I Failed, I Fell, and Then I Laughed | Evelyn Hutani | TEDxUniversitas Ciputra Surabaya

Content Creation & Career Development - The speaker shares her journey as a content creator, including being fired from a company after 3 months due to low video views [1] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of accepting failures, identifying mistakes, and taking action to improve, such as upgrading equipment and attending training [1] - Building positive habits like scripting and scheduling content is crucial for consistent improvement, even without immediate results [2] - The speaker highlights that the essence of content creation is not just virality but creating content that brings value and positively impacts viewers [2] - The speaker stresses the importance of self-worth and not relying solely on external validation for confidence [2] Workplace Success - The speaker advises to "work smarter, not harder," cautioning against blindly accepting social media standards for salary expectations [3] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of professionalism and good manners in the workplace, regardless of personal feelings or toxic environments [3][4] - Building a strong network is crucial for career opportunities, especially during times of layoffs [6][7] - Adaptability and a willingness to work in less-than-ideal conditions are essential for survival in a fluctuating industry like entertainment [9] - The speaker warns that the path to success may involve losing people along the way, including facing betrayal from those who were once supportive [10]