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Jun

InspoFab: Be Intentional In All You Do!

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel unfulfilled? Are you struggling with organization? Do you want to have a more happier life?

Growing up, in my faith I was told to be intentional when I prayed. In other words, be more specific so I got exactly what I wanted. This concept can be applied to all aspects of your life not just your spiritual one. I recently applied this to my professional life when I was seeking more legal remote work. The minute I stopped applying to everything that was not that I landed the remote position I desired!

What does it mean to be intentional?

Being intentional means you purposefully interact and engage with your life for your ultimate desired outcome. This means you are purposeful in every word and action.

You respond instead of react. You love instead of fear. You embrace instead of expect. You accept instead of resist.

Why be intentional?

Drake has a rap lyric that says “Everybody dies but not everyone lives.” Be intentional because you want to do more than just get by. Be intentional because you dream and want to have a happy, successful and fulfilling life.

How to live an intentional life

1. Practice consistency with small steps. Create an ideal day and begin to execute some quick and easy actions that reflect that ideal. Whether it’s morning prayer, gym time, or reading a few pages of a book, small consistent action is more important than immediate results because it leads to long term success in the bigger things.

2. Express gratitude. Life is lived in this moment, enjoying what you have here and now versus what will be in the future will lead to a happier life everyday.

3. Take a Breathe. Pause before you make a decision. Taking a moment to reflect before making a final decision will make you more proactive than reactive.

4. Know Yourself. What’s important to you? What do you love to do? Which people are meaningful to you? What inspires you?

5. Discover Your Choices. You may feel stuck sometimes but the truth is you have unlimited choices. Widen your perspective and make a list of your choices so you have a visual for best path for you to take.

6. Declutter your life. Rid yourself of those things that hold you back from living a purposeful and fulfilling life. This can be bad habits, negative attitudes, situations, and people that do not add value to your life. Like the song says, “I can do bad by myself!”

7. Forgive. Forgive yourself, forgive others. Holding onto resentments holds you back.

8. Stop comparing yourself. It may sound cliche but it doesn’t matter what anyone else is doing. We all have our own paths in life. Even those that appear to have a perfect life DON’T! Do what’s best for you- whether it’s marrying later so you can marry the best person for you or holding out for the job you are truly passionate about. Do what’s best for you!

Apr

InspoFab: Spring into YES!

Congratulations! You made it to APRIL. That means you have made it through 1/3 of the year! But have you been existing up to this point or LIVING?

Spring symbolizes “new life”. In that vain, here are some tips to breathe new life into all aspects of your life.

Clean your house. According to Psychology Today, researchers have found a connection between a clean house and our mental well-being. A clean house can help you eat better, be more productive, improve sleep and fight illnesses.
Review your resume. There’s no time like the present to look for the next dream job. Confused on where to start? Check out our Resume Review and Resume Kit Design Services to help you stand out to your next employer.
Get rid of old relationships that are not ADDING to your life. There’s an old saying that you can do bad by yourself. Listen to this. After 25, friendships and romantic relationships should be beyond social. Your inner circle should be contributing to you mentally, emotionally, financially or professionally. If someone in your life is not contributing to you in one of these categories chances are they are DRAINING you. I have another saying. I am going to the next level in my life and everybody can’t come with me!
Launch that million dollar business idea (FINALLY!). Have you been procrastinating on launching your business? Well the journey of a thousand miles starts with the first step. Select our LLC course in our digital store that will teach you how to file your business online alongside a real lawyer! Are you a creative? Check out our blog, podcast and reality show courses here.
Get a new wardrobe. Put those winter clothes away and get ready for skirts, dresses and open toe shoes! Legallyfab.com has a limited collection put together for you every month. Check out the shop!

Dec

InspoFab: 2019 Making room for the NEW

If you are reading this post then you made it to the end of 2018. I think most can agree that this year seemed to go faster than any other year. The end of the year is typically a time to reflect on the past and dream for the future.

