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

Hi Alshiminia, how has your work-life balance changed over time?
Before starting my own business I just worked 8-10 hours a day, I started modeling in 2019 that only consumed some of my weekends not much.. Now since I have my own business which has only been since October of 2022, my weekends and week days are completely full with bookings, meetings and a lot of networking which I simply love. Finding balance between both was difficult at first because I found myself sometimes doubling and tripling my calendar with different meetings and events.
Then going to work during the week was a lot.. after 2months I found that balance finally the key is to pace yourself one day at a time.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
My business creative beauty by mimi has so many avenues. What sets my business apart from others is I listen to my clients, I take the time to hear exactly what they want whether it’s a particular photo a particular set up for a fashion show or just to brainstorm ideas. Also I’m very humble and I bring a certain amount of high energy and passion with me. I also express to my clients that they matter and I’m here for them. I’m very excited as to how people are so receptive of me. To me that shows my clients trust me and my knowledge of what’s about to take place . How I got to where I am today is two people God and one woman In particular that mentor me and help make me into the woman I am today and able to start my own business. It wasn’t easy honestly I haven’t had to come across too many obstacles as of yet. The lessons I’ve learned is to keep going and don’t stop believe in yourself. I want the world to know I’m going to keep pushing and striving until I make it to the top!
Also to everyone keep going and don’t give up.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My family especially my daughter aria and sons Dequan and Denneel they have been my biggest support system. My family in general has been there from the beginning my mom Valerie who was my model coach! My brothers Imani and shenda whom are very protective of me lol!

 

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Image Credits
Photos by John Preston Latoya Morgan Huberto

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