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Calm in Chaos: How Life’s Storms Can Propel Us Forward-

Have you ever been on hurricane watch? Living in South Florida, it’s something you learn to embrace—it’s a seasonal posture. But life has its own metaphorical storms too, doesn't it?

These past 7 days have felt like a whirlwind. Dealing with the loss of my father-in-law on Monday. Getting News of a great Win from a client!

Celebrating my sister-cousin’s 45th birthday with a yacht outing and dinner in Miami just 60 minutes from my home, My daughter failing her first test EVER!

Traveling to Orlando for a keynote at the PayrollOrg Leadership Conference, and then flying straight to New York to say a final goodbye to my father-in-law in Queens. The irony?

My latest keynotes have all focused on RESILIENCE, and these past few days have tested that very muscle in ways I never could have anticipated.

Balancing joy, grief, and leadership responsibilities has been a stark reminder that resilience is not just something we talk about—it’s something we live. It’s not always about avoiding the storm but learning to navigate through it. And much like the lyrics from Tina Turner’s Proud Mary: “Resilience is the call of the day!”

As leaders and entrepreneurs, we all face our own unique storms. Here are three key tips that help me stay resilient during turbulent times:

1. Anchor Yourself in Purpose When the waves of life feel overwhelming, remind yourself why you started. Focusing on your core purpose provides clarity and motivation to push through the toughest moments.
2. Adaptability is Your Superpower Resilience isn’t about being rigid, but about learning to bend without breaking. Stay flexible, be willing to pivot, and embrace change as part of the journey rather than something to resist. MY adaptability I post my Newsletter EVERY Monday but this week it was on Friday! PRIORITIES took matter and so my Friday Friday POST is this MY newsletter!
3. Nurture Your Inner Circle Whether it’s family, friends, or trusted colleagues, lean on your support network. Vulnerability isn’t a weakness—sharing your struggles can bring perspective and strength.

Now, I’d love to hear from you: What advice do you have for staying resilient in the face of life’s unexpected challenges? Let’s connect and share our strategies for weathering life’s storms together.

Ready to take action? If you’re looking for a keynote speaker on leadership and resilience, or if your business needs expert guidance in organizational change management and cybersecurity, I’m here to help. Let’s connect! You can reach me through:

• LinkedIn: Shirelle Francis
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• Email: Let's Connect

Onward and upward, Shirelle Francis, PMP, CSM, OCM

Keynote Speaker | OCM Client Success Manager | Cybersecurity Turnkey Solution

At iLeapGroup, we simplify technology and make it work for businesses, specializing in cybersecurity and AI solutions. As an Organizational Change Management (OCM) client success manager, I help businesses navigate transformation with confidence. Through iElevate, I empower women entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and live a life of balance and fulfillment.

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