Reflection tends to come with regret or recognition of loss more than what you have gained. This is completely normal because as humans it is easier to focus on the negative versus the positive. We also are our worst critics. I can relate to this the most this year out of any other year other than 2015 when I lost my father. Recently when talking to friends and loved ones I found myself framing 2018 as my year of loss: loss of friends, business partners, relationships and almost my life (I was involved hit by a car while walking and had to learn to walk again). A friend simply responded, “Well what did you gain in place of these things?”

This response gave me pause. I was so busy focusing on what I felt was taken away from me that I could not see what I had gained or better yet that the lost of these things had made room for things to come.

In 2018, while I lost two friends I gained three more. I lost a business partner in a failing business but gained two partners in two projects that will bring me more success and money than any other previous businesses combined. I am no longer in a relationship but I gained my independence, confidence, clarity and self worth back. I loss the full range of motion in bending my knee from my car accident but the accident forced me to slow down which has improved my mental health (I also could have lost my life instead of just an injury in my accident). Essentially, the more I was forced to think about what I loss the more I realized what I had gained in its place. I also realized what we think is so great that we refuse to let go is keeping us from the bigger and better things that are in store for us! Do not be afraid to LET GO.

Trust me this “glass half full” perspective was not easy for me. I still have physical, mental and emotional scars from all my losses. The key is to not stay in the loss. No matter what keep moving forward so that God (life, the universe etc.) can fill those empty spaces from the losses in your life with all the wonderful new things to come (new job, new relationship, new business, new friends etc.). Some people say take it day by day. I sometimes take it hour by hour. Do whatever works best for you. I also recommend setting short term personal and professional “attainable” goals versus long term goals that will take more time and resources. Last but not least, treat yourself! A massage, a manicure, a trip even something as simple as ice cream are the little rewards we need to keep us motivated to move forward.

Here’s to pushing past the loss and making room for the NEW! Happy New Year! Wishing you nothing but success, love, laughter and freedom in 2019 and beyond!

Sep

CareerFab: Super Dentist Amira Ogunleye!

Have you ever considered straightening your teeth to improve your smile? Are you thinking about applying to dental school? Well we have Dr. A to the rescue! Dr. Amira Ogunleye is the co-owner of Beautiful Smiles in Florida. Read on to read her philosophy behind a beautiful smile and how to be successful in the dentistry field!

www.beautifulsmilesfl.com

Instagram: @beautifulsmilesfl

1) Why did you choose your profession?

I grew up in a very strict household when it came to my studies. My father was all about education so my options were Medical School, Law School, or Dental School. I had a horrible smile when I was young, I mean very crooked teeth. I was very insecure about my smile. I begged my dad for braces and when I got them finally I felt comfortable smiling. That’s when I knew I wanted to be a dentist. The difference it had on my self-confidence was HUGE. I knew I wanted to do that for people.

2) What is the favorite part of your job?

Definitely the difference I can make in one’s life. It’s amazing how much a new smile can influence a person’s self-esteem and confidence. That feeling at the end of a case when a patient is overwhelmed with emotional joy. That’s the BEST.

3) What is the most difficult part of your job?

The importance of details in dentistry is the most difficult part. Something as small as 1mm off is SO significant. You have to be extremely precise. Additionally, I have OCD so I can never accept good; it has to be great and that can be challenging.

4) Who is your mentor (if any)?

My older sister. She is also a Dentist and I have always admired and looked up to her. I was blessed to have her guidance along my journey. Everything I am is because of that woman!

5) Best piece of advice for someone pursuing your field?

Stay focused on the end goal because the road will be very tiring, rough and really test your mental stamina. The rainbow after the storm is so BEAUTIFUL and rewarding.

6) If you have not chosen this profession would have you chosen instead?
I would have been a surgeon. I love working with my hands and that’s another profession where you really change lives.

7) Favorite designer?

I wouldn’t say I have a favorite. It depends on my mood and vibe I’m going for. I have really been into Fe Noel lately. I own so many of her wide leg pants.

8) Favorite makeup brand?

Bobbi Brown

9) Favorite hair care?

I love Shea Moisture products.

10) Favorite skin brand?

There is this amazing face wash I absolutely love called Glytone Mild Gel Cleanser.

