A reflective piece on redefining success beyond achievement, exploring how alignment and personal fulfillment matter as much as accomplishments, and the courage required to question your life's direction.
Her Story
About Brittany
Brittany Russell is the founder of Elle Three Coaching LLC, a certified health and 2x certified life coach, speaker, event host and emcee, co-author, and beauty educator based in Atlanta, Georgia. A longtime advocate for women’s empowerment, she helps accomplished women strengthen their relationships with themselves, rebuild confidence and self-trust, prioritize well-being, and make intentional choices that align with their goals and values.
Brittany earned a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Logistics from the University of North Texas in 2013 and went on to build a career spanning more than 12 years in corporate aviation. Her professional experience spans operations, sales, maintenance planning, supply chain & logistics, organizational effectiveness, and employee wellness, including roles with Delta Air Lines, Boeing Distribution Services, and Aviall, a Boeing company. Her commitment to empowering women also shaped her aviation career, where she served in board leadership roles with local chapters of Women in Aviation.
She founded Elle Three Coaching in 2023, developed her coaching practice in 2024, and transitioned to entrepreneurship following a layoff in May 2025. Drawing on her personal experiences with burnout, grief, heartbreak, and career transitions, Brittany offers coaching, speaking engagements, and workshops that encourage personal growth and resilience. As an event host and emcee, she brings people together and creates engaging experiences that encourage connection and celebration. Across her work, she helps women recognize their strengths, embrace change, and build fulfilling lives.
A certified makeup artist since 2017, Brittany brings her background in beauty education into her wellness work. She created the Everyday Glow Workshop, an interactive experience combining wellness, self-reflection, skincare education, and makeup artistry. The workshop helps women develop practical beauty skills while making time to care for and reconnect with themselves.
Brittany is also a contributing co-author to Life Checkmark, an anthology by John Emery featuring stories of resilience, healing, and transformation. Beyond her individual ventures, she is the co-founder of a women’s business mastermind in Atlanta that supports female entrepreneurs through connection, collaboration, sisterhood, and shared learning. As a member of the Atlanta Black Chambers, she has opportunities to connect with fellow business owners, build relationships, and engage with Atlanta’s business community.
She also explores artificial intelligence to develop business strategies, streamline workflows, and improve client experiences. As she expands her entrepreneurial interests, she is pursuing her Georgia real estate license with plans to enter the field in 2026.
Brittany attributes her success to her faith, passion, self-belief, and drive to achieve. Her personal and professional decisions are grounded in her core values of faith, growth, courage, integrity, and love. She finds joy in championing other women, celebrating their successes, and encouraging them to believe in themselves and pursue their goals. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, working out, traveling, attending live music events, and spending quality time with her family and friends. Guided by her faith and commitment to continuous growth, Brittany continues to expand her entrepreneurial interests while helping women move forward with confidence and authenticity.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Brittany
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my faith, passion, and belief in myself. I am a high achiever who is driven to pursue my goals and turn my aspirations into reality. My determination and confidence motivate me to take action, overcome challenges, and accomplish the things I set out to do.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to never automatically accept the first offer presented to you. Learn to negotiate, recognize your worth, and advocate for yourself. I also believe in following your dreams and ensuring that your choices align with your purpose and aspirations. Sometimes, success requires taking risks, stepping outside your comfort zone, and taking a leap of faith.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the industry is to believe in yourself, know who you are, and stay grounded in your values. Recognize your strengths, understand what you bring to the table, and be intentional about how you present yourself. Even when you don't feel 100% ready, have the courage to step into new opportunities and carry yourself with confidence. Look the part, communicate professionally, and, most importantly, know your stuff. Be prepared, be courageous, and never underestimate the power of believing in your own abilities.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field is overcoming imposter syndrome and learning to trust my own abilities. At the same time, there are incredible opportunities to embrace creativity without limits, think independently, and bring new ideas to life. Being in a position where I can make my own decisions, take ownership of my vision, and shape my own future is empowering. Ultimately, I believe the greatest opportunity is having the freedom to define success on my own terms and take charge of my own destiny.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that matter most to me in both my work and personal life are faith, wealth, courage, integrity, and love. My faith keeps me grounded, while courage empowers me to take risks and pursue my goals. I value integrity in every decision I make and believe love is essential to building meaningful relationships. I also value wealth as a means of creating opportunities, achieving financial freedom, and building a lasting legacy.
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Articles by Brittany
The Courage to Redefine Success
Redefining Success: Finding Fulfillment Beyond Achievement
We're often taught to measure success by what we accomplish: the titles we earn, the money we make, the milestones we reach, and how much we can manage along the way. But here's something I've come to understand: You can be successful at what you do and still feel disconnected from the life you're living.
I spent 12 years building a career in corporate aviation. I gained invaluable experience, built meaningful relationships, and accomplished things I'm incredibly proud of. But through seasons of burnout, personal loss, and unexpected transitions, I began questioning something I'd rarely stopped to consider: Was I building a life that genuinely fulfilled me, or was I simply becoming really good at meeting expectations?
That's not always an easy question to answer, especially when you've spent years being the dependable one, the ambitious one, or the woman who always figures it out.
What I've learned is that success isn't just about achievement. It's also about alignment. It's having the courage to recognize when your priorities have changed, when something no longer fits, or when you're being called to grow in a direction you hadn't anticipated. And sometimes, that means being willing to become a beginner again.
Today, as I continue building businesses and exploring new opportunities, I'm learning that I don't have to choose between ambition and personal fulfillment. I can pursue both, but I have to be intentional about how I define them.
So here's my encouragement to the woman who's accomplished so much but quietly wonders if there's more: Don't be afraid to question the definition of success you've been living by. You have every right to create one that reflects the woman you're becoming.
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