S. Deon Stokes

About S. Deon Stokes

Most women don’t struggle because they lack discipline, intelligence, or a work ethic.They struggle because they’re trying to build a bigger life with an identity that hasn’t caught up yet.I’m a business coach with over 20 years of experience helping women navigate growth, reinvention, and wealth-building — especially during seasons of transition, burnout, or starting over.My work sits at the intersection of:• Business strategy• Identity development• Mindset and decision-making• Sustainable habits that support long-term successI don’t teach hustle for hustle’s sake.I teach women how to become the woman who can sustain the life and business she wants.Over the years, I’ve coached women who:– Left corporate and needed a profitable next chapter– Wanted to turn their experience into a business or consultancy– Felt “called” to more but struggled with self-trust and consistency– Were successful on paper but stuck emotionally or financiallyMy approach is practical, grounded, and results-driven — with a strong focus on who you must become before the revenue, confidence, or growth shows up.If you’re interested in: Business growth rooted in clarity Identity work that actually leads to execution Building wealth without burning yourself outYou’re in the right place. For coaching, speaking, or collaborations, feel free to connect or send a message.

Experience

1. Joint Effort Business and Marketing Consulting

   Joint Effort A Marketing Agency

   Jan 2004 — Present

   Our MissionTo help new or existing businesses to increase their revenue by taking the guesswork out of running a successful business or nonprofit. Why learn from your own mistakes? We work with you to create a clear path to success. About UsJoint Effort - a Forensic Marketing Agency that Specializes in B2C Marketing, SaaS Subscription Marketing, and Inbound Marketing solutions for Restaurants, Small Businesses, and Nonprofits. Our mission is to answer the toughest question in business with the use of research marketing and target audience data analytics - how to make more MONEY? Our team of creators works EFFORT/lessly to offer effective solutions in New Product Development, Strategic Forecasting, Content Marketing, Video Production, Media Psychology, Social Media Management, Market Research, and Creative Strategies that enhance your brand. With more than 30 years of combined experience, we are passionate about customizing YOUR experience that exceeds your expectations.

Education

• The University of Alabama in Huntsville

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing and French

• Oakwood University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing

• Jack Welch Management Institute

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), International Marketing