11) If you could only choose 5 items to put in your purse everyday, what would they be?

Pink lipstick, Mascara, Hair Tie, and Tooth Brush and Toothpaste of course ?

12) Free plug:)– Anything you would like our readers to know that you are supporting, selling or creating?

The name of my dental practice that I co-own with my sister is called Beautiful Smiles. We continue to strive to achieve a practice that aims to change lives…one smile at a time. This year we will be hosting our Summer Children’s Event where we provide free cleanings and dental screenings to those less fortunate individuals who can use a fresh new smile!

Education (Schools Attended)
-Attended Howard University where I completed the BS/DDS program which is an accelerated program where you complete the traditional 8 year degree to become a dentist in 6 years. At the time I was the youngest student to graduate Dental School (I was 23 years old).

-Bachelor of Science Degree Majoring in Biology

-Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree

Certifications or Licenses?

-Certified in Six Month Smiles

-Certified in Invisalign

-Primary Focus on Cosmetic Dentistry

Awards?

-2011 America’s Top Dentists: Cosmetic Dentistry

-2015 America’s Top Dentists: Cosmetic Dentistry and Orthodontics

-2016 Patient’s Choice Award

-2017 America’s Top Dentists: Cosmetic Dentistry

-2017 America’s Top Dentists: Orthodontics and Family Dentistry

May

CareerFab: Attorney and Designer Cheslie Kryst

What do you get when you mix a fashionista, entrepreneur and a lawyer? You get super attorney and fashion designer Cheslie Kryst! Read on to learn about her life as attorney and how she can help you take the “work” out of work wear with her website WhiteCollarGlam.com !

1. Why did you choose your profession?

I was always negotiating on behalf of my siblings when we grew up. If we broke a window in the house or got in trouble, I was always the one who would make the call to mom to explain what happened and to discuss punishment. I considered other careers while I was growing up, but being an attorney is the one that feels most natural to me.

2. What is the favorite part of your job?

Winning. I like advocating for our clients and getting them the outcome that they need.

3. What is the most difficult part of your job?

Anxiety and fear of failure or mistakes. It’s my job to represent and advocate for others. I don’t want to mess that up for someone who put their faith and trust in me.

4. Who is your mentor (if any)?

I have several, but my mom is the one I talk to the most. She owns her own human resources consulting firm that she built from the ground up. I remember watching her spend long nights in our home office and it was inspiring and motivating. I trust and rely on her advice.

5. Best piece of advice for someone pursuing your field?

Make sure you love it. Being an attorney isn’t for people who just want to make money. You have to go through too much school and endure too much stress to be in this profession just for the money. There has to be something about it that you love.

6. If you have not chosen this profession would have you chosen instead?

Director of Marketing for a company. I loved earning my MBA at Wake Forest and it opened my eyes to the possibility of careers other than being an attorney. I enjoyed learning about marketing and always looked forward to my marketing classes.

7. Favorite designer?

Christian Siriano. He makes fantastic clothing for women of all ages, shapes, sizes, and races.

8. Favorite makeup brand?

MAC. I used to compete in pageants and fell in love with the brand because of the excellent choices they had for stage makeup.

9. Favorite hair care?

Shea Moisture. They have a lot of different lines of shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in conditioner and I love everything I’ve tried!

10. Favorite skin brand?

I only use Neutrogena’s Deep Clean Cream Cleanser. I don’t use any other face washes or creams.

11. If you could only choose 5 items to put in your purse everyday, what would they be?

Wallet, business card holder, chapstick, notebook, and pen.

12. Free plug:)– Anything you would like our readers to know that you are supporting, selling or creating?

I run WhiteCollarGlam.com, a fashion blog for workwear. I’m planning a guide on where to find the perfect suit and I’ll be publishing it for free for all my readers in the next few weeks!

Education (Schools Attended) BSBA – Honors College at the University of South Carolina; JD – Wake Forest University School of Law; MBA – Wake Forest University School of Business

Certifications or Licenses? Licensed to practice law in North Carolina

Apr

StyleFab: Think Pink this Spring!

