A note from Maryam 💕 

Just yesterday it was cherry picking season, and now we’ve already passed apple picking season. The year really flew by — and somehow, we’ve landed in the months of pumpkin spice, cozy layers, and quiet reflection.

This is the season when everything slows down just enough to make you look back and ask, “What did I do for my brand this year?” Did you invest in your visibility? Did you talk about your wins? Did you share your story or collaborate with people who truly align with your mission?

November and December always bring a mix of momentum and meaning. It’s award szn, campaign wrap-up szn and reflection szn all rolled into one. It’s when brands celebrate milestones, push out final stories, and start mapping out what’s next — but it’s also a time to pause and recognize how far you’ve come.

As the year winds down and you start planning your 2026 marketing budget, make sure visibility has a place in it. Whether you’re a thought leader, a brand owner, or a business finding its rhythm, visibility is what turns hard work into opportunity.

NEW CLIENT ANNOUNCEMENT!

Mode Luxury by Aisha

We’re excited to welcome Mode Luxury by Aisha, a UAE-based bespoke fashion house that celebrates individuality, elegance, and craftsmanship, a brand that sits closely to my heart 💫

From timeless silhouettes to modern glamour, every Mode piece is designed to tell a story, one that reflects confidence, culture, and creativity.

We’re kicking off influencer activations across Nigeria, Dubai, the UK, US and Canada, bringing Mode’s signature luxury to audiences around the world.

👗 Want to be part of the campaign? Slide into our Hustle House DM or fill the Influencer form here — we’re curating our influencer list now!

Throwback: Brunch, Paint & Connect! 🎨

We’re still thinking about the energy at Brunch, Paint & Connect with our friends from My Creative Break!
From Kayana Rich’s wellness talk to our painter Franzi, It was an afternoon of creativity, laughter, with those classic icebreaker games that everyone loves!
Huge love to the My Creative Break team and The Pilot for co-hosting this experience and stay tuned for more Hustle House community events 💜

Editorial request: HerSide Magazine

If you’re a woman doing something bold, creative, or meaningful HerSide wants to hear from you. 💫

HerSide Magazine is calling for incredible women across Canada who are shaping their communities, careers, and culture in their own way. From founders and storytellers to changemakers and dreamers, your story deserves a spotlight.

✨ If you’d like to be featured, reach out to [email protected] with a quick note about who you are and what you’re working on. The team will get back to you!

🧠 3 PR Things To Do Before 2026

• Lock in your story angles. Editors are finalizing their holiday and New Year features now. Don’t miss those last-minute opportunities.

• Show up on LinkedIn. Share your wins, lessons, and milestones. Visibility grows from consistency, not noise.

• Plan your Q1 strategy early. The brands that start planning in November lead the headlines by February

  📩 Reach out at [email protected] or connect with me on LinkedIn and let’s make it happen!