INDIA MILES

From a young age, India Miles immersed herself in self-help books, biographies, and encyclopedias, fueling her determination to excel academically. She spent much of her early years in solitude—journaling, exploring nature, and bonding with animals. She thrived academically and socially, becoming an honor-roll student, a lead violinist, and a cheerleader and standout track athlete, with dreams of attending the University of Virginia on a full scholarship.

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When those dreams were abruptly cut short, India refused to let her circumstances define her. Determined to build a better future, she paid rent to family members, worked two jobs during her senior year, and earned her braider’s license to support herself. She graduated with honors and was accepted to Virginia State University, but due to homelessness between semesters, she was forced to drop out after just one semester. As an emancipated minor, she was ineligible for many financial aid programs available to other students, pushing her into the workforce full-time.

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India’s resilience was tested yet again as she endured the breakdown of her first marriage and financial hardship. She worked tirelessly as a bill collector, eventually moving into management. By nineteen, she purchased her first home —only to face divorce and financial devastation during the recession, all before her twenty-first birthday.

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Determined to rewrite her story, India returned to college and earned an accelerated Bachelor's in Business Management from ECPI University while working full-time. She then founded B.E.S.T., ( Building Economic Stability Together LLC. ) a professional network offering programming, mentorship, and personal and executive image consulting services. Struggling to secure funding and support for her business, she turned to social media, leveraging her growing platform to sustain herself and make a meaningful impact in the lives of underserved students and her community. Through her social media success, speaking engagements at schools and the development of career readiness, professional development, and personal growth programs, she established herself as a leader in empowerment and education.

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Yet, the road wasn’t easy. As a young woman in business, India faced financial and personal hardships, discrimination due to her age and social status, and the emotional toll of rejection, humiliation, and isolation. These struggles led her into a deep period of depression, but in her late twenties, she rededicated her life and business to the Lord. Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, she found renewed purpose, self-publishing Cry But Don't Quit: 9 Steps to Living Your Best Life Now!, a prequel to her forthcoming self-help book, set for release in 2027.

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In 2020, she launched Cry But Don't Quit™, a motivational enterprise providing workshops, coaching programs, and one-on-one mentorship to help women achieve success. Through every challenge, India developed and implemented the Cry But Don’t Quit™ method—a framework built on nine core principles: faith, love, integrity, work ethic, emerging leadership, relationship building, prayer and devotion, image, and courage. These principles transformed her life, and she has since dedicated herself to helping other women overcome their own struggles and step boldly into their purpose.

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Today, India Miles is a highly sought-after motivational speaker and success coach, and a living testament to the power of perseverance and faith. Through Cry But Don’t Quit™, she empowers women to navigate life’s toughest moments with grace and determination, reminding them that no matter how hard the journey may be—cry if you must, but never quit. For your best life.

Let’s Work Together

Looking to collaborate on an event, explore sponsorship opportunities, or inquire about coaching? Contact India for all business inquiries using the form below or email crybutdontquit@gmail.com.