10 Questions with Tyra Lemons Eckwood | Founder & CEO of Kingdom Women Inc.,

      What are your favorite’s quotes? I am becoming a better woman every day; Women who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.

      Can you tell us a little bit about your business or the work you do? Kingdom Women Inc., is a Global ministry and business that God gave me to Reach, Innovate, and Transform the Inner Woman. The most powerful life we can live is one that’s lived from within. Deep within the heart of every woman exists profound, life-giving treasures and answers? Kingdom Women was birthed to empower women and motivate them to move out from all comfortable scenarios that keep them stagnant and stale.  

        What brings you the greatest joy? Nature walks, working in the garden, cooking and baking, and spending quality time with my husband.

        What is the best advice you've been given? 

     When you really want to make a change in someone’s life-make it about them, their needs, their concerns. Take yourself out of the equation and truly become the asset that they can rely on. It’s then, respect for your wisdom and knowledge will be highly regarded & respected.

     What accomplishment are you most proud of? That all five of my sons are healthy, strong, handsome, and living productive and fruitful lives.

     What is the one thing people would be surprised to know about you? That I can be very humorous and silly at times…I have learned to relax and live life from the funny side.

   What is one thing you wish you knew when you were younger? That this too shall pass. Nothing I mean nothing last forever other than eternity.

   What is on your bookshelf? Believe Bigger by Marshawn Evans Daniels, Boss Women Pray by Kachelle Kelly, and In Step with the Spirit by Sarah Bowling.

   
If you could talk to three people, who would they be and why?

Bishop TD Jakes, Taffi L. Dollar, Oprah Winfrey and the CEO of Starbucks.

Do you have any advice you would like to leave with the reader? As I have been married now for 23 years and having five sons, went through some valley lows and mountain highs in marital, financial, spiritual and practical circumstances, I have learned that you are to never wrap your mind around an identity, a role, a position, a title, etc. You wrap your mind around who you are in God! It’s the best antidote in life.

Add any contact information and web site/or social media. 

You can find Kingdom Women Inc., on Facebook @Kingdom Women Global Hub and on Instagram @Kingdomwomeninc, Website and products coming soon.

Tyra Eckwood

Kingdom Women Inc.,

"A Strong Inner Life is Key to Living a Strong Outer Life"

Mission: Reaching, Innovating and Transforming the Inner Woman! Through the power of Wisdom, Love, and Community.

The Journey of Being a Businesswoman with Lakisha Harper-Bradley

Mother ☆ Motivational Artist ☆ Entrepreneur ☆ Community Advocate 

                                ☆ Learning and Growing Through Life

How do you achieve work-life balance?
When I was working in corporate, work-life balance was a huge challenge for me. I was so focused on being the best at my job and going above and beyond that I discovered that I wasn’t being my best at home. There were times when I could recall going into work in darkness and leaving in darkness. I was working hard, but not really working smart. When I made the transition into becoming an entrepreneur,work-life balance was a number one priority for me.

Today, I try to start each day with intent. I try to be intentional about what want to achieve for the day and also try to get as much done before 12:00 p.m. I want to ensure that when my kids and husband get home from school or work that my time is dedicated to them. Now, am I able to achieve this every day? No, but I do try to achieve this more often than not.


Can you tell us about any habits you have/things you do, to have a successful day?
My husband works overnight in addition to us having 3 businesses (Mobile Detail, Barber Shop, and Creative Arts Service) In addition, I work closely with my sister who also took the leap and found the non-profit organization Lighthouse Solutions.

Hey, it’s a family affair. 

Yes, it seems like a lot, but we are trying to build this foundation for our next generation. The plan that God has for us is much bigger than us so we have to put in the work. Since I have to get up early in the morning to get the kids ready for school and that’s something that I’m used too anyway, I try to leverage that time effectively. Once the kids are off on the bus, I’m getting my day started.

#1 Spiritual Alignment... I start with meditation and exercise. I use this time to be one with God. This is my growth and development moment.
#2 Business Management ...I have a project board in my kitchen. (One day I will have it in my office) I identify my objectives for the day and focus on how to continue to grow each of our businesses to the next level.
#3 Keep It Simple… Focus on quality not quantity. I try to make obtainable goals each day that I can achieve. There may be times that I may miss a goal, but it’s okay. I just move it to the next day just as long I get it done in an appropriate time and it is not affecting any of our customers.


How did you get where you are today, and who/what helped you along the way?
Please know that by no means would I consider myself perfect or super organized. I am a work in progress. I have to surround myself with mentors and good people who help keep me on the right path and hold me accountable.
What have you learned about leadership, entrepreneurship and mentoring others?
I learned that it all is a process and it takes work. At the end of the day, leadership starts with being a servant first. It’s having knowledge, wisdom and understanding as you go through process in order to pass it along to others.

How has starting your business and living your purpose balanced out to where you are now?
I have grown so much since this journey. Back in September, I did a little reflection because it had been a year since me taking the leap. Here’s what I shared with others on what I have gained.

1. Trust God - He has your back
2. Make time for family and loved ones
3. Self-employed is hard work & rewarding
4. Don't just Go but GROW in the moment
5. Know your happy place
6. I AM the CHAMPION of my sound! ❤

What do you find most helpful about a using social media in terms of marketing your business and growing it?
Social media helps tell the story. We utilize it as a platform to help build trust with our customers to showcase our quality work, but also allow them to share transparently their experience of our services provided.

What is your favorite aspect of being an entrepreneur?
We are able to build a foundation that my children’s children will be able to stand on.
What are you currently working on now?
Right now we are working to build a team and looking to expand into a building. In addition, with MY-T-BY-DESIGN “Imperfectly Painting with Purpose”continuing to grow, starting in January I will be attending John Brown University working on my Marriage & Family Counseling license in order to provide a higher level of service to my clients through private one on one art therapy sessions.

What pearls of wisdom can you give other women that are looking to reach their potential?
When you hear those whispers saying it’s time for a change or to do something that is out of the ordinary that is your inner soul speaking to you. Even though it may be scary and uncomfortable in the moment, just trust and believe the process because what is unordinary will soon manifest itself to be an extraordinary blessing bigger than you can image.

For more information, contact

Lakisha  Harper-Bradley

CEO/Founder, MY-T-BY-DESIGN “Imperfectly Painting with a Purpose”

Email: 23breakthrough@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/mytbydesign/