Girl in Motion NZ

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Girl in Motion NZ

Business & Life Coach 🌸
English & Spanish coaching for migrant women living in New Zealand 🇳🇿🇦🇷

19/12/2025

…you guessed it. I did it anyway.

The thing is, they didn’t just doubt my English…they doubted ME.

And (unfortunately) I know this experience is not limited to me. As migrants, we’ve heard it all before…
👉🏻’Do you have experience working in NZ?’
👉🏻’Do you have any local references’
👉🏻 ‘We’re looking for a native speaker.’

But, like the comment I received from my former boss, we have to keep going anyway. Despite what they may say.

In my case, I made a plan, I built a portfolio, and I pitched myself. A few years later, I was able to quit my job to become a full-time writer. And not just a full-time writer, I eventually built a thriving copywriting business with global clients and a team of writers working for me.

Not bad for someone who was ‘never’ going to become a writer 😆

Was I fuelled by proving her wrong? Well, maybe a little 😉 But mostly, I was fueled by the belief that our stories don’t end when someone else’s vision stops. We can dream bigger than what other people dream for us (and we should!). Our limit is not defined by someone’s idea of what a migrant woman can and can’t do.

You have the power to take the reins and write your own story, no matter where you were born, what your language is or what your past looks like.

Start small, but start anyway. You got this 💪

Have you had a similar experience? Share it in the comments 👇

13/12/2025

When the organisers from Latinas por Oceania invited me to speak at their business expo, my first instinct was to say “No.” The reason? The classic working mum struggle: I didn’t have anyone to look after my kids.

But I realised that if I waited for the “perfect” setup, I’d be acting against everything I believe in. I embrace imperfect action; I build the path as I walk it.

So I replied with an idea: What if we use this exact struggle as the inspiration for my talk? What if we reflect on what it really looks like to be a business owner, a migrant, and a mum?

And I didn’t just talk about it—I lived it. I brought the kids. They sat there, they watched, and they saw their mum taking up space.

And what they saw matters.

✨ They saw their mum doing work she loves.
✨ They saw their mum giving back to the community.
✨ They saw their mum being honest, imperfect, and human—and still being strong.

My kids will grow up in a world where the women around them are entrepreneurs who work, create, and contribute. And that example is worth more than anything else I could give them.

So when you feel guilty for chasing your dream as a mum entrepreneur, or think you “should” be doing something else, remember this: You are doing the most important work there is.

You are living life on your own terms. And you are teaching your children that they can too 💪🏻🤩

So, no babysitter? No “perfect” setup? Do it anyway. ✨

Thanks for giving me the space to share my story 🌸🩷

28/11/2025

I know taking up space as a migrant entrepreneur in a new country, without the safety net you had back home, can feel really scary. Showing up for yourself is powerful, but showing up alone isn’t always easy.

That’s why I started Corazones Emprendedores, a community of Latina Entrepreneurs living in New Zealand.

Being part of this group, you won’t be alone. You’ll find women who understand your journey, who lift you up when courage wobbles, and who listen when you speak—with respect for your accent and your ideas.

This photo is from our Christmas get-together, a wonderful moment of connection and celebration for our community. There is SO much power, talent and courage within this group of women 🔥

Next year, we’re excited to grow our impact by joining forces with other communities, building bridges, and working together to create more opportunities for all migrant and refugee women in New Zealand.

Watch this space! ☺️👀

Comment ‘🩷’ if you’re a bold migrant woman entrepreneur ready to uplift and cheer on each other! ✨

19/11/2025

Just got back after spending some time in Japan with the boys, and I keep coming back to this thought: what does it mean to raise children who don’t just tolerate difference, but celebrate it? ✨

Because that’s what I’m building with Girl In Motion. Not a business that fits migrant women into existing moulds, but a space that celebrates what makes us different. Our accents. Our stories. Our ways of seeing the world.

In Japan, my kids experienced what it feels like to be surrounded by a culture that isn’t theirs. To eat food that tastes unfamiliar. To hear a language they don’t understand. To see that the way we do things at home isn’t the only way.

