Shirlonda Evans - Peacing Life Together
“Thanks to theClubhou.se, I was able to learn how to use what I already have to be able to turn it into what I wanted”
In a moment of despair, standing in front of her burning home while holding her young son, Shirlonda Evans felt her dreams disintegrating. However, this challenging time marked a turning point, greatly influenced by her experiences with theClubhou.se.
Evans, a real estate agent, had previously completed theClubhou.se’s Startup Life program, which catalyzed her transition to a life and grief recovery coach. In her new role, she spearheaded a massive cleanup of her downtown neighborhood, part of her year-long Love and Prayer Works campaign. Despite the devastation of the fire, Evans drew strength from a crucial concept she learned at theClubhou.se: the importance of pivoting in business and life.
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In her quest to redefine her career path, Evans leaned on theClubhou.se's extensive resources and network. The insights and support she received were instrumental in helping her realize that while her passion lay in life coaching, it wasn't financially sustainable on its own. This realization prompted her to return to her roots in real estate, but with a new perspective.
Evans decided to utilize her real estate expertise to become an investor, focusing on both short- and long-term properties. She now owns five properties, which she has transformed into modern, desirable spaces featuring amenities like granite countertops and hardwood floors. These properties are strategically located in downtown Augusta, the Turpin Hill neighborhood, and Harrisburg, areas she chose deliberately to uplift the communities there.
Make Startups played a pivotal role in Evans' journey, providing her with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the complexities of business, including the nuances of finding capital and establishing business credit. The guidance she received transformed her approach to entrepreneurship, teaching her to embrace financial opportunities boldly.
Now, Evans proudly owns her properties, with only one under a mortgage, marking her remarkable turnaround from a moment of loss to a story of success. She credits Make Startups for empowering her to leverage her existing skills and transform them into a thriving business that supports her family.
Evans reflects on her journey with gratitude, acknowledging Make Startups role in bringing diverse individuals together and providing opportunities that might otherwise be inaccessible. "Thanks to theClubhou.se, I learned how to use what I have to achieve what I want. TheClubhou.se brings us to the table and opens doors to a world of possibilities and connections," she says."