"I received a revelation in my prayers… I was to…become a safe haven for all women who were burdened and needed a place to pray and recover… It was the day I once again found direction in my life." — Albertina (Mama) Zuma
Founder, GoGirl Finance
A: I think happiness has a great deal to do with expectation, communication and outlook. We don't often have control over a number of aspects in our lives, but we can control our attitude and mindset. I think being realistic about our expectations is key. Everything in life has both positives and negatives, but we ought to see our lives as ... READ MORE »
Founder & President, Ellia Communications, Inc.
A: I know for sure that: 1). I can make a difference in the world -- and that we all can. 2). Women are truly amazing and inspiring – loving, courageous, brilliant and strong. 3). We can change our lives, careers and our world for the better, if we believe we can. 4). We can’t do great things in our lives alone and in a ... READ MORE »
Founder & President, Ellia Communications, Inc.
A: I have some rituals and behaviors that help me make the most out of my time, which is divided among a number of key endeavors including speaking, training, writing, coaching, product development, and client/business development. Each day, I formulate a list of what 1) must get done, 2) would be nice to get done, and 3) doesn’t have to get ... READ MORE »
Founder & President, Ellia Communications, Inc.
A: My greatest risk so far has been leaving corporate life and launching my coaching and consulting business, Ellia Communications. As a young adult, I was shaped strongly by watching my dad’s professional trajectory as a corporate guy (he was with General Electric for 30 years), and somehow I believed (or should I say “assumed”) that my destiny was to be ... READ MORE »
Congresswoman for Hawaii's Second Congressional District, U.S. House of Representatives
A: When I ran for my first elected office, I was 21 years old, shy, and had no experience in public speaking, debates, or campaigns. I will never forget the nervous, sick feeling I had before I gave my first 3-minute speech in front of 300 people! I stepped way outside of my comfort zone every single day as I campaigned ... READ MORE »
Congresswoman for Hawaii's Second Congressional District, U.S. House of Representatives
A: Those who live their lives caring only for themselves, striving to achieve goals based on a self-serving attitude, may achieve a certain title or position in life, but they will not experience the true meaning of success or happiness. Whatever our line of work may be, whether in law enforcement, as a shopkeeper, an educator, an elected leader, or a ... READ MORE »