Pink is still one of my favorite colors to wear when my wardrobe needs a fresh take. It’s adds just enough of femininity to your wardrobe and it’s so much fun to wear! Whether you prefer bright jewel tones or soft subtle hues, try infusing just a hint (or a whole lot) of pink into your usual routine. The color pink has even been proven to make you feel better!

Heres 4 ways to wear it:

1. Wear it as a skirt. Shop our “I Pleat the Fifth” dress as seen on Lauren Conrad in our shop! This dress can be work to work, happy hour, in the spring or in the fall with a jacket. So versatile!

2. Wear it as a jacket. A hint of pink never hurt anyone! Fur or blazers work perfectly! Our “Legally Blonde” fur is shown below.

3. Wear it as a dress!

Blush pink is the way to go if you want to wear this color on a dress. Give the look a try with our blush “Pink Panther” dress!

4. Wear it as a suit. Be bold and wear it as a hot pink pants or shirt suit! Try this look with our “Law Suit” below.

Mar

CareerFab: Attorney and Music Manager Sandi B.

What do you get when you mix music, politics and the law? You get Sandi Gollen Balendra! Sandi is an Entertainment Lawyer, Music Manager, London College of Fashion Professor and Founder of VMM Invest! Read below on how she got her start and how she balances it all!

1) Why did you choose your profession?

I think it came from having learned to be independent and persuasive at a very young age as I attended boarding school from the age of 8 years old. As I got older I was always surrounded by lawyers and regularly assisted at a family law firm during high school. My mother later introduced me into the world of politics and I was lucky to be mentored by an incredibly inspiring Trade Union Lawyer and politician who was also a Member of Parliament where I worked for a very long time before and after graduating from Law. It was here that I was truly inspired as I was based at the heart of Law making and Policies, having worked as a Campaigner and Researcher at the UK Houses Of Parliament.

2) What is the favorite part of your job?

I would say, now more than ever the favourite part of my job is the fact that it is so versatile and varied. I also think that having the freedom to truly enjoy my work is deeply empowering as I can pretty much cherry pick the clients and brands I work with and I’m incredibly grateful to be working with some of the most talented creative artists, academics, fashion designers and musician’s in the industry. The job has also enabled me to travel which is always a good thing!. My firm’s focus is on Music, Fashion, Technology and Art and my career has allowed me to work with exceptional character’s supporting philanthropic causes within the remit of eco consciousness, sustainable and ethical sourcing as well as sponsoring rising talent. It has also been incredibly enriching being an Advisory Panel Trustee at the London College of Fashion’s fund raising committee where I lecture and conduct mentor programmes in Business and Enterprise to Post Grad students looking to start up their own line and label or aspire to work for top designers. This career lifestyle enabled me to wear several hats as a Lawyer (Solicitor as we say in the U.K) but also as an entrepreneur and business woman.

3) What is the most difficult part of your job?

There’s a saying that Lawyers are the one profession in which pessimists outperform the optimists. This rings true especially when dealing with matters relating to a side of this job where I also act as Publicist as well as a Lawyer. A proportion of my client’s are high profile and I do take pride in the fact that I can ‘tell it how it is’ to even the most well known of artists/celebrities I work with, and thankfully this has only worked to enhance the effectiveness of my work, but saying that, it’s still a tough thing to do, especially when you develop a friendship for most of the people you work with, its not always easy thing to do but part of the job and always appreciated with the desired results in the end.

4) Who is your mentor (if any)?

I have many mentors, the first and most important one is my mother, a truly exceptional lady. She is my rock beyond any, she taught me the value of thinking evolved, beyond barriers and at all times with curiosity, logic and creativity and always with a touch of fabulousness!

Throughout the years I have been mentored by a handful of amazing people, one of them being Andrew Dismore Greater London Assembly Member and former Member of Parliament, who still inspires me to this day!

5) Best piece of advice for someone pursuing your field?

