A Day in the Life

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A Positive Start

7:30 AM - The day begins with making the bed, setting the right tone for what lies ahead.

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Musical Mornings and Breakfast

9:00 AM - Upbeat tunes fill the air while she cooks breakfast, a ritual that boosts her energy.

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Tackling Business

9:30 AM - With breakfast done, it's onto emails and any urgent matters. This period is dedicated to business—client emails, calls, and content planning.

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Afternoon Hustle

1:00 PM - After lunch, the focus shifts to creating posts for her brand and completing client projects.

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Digital Detox

5:30 PM - Work ends, emails are muted, and SHIRLS gives herself the space to unwind, ensuring work doesn't spill into personal time.

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Staying Active

6:30 PM - Recognising the importance of movement, especially when working from home, a 30-40 minute workout is essential.

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Evening Relaxation

8:00 PM - It's time to either connect with friends and family or indulge in home-cooked meals.

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Nightly Ritual

11:00 PM - After a session of meme scrolling, Shirley heads to bed, ready to recharge for another day.

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Juggling Work and Life

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Balancing isn't about perfection. It's more about allocating time to work and time to do other things. I've devised a routine, splitting my day into segments: home duties, business tasks, physical activity, and personal time. Some days demand more attention in one area over another, but this structure ensures I address each essential part.

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Career's Most Valuable Lesson

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The most important lesson I've embraced is the value of time. It's our most precious, finite resource, and I’m extremely careful about how I spend it. Both in work and personal spheres, being discerning about where and how I invest my time is crucial.

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Managing Stress

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Handling stress is still a work in progress for me. I face challenges head-on, often multitasking to maintain momentum across projects. It’s a bit chaotic, and I’m still exploring strategies for more peaceful management.

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Growth Strategies for Brand Presence

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Three pillars define my brand growth: leaning into my personality, staying flexible, and being consistent.

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Legacy Aspirations

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I envision SHIRLS being synonymous with outstanding design. When someone sees a piece of my work, I want them to instantly recognise it as something I created.

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Timeless Style Statement

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If I had to wear one outfit for the rest of my life, it would be a black crop top, black trousers, gold hoops, and white sneakers. And on days I feel bold, I'll finish with a dark lipstick.

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Fashion Elevator Tip

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A fashion tip? Throw on an oversized jacket!

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Comfort Meets Style

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‍Comfort always comes first. Once I'm comfortable then style is usually infused with a pair of earrings, bold lipstick or funky rings.

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Power of Authenticity

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Platforms like Instagram and TikTok have been monumental for my brand. My genuine love for acting, lip-syncing, and using trendy audio to showcase my work has forged a deeper connection with my audience. It's this authenticity that has greatly contributed to my brand's success.

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"I didn’t feel like I was putting on an act, it was me being my most authentic self and my audience recognised that..."

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Dream Job for a Week

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To be an actress! I’ve always loved the idea of being on screen since I was young.

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On the Bucket List

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Watching the northern lights in Iceland is definitely on my bucket list!

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A Nostalgic Era

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Given a chance, I'd travel back to the 70's and 80's (even though I'm a 90's baby). The music, the films, the dance—it all feels so nostalgic and warm.

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Golden Advice

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Remember, there’s no official right way to do anything. Experiment and do what works for you.

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Go-to Mantra

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It will pass.

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Follow Shirley on Instagram @identitybyshirls