When I first met Alethea, she was emceeing a fabulous women’s leadership conference. But how I actually got to know her? Was a far more spontaneous, serendipitous event. See, last Spring, Alethea and I were both speakers at the Gaia Women Lead event in Santa Barbara: an “intimate conference for activist women leaders committed to social, political, and professional change.” After an amazing few days of inspiring speakers and great food by the ocean, I boarded the plane to fly…
I’m not sure if you’re noticing the trend, but more and more people are trying out the creative entrepreneurial path. Maybe it’s the pull of wanting to do something you’re passionate about, make a great income, AND make a positive impact in the world…all at the same time. The lifestyle and satisfaction you can experience as a result of doing that is worth the effort to get there, but here’s the thing about running your own business: it cranks up…
I was drawn to this woman. Even across a crowded California conference room, packed and bustling with hundreds of high-powered, charismatic women — I could feel her presence. I wasn’t sure what it was about her, I just knew I needed to talk to Keisha P. Shields. When I finally interviewed her recently, WOW. I was blown away — and I’m delighted to share our conversation with you today. Keisha has done her money work, and it shows! She shares:…