I would definitely say, try not to stick to one area of law throughout the early stages of your career as some may suggest. Sometimes, it takes time for you to really find your niche. I started in Litigation and Criminal Law and then Commercial and Technology Law and eventually found my true calling within Media & Entertainment Law. Take your time to find out what really makes you tick because that passion and drive is what will carry you towards progress.

6) If you have not chosen this profession would have you chosen instead?

Most probably a writer or journalist/news presenter. The world of Creatives, Art and Communications have always been a passion of mine!

7) Favorite designer?

Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen and Moschino

8) Favorite makeup brand?

Chanel, M.A.C and Benefit

9) Favorite hair care?

My GHD Straighteners!

10) Favorite skin brand?

Lancôme, LaRoche Posay and The Body Shop

11) If you could only choose 5 items to put in your purse everyday, what would they be?

1) My Deep Red Armani Matte Lipstick

2) Anti-Bac Handwipes

3) Of course my phone!

4) My Car & House keys

5) My favourite Eau De Parfum of either Gucci Bamboo or Armani Si (or both!)

12) Free plug:)– Anything you would like our readers to know that you are supporting, selling or creating?

Most of my activities at VMM Invest are updated on our Instagram Page at vmm_lawyermusicfashioninvest and www.vmmmusicandfashion.com

We will soon be expanding our offices in the City to be close to our tech and finance Partners as well as remain West End bound where all the glitz and glamour takes place, and also incredibly excited to be having more staff join us as part of VMM’s expansion!

My next big project is with Patti Stanger and her Team, the star of Millionaire Matchmaker so watch this space! I’m also creating my own Smart Contract’s to manage artists on the Blockchain – You can find out more at www.vmmblockchain.com

Last but certainly not least, want to big up and congratulate my sister on her new organic luxury food line and soon to be restaurateur! check out her Instagram Page: @simply_organica

Mar

CareerFab: Entrepreneurs and Super Attorney Group KMR Law Group!

There’s Destiny’s Child, TLC, and BBD but have you heard of KMR? Say hello to Chicago Attorneys Jessica, Yondi and Keli who are the owners and partners of the KMR Law Group. They have been featured on “The Real”, “NBC News”, “Fortune Magazine” and “The Atlantic” to name a few. In honor of Women’s Month, we are happy to feature this super woman group! Read on to figure out the challenges and benefits of being an attorney and entrepreneur. Jessica Reddick’s answers are in blue, Yondi Morris are in pink and Keli Knight are in orange. Visit them online at: www.kmrlawgroup.com !

1) Why did you choose your profession?

Out of college I had a job at a large financial investment firm. I was working there with the intention of attending business school. After a year there, I quickly realized that finance was not the industry for me, so I left and tested the water in several other fields. I finally found my fit at a large law firm in my hometown of Washington, D.C. It quickly became clear that I had a legal mind, but had no desire to commit to the lifestyle of a top law firm where billing a high number of hours was a requirement. So I applied to law school with a passion for the law, but with the intention of paving my own way.

I knew at a young age that I wanted to be an attorney. I’m sure one of my parents encouraged me because I was talkative and argumentative. As the years went on, those qualities only increased and my interest in the law increased as well.

Growing up I was always told I was going to be a lawyer, likely because of my desire to debate every single topic! When people tell you something from the age of 5 on up, it just kind of sticks. One of my dad’s best friends was a lawyer and as I got older, he started to help me learn how to critically develop my arguments. So it just fit! It was no surprise when I decided to attend law school.

2) What is the favorite part of your job?

My favorite part of practicing with entrepreneurs as clients is being able to play a major role in the development of dreams. Whether it’s helping them finally form the business they’ve been dreaming about or protecting a piece of work that they have created, I find it extremely fulfilling to support my clients on the journey from vision to reality.

I love being an entrepreneur. It’s very satisfying to work within a culture that I helped cultivate, especially when I receive feedback that my clients enjoy the culture. It’s also important for me to be a transparent and welcoming legal resource to young people of color who may not have personal connections with attorneys and may not feel comfortable reaching out to one because of the stigma surrounding attorneys.

