Sonya Lennon, Inspiring Women
“I think we are hostage to other people's perceived opinions of us.”
- Sonya Lennon, Lennon Courtney, founder of WorkEqual
In this inspiring interview for the "Inspiring Women" project, Sonya Lennon, the founder of WorkEqual, candidly reflects on her journey to success, emphasizing the importance of not being held hostage by others' opinions.
Sonya's career path, which she describes as "squiggly" and unconventional, highlights the evolving nature of success and the necessity of adapting plans to reach desired outcomes.
As she matured, particularly after turning 50 and experiencing the pandemic, her definition of success became clearer—it's about surrounding herself with people who uplift her and allowing herself to make a positive impact through her work.
Sonya underscores the importance of recognizing privilege, overcoming fear, and challenging structural issues in the workplace to create environments where everyone can thrive. Her message is powerful: success is not a straight line, but rather a winding journey that requires self-reflection, courage, and the support of others.
The "Inspiring Women Over 40" project is a tribute to women who defied convention, embraced their passions and redefined success on their own terms. Through an incredible photoshoot and a short interview I am telling the stories of 40 women over the age of 40, to celebrate their success and inspire others to live life on their own terms.
This project supports WorkEqual who promote progress by providing free support for anyone needing to enter or re-enter the workplace through one to one support. This can include interview preparation, CV writing and interview styling from their boutique in Smithfield all working towards building their confidence.
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A selection of the incredible headshots from Sonya’s photoshoot:
