My mother was stabbed in the skull with a screwdriver. The burglars didn’t intend to kill her but the rendered her unable to speak. As she was being wheeled into theatre, the neurosurgeon counselled me: “She might not survive, but if she does, she’ll certainly have epilepsy and need assisted living for the rest of her life.”
Prior to the burglary, my mother ran a successful Executive Search and Coaching business. As a little girl, I would play “executive” in her offices. She was my business inspiration. But now she lay crushed, broken, and afraid, as was my heart.
Out of pain and loss emerged a powerful gain and victory, both deeply personal and profoundly expressed in Brilliance. The lessons drawn from this experience have become the foundation of who we are. These principles have been intricately woven into the fabric of our business, guiding us every day:
- Courageous resilience in the face of adversity
- Integrity and wisdom in transparent, trust-building communication
- The power of optimism despite the odds
- Energy and belief in our potential giving us the strength to adapt and continuously improve
- A steadfast commitment to excellence
When you encounter the values that define Brilliance – energy, integrity, excellence, wisdom, courage, optimism, and potential – know that they reflect our unwavering dedication to success in both life and business. Not just ours. To success in your business and the lives of your customers.
Miraculously, she survived and over time with much effort, regained most of her speech. She strongly lives on her own without any epilepsy.