Being an entrepreneur is really exciting to me. I enjoy approaching challenges through a business lens, and figuring out how to get the best outcome. Sometimes I wake up in the middle of the night with a marketing idea, or a new policy that our firm can adopt. That’s often what keeps me going when things get tough.

3) What is the most difficult part of your job? I find it very difficult to disconnect as an entrepreneur. We are ALWAYS on call as owners of the firm, whether it be client centred or adminstrative and regardless of the time of the day, it is our responsibility to manage everything that comes up. The beauty is that I love my partners and we have built a wonderful support system within KMR.

Continuing to come up with innovative ways to handle our business and find clients is always challenging because we strive to brand ourselves in a totally different manner than other law firms so there isn’t necessarily a template to work from; just tons of creative thinking and risk taking.

Because our law firm is our baby, sometimes it’s very hard to disconnect from it. Thus, work/life balance has always been a pretty big challenge for us.

4) Who is your mentor (if any)?

For us as entrepreneurs, mentors are EVERYTHING. Starting a business is such a humbling experience and one of the most important lessons to learn is how to ask for help. Before we opened our doors at KMR, we met with mentors for a whole year who shared their expertise with us. From other lawyers who had successfully started their firm, to those who worked for many years at a large law firm, to judges and corporate counsel, we asked as many questions as we could. Also, as owners of a firm, we are also entrepreneurs, so we reached out to people who worked in areas that we had no expertise in but knew we would need, which included CPAs, marketing and branding consultants, business consultants and more.

I really have quite a few. I believe in networking and often have made it almost a part time job. Because of that, I have met a lot of wonderful people while I have been practicing, and they have become informal mentors. From partners at firms to savvy business people, I try to learn from everyone!

5) Best piece of advice for someone pursuing your field?

Think outside the box and create your own path. The field of law can be so traditional and so many lawyers get stuck on the partnership track, quickly finding themselves burned out. What the three of us have in common is that we all looked outside what we were told. We saw a void and filled it.

Dream big. When you work around the clock to realize whatever dream you have, you are likely to accomplish it. But, it takes a lot of hard work. Be okay with challenges and maybe even failure, but don’t give up if it is something you truly are passionate about.

6) If you have not chosen this profession would have you chosen instead?

I consider myself to be a creative, which is why I love working with entertainers and entrepreneurs as my clients. I would maybe be an sports/entertainment agent if not a lawyer. I have a passion for creating and love to be surrounded by people using their talents to chase after dreams.

I would have likely been a therapist. I majored in Psychology in undergrad because it was a big interest of mine.

I always wanted to be an interior designer. I enjoy the arts and often help others decorate their homes in my spare time to satisfy the urge I have to decorate!

7) Favorite designer?

I believe that personal style is a great way to express yourself. I am really quite versatile and love to mix classic staples with an unexpected twist! I can’t name 1 designer because it really depends on my mood and I am constantly searching for new fashion inpiration. I will invest in a major purchase but I also LOVE a unique vintage piece.

I tend to wear a lot of different brands, but my favorite store at the moment is Zara.

8) Favorite makeup brand?

I am not a heavy make-up girl, as I tend to focus more on skin care and beauty regimes so that I don’t NEED much make-up! I will say that I am loving the Fenty brand. It is so important to see a brands created for us by us …. and it is GOOD!

I agree with Jessica regarding Fenty. I otherwise use MAC because the brand is also pretty good with colors that are made for different skin tones while also being bold and bright and trendy.

No clue, I don’t wear much make up or have a specific brand. I am loving this new mascara I have made by Benefit.

9) Favorite hair care?

I’ve been using Kerastase for years, and also have natural hair, which I love using Shea Moisture products on when wearing my hair curly.

My go to for the last 15 years has been products in the Aveda Brillant line.

10) Favorite skin brand?

I love using natural products as much as possible, so my favorite facial oils and cream are from Whole Foods! For my skin I focus on drinking LOTS of water and moisturizing EVERYDAY.

Aveno.

11) If you could only choose 5 items to put in your purse everyday, what would they be?

Cell phone, wallet, keys, lip gloss & hand cream.

