It’s hard to say just where I developed my passion to help others. It may be after a friend of mine took his own life when circumstances became too hard for him. I had seen him struggling for some time, and had every intention of reaching out, but when I did it was too late and I swore I’d never let another person pass me by. It may also be in my blood. My father, a holocaust survivor, overcame unimaginable trauma and heartache to be a successful businessman. I’m sure it’s a combination of both.
Whatever the case, I know this — we are not meant to face life alone. There are things that we simply can’t overcome or achieve without the help of another. We’re made to come together, because when we do, big things happen and more people get blessed. There is a Psalm that says “Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, or wicked.” In other words, he walks in good counsel. “He will be like a tree planted by rivers of water that brings forth its fruit in its season, whose leaf also will not wither, and whatever he does will prosper.” I want you to prosper. I want you to bear fruit and be refreshed. There is a way to do that, and it comes with having the right coach.
As your leadership champion I’ll be able to assess your situation from an outside perspective and bring together insight and solutions that can help take you forward. We can talk through practical business ideas — what’s working for you, what’s not — and map a plan forward. Sometimes just having someone by your side, knowing there’s another person there to keep you on track, makes all the difference.
Let’s put our heads together and see what we can do. Two heads are better than one, and two hearts reach new altitudes!
Florence Sinclair
flo@followflo.com
877-4000-FLO ext. 1
Florence is a professional at heart. She has the insight and passion to make heads turn and has done that through her 30 years of experience in high level offices of prestigious companies ranging from the world’s third largest press news agency, to France’s largest telecom company, to Freddie Mac — the United States’ largest home loan mortgage corporation — where she served for 15 years, balancing out her tenure as Senior Financial Controller. She managed the foreclosure accounting division during the 2008 financial crisis, and is well acquainted with the perils and challenges of the corporate world. In early 2020, her love for people and helping them succeed took over, and she was promptly reassigned to Chief Happiness Officer. Short-lived as it may be, this position launched Florence into a desire for her own business where she could shape and sculpt futures outside of corporate America. Hence the beginning of FollowFlo.
Florence brings with her a sincere interest in others, and the natural skills to help people advance. Even at Freddie Mac, when asking colleagues what she does best, the resounding “yes” was toward her influence on teams, departments, and individuals to overcome life’s hurdles, open new doors of opportunity, and lead in a positive direction. She brings these talents to FollowFlo with a desire to serve and see people launched into their destiny.
Florence, born and raised in Paris, France, lives in Reston, Virginia with her husband and Australian Shepherd.
I have known Flo since 2016 when we worked together at Freddie Mac. Flo has been a huge inspirational figure in my life. She became somewhat of a motherly figure to me in our close relationship that matured into more than simply coworker friends. Flo was a huge inspiration in helping me lose 75 pounds, progress in my career aspirations, build and maintain confidence, as well as maintain a positive attitude though life’s daily struggles. I could not recommend Flo enough to anyone who is seeking support and inspiration in today’s environment.
Thomas Corbett, Freddie Mac
I was in a challenging position last year, but Flo came to my side like a champion. She customized a career development plan for me and helped with networking, enhancing soft skills, establishing new work relationships, and providing team support. Even when doors didn’t open, she helped me through disappointment and encouraged me to be patient. I am proud to say I am now a Director, and without Flo’s coaching and guidance my dream would not have come true.
Helen Li, Director of Single Family Finance, Freddie Mac
Life can throw a person many ups and downs over a short period of time. I was going through several life challenges last year and was feeling extremely stressed and anxious. No matter how busy Flo’s schedule was, she always set aside time to talk to me. Without any hesitation, she guided me through several tough life decisions. She has been extremely honest and insightful for as long as I’ve known her. Thank you Flo!
Akash Chopra, Financial Controller, Freddie Mac