MEET SHENEQUA JOHNSON

Apr 9

Photo Credit: Pierre Louis Visuals, Diversion Photography

CBN: We’d love to learn more about you, your story and what you are focused on professionally. Please tell our readers about what you do, what you feel is most exciting or special about it, as well as anything else you’d like folks to know about you!

Shenequa: I am a first generation Caribbean American (Vincentian and Trinidadian) and a NYC native. I am a graphic designer, Illustrator and all around creative person that has been working professionally for over 10+ years but creating since a child. I have always been in love with art, You could always find me with a sketch book and a pencil in hand. It brings me so much joy to create. I have a service and Product based business. A digital creative studio SJohnson Designs, offering branding , design and illustration and a Stationery Brand with my sisters Cadash & Co. My digital art often features black women and themes of representation mixed with mantras and affirmations that have played a large role in her life.

“I’ve learned that life is not a race. Things will get done in due time. ”

— Shenequa Johnson

CBN: Thanks for that intro. What do you do when you feel stuck or overwhelmed? Any advice or strategies for others?

Shenequa: I've learned that life is not a race. Things will get done in due time. Lately when I'm feeling stuck or overwhelmed I simply turn off my brain. Sometimes you need a break to just do nothing, I turn on some music, color, or take out my journal and write what I'm feeling.

CBN: How would you describe your work ethic and where did this come from?

Shenequa: If I had to describe my work ethic in one word it would be ambitious. Since I was a teenager i've always had big goals and dreams. While in college I worked 2 jobs not because I had to but I just enjoyed keeping busy, being independent and having money of my own, that stayed with me through adulthood. I am always looking for an opportunity to show the world who I am and I'm so happy that my talent and determination gives me that opportunity. If you don't believe in yourself who will? Coming from an immigrant family working hard has always been something I was taught. Being an entrepreneur also pushes me be stay consistent and work hard because you only have yourself to depend on.

CBN: How do you currently deal with or overcome imposter syndrome?

Shenequa: I’ve struggled with imposter syndrome a lot. One way I overcome it, is by realizing it’s a normal thing, everyone is hard on themselves it’s a part of life. I am very passionate about what I do and believe what's meant for me will be. Using positive affirmations and speaking life into myself is another way I get though those feelings.

We thank you Shenequa for sharing your BOLD JOURNEY!

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