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Lisa Hurley is a five-time Anthem Award-winning author, activist, podcaster, second-generation Reiki Master, and rest advocate. Her work centers Black women, and converges at the nexus of self care, community care, joy, and rest. Through her writing, speaking, and community-building, Lisa champions soft living for Black women. 

Hurley is the author of Space To Exhale, a transformational book created to help people beat burnout, embrace rest, and curate a soft life. Part memoir, part manifesto, part meditation guide, Space To Exhale is a self-help book that inspires readers to practice the pause and take time to exhale.

As a champion of rest for Black women, Lisa is the founder of The Great Exhale, a global virtual community dedicated to sisterhood, serenity, and soft living. TGE offers curated rituals, inspiring affirmations, and healing conversations for those ready to say no to hustle culture and yes to a life of ease. It is a healing hub where Black women can relax, lay their burdens down—and exhale.

An Executive Member IADAS, Lisa is also a board member of Yuvoice, and a Juror for the Anthem Awards. A respected figure, she has been honored as one of the Top 20 Entrepreneurs to follow on LinkedIn, voted as one of LinkedIn’s Top 50 Black Creators, and recognized as one of the Top 10 Anti-Discrimination Activists in the world. In addition, Lisa has been honored by Hush Loudly as an Introvert to Watch, and as one of pocstock's Future of Black America Top 50 Leaders. As a result of her activism, her thought leadership has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, Adweek, and more. 

With a passion for speaking out that belies her natural introversion, Lisa is a prolific podcaster. In addition to being the Host and Executive producer of Space To Exhale: The Podcast, a five star-rated show that focuses on self care for Black women, she is also the Co-Founder & Co-Host of The Introvert Sisters Podcast, and a former Co-Host of The Tea on Tap podcast. 

With a strong belief in good vibes, Lisa is known for her inspiring affirmations on TikTok. In her free time, she enjoys bonding with her family, reading a good book, and expressing her creativity through fashion.

Of Caribbean heritage (Barbados, Trinidad, and Jamaica), Lisa is a world traveler with an understandable preference for warmer climes. Her love languages are sunshine, laughter, and naps.

Ready to exhale?
📚 Learn more, and order Space To Exhale: www.spacetoexhalebook.com
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Lisa Hurley

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Why do some voices get heard whilst others are silenced?

I help introverted leaders—especially Black women—amplify their voice without exhausting themselves, dismantle systemic barriers through anti-racism education, and transform their ideas into content that creates change.

I'm Sharon Hurley Hall. Mentor for introverted women leaders. Anti-racism educator. Award-winning podcaster. Successful self-publisher. 

My mission: to support introverted leaders, changemakers, and equality-driven organisations to make an  impact. 

Introversion as Leadership Strength

Being an introvert doesn't mean you can't be influential. It means you lead differently.

And that's a strength.

As co-host of the Anthem Award-winning Introvert Sisters Podcast, I understand the tension between visibility and energy protection. The exhaustion of forcing yourself into extrovert-oriented strategies. The paralysis that comes from trying to show up in ways that drain you.

For Black women introverts, the stakes are even higher, with both introversion bias and racism. 

I help introverted leaders:

- Create consistent visibility without burning out
- Build sustainable approaches to content and presence
- Transform introversion from perceived limitation to strategic advantage
- Lead powerfully whilst honouring their actual energy

This is how: 1:1 mentorship and strategies through the Self-Expression Immersion, Clarity Partnership, and Clarity Boost sessions that help you share your ideas whilst maintaining your peace.

Anti-Racism Education That Creates Change
Tired of surface-level conversations? Ready for honest, action-oriented dialogue that moves organisations forward?

I help DEI leaders and committed advocates deepen anti-racism knowledge that sticks and facilitate conversations that lead to systemic change

This is how: Sharon's Anti-Racism Newsletter (5,700+ subscribers), speaking based on my book I'm Tired of Racism, the SHHARE Anti-Racism Community, and deep learning programmes.

Publishing Justice: Whose Stories Get Told?
Traditional publishing has gatekept whose voices get heard. The digital age has cracked that system open.

I help you build sustainable visibility through newsletters, books, and courses and sustain your purpose without depleting yourself

Ready to Amplify Your Impact?
→ Book a call: https://bookme.name/sharonhh
→ Join the SHHARE Anti-Racism Community: https://sharonhh.com/anti-racism-community
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