We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Shaneisha Dodson . We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Shaneisha below.
Shaneisha , we’re thrilled to have you sharing your thoughts and lessons with our community. So, for folks who are at a stage in their life or career where they are trying to be more resilient, can you share where you get your resilience from?
My resilience comes from my mother. I’ve seen her make something out of nothing my entire life. Her strength to keep pushing has always made me want to reach my full potential.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
I write, direct and produce plays and cultural events. The most exciting thing about what I do is being able to give people an opportunity to pursue their dreams.
There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?
The three most important qualities that have been impactful in my journey is being resilient, optimistic and always having a back up plan. This has helped me navigate any obstacles that come my way.
My advice is to not give up. It’s easy to quit. If you feel stuck or like you are not making any progress, find a mentor or network with someone in your field. There is always someone out there that can help you. Take advantage of free resources from the internet. Look at the blueprint of someone who is successfully working in your field.
Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?
I’m always looking for brands and people to collaborate with. I’m searching for collaborations that are positive and will help increase social change. For example, organizations that help children and need dolls or an organization that uses the arts to bring about positive change.They can reach me at hello@thebrilliantgirl.com.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.thebrilliantgirl.com
- Instagram: @blkgirlz12
