Episode 5: Change Creates Energy with Charreah K. Jackson

Guest: Charreah K. Jackson

In this episode of the Truth Then Dare podcast, Dr. Nandi Shareef welcomes Charreah K. Jackson, a renowned communications strategist, executive coach and AI-certified CEO of Shine Army, serving clients across five continents. Charreah shares her journey of radical change, discussing how she transitioned from a successful career in New York to a more fulfilling life in Atlanta. She emphasizes the importance of embracing change, self-awareness, and personal growth to live a fuller and more authentic life.

Key Takeaways:

Embracing Change:

• Charreah shares her decision to leave her dream job in New York and move back to Atlanta.
• She highlights the significance of acknowledging when a season in life has expired and the courage needed to pursue new dreams.

Self-Awareness and Personal Growth:

• The importance of self-awareness and understanding oneself in order to make meaningful changes.
• Charreah discusses her journaling practice and how it has helped her stay connected to her goals and dreams.

Radical Reset:

• Charreah talks about her radical reset, which involved leaving her job, moving back home, and starting a new business.
• She shares her journey of becoming a licensed minister and the challenges and rewards of starting over.

Power of Community and Declaration:

• The role of community in supporting change and growth.
• Charreah emphasizes the power of speaking life over oneself and setting clear, actionable goals.

Living a Full Life:

• The necessity of letting go of past experiences and relationships that no longer serve one's current journey.
• Charreah encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability and uncertainty to achieve a more fulfilling life.

Quotes:

• “I chose change and change chose me.” - Charreah K. Jackson
• “The only choice was me… I was willing to give up the life I had lived, to have access to a life I could only dream about”  - Charreah K. Jackson
• “I am a student of myself. That requires a level of focus, intention… vulnerability and honesty…. I had to be willing to interrogate, who am I anyway?”  - Charreah K. Jackson

#TTDareoftheDay: Dare to change. Dare to give up what you have to have what you don’t. You can start by reflecting on an area of your life where you feel stuck or unfulfilled. Take one bold step towards making a change, whether it’s setting a new goal, having a difficult conversation, or letting go of something that no longer serves you. Embrace the discomfort and uncertainty as a part of your growth journey.

Resources Mentioned:

• Shine Army: Charreah's company that supports leaders and organizations in increasing their visibility and impact.
  • Website: shinearmy.com
• SEEN Leader Platform: A platform for visibility and marketing support for executives and entrepreneurs. 
  • Website: seenleader.shinearmy.com
  • Download their free resource: SEEN Leader - 7 Shortcuts to Visibility
• Connect with Charreah:
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charreah/\
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charreah/?hl=en