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

Hi Shellane, what do you attribute your success to?
Hey, I’m Shelly from @maricialifestyle, The most important factor behind the success of my brand is always staying authentic to myself. When I feel like I am becoming overworked or in the blogger world we say, imposter syndrome, I always take a step back for a day or two. I never want to come to my followers as fake. The authentic me is what got me so far in this industry.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I think what sets me apart is me, I’ve always been authentic with my audience. I try my best to give them what they need but at the same time always making sure I’m staying true to my crafted. I am not fully where I want to be but I’m definitely on the way. It was not easy for me especially after I had my second child unwanted to focus on being a great mom but my passion for blogging kept me balanced. I took a few breaks but after about a year off I bounced back in full effect and was ready to show the world me. Lessons I’ve learned take breaks successful people sleep learn to rest and stay organized. I want the world to know that this little island girl from the Bahamas did it and so can you.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
So we are eating at the Garden Room, walking the beltline omg checking out the ponce city market. I would be taking her to the selfie room, oh lets not forget the illuminarium museum. I would also be throwing in stone mountain park.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would love to thank my God and family. my husband pushed me to start blogging and I’m so grateful he pushed me in this route because I can express so many things and share a little of my world. I would also like to thank my mother and my brother they took my pictures and babysat my babies. My sister also pushed me and was my tag along to everything. Lastly, I would love to thank a few of my friends and family for just pushing me.

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Youtube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UC3lROoL3Lk_A8L64Ttn1d5g

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