So. Sherrika taught for 52 minutes tonight… with her mic off. 😅 And since nobody joined, there was no one there to say, “Sherrika, you’re on mute!” 😂 If you can read lips, the replay is all yours. If not, we’ve got you. Here’s what you missed. 1. Validation strengthens what you decided. It doesn’t change it. You can hear from God and still ask questions. Scripture tells us to count the cost and seek wise counsel. That’s not doubt. That’s wisdom. 2. If reaching out makes your stomach drop, read this twice. - You’re not selling. You’re asking for her story. - Your first five don’t have to be strangers. Start with people who already trust you. - Let your wiring choose the method. Not a talker? An email, a voice note, or a poll works. - A no, or no reply, isn’t rejection. It’s signal too. 3. Copy, paste, send: “Hi [Name]! I’m working on something to help [who you serve] with [the problem], and you came to mind. Would you be open to a quick 15-minute call this week? I’m not selling anything. I’d just love to hear about your experience. Totally okay if not!” 🎙️ Phone calls not your thing? Sherrika’s go-to is a voice note. Send a quick one in your own voice, and ask her to reply with one when she has a minute. No scheduling, no pressure, and you still get to hear her tone and her exact words. Try: “Hey [Name]! I’m working on something to help [who you serve] with [the problem], and I’d love your take. When you get a minute, could you send me a quick voice note back answering this: What feels hardest about [problem] for you right now?” 4. Ask, then get quiet. - What feels hardest about [problem] right now? - What have you already tried? - What has been frustrating? - What do you wish someone would simplify? - If this were solved, what would feel different? Don’t correct, teach, or defend your idea. Just listen, and write down her exact words. 5. Protect your capacity. When you hear “Could you also add…?” your answer is “That may be phase two.” Validation sharpens. It doesn’t multiply. And 5 to 10 good conversations is usually enough to see the pattern, but any amount that you get is better than nothing.

Bring your questions, and let's take one step forward! See you soon!

Hi Lovely Ladies, we’re looking forward to connecting tonight at 9 p.m. ET for our Week 6 live call with @Sherrika Newsome ! We’ll be working through how to gather insight from the people you hope to serve. How to choose a validation method, ask useful questions, and notice patterns in how people describe their struggles and the help they need. This is an important part of our build! Bring your questions, comments, and an update on where you are. If you’re unsure who to speak with or how to begin, bring that too. 💛 📌 The Week 6 check-in is now pinned! Share one insight from your validation process. If you haven’t started yet, tell us which method you plan to use and who you’re hoping to speak with. Please also revisit any check-ins you’ve missed from Weeks 1–5 and post your responses under the matching week. These updates help us stay connected with you, see what you’ve completed, and understand where you need support. Come as you are, with your guides and whatever you’ve worked through so far. See you tonight! 💃

Happy terrific Tuesday!

Dear Provider Collective , I hope that you are having a wonderful evening. I am reaching out because i cannot get in class . Can you please send me the link for class tonight?