Happy New Year, fam!
What a blessing it is to witness another year! I am so grateful that God has given me the opportunity to serve Him and others. This is a privilege I don’t take lightly.
Last year, on March 1st, I started this blog with the intention of sharing stories about my journey in remote work, working in tech, and navigating life. Writing has always been a passion of mine—mostly as a way to entertain my friends through my social media updates. I honestly can be such a joker 🤡
But in 2024, I decided to take it more seriously because some friends and family have long bet that I’d be one of those to land a book deal. Well, let’s not disappoint them, shall we? 😉 One day is one day.
Stepping into 2025
This year, I’m beyond excited about upcoming projects and collaborations. Towards the end of 2024, I decided to feel the fear and do it anyway.
What did I do?
I (finally) launched the audio version of this blog, Stories I Tell, to give my audience the option to listen to my posts.
Why an audio blog?
If you’re like me, sometimes you don’t have the time to sit and read, but you can easily multitask while listening to your favorite podcast. Plus, I believe some (if not all) of these stories deserve to be told in my voice and tone.
To everyone who has taken the time to listen to the first few episodes. You are my Superstars! 🌟 Thank you for your feedback and support – it has been invaluable in helping me improve.
But let me be honest: This wasn’t my first attempt at launching a podcast. Back in 2021, I recorded my first episode but never published it. Fear held me back:
- Fear of how it would be received.
- Fear that nobody would listen.
- Fear that no one would want to be a guest.
So, I shelved the idea indefinitely. But as I rekindled my love for blogging, the podcast idea came back to me. This time, I promised myself I’d do it differently by just being me. That meant that sometimes I would feel scared, sometimes it would not be perfect but I embraced that fear and imperfection and started anyway.
Declaring 2025: My Year of Bold Moves, Intentional Progress and Empowering Others
This year, I’m all about bold, intentional actions; whether it’s pushing past fear, launching new projects, or holding myself accountable.
Speaking of accountability, towards the end of last year, a dear one suggested we start having accountability calls. At first, the idea scared me. The pressure! But I knew how valuable it would be, so I agreed. After all, intentional moves often yield positive results, even if we can’t always control the final outcomes.
Reigniting My Coaching Journey
Another bold move for 2025 is fully committing to coaching and mentoring aspiring remote workers. Six years ago, I started a community to equip Virtual Assistants with skills and support for success in the online marketplace. But (full transparency alert 🚨) I struggled with consistency and got discouraged by low turnout for my weekly live sessions. If you don’t know what I’m talking about see video below 👇
Over the years, my perspective around coaching and training has shifted. While growing numbers are great, I’ve realized that sometimes making a positive impact is far more fulfilling. That’s why I’m reopening the door to anyone who needs guidance as they navigate remote work. I never tire of sharing what I know, and every call is a deep, meaningful conversation I truly enjoy.
This year, I’m excited to offer even more support to aspiring remote workers looking to thrive in 2025. If you’re interested, book a call with me here. Let’s chat about how you can set yourself up for success in the world of remote work. I can’t wait to connect with you!
Wishing You a Blessed 2025
Here’s to a year filled with happiness, love, peace, and prosperity. Let’s make 2025 a year of bold moves and intentional progress.
I’m excited for podcast 🎉
Yippee! Happy family dance right here. Thank you so much for stopping by.