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Adrienne Garland

December 14,2020 at 1:51PM UTC

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Hello all,
I'm happy to see our group growing. We now have 67 people in our group, which is a perfect size! It would be wonderful to get to know one another and support each other into and through the second chapter of our career journeys. Let's add to this discussion by telling us :
1). Your name and the area where you're living now (you can be as general or as specific as you like - i.e. midwest, california, NYC, etc.)
2). A fun fact that's unique to you (can be as personal as you'd like.)
3). Where you're headed in this second chapter, and any fears, obstacles, challenges or successes you're experiencing.

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Adrienne GarlandDecember 14,2020 at 1:56PM UTC
I'll start...
1). My name is Adrienne Garland, and I'm living in Long Island
2). Something unique about me is that I always wished that I would be an actor/dancer/comedian.
3). In this second chapter, I'd like to think that I'm headed for financial success with my company, and possibly a sale to a larger company so that I can pay off any bills and loans, then go back to school to become a designer.
Jodi Rosenshein AtkinDecember 15,2020 at 1:23PM UTC
1) My name is Jodi Rosenshein Atkin, and I live in upstate NY
2) Fun fact: Once upon a time, I had two Bernese Mountain dogs and at the same time, I had 4 children who were all under 4 years old
3) In this second chapter, I am very gently beginning to navigate from solopreneur to having people working for me. Because I built my practice from the ground up, I am reluctant to share responsibilities because my reputation is what is ensuring my success
Adrienne GarlandDecember 15,2020 at 10:22PM UTC
Hello Jodi!! So nice to meet you. I have a newfoundland right now, so I am very familiar with big dogs!
Laurie HalterJanuary 25,2021 at 10:26PM UTC
I feel you, Jodi! It's so hard to scale when the people you work with want to work with you and you alone, isn't it?
Diane NeustadtJanuary 6,2021 at 4:06PM UTC
Hi. Thanks for creating this group!
1. I'm Diane Neustadt and I live on Long Island in Plainview NY. Pre-covid I would split my time between our NYC and Melville offices - looking forward to doing that again whenever we're able to!
2. Fun Fact: I'm a big Pearl Jam fan since 1991 and would have seen them this past summer in my first trip to Europe in Paris/Amsterdam. Something to look forward to - it will happen!
3. I am with the same financial planning/insurance firm for 35+ years (yikes) yet 3 years ago after divorce I needed to enhance my income (admins only make so much) and emerged from within the office walls. Started networking and building an advisor practice - I have met such wonderful people and realized I have a lot to offer. Took a few punches to the gut (not literally) to realize that. Once I decided to stop fighting the universe I gained clarity, direction and sanity!
Laurie HalterJanuary 25,2021 at 10:28PM UTC
Hi all! Thanks, Adrienne, for continuing to be a muse of mine!
1) I'm Laurie Halter and I live in the beautiful resort town of Bend, Oregon
2) Fun fact: In college I was part of a band as their go go dancer and got paid in beer. :)
3) I have owned a successful PR firm for over two decades now but just last year started a female empowerment podcast named Carearing. That's how I met our group leader, Adrienne! She was a guest on the show!
Happy to be a part of this group!
Adrienne GarlandJanuary 27,2021 at 8:02PM UTC
Didn't know about the band (and the beer!) soooo amazing!
Laurie HalterJanuary 27,2021 at 8:46PM UTC
I'm a woman of hidden talents! :)
Adrienne GarlandJanuary 27,2021 at 9:55PM UTC
Love it!!
Cheryl Keen TuckerJanuary 27,2021 at 8:00PM UTC
Hi there,
I am Cheryl Keen Tucker and I live near Roanoke, Virginia. It is near both the Appalachian Trail and the Blue Ridge Parkway! I have had an extensive career in the corporate world and have also been a small business owner. I get to advise small businesses everyday through a great job that combines many of my talents and experiences to help others. I have seen the "Fairygodboss" link on my Facebook account and have seen some articles that I thought were interesting. I saw the group for Second Chapter Women Entrepreneurs! And, this is how I got here! I look forward to getting to know you a bit better!
Adrienne GarlandJanuary 27,2021 at 8:03PM UTC
So nice to meet you, Cheryl!
Laquel Wright ChesterMarch 17,2021 at 1:59PM UTC
Hi everyone! I've been off of FGB for a while and just recently hopped back on the platform and found this group!
1) I'm Laquel Wright Chester. I currently live in Atlanta,. GA but am originally from the San Francisco Bay Area.
2) I'm a huge nerd and have a very weird sense of humor. My favorite movie is Deadpool.
3) I've been in the tech world in Marketing and Analytics fro over 15 years. I quit my job in Dec 2020 to pursue my dream of having my own business. I love mentoring women and helping them achieve their goals! My passion is helping corporate women regain their freedom by breaking away from the 9-to-5 and start their own businesses.
I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone!
Adrienne GarlandMarch 23,2021 at 12:20PM UTC
So great to meet you Laquel! I love a weird sense of humor!! Congratulations on making the leap to entrepreneurship!!How can we help you?