Real talk. Real life. No apologies.
I’m Shirl — writer, strategist, and a Black woman who says what she means.
I'm Shirl.
I’ve spent 30 years in boardrooms and community spaces watching people dance around the truth. Say It Lady is what happens when I stop doing that.
New here? Start with these three.
Three essays that tell you exactly what this place is.
Latest
What the Romani Can Teach Us About Keeping House
Romani women have kept immaculate homes for centuries. The reason is spiritual, historical, and very instructive. Here is exactly what they do – the tools, the cleaners, and the method room by room.
You Never Thought I Was Pretty. Shame on You.
Over 70 pounds gone, cheekbones showing, and compliments coming from people who never said a word before. I am grateful. I am also a little angry.
They Are Coming for Our Seats. All of Them.
The numbers on Black women’s job losses in the federal government and private sector tell one story. It is not a coincidence. It is a policy.