Margaret Adu

MARGARET ADU

President, Aomega Group Inc.

2020 Women of Inspiration™ Black Women Leader Award

Is there a belief you hold that energizes you? The difference between doing something and not doing something is doing something. So just do it and you could make a difference in your life and, most importantly, in someone else’s life. This is the ultimate success. So while you are doing that, embrace your you. It is only when you embrace your you that you will be able to achieve the unthinkable.

Tell us more about that turning point in your life. It was when I made a difference in the lives of others as a caregiver. Caregiving was a realm of work that I had never considered; I never knew I could be good at it. As I watched the transformation in the clients I served, my newfound awareness fueled my spirit. The joy I brought to them made me want to extend the same joy to others. The discovery in myself that I possessed a gift while being in the service of others told me that my gift could be harnessed and impactful.

What keeps you up at night? Waiting financial approval for an expansion. But these days I just leave it in the hands of God. If it is mine, it will definitely work out. So, if my thoughts turn to being anxious about nothing and, amidst it all, I try to keep a sane mind. I find myself dwelling on Bible references like Psalms 37 and Proverbs 3:5-6.

What do you admire most about other female leaders? The words that come to mind when I think of describing female leaders are these: strong, courageous, bold, fearless, intelligent, adventurous and risk takers. Why these characteristics? Because we all could use some of these traits and they are very empowering.

What were your most inspirational moments of 2020? Seeing the whole world come together to fight for black equality. The Black Lives Matter movement was a public declaration that everyone mattered. It created a fundamental knowing that a lot more people cared for one another. That message was spirit-lifting and very inspirational. These moments elevated my ethnicity more than ever and encouraged me to achieve even more.

What did you want to be when you grew up? Interior design was my thing when I was growing up. That developed into an interest in architecture.

What is your definition of a Woman of Inspiration? This is a selfless woman. This is a woman who embraces who she is regardless of her circumstance and she can impact and encourage change. She can lift up the discouraged. She can contribute to the successes of others and she can share your pain.