When you gaze at this snapshot, what pops into your noggin?

Do you think I’m a social butterfly, flitting from one shindig to another? Or do you think, “Wow, that outfit’s on point!”

If you’re thinking both, gold star for you!

But hey, I didn’t always have this rockstar vibe. Once upon a time, I started from zero, and slowly, like a puzzle, the pieces fell into place.

I still chuckle at the memory of those early mornings, dragging myself out of bed, even when I felt like a soggy waffle, all because of a promise I made. And let’s not forget the giggles reading headlines dubbing me a Diva. Talk about a glow-up!

If they only knew the roller coaster I’ve been on—business highs and lows galore! No work means no cash to grab life’s essentials or snag the spotlight I need to build my empire.

Yep, you heard it! I hustled hard, then turned the hustle into a smart, fun game.

Take a gander at this snazzy outfit—straight out of the Gene Marshall Collection. Bet you’re wondering if I get to play dress-up without a price tag, right?

Here’s my two cents:

Nope, you’re barking up the wrong tree. I must confess, the whole ensemble is drop-dead gorgeous—picture a fully lined dress with accessories that scream glam: a lavish silver fox fur stole with a deep red lining, a petal hat, and gloves adorned with black beads, drop earrings, nylons, suede slingback heels, and a beaded clutch. But to wrangle these beauties together, I had to strut my stuff on the catwalk in exchange.

Ages ago, I discovered the secret sauce to success: “service for service” is the name of the game! Freebies are like unicorns—magical but not practical. To thrive in this opportunity-filled world, I need to keep my eye on the prize and stick to the win-win mindset!

If the cash flow from strutting the runway or schmoozing at business shindigs dries up, then it’ll turn into a whirlwind of business bartering!

Let’s face it, cash is king and can smooth over any monetary hiccups.

Quick question: Are you rolling in dough or still on the hunt for that elusive side hustle?

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