Leading for Legacy with Sharon Amesu You are part of a much greater story than you think. Every decision you make and every mountain you climb sets an example for the next generation. If you’re a leader, then you have other people who look to you for inspiration and guidance. Thus, it's important to leave a legacy that you can proudly pass on. In this episode, Sharon Amesu, co-founder of She Leads for Legacy, shares how building a strong connection to legacy empowers black female professionals. Sharon explains how black women are at a big disadvantage because of their race and gender. Black women recognise the necessity of taking up space for themselves and setting an example for others yet to come. She also goes over the challenges and proud moments of being a working mum, criminal barrister and life coach. If you want to learn how to connect with your legacy and live with purpose, this episode is for you. Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: How do you stay grounded against imposter syndrome? Find out how to build a strong connection to your legacy. Discover Sharon’s two-step secret to success. Resources She Leads for Legacy SA Consulting Connect with Sharon: Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | Email Coaching with Angela Episode Highlights [04:13] Being a Working Mum  Sharon’s most important achievement is raising her three children into conscientious young adults.    She admitted that it wasn’t easy being a working mum. She had to juggle ‘mum guilt’ from both sides. To deal with this guilt, Sharon learned to accept the experience as normal.  After her daughter went into law, she realised that the guilt she carried was dead weight because her children are far more resilient than she thought.  It’s important to recognise that you are living a life that you chose and embraced. Role modelling is about making empowered choices and living in your power. [10:31] Battling Imposter Syndrome As a grandchild of an immigrant, Sharon’s second proudest achievement is her 16-year career as a criminal barrister.  Despite her accomplishments, Sharon admitted to experiencing imposter syndrome. What helped Sharon stay grounded was her sense of purpose: giving a voice to the voiceless. If you can connect to who you are and what you are called to do, you are better positioned to fight imposter syndrome. [16:18] Connecting to Your Legacy In addition to purpose, Sharon cited the importance of connecting to your legacy. For her, it was the daunting challenge of empowering black female professionals. Your decisions and choices have an impact on the next generation. Sharon lived a life that sets an excellent example for her daughter. Courage means having the guts to go after what you want even though it’s scary. [20:25] Leading for Legacy She Leads for Legacy was born out of Sharon's conversations with her daughter about underrepresentation in the legal profession. When we step into leadership, it paves the road for others to follow. Black women face double jeopardy or a two-pronged challenge of gender and race.  It’s not a question of ability or ambition; black women are deliberately left out because of oppression and suppression systems.  Listen to the full episode to learn more about the mission of She Leads for Legacy! [25:15] Changing the Legal Profession Although the legal profession has made headway in terms of inclusion and diversity, much is left to be done.  Sharon cites the story of Alexandra Wilson, a barrister who was mistaken for a defendant three times.  For black women, the baseline is lower than their white counterparts. They have to prove themselves more to be taken just as seriously.   A well-meaning clerk responded to Alexandra's story and said it happened because she was a pioneer. But she's hardly the first person in the field. [30:12] The Marriage of Education and Int