We had the good fortune of connecting with Shanese K. Powell and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Shanese K., what’s something about your industry that outsiders are probably unaware of?
The coaching industry is more valuable than a lot of people may know. It is necessary to receive coaching in at least one aspect of one’s life. A coach holds you accountable and ensures you achieve the goals you promised yourself you would. A coach helps you clarify your ‘Why’, and reminds you of it when you forget. A coach creates space for you to speak freely about the dreams you’ve kept to yourself for fear of judgement. The practical side of coaching involves guiding you to define and take the steps necessary for you to become successful. Your personal and professional development happens through coaching.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
My coaching program is my he(art). Dreams. Passions. Purpose LLC is a combination of coaching and portrait photography. The coaching aspect encourages you to become the best version of yourself, and the photography aspect captures you being just that.

I am at this point in my career because of prayer (my relationship with Jesus Christ), my supportive family and friends, and my intentional networking with awesome people in similar fields.

This journey has been (and continues to be) one of the most fulfilling experiences for me. This doesn’t mean it’s void of challenges! The difficult times have come, and I expect more in the future. But one thing that’s helped me overcome the challenges, is first accepting that they exist to serve me. They are purposed to refine me so I become the strongest, wisest version of myself, causing me to become an even better coach! That reminder not only strengthens me to overcome challenges, but to embrace them!

I truly believe one of my purposes in life is to ensure people fulfill theirs. I notice many are too afraid to move in the direction of their dreams. It can feel like a scary step. This, to me, is a big problem because fear is crippling and can cause you to live your whole life in a box. The lives you were meant to touch would go on without experiencing your impact, and I want to do everything in my power to ensure that doesn’t happen. I will hold your hand but also poke and probe you until you move towards that purpose with passion. The aim is for all of us to transition to a more fulfilling existence. This is what ‘Dreams. Passions. Purpose’ is all about!

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.
I am a real chill kind of girlie, so when my friends come to visit, they already know we’re taking a nice walk on my favorite trail in Tribble Mill Park, while cutting up. Afterwards we’re eating good and dining at the Jamaican restaurant, Eschovitchez. We would catch a movie and probably go to a paint and sip or a cute candle-making class at ‘Bear and Honey Candle.’ That’s me!

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I have a family that supports me in all the ways I need, without hesitation. They are my rock. I have friends in my corner who are like my personal coaches, reminding me of who I am and what I’ve done, so I don’t lose sight of what’s most important. I dedicate my shoutout to them!

Website: https://www.dpp2life.org

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dpp2life/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanese-kaye-powell-ab1a3b237

Youtube: https://youtu.be/VwTY_DbwLB4

Other: LinkTree https://linktr.ee/dpp2life

Image Credits
I have rights and permission to use these images

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