbox built over 30 years is fantastically rewarding. Seeing the ripple effect is incredible too. As I watch those powerful women support, inspire and cheerlead each other. What truly lights my fire is seeing the impact. Having my own successful small business gives the ability to mentor other local small business owners to do the same. Local because I only work face to face. Where the energy in the room is so much stronger and helps me be more effective as I can gauge reactions and comfort levels. And importantly make sure no one is left behind. My corporate career was my training ground to what I do today. Who knew working for over 25 years with those big brands would enable me to show other women how to achieve the income and impact they deserve. Plus a further 5 in growing a small business where I have choice. If it sounds like something you want to know more about, please message me ‘impact’ so we can chat 😊 Ps glimpse into last weeks shenanigans. From art classes to groups of incredible ladies and lunches (of course has to be done) 🤣

Women with a plan? They win. Join us on July 25th from 11:00am to 12:30pm for the Building Your Career Game Plan Workshop! Women with a plan win. In fact, their chances of success are 80% higher. In this workshop, Julie Kratz with Next Pivot Point will lead a collaborative discussion for participants to learn alongside one another. Her engaging approach welcomes story and strategy sharing across diverse groups. Participants walk away with tangible commitments to take action on right away. The power of reflection has layers. We must first know our authentic selves, find and express our sources of confidence, and build our winning career game plan. Then, sharing our reflection requires us to connect with those who will help us achieve our career game plan, ask for it, and continuously improve our reflections through leading with influence. In this workshop, you will: - Craft Your Purpose Statement - Set Tangible Goals - Prioritize Aspirational Competencies - Determine Your Critical Action Steps Register at the link! https://lnkd.in/esfBCYy4 Workshop Prices: - WTS Members: 99$ - Students: $25 - WTS Non-Members: $199

Can I show off a moment? As girls, we're taught to keep quiet, not show off, not make ourselves the centre of attention. That's why, as women, we can find it hard to speak up, to claim the 'I' of what we achieved (rather than putting it down to luck or a whole team effort), and to celebrate our brilliance. One of the things I LOVE about my Career Confidence programme is helping women to claim and celebrate their achievements. We need to get bolder at this. So, to show you I totally practice what I preach, here's mine... I am THRILLED to have been announced as a finalist (one of only four!) in the Best Business Women Awards for Best Coach. So, if you want to combine a bit of coaching with your Career Confidence programme, you can sign up for the 'Elevate' ticket. This includes two coaching sessions with me as well as life long membership to Career Confidence. It's a win-win! Only a few Elevate places are available on each group, so don't miss out. We start in September. https://lnkd.in/dJREGKya Jane x PS Do you work with a woman you know to be totally awesome, but they sometimes just can't see it for themselves? Tag them here; let's lift each other together. #careerconfidence #showoff #claimyourachievements #quietthehive

I just want to give a shout out to all the women who are self employed and running their own businesses this morning! It takes amazing resilience and people often don’t see all of the plates your spinning behind the scenes and the challenges you weather. It’s #NationalWomenEnterpriseWeek next week so remember to make time to celebrate your efforts and connect with like minds to share your wisdom. I’ve been self employed 20 years and this is what I have learnt to be true for success. 👉 Recruit a a senior management team around you who are fully excited and part of the entrepreneurial business vision and growth plan - not just someone who wants a job and salary. 👉 You need to make time for self care! Exercise and creativity fuels and ignites your ideas and innovation. Flex the right and left brain. 👉 Invest in a coach and training to kick your butt into gear, learn from the best and take action. 👉 Find your zone of genius - play to your strengths and build a team around you to complement your skills so you cover all bases and have a strong foundations Please do share any of your own tips below..

Advice for women in their 20s and 30s "People get to where they want to go because they know where they want to go. Most people don’t know where they want to go.”- Oprah Winfrey If you’re in your 20s or 30s and not where you want to be yet, it’s time to get clear on your direction. Here's how to make Oprah’s wisdom work for you: Step 1: Get Crystal Clear on What You Want
✍️ Actionable Tip: Grab a notebook and answer: “What exactly do I want in my career, relationships, or personal life?” The more specific you are, the better.
Example: Instead of “I want a better job,” try “I want to lead a marketing team at a mission-driven company within 2 years.” Step 2: Align Your Choices with That Vision
🔗 Actionable Tip: Every decision, no matter how small, should bring you closer to that goal. Ask yourself, "Does this move me toward my vision?"
Example: If your goal is to be financially independent, prioritize learning about investments or upskilling to increase your earning potential. Step 3: Surround Yourself with the Right People
👥 Actionable Tip: Audit your circle. Are the people around you pushing you to be better or holding you back?
Example: If your goal is to start a business, join a network of entrepreneurs or attend industry events to connect with like-minded individuals. (Ex. Attend Miss EmpowHer events ) Step 4: Break Your Big Goals into Small, Achievable Milestones
🎯 Actionable Tip: Once you have a big vision, break it down. What can you achieve in 3 months, 6 months, or a year that will move you closer to that end goal?
Example: If you want to switch careers, start with small steps like enrolling in a relevant online course, networking with professionals in your desired field, or updating your resume. Step 5: Stay Consistent, Even When It’s Hard
🔄 Actionable Tip: Success is about consistency, not perfection. Set small daily habits that align with your long-term goals.
Example: If your goal is to become healthier, start by committing to 15 minutes of exercise a day rather than waiting for the “perfect” time for a gym session. Step 6: Invest in Yourself
💡 Actionable Tip: Don’t hesitate to invest in your education, skills, and well-being. Whether it's online courses, therapy, or personal coaching, see these as investments, not expenses.
Example: If you want to level up in your career, set aside money for a professional development course or attend conferences to expand your knowledge. Step 7: Reflect and Adjust Regularly
📅 Actionable Tip: Set aside time monthly or quarterly to reflect on your progress. Are you still moving toward your vision? Do you need to adjust your plan?
Example: Journal your wins and challenges each month to understand what's working and where you need to pivot. ♻️Repost if you found this helpful Follow Caitlyn Kumi and Miss EmpowHer for more personal and professional development content. What advice do you have for women in their 20s and 30s? Please feel free to share in the comments ⬇️