Avid readers of my blogs will know that I am all for social change and new ways of thinking for the promotion of personal and professional development. I write because I have something to say and if what I have said has stirred you in some way then that is a bonus. Words are powerful and even more powerful when they travel directly to the ears of many in a sharing forum. I expressed the importance of this within my review of I’m POSSIBLE recently and I would like to stress this again through Inspirational YOU.
Inspirational YOU is a non profit organisation whose aim is to inspire those who aspire, therefore this event is ideal for social entrepreneurs, students, budding writers, photographers and perfect for those who do not yet know what direction in their career path they what to take.
I attended Raising the Bar on Saturday 25th June, the turn out was strong with a diverse age range. The day consisted of different workshops and seminars, which I walked in and tipped out of in order to experience the full range and feedback to you.
I really enjoyed Leading Ladies as they were open and engaging, gave great tips in a concise way, whilst revealing their personalities. The speakers were Sophia A Jackson (Editor/ co-founder - Lime magazine & Editor/founder - Afridiziak Theatre News), Jodie Dalmeda (Head of Media & Artist Management at Virgin Unite), Tenneka Campbell (Floor Manager at ITN), Sinem Bilen-Onabanjo (Editor-in-chief, Fab Magazine), Linda Asafo-Agyei (VP at Barclay Wealth) whose tough love attitude and humour was admirable and Edna Agbarha (Business Psychologist) best known for her appearance in The Apprentice. Hearing Edna speak reminded me that The Apprentice is an entertainment show and as long as editing is involved you will NEVER see all sides to a person. Edna knows her stuff. I loved how she applied psychology to business when giving tips on how to succeed. I may have found how I can make proper money out of being a counsellor. I kid you not, we need to eat to.
Photograph by Desmond www.olmecphotography.co.uk
Never spoken but it was there, the ladies had a mutual respect for each other whilst sitting firmly and comfortably in their own shoes.
I also enjoyed What do men really think? The guests on the panel were as follows, Matthew Ryder (QC), Kevin Bennett (Entrepreneur and founder of www.kbenaire.com), Alphege Bell (Barrister), Paul Hampartsoumian (Celebrity photographer), Charles Thompson (Founder of Screen nation) and host and Barrister Gary Green. Naturally the dynamics and tone were different to the talk before with the ladies, so I will not compare, however I will say that the responses from the majority on the panel could have been more concise. Short and sweet sometimes makes more of an impact.
The seminar title bugged me somewhat and I know I am being picky but Leading Men I feel fits better as the seminar was of the same theme as the ladies but from a male perspective. The title is too wide and one which I immediately associate within the context of relationships (LOL). I acknowledge this is subjective, however it may explain why some of the questions from the audience seemed to range further a field. It was however a good seminar.
I also managed to see and catch up with entrepreneurs Jessica Huie of Colour Blind Cards and Tanesha Westcarr from Styling Says, who both had stalls and were promoting their products. Both Truly inspiring women.
Nigerian Born uber talented designer Ngozi Pere-Okorotie the creative head behind Zed-Eye designs stole the fashion show, which was organised by fashion stylist to the stars Denise Brown. Entertainment blogger Miss Lala and I were very impressed. The London College of Fashion graduate, who takes inspiration from fashion goddess Vivienne Westwood and from her culture has had her clothes worn by Kelis, Shingai Shoniwa from The Noisettes and more recently by Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji. If you don’t know about Zed-Eye, it’s not to late to find out.
www.zed-eye.com
If you are searching for something, I guarantee, you will find a gem, a trigger, a word of wisdom or a new contact at Inspirational YOU that will take you one step closer to knowing or being where you want to be.
I cannot write this without shining a light on Sonia Meggie who is the founder, the vision and therefore the backbone of Inspirational You. She has crushed the Each one, Teach one rule, as through her events Each one, Teaches many! Thank you for providing a free accessible service that promotes everyone to aspire. Now it is up to YOU to utilise it. Get involved.
Sonia Meggie
Photograph by Desmond www.olmecphotography.co.uk
Photograph by Desmond www.olmecphotography.co.uk
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