Author: Heelsrun
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Power doesn’t always shout
Q: You’re on the cover of your own magazine. Was that always th plan? A:No. I actually tried to start HeelsRun in 2017. Every time I started, I would stop. I wouldn’t even finish a shoot or an interview question. I had the vision but I didn’t have the courage to s it through. Being…
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DRESS LIKE THEY ALREADY RESPECT YOU
showing how clothing can communicate confidence, professionalism, and authority. The Blazer The Softener The Finishing Touches: Classic heels, a structured handbag, accessories, and refined details complete the professional look. Overall: The message is that dressing intentionally can influence how you are perceived—helping you look confident, capable, polished, and ready to be taken seriously.
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EDITOR’S NOTE: THE COURAGE TO BEGIN AGAIN
Dear You, Some dreams take years to become real. Sometimes fear, doubt, money, or timing makes us stop—but stopping doesn’t mean the dream is over. HeelsRun began as a dream I almost abandoned. This first issue, “The Unspoken,” is about the parts of our journeys we rarely share: the fear, delays, failures, restarts, and quiet…
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BURNOUT IS NOT A BADGE
“Burnout Is Not a Badge” is a reminder that constant exhaustion is not proof of hard work or success. The article encourages women to recognize the signs of burnout, prioritize rest, and understand that taking a break does not mean being lazy or giving up. It emphasizes that health should not be sacrificed for work,…
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WOMEN TO WATCH: THE WOMEN REWRITING NIGERIA’S ENTERTAINMENT PLAYBOOK
“Women to Watch” highlights three influential Nigerian women—Tems, Kiekie, and Mo Abudu—and how they are reshaping the entertainment industry in different ways. Tems represents quiet confidence, restraint, and global musical influence. Kiekie transformed online comedy and digital creativity into mainstream entertainment success. Mo Abudu built platforms and structures that have helped Nigerian film and television…
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MONEY: THE UNSPOKEN BUDGET
“God, Hustle and Softness” explores the balance between faith, ambition, rest, and gentleness in a woman’s life. It challenges the idea that God’s blessings only come through constant struggle and reminds women that trusting God is just as important as working hard. The article encourages women to pursue excellence without anxiety, embrace rest without guilt,…
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POWER DOESN’T ALWAYS SHOUT
“Power Doesn’t Always Shout” tells the story of Ramat Abdullahi-Ifeanyi, founder of Heelsrun Magazine, and her journey from repeatedly starting and stopping to finally building the vision she had carried since 2017. She reflects on how fear, perfectionism, and waiting for the “right time” held her back. Eventually, she chose progress over perfection and committed…