We had the good fortune of connecting with Dominique Doe and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Dominique, what role has risk played in your life or career?
When I think of risk I think about my transition from a small town in Georgia called Claxton to Atlanta. Prior to taking this risk I experienced a few devastating years that lead me into a mental institution for attempting suicide. After I spent a few weeks in Saint Simons mental Hospital, I discover that my best option for my mental health and my three kids would be a different environment.

11 years ago I took a risk and moved to Atlanta Ga a few weeks after leaving the mental institution. I knew that this move would be different but needed. I moved in with my brother for two weeks, putting in job and apartment applications until I started to doubt the process and went back to Claxton, Ga.

The second day of being back home I got a call saying I got the job and I’ve been approved for the apartment needing a deposit. I just knew it was nobody but God. However, I was broke! I called my mom and told her what was going on and at first she told me to stay in Claxton where I have help. I lost all faith! Later that evening she called back and said Dominique I have $2,000.00 and that’s it. The move was back on. I rented a Uhaul for almost $800 and sent $1250 for the deposit for the apartment.

Still a little doubt because I didn’t have anything to my name.

I loaded the Uhaul and drove Fours to Atlanta with three kids ages; 7, 5 and 1 years old. I packed sandwiches, cereal, juice and water because I knew I didn’t have any money. Lets just say it was a ride! When I arrived my brother was supposed to meet me with a few of his friends to unload the Uhaul but he ended up not being able to get off work. I was frustrated, how would I get the mattresses, sofa and other house items off.

My three kids and I started to unload with the small things. Knowing I needed to return the Uhaul by a certain time I got more frustrated but I knew God didn’t bring us this far to leave us hanging. I remenber crying and dragging the mattress down the stairs of the apartment complex asking God ” Why?” My kids pushing one end and me pulling the other. I knew we were good there because I didn’t have any bed frames just mattress. As I got down to the two sofas I just knew me and my kids couldn’t do it. We went downstairs to unpack a few hours later when I went upstairs to attempt to pull it by myself two Hispanic men in Spanish said the would help. I’m scared because they’re strangers but I need help. They took the furniture in for me, I was so thankful. I God was with us, he wasn’t there at the exact moment I needed him but he was on time.

we got in the Uhaul and took it back, I realized on the contract it said fill back up and I couldn’t. We got to the Uhaul place which was five miles down the road and I dropped it off and left the key. I was ashamed to tell them I didn’t have enough to fill it back up. As me and my kids walked back to the apartment complex I got a phone call from Uhaul. Guess what they wanted to know, ” why didn’t I fill up Uhaul?’ they would have to charge my card. I explain to the guy my situation and he said he would wave it and God bless us on our new journey.

God wasn’t playing about us.

Now we are settled in and I start work Tuesday, I’m excited. The week was going great until Friday came. Friday morning while stocking shelves in Kroger the police was called because I left my kids in the car. When I came out of Kroger the police had surrounded my brother car and my heart dropped. My kids were in there carseats in the car with the air conditioning running. At this point my kids wouldn’t unlock the car because I had already coached them on not opening for anyone. As I approached the car the police started yelling at me saying things like they could have died, been kidanap and more. Being completely honest I didn’t think of any of those things because I knew God had us. My faith was truly that big. The police arrested me and waited for my brother to leave work come get the kids. I ask the officer that he not handcuff me in front my kids and he didn’t.

Although I felt my entire world was crumbing I still knew God was involved because they could have called DSS but they let me wait there for my brother. I was devastated! I had never been arrested and I din’t have a dime to bond myself out but I knew I would get paid the next week for the week I completed. My brother’s fiancé bonded me out but she needed her money back. I told her as soon as I got paid I would give it to her knowing rent was due in two weeks because I moved in at the end of the month. Thats why the deposit was so low. That Tuesday I got paid and gave it to my brother wife. I was lost and confused. I trusted God but I didn’t see no way of paying my rent. I prayed and cried that night. I took a risk and walked by faith but put my kids in a position to possibly be homeless. T

The next morning I heard a knock on the door, it was the news station. They initial narrative and questions at the door was to paint a picture of an unfit mom until I invited her in. As she walked in she saw a picture of me in my Military uniform , no kitchen table and mattresses but no bed frame. She begin tear up a little and ask me how long we were in Atlanta. After asking a million questions she left.

I was embarrassed but I knew I needed to tell my truth or they would twist it. After she aired it, she called and told me that people wanted to send clothes, money, vouchers and much much more. The most embarrassing, still reckless moment of my life turn out to be the biggest blessing. I didn’t have to worry about rent for up to 6 months, food, clothes or a babysitter. All our needs were met. God took a disaster that created a path to success that was faster.

After all this I met a lady who offered to pay my rent for me to bookkeep for her and other companies. Three months had gone by and that’s all she paid me so my mom started to feel as though the lady was using me. I didn’t feel that way because I was learning and paying my rent. What more could a 23 year old with three kids in a desperate situation ask for. within those three months I met a guy who later became my fiancé who taught me taxes. I took what I learned from the both of them and started my very own Business called Diamond Tax Associates, LLC.

