Today we’d like to introduce you to Cherise C Irons.
Hi Cherise C, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
My journey in entrepreneurship began in 2016 following early retirement from my 17 year educational career. The early retirement came as a result of a traumatic encounter at work which triggered migraine. I had been in remission for five years until the incident occurred. Between June 2016 to October 2016 I became extremely ill. The pain was so severe that on November 6th 2015 , I left work and never returned. In Jan of 2016 after months of uncertainty, I decided to join Maxwell leadership team. This opened my eyes to the reality of being my own boss. By April of 2016, Irons Group LLC was born.
Initially, I set out to provide training and workshops for corporate leaders but that shifted because I was constantly facing challenges at the doctors office. It became increasingly apparent that I needed to advocate for people living with migraine in a real way. In 2021 , I became a Patient Advocate with the American Migraine Foundation. This has opened many doors to share my story.
Recently, I transitioned my business to focus primarily on bridging the communication gaps between chronic migraine patients and their providers to be seen , known, and heard.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It has not been a smooth road. Some of the struggles include my health, belief in myself, starting over multiple times, funding my business with my own money, showing up for others, and the barriers to being an entrepreneur.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Irons Consulting Group LLC ?
WHAT WE DO
Welcome to Irons Consulting Group LLC, where we empower leaders and transform lives. As a renowned expert in leadership, speaking, communication, and advocacy, we are dedicated to helping women with chronic migraine, healthcare providers, and hospital leadership overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.
With a strong background in education and a personal journey of perseverance, I understand the challenges that come with living with chronic migraine. That’s why I’ve made it my mission to inspire and empower others to rise above adversity and thrive.
We offer dynamic training workshops, keynote speaking engagements, and personalized coaching services designed to help women with chronic migraine, their providers, and hospital leaders to overcome physical limitations, achieve personal and professional goals. From communication and advocacy to leadership development and growth, my expertise will help you overcome obstacles and achieve success.
I am known for my “Irons Sharpening Method”.
As the “Irons Sharpening Master Coach” I specialize in challenging the limits you have in your thinking about yourself, and you will be sharper than you were before.
Our sessions will require you to go deep into your heart because sharpening is designed to smooth out rough edges and burn away those things that no longer serve you or your organization.
We believe:
“Servant leadership is the highest quality of a leader.” Cherise Irons
“Irons Sharpens Iron So One Person Sharpens Another!” Proverbs 27:17
“Everything Rises and Falls on Leadership.” John Maxwell
As a brand, I am very proud of my involvement with two award winning documentaries. I am also proud to be the Southeast Regional Advocate with the American Migraine foundation and having the ability to share my story nationally and internationally.
I am uniquely positioned as a person living with chronic migraine and my experience in leadership. My lived experiences allows me greater insight into what it’s like to be stigmatized in your career and life.
We offer a specific program for providers and hospitals called “Empathy To Action”, we speak on a variety of topics on leadership and advocacy.
What do you like best about our city? What do you like least?
I love the warmth and sun all year round. It’s also wonderful to live near family and be around my best friend and her family. I also love that this city has one of the best neurologist and headache specialists in the country. I love all the wonderful relationships that I have developed since living here.
I don’t like the traffic (sheesh) it’s become like New York.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://ironsconsultinggroupllc.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msironssharpens
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1K92V3QWxa/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherise-c-irons-344346120/
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@msironssharpens?si=CtlgK8vBjLYRN8hG
Image Credits
Image Credit: Photography by Mya Monee from Monee Film Fotos with creative support from Tazim Forsythe.
www.moneefilmfotos.com
Instagram: @mffinc
