
In this episode, Shelly Washington, a financial literacy teacher and poet, shared her experiences and insights on motherhood, transitions, and balancing work and family life. She emphasized the importance of contextualizing medical information, finding a safe space and trusted individuals in a corporate environment, and being intentional about representation in media. The conversation ended with Shelly expressing her anticipation for her future work and her plans to reintroduce poetry into her life.
About Sista Shelly...
Shelly Washington is a true renaissance woman - able to excel simultaneously in art, education, and business. She is a Marketing executive who has held leadership roles at several Fortune 500 companies. Many know her as Shelly Says So, the spoken word poet who inspires audiences nationwide with healthy helpings of feminine sass, curvy confidence, and thought-provoking audacity. As an entrepreneur, Shelly founded The Advisory Store, a consultancy specializing in financial literacy, marketing strategy, and resume writing. The Huffington Post, Black Enterprise, and other media have featured her. Shelly has a Bachelor's in Advertising from Temple University and an MBA from the University of Maryland.
Follow Shelly on social media @ShellySaysSo.
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