HEATHER DARWISH
VICE PRESIDENT AND CEO OF RAYDIANCE FOR WOMEN
HOW DO YOU RECHARGE AFTER A BUSY DAY? I religiously walk my two English Bulldogs as soon as I get home from work every day. It allows me to be grounded, breathe in the fresh air and laugh at the silly things they do.
WHAT HOBBIES HELP PULL YOUR MIND AWAY FROM BUSINESS WHEN YOU NEED THAT DOWN TIME? Motorcycle rides and food! My husband and I have a Harley, and we love to ride. We love watching the local news or seeing an ad somewhere of a new restaurant to try! If it sounds delicious, we hop on the bike and make it a destination to ride to. Also, weekend getaways are the best. We love to travel to Grand Rapids, Grand Haven or anywhere in Michigan; we truly live in a beautiful state.
WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? I’m highly motivated by seeing our happy clients, clients that appreciate our hair replacement process as much as the actual purchase. There’s a lot of blood, sweat and tears that go into making one of our Exact Duplication Custom hair pieces. We take a lot of pride in what we do and hearing the success stories, and how thrilled they are, definitely keeps me going!
STACIE ZOTKOVICH
FOUNDER AND CEO OF THE POSITIVE SHIFT AND STACIE RENE
WHAT HOBBIES HELP PULL YOUR MIND AWAY FROM BUSINESS WHEN YOU NEED THAT DOWN TIME? I always have to set personal goals for myself. They’ve ranged from running marathons and races to starting my “Real Talk with Stacie René” interview segments to simply challenging myself to go outside my comfort zone and try new things. I am intricately involved with the community and committed to perpetuating random acts of kindness. We live on the lake and enjoy lake-life activities like boating, kayaking and paddle boarding.
WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? My family, specifically my husband of 16 years, Craig, and not letting my own value diminish. I make sure I never settle, become complacent or give up. It’s important to show my two children, Samantha and Zachary, that no matter how old I am, life will throw curves, and I have to take them head-on. I love showing the importance of life skills that they don’t learn in school while also motivating them.
WHAT ARE SOME POSITIVE THOUGHTS THAT YOU KEEP IN MIND DURING THE TOUGH TIMES? I know life is about ups and downs but also know how to handle those situations, i.e. getting a grip on negativity, insecurities and a depressive state before it starts to affect me. I understand that I have to stop the negative thoughts, self-doubt and destructive behavior before it becomes my new personality and habit. I stress the importance of knowing who you are, and at the end of the day, knowing who you want to be.
DANIELLE MIHELICH
FINANCIAL ADVISOR AT MERRILL LYNCH WEALTH MANAGEMENT IN BLOOMFIELD HILLS
HOW DO YOU RECHARGE AFTER A BUSY SEASON AT WORK? I like to take a long weekend once a quarter and get away from town. Knowing I have an escape on the calendar motivates me to hustle and get the job done.
WHAT ARE SOME POSITIVE THOUGHTS THAT YOU KEEP IN MIND DURING THE TOUGH TIMES? I live by this motto: “Be a fountain, not a drain.” This keeps me grounded when I feel like giving up. It reminds me to contribute rather than complain.
WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR MOTHER’S DAY THIS YEAR? Hopefully going to get brunch with my family to celebrate with my wonderful mother. If we are still quarantined, then we will dress up and have a FaceTime brunch.
ANDREA BRADFORD
PRESIDENT OF FRANKLIN SPA
HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN A SUCCESSFUL WORK-LIFE BALANCE? I don’t overdo work, so my family is kept my priority.
WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? The appreciation shown and, at times, hugs given by clients after services is what keeps me motivated to keep going.
WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR MOTHER’S DAY THIS YEAR? Mother’s Day has always been exciting for me as I love coming up with great bonding time spa packages for clients.
JESS CARR
OWNER AND HEAD COACH AT TRV|FIT WEST BLOOMFIELD
HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN A SUCCESSFUL WORK-LIFE BALANCE? I like to include my daughter in what I do at the gym, but when we are home, I try to set my phone or computer aside and focus on the moment because time flies! Setting aside specific hours for work and know when to to shut if off is extremely important as an entrepreneur with a family.
WHAT HOBBIES HELP PULL YOUR MIND AWAY FROM BUSINESS WHEN YOU NEED THAT DOWN TIME? Getting a good workout in always helps clear my mind. Even though fitness is my business, it’s also my passion. I also love to read and am always looking for new recipes to try.
WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED? Feeling healthy and strong. Consistently setting and achieving new goals. Seeing others set and exceed their health and fitness goals is also extremely motivating for me to continue doing what I do.