Cell phone, wallet, lip balm, business cards and laptop charger

Cell phone, wallet, laptop (yep, I carry big purses), bottle of water and a pen.

Feb

CareerFab: Black History Month Celebrates AquaHydrate’s CMO Ericka Pittman

In honor of Black History Month we celebrate Ericka Pittman. Bravo Television Star, one of the powerful women behind the Sean “Diddy” Combs empire and currently CMO of AQUAhydrate.

Ericka Pittman
Chief Marketing Officer
AQUAhydrate

As Chief Marketing Officer of AQUAhydrate, Ericka Pittman spearheads and oversees the company’s marketing and sales functions, while also developing and implementing the marketing strategy to meet revenue and profit goals. She brings more than 20 years of marketing experience to the organization, having produced successful strategic, brand building campaigns for some of the country’s largest media and consumer brands.

Prior to joining AQUAhydrate, Ericka was the Vice President of the Chairman’s Office at Combs Enterprises, where she was responsible for developing and streamlining business process and communication across all executive divisions. She was appointed by Mr. Sean “Diddy” Combs to lead the company’s Los Angeles office and served as an ambassador to business partners and the community on behalf of the Chairman and other company leadership.

Ericka joined Combs Enterprises in 2009 as Vice President of Brand Strategy at The Blue Flame Agency, overseeing brand strategy for all agency campaigns. She served as Vice President of Blue Flame, and Vice President of New Business for Combs Wine & Spirits. Ericka had previously spent 15 years working in interactive and publishing media, holding positions at iVillage.com; Honey, Heart & Soul, and Savoy Magazine (Vanguard Media Group); Baby Talk Magazine (Time Inc.); Glamour Magazine (Condé Nast); Vibe & Vixen Magazines (Vibe Media Group); and GIANT Magazine (Radio One Inc).

Amongst her successes, Ericka was an official cast mate of Bravo TV’s The Singles Project. She currently serves as a member of number of organizations including WEEN (Women In Entertainment Empowerment Network), National Association of Professional Women and Advertising Women of New York. She also lends her time and energy to a number of causes and other organizations, including Dress for Success and NFTE (Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship).

Ericka holds a Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communications from Baruch College. Originally from Brooklyn, NY, she now resides in Los Angeles, CA.

Feb

CareerFab: Social Media Influencer and Attorney Jessica Tehlirian

Say hello to Ms. Jessica Tehlirian! Or you may know her as the beautiful Lawyer Bae on Instagram:) Jessica has used her social media presence to influence and inspire thousands of professional women especially those in the legal field to persevere in their careers while looking great while doing it! She is the definition of Legally Fab. Read below on tips on surviving the legal profession and follow her social media pages @lawyerbaes on the launch of her new blog!

1) Why did you choose your profession? I am currently a criminal defense/personal injury attorney in Jacksonville, FL. I was formally a prosecutor. I chose to be an attorney because I wanted to be in a respectable profession where I could help people.

2) What is the favorite part of your job? Helping people through difficult times.

3) What is the most difficult part of your job? Working long hours at times.

4) Who is your mentor (if any)? I don’t have one specifically.

5) Best piece of advice for someone pursuing your field? I would choose a school that will not put you in a mountain of debt. Also, start networking as early as possible.

6) If you have not chosen this profession would have you chosen instead? Medical doctor

7) Favorite designer? H&M

8) Favorite makeup brand? MAC

9) Favorite hair care? Chi

10) Favorite skin brand? I don’t have one specifically.

11) If you could only choose 5 items to put in your purse everyday, what would they be? Credit card(s), business card(s), chapstick, planner and my brush.

12) Free plug:)– Anything you would like our readers to know that you are supporting, selling or creating? My firm-Justice League Law Group | www.myJLLG.com |352-815-8769

Education (Schools Attended): University of Michigan, Florida State College of Law, Oxford University & Florida State College of Business.

Certifications or Licenses? FL Bar License

Memberships? Tallahassee Barristers, National Bar Association and Zeta Sigma Chi.

Awards? Pro bono service award

Social Media Pages: @lawyerbaes @jessica_esquire

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