Shannon Claire

09/08/2025

When things don’t work out…
You win some, you lose some.
And I just lost.
But I’m ok with that.
You see, if I never lost, it would mean I never took risks.
The Barbie Bash throwback is being cancelled, or perhaps postponed until the spring.
What happened?
Enough tickets didn’t sell in the amount of time I needed them to in order to continue moving forward with this event.
I think it was a multitude of factors, but at the end of the day I did not have the capacity to pull off an event of this size in such a short amount of time.
I am still deep in grief over losing my Nan. Finding it difficult to function if I don’t keep myself very busy.
The pain is unbearable anytime my mind is quiet enough to remember. And so, I push forward and keep myself busy so my mind doesn’t have the chance to be quiet.
Until bedtime. Then I’m riddled with anxiety and struggle to sleep.
It’s not a healthy pattern, and I am addressing it.
But for now, all of this means I just can’t pull off this event.
And the people helping me are going through their own stuff (aren’t we all?!). So it is not fair for me to put the success of this event entirely on their shoulders.
Events take a special kind of energy that my other work does not require. And I simply don’t have it to give right now.
Sometimes, as a leader, (often, actually) we have to make tough decisions.
This was one of those decisions I had to make.
For a fleeting moment I thought “What will people think? Will they think I’m a flake?”
Thankfully my immediate next thought is, it doesn’t matter.
If you think I’m a flake, that’s ok with me.
Really, I’m just a human who wanted to create an Unforgettable experience, supporting a cause I care deeply about, but just did not have the capacity to pull it off at this time.
What I’ve learned through this is…
LISTEN TO MY GUT.
Every time. No matter what.
Deep down I knew this wasn’t going to work. But I decided to try.

If you took the time to read this, I hope it encourages you to realize it’s ok to fail. It’s ok to fail publicly. Failure makes you stronger. Failure teaches you lessons you won’t get otherwise.

Failure means you’re trying. And that’s what counts.

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08/01/2025

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05/28/2025

We LOVE seeing our clients put their brand photos to work — and Maria from Padgett Cumberland is doing just that! 🙌

Maria recently had a brand shoot with us, and she’s been using those images to showcase the heart and mission of her business:
"We’re passionate about helping business owners achieve their dreams. Our accounting and tax services are designed to do more than just meet requirements — they’re about supporting your growth, resilience, and vision."

If you’re a business owner looking for more than just a CPA — someone who really gets the big picture — Maria is your girl.

Want brand photos that actually work for your business? Let’s chat.

The time is now!
www.padgettcumberland.com

05/15/2025

Check out our amazing client John Ulsh! We love the way he is using his brand photos!

John is an accident survivor and optimist. He is a motivational coach, speaker and author of soon to be released book The Upside of Down.

Please check him out and give him a follow! John Ulsh-Author, Speaker, Coach

Most people chase the outcome.
But the ones who 𝒘𝒊𝒏 𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒈-𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎?
They fall in love with the 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌.

The early mornings. The quiet reps.
The days that don’t feel exciting, just necessary.
Because when you stop resisting the process and start embracing it,
that’s when momentum kicks in.
That’s when success stops being a question…
and starts becoming 𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆.

| JohnUlsh.com

05/07/2025

We’re giving a huge shoutout to LM Gnazzo Promotion Strategies! 🙌

It’s always such a joy to see our clients actually use their brand photos—and Lucy is absolutely killing it. From her website to her social media, she’s showcasing her brand with consistency, confidence, and clarity.

This is exactly why we do what we do at The Shannon Claire Agency—to help passionate business owners show up as their best selves online.

So proud to have captured these images and even prouder to see them out in the world doing what they were made for.

Go check out LM Gnazzo Promotion Strategies and give her a follow—she’s a powerhouse! 💼✨

It's National Small Business Week so it's time to celebrate all the movers and shakers who consider themselves a part of this impactful community, like we do! ☺️

Did you know that Pennsylvania is home to 1.1 million small businesses and employs 2.5 million individuals? Plus more than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they create about two out of every three new jobs throughout the country each year!! 👏

How can you support small businesses all year long?
🌟Shop local.
🌟Buy gift cards.
🌟Share on social media.
🌟Attend local events.
🌟Write positive reviews.
🌟Network & collaborate.
🌟Recommend.

We'd love for you to share with us your favorite small business and what makes them special to you. Give them a shoutout and tag them in the comments below. 🥳

And to all our small business colleagues, cheers to another fabulous year!

05/07/2025

life lately.

04/03/2025

Are you a super-connector? If so, we want you in The Link!

The Link is a referral group that stands out for our dedication to helping each other build wealth in our businesses while giving back to the community.

The following categories are being sought:
- Roofer (we have a lot of connections for you!)
- Financial Advisor
- Commercial Realtor
- Salon
- Fitness professionals and boutique gyms (Pilates, Yoga, etc...)
- Event Professionals
- Graphic Designer
- Website Designer

If you're not in one of these categories, we would still love to have you in! I'm starting the wait list for our next chapter as well.

We meet the second and fourth Monday of the month at noon in Mechanicsburg. The price is $997 for a one year membership. Message me if you're interested!

03/25/2025

Congrats to my client and dear friend, on the opening of her second location!!
Can all of you go give her a follow and support her business??

03/21/2025