Woman of the Week ~ Nichole Harris

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name: Nichole Harris, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-Supervisor

My Current Job/Company: Director of Programs at The Center for Healthy Families

My Work: I support and manage programs that assist teen parents to become self-sufficient. I work to inspire others to live their purpose on purpose.

My Passion: Maternal Child Health, and my family.

My Family: Kip (Supportive Husband), Nya & Amari (My Two Heart Beats are my Daughters ages 17 & 12)

My Hero or Heroes: Female mentors who have provided me with an opportunity to have a seat at the table.

My Escape: Traveling. Both near and far as it allows me to recharge my batteries.

My Pet Peeve: Traffic and rude people.

My Indulgence: Netflix, & Hulu in my bed after a long day.

My Roots: Hardworking. Family Centered. Filled with lots of love.

My Future: Big, On Purpose, Inspiring.

My Favorite Quote: “You Must Be The Change You Wish To See In the World” – Gandhi

My Accessory: Journal, Alexi & Ani Bracelet and my humor.

My Advice to Young Women: Create a small village or CIRCLE of like-minded women. When the days are tough you will need them. When you reach your goals they will clap FOR you.

How I Balance it All: I am learning to say No and working on holding my boundaries. I am learning to be present for my family. I have a VILLAGE!