July 15, 2015, a young Nigerian traveled all the way from northern Nigeria to southwestern Nigeria to fulfill his long life dream to study medicine and surgery at the prestigious University of Ibadon. But that dream was shattered. The university rejected him.University said no. No medicine, no surgery, no admission. July 2016, this young man applied with the same vision, the same passion, the same grit, medicine and surgery to University of Abuja.Same story, no admission. But this time he had three options. ...

Hi everyone. My name is Leila Baines and I'm so honored to be here this afternoon and share my stories and share my love of music. So, I'm going to start off with my most recently finished song.I have a lot of unfinished songs, but yeah, this one is all about how we all have a person or even people in our lives that, you know, are better to let go of than to hold on to. So, this one's called Cut These Ties. You still think I've never changed.You still hang on every story you'd paint. I'd follow you into the ...

[applause] I'm 25 years old. I'm sailing a 26 ft boat in water that is at least 2700 ft deep. And I'm making my way back from the Bahamas to Florida after 14 months of sailing.And I've got a narrow weather window because the weather is not predicted to get any better. And I'm trying to make it home. But what can I do.I head off across the Gulf Stream, that river within the ocean that flows between North America and the Bahamas. And for the first eight hours, the sailing is just delicious. Flying fish are sp ...

Laylah Baines is a country/folk singer-songwriter whose solo acoustic performances blend heartfelt storytelling with rich, expressive melodies. Drawing inspiration from her own experiences and the world around her, she guides audiences through intimate emotional landscapes with authenticity and depth. Her original music invites listeners to pause, feel, and connect — one story at a time. At the age of 9, Laylah Baines developed a love for music while attending piano lessons alongside her two older brothers. ...

A number of years ago, I was at a business dinner with about seven other people at a really nice restaurant. We had a few minutes to take a look at the menu and then the server comes around to take our order. Now, if you're anything like me, when you find yourself at a nice restaurant, you want to make sure that you order something good, right.Because a lot of things, they sound good when you read them on a menu, but that doesn't mean that they're actually good. And you don't want to make a mistake and orde ...

Have you ever planned a vacation using an online travel platform. Maybe you wanted to check out what the popular attractions were or book a tour wherever you were going. They can be great tools to help you explore a new city or give you some insight before visiting an unfamiliar country.Historic places are often at the top of these sites. You might see things like castles, old temples, or heritage houses, and these places have always been a favorite of mine when I'm traveling. I was at this old villa in Eur ...

The question is, what are you doing next in your career. And I want to say I don't know, but I do know. And it's a little more complicated than I don't know.It's kind of the corporate version of what do you want to be when you grow up. Or what do you want to major in when you're 17 and can barely choose a show to stream tonight. I don't mind the question at all because I have an answer.It's not that I don't know. It's that I don't know that it's an easy answer because I want to do a lot of things and create ...

Brand Awareness & Marketing - Crimestoppers aimed to increase brand awareness among a younger demographic [1] - A deal was struck with a radio station to advertise Crimestoppers to a younger audience [1] - The radio segment became the station's most popular [1] Content Strategy & Development - The initial goal was to use storytelling to promote Crimestoppers [1] - The success of the radio segment led to exploring longer, more in-depth storytelling opportunities [2] - The motivation behind the storytelling was to give back to the community [2]

Yeah, thank you. So, how can how can we use media to connect rather than to divide. How can media through storytelling strengthen community rather than breaking them.So, these are questions I will be answering my course of explaining my slides to you. So my name is Myi and you've read my bio. So how many of you have seen this weapon before this weapon um is used mostly by mothers whenever we do something wrong. So this weapon which is supposed to be a cleaning tool used to cleaning the house is also a weapo ...

Core Message - The essence of alchemy lies in recognizing and nurturing nascent ideas, transforming them into impactful realities [1][11] - Ideas require a conducive environment and timing to flourish, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in their development [1] - Personal reflection and embracing vulnerability are crucial for self-discovery and shaping one's narrative [1] - Courageous ideas progress through stages of stillness, courage, and connection, highlighting the significance of sharing and resonance [1] Storytelling & Communication - Storytelling is a powerful tool for conveying conviction and fostering connection, surpassing the impact of data-driven presentations [5][3] - Authenticity and confidence in presenting one's narrative can transform challenging situations into opportunities [6][7] - Empathy, when combined with storytelling, can drive significant change and empower individuals [10] - The value of a story lies not in its flawless execution but in the passion and energy it conveys [11] Innovation & Entrepreneurship - Investors prioritize conviction and the underlying story over mere financial projections [5] - Overcoming initial skepticism and persevering with an idea is essential for achieving success [2] - Building bridges and taking risks are necessary for innovation, as the world needs more attempts at crossing boundaries [13][14]