The risk to walk by faith and move to Atlanta, Ga had made me a 6 figure earner at year 3 of my business and a successful Serial Entrepreneur of 11 years as of today.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
My name Dominique D. Doe and I created Diamond Tax Associates and Diamonds Financial Studio to give people an alternative way to Revive, Restore, and Rebuild their Personal and Professional life. Dominique is

A Serial Entrepreneur who discovered her gifts through overcoming many obstacles in life. She is a Mother, Veteran, Accountant, Realtor, Coach and Full-time adventurer who is committed to experiencing life in abundance. Despite life’s adversities, Dominique has become extremely acquainted with success: “Succeed, like you’ve never struggled” is one of her daily mantras and serves as her motivation for life.
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Dominique made a promise to be a servant to those who want to achieve the impossible in their Personal and Professional life. She specializes in assisting her community with improving their Credit score, Obtaining real estate, Bookkeeping and Maintaining Individual and Business Taxes.

Her service to the community has allowed her to propel the lives of thousands of others and satisfy her will to help people.
Succeed, Like you’ve never Struggled.

I am most proud of myself for never giving up.

The lessons I’ve learned today is that its lonely on the journey of healing and becoming the best version of yourself.

I want the world to know that Dominique Doe, Diamond Tax Associates, LLC and Diamond Financial Studio, CO isn’t who they really are yet.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Lifetime Fitness for some Exercising, Massages ,Hot tub, and Relaxtions. Fantisi Medspa for Hydra Facial, Peels, Microneedling, Laser and Lashes.
I would take them to First Watch in Buford Ga to have Brunch and Mimosas.
CMX CineBistro Peachtree Corners for Dinner and a Movie.
Chateau Elan for wine tasting.
Fade and Facet for some delicious seafood and listen to music.
Local Bar in Buford called Parma for a slice of Pizza and Green Tea shots.
Continent Restaurant and Cigar Lounge for great food and music.
Mall of Georgia for shopping.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I thank God for all the trails and tribulations I have experienced in my life, although I am still currently healing and growing. Those experiences made me the Mother, Entrepreneur and Woman I am today. Although I am not where I want to be I know that God has created a Path for me to get there.

My Kids; Chyna, John and Khanai for being my motivation to never give up and loving me unconditionally despite the mistakes I’ve made it my life that could very much affect them. You guys are the best gift God could have ever given me.

My Father who is deceased loved me unconditionally and could never see his baby girl doing any wrong. I lost my dad at 18 but my 18 years of living I saw my dad provide for my entire family including others who wasn’t apart of my family. He retired from the military and The Brooklyn Transit Bus Station. He later started his own business as a store owner. He owned his store for many years. ( Now you see why, I’m an Serial Entrepreneur)

My mother who recently transitioned for always believing in me and pouring all her experiences and spiritual beliefs into me. My mother was one of the strongest most courageous woman who couldn’t drive that I’ve ever known. Lol! Yes, my Daddy spoiled us all. When my dad died I saw my mom transform into another woman. She became our ROCK! Now, I definitely know she’s always had the hustle and grind in her because back in the days she ran numbers but my dad allowed her to be her most feminine self. (Now you see where the Hustle and Grind come from)

My deceased spiritual Mom Connie Crawford who poured into me spiritually and emotionally. She was the reason I ultimately moved to Atlanta, Ga. God had given her a word. She came and prayed over m first apartment and constantly held me up in prayer.

My deceased Best Friend Janika Gardner for everything she did for me and my kids. We would always shop at bath and body works every Wednesday. You are truly missed.

My Motivational Youth teenage girls who allowed me to learn while pouring all of my life’s experiences into them. The mothers of the teenage girls who believe in what I was doing.

My sister Trisha Doe who is my rider on everything. If I’m driving to the moon she’s in my front seat. I love you for always believing in me. Especially for holding me up when our mom transitioned, I will never forget it.

My Boyfriend Jay who has supported me spirtually, emotionally and physically. You did what many couldn’t do, you held my kids down so I could take care of my mom when she was diagnosed with cancer.

The Mountain View Football organization, Especially the Team Mom Jennifer Charles and her family.

My family; Brothers, sisters and cousins who has supported me on my journey, My friends from Claxton and the ones I met along the way.

All my loyal clients who have become family.

There is so many more but I don’t have enough room to name you all. Thank you for allowing me to make mistakes and continue to grow into the Best Version of myself.

Website: www.diamondsfinancialstudio.com

Instagram: @meet.dominique

Twitter: @Meet_Dominique

Facebook: Dominique Doe

Youtube: Meet Dominique

Other: Other instagram accounts @Sold.by.doe (Real Estate) @Dominique.doe ( Spiritual healing and Coaching) other Facebook accounts ( Dominique Diamond Doe) Linktree ( linker.ee/MeetDominique

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