And that’s the perspective I want them to grow up with. That difference isn’t something to fear or fix. It’s something to learn from.

When I coach migrant women, I don’t ask them to hide their culture. I ask them to bring it forward. To let it shape their brand, their voice, their offers. Because that’s where the magic is.

Your culture isn’t a barrier to success. It’s your competitive edge. It’s what makes you memorable. It’s what your people are looking for.

So to every woman building a business while carrying the richness of two cultures: don’t dim that. Lead with it. Your difference is your strength. 💪🏻✨

21/10/2025

Welcome to my corner of Instagran, I am Nat 👋💛

I’m a social entrepreneur and migrant woman in New Zealand, here to show that our stories don’t have to follow the expected script. I work with women from migrant and refugee backgrounds who are ready to dream boldly, build businesses with purpose, and create their own paths forward 💃

Here, I share practical tips, inspiration, and reflections from my journey as a migrant woman, entrepreneur, and mum living in New Zealand.

✨ If you believe in meaningful change or crave a community that lifts you up — let’s connect! Send me a DM and tell me about you 🤗

07/10/2025

Wrapped up the Women’s Mentoring Program at Auckland Uni’s Business School last night, and honestly, my heart is so full 💛

We got to hear from the amazing Leonie Freeman, Chief Executive at Property Council NZ and the brains behind NZ’s first property website back in the ’90s. She’s proof that big dreams and a bit of courage can really shake things up, even if you’re the only woman in the room.

Here are some highlights from her talk:

✨Notice your self-talk—a lot of us (especially as women) find ourselves wondering, “Is it me?” when things get hard.

✨Only you get to decide what you’re capable of, not anyone else.

✨It’s easy to assume the pros have it all figured out. Turns out nobody does! Trust yourself and your direction.

✨Come back to your purpose—it’s what gives you the energy to keep going on the tough days.

I also got to chat with the incredible Cecilia Tarrant, the University of Auckland’s first female Chancellor, investor, and champion of women’s rights. Cecilia is such a true legend, who’s made an incredible impact for women in New Zealand, yet she is so humble and warm.

But most importantly, I got to reflect and celebrate the year alongside my wonderful mentee Harishna. What a privilege to be a part of her journey. Grateful to help the next generation of women as they continue fighting the fight for gender equality 🌸🩷

29/09/2025

Last week I had the pleasure of attending a gala dinner hosted by , celebrating 10 years of the Champions for Change initiative, advancing diversity and inclusion in Aotearoa’s leadership.

Some reflections from the night which resonated deeply with the work I do with Girl in Motion:
✨ Championing change requires courage.
✨ Leadership is rarely easy, but the work we do shapes the New Zealand we all want to see.
✨From small beginnings, great things grow.
✨Diversity isn’t just a value—it’s good business.
✨Having difficult conversations takes courage, yet it’s the only way to create the future we want to see.

The highlight was connecting with like-minded individuals doing their part to make New Zealand a better place for all of us and the future generations 💪🏻✨🌸

In this photo I am with Laina Raveendran Greene, CEO of , and Nimeesha Odedra, co-founder of .

Moments like this remind me that I’m not walking this path alone. There are so many of us who believe in building a more inclusive Aotearoa, and it’s in working together where the real power lies 🇳🇿💪🏻✨

07/09/2025

This post is for every migrant woman facing the challenges most people born here never see.

You don’t need perfect English.
You don’t need thousands in the bank.
You don’t need a massive network.

You just need YOU. Your skills, your experience, your action.

Remember, there is an incredible community of migrant women ready to cheer you on. We know what it’s like to start over, to feel out of place, and to hustle for every step forward. We’ve got your back, always.

What struggles have you faced as a migrant woman in business? Share it with us in the comments 👇

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東京都墨田区押上一丁目1番13号
Sumida-ku, Tokyo
131-0045

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http://www.girlinmotion.co/

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