Hi, I'm Maria.
The Founder of the Ladies WHO Lunch Network and here is my personal story....
Today I’m feeling very vulnerable…
I’m about to share something very personal that I haven’t ever shared before publicly. It is a bit of my personal story and I’m nervous but I also know that it’s in the authentic sharing of ourselves that we all become more connected and make more meaningful relationships based on authenticity and truth.
I hope my story helps you, which was and always will be my intent for the creation of this network. To show you that anything is possible & to go after your dream. To not rely on anyone but yourself & to know that you are the creator of your own life & can shape it and make it into whatever you dream possible.
I think it’s a relevant testimonial that will help people see past the idea that this is a “rich girls” club.
A recent listener, Yvonne Poulin, sent me this comment:
“Just getting around to this now. Wow. For me this illustrated two things: 1.How a “personal story” can impact my receptivity, and 2. How an entrepreneur can calm my objections by heading them off in advance (ie: perceiving the group to be an exclusive wealthy woman’s social club). I’m going to look into your membership now! Keep up your good work, Maria.
Thank you again for sharing your story and being so connected to your vision and passion; it’s contagious and just helps fuel other big dreamers like me to keep going.”
“OK I am Maria Kritikos I am crying… I can sooo relate right now. I am so happy that you bounced back. OMG WOMEN ARE SOOOOOO STRONG! When our backs are against the walls and especially when we have children we realize that we are going to do WHATEVER IT TAKES to make it!! I feel like we have a lot in common. Nice to have connected with you”
Here’s another wonderful comment from Chrissy Cottrell:
“I just wanted to reach out to you to say that your interview was very inspiring and made me all the more excited to meet you and connect to some of the other ladies in your group.
Vulnerability is so rare and I have such great respect for those who are able to be their true authentic self and shine in their genuine nature.
You sound like a very tenacious, gracious and inspired woman who is going for the gusto and following your heart and I think we will get along famously.”
Danielle Murrell (via Facebook):
“OK I am Maria Kritikos I am crying… I can sooo relate right now. I am so happy that you bounced back. OMG WOMEN ARE SOOOOOO STRONG!
When our backs are against the walls and especially when we have children we realize that we are going to do WHATEVER IT TAKES to make it!! I feel like we have a lot in common. Nice to have connected with you”
Jamie Munro, Whisper Media:
“Thanks so much for sharing. Just wanted to say that it’s been less than a week since I joined this group and it’s already helped me with motivation for my work. One thing that I am struggling with right now is the loneliness of trying to start a company solo, so I look forward to your FB messages every morning. It makes me feel like I’m part of a bigger company – even though it’s just me working away at my computer, trying to figure out this craziness of starting a business! Can’t wait to meet you in person at the next event.”
Sandra Garcia (via Facebook):
“Have never been more inspired by @Maria_Kritikos after hearing her personal story in this @LunchWithMaria interview.”