Learn more about "Me," Erin, aka...the "Simple" Lady

Professionally...Before forming "Simple" Lady Solutions LLC, most of my career was spent primarily as an entrepreneur in the competitive, multifaceted, male-dominated high-end building and manufacturing industries.​​ I'm grateful for the people I've worked alongside, collaborated with, and been in the business trenches with; they've each enriched me professionally. I learned so much from each person and from all my career experiences and opportunities, including but not limited to co-founding, owning, and operating a few companies throughout the years. Spending over 30 years immersed in strategic planning, business development, team leadership, creative direction, bottom-line responsibility, branding, and B2B sales all helped make me the best consultant I can be for those I work for and with now.​​​

 

Today, with S.L.S. I get to share my expertise along with the fun and satisfaction that can be had in business by coming alongside C.E.O.s, entrepreneurs, and small business teams to create customized, collaborative strategies and solutions. Take a "walk" over to LinkedIn to learn more.

 

Where Professional meets Personal... if you have the time, will give you more insight to help you know if you think we'll vibe. While business is business, people are the most important asset of any organization and not everyone is for everyone. While I think AI and technology are great tools in business it's human dynamics that create the most impactful safety, atmosphere, and results.

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Personally...I grew up in the Bay Area of California, married at the ripe "old" age of 19, and lived in the area with my young family (I have two very loved and treasured grown children) until my late 20s.  We lived in the Rochester area of New York State for a couple of years and then made our way to SC, where I've now be a resident for over two decades. I'm no longer married and I live a full and fun life as a single "lady," and I'm grandma  to two adorable young grandsons who do call me "Lady"; they add much love and laughter to my life.

 

I head back to California whenever I can, as the multitudes of diversity there soothe and delight my soul; it'll always feel like home in many ways, and several humans who add joy to my life live there. Charleston, SC, is where I live now, which also brings me much peace and enjoyment... I love the beach (also the city of Charleston, SC). My two adorable grands are a short 1 1/2 hr. drive away in Beaufort, SC, and on the beach and "hanging" with me as often as time and life allow. 

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Growing up where I did and then living in other areas of the country exposed me to many cultures, walks and ways of life, something I'm so grateful for. I believe life is more fulfilling and much sweeter when we appreciate, celebrate, understand, and learn from our differences while recognizing and connecting through our similarities. I feel most at home in melting-pot communities, groups, and situations.

 

I also learned through the years that while, yes, every person has inherent worth simply by being human yet not everyone can or should be trusted or granted access to us and our worlds in all ways. When we approach relationships with discernment and care, we will protect ourselves and those we care about most from avoidable and unnecessary hurt and harm. I've found this and other life lessons are usually learned in challenging and painful ways, yet we can often turn the pain and hurt from those experiences into wisdom we carry forward and put to work to help ourselves and others.

 

Another nugget that I use as a "touchstone' in so many ways and instances is that while financial stability, self-esteem, and compassion are basic human needs, ultimately, lots of money, clout, and/ or power can never compensate for lack of healthy love of self and others, nor does it reflect one's character or true worth. True joy and fulfillment come from our healthy connection and attachment to others and ourselves, along with accepting and appreciating ourselves for who we and others are, imperfect though that may be. 

 

I've found that when freedom, flexibility, and genuine connection flow together, they create a vibrant and thriving environment; then add some fun and silliness, along with thoughtful reflection that fosters growth...well.. that's magic... but that's just me and my two or three cents!

 

Speaking of fun, silliness, and reflection... besides time at the beach, business, and hanging out with those grands, I enjoy many other interests and things. Among them are connecting and laughing with great friends, traveling, people-watching, putting my green thumb to work, blasting and dancing to a great song (I've recently gotten into Salsa dancing—talk about fun!),and I love a good Show or movie. Poetry is something I dabble in... check out my PLOG, to read a poem or two. ​

 

​So, you know all that about me now...

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