Redefining Success - Traditional societal norms equate success with financial wealth, measured in "dollars and cents," leading to potential anxiety and depression if not achieved [1] - The company advocates for a new success equation: Success = Purpose + Perseverance * Failure, where failure is redefined as learning [2][5][13] - Purpose is defined as personal fulfillment, contentment, or impact, driving daily actions and defining individual success [2][3] The Role of Failure - Failure is essential for growth, innovation, and business pivots, fostering a culture where mistakes are learning opportunities [1][8][13] - Embracing failure leads to catalytic growth, unlocking innovation, and enabling employees to dare to do amazing things [1] - The company used to celebrate failures to encourage continuous improvement and risk-taking [9] Business Strategy and Mindset - Even if the outcome of a business cannot be controlled, the contribution to the process can be, emphasizing commitment and hard work [7] - Surrounding oneself with great people fosters growth, learning, and an environment conducive to success [8] - Authenticity and transparency in sharing failures create camaraderie and encouragement within the company [10][11]

I was thrilled at the same time nervous. And one advice my mentor gave it to me. Presence over perfection. Presence over performance.That is what I'm going to present you. And I want you to experience the same my presence. Have you ever had something important to say, a great idea, a hidden truth, but you felt a hand clamp over your mouth.You wanted to speak, but couldn't speak, but you stayed quiet. Not because you didn't had anything to say. But there was a deep inner voice that whispered, "Don't say anyt ...

Whatever I speak in the next 7 8 10 minutes, first of all, let me tell you that that is not a prescription. It's a description. It is not the perfect answer to all your questions. The perfect answer is you.Whatever I say or whatever I speak is not the only way that will work or that will not work. It's a reflection, a reminder, a guide. I am not giving you any solution. The solution is you.As Bhagat Gita says, you have the right to act but not to the fruits of action. So start acting. Focus on doing and not ...

Purpose is profoundly personal. While it can provide a powerful motivating force, finding the clarity of purpose can take time and arrive in unexpected ways. What do you want to be.That question posed by my fifth grade elementary school teacher was unexpected but created excitement. Most of the answers from my classmates were reflected professions that they were familiar with. Firefighter, teacher, lawyer.As a newly arrived immigrant son of Haitian and Dominican immigrants, my focus was on simply learning E ...

[Music] I would love to send a message. This a question for you to keep by the side. Then we'll answer it at the end of my session.What is your purpose. What drives you. Imagine communities where access to basic health is a luxury, not a right.Imagine pregnant women relying on traditional practices and knowledge because they don't have access to a medical person nearby. Let's imagine a world where kids missing school due to preventable illnesses. That was my reality.not as a nurse but as a witness to storie ...

[Music] The beauty of a broken path. They say life is a journey. A path we're meant to follow. But let's be honest, most of us aren't strolling down some perfectly lit road with gentle music playing in the background. In reality, most of us are barely barely crawling down this gravel path with lightning and thunderstorms in the back and just a tiny sign by the side of the road that says, "Good luck. You're on your own. " My path, my journey, it hasn't been an easy one. I've stumbled. I've slipped. And I've ...

Decisions, decisions everywhere. We need to take decisions. Four years ago, I did it.After years working in investment banking, private equity and venture capital, I became the captain of my own career, focusing on my consultancy and investment firm. So, have you ever stood at this crossroad in your life where you know the next step will redefine everything. What I'm talking about today isn't about rejecting traditional paths.It's quite the opposite. It is about encouraging and combining what you really str ...

In this witty and unexpectedly profound talk, the speaker reflects on how the animated Bee Movie sparked a deeper understanding of purpose, identity, and advocacy. What begins as a humorous take on a pop-culture phenomenon evolves into a meaningful exploration of finding one's voice, standing up for what matters, and challenging societal norms. Drawing parallels between the film’s quirky storyline and real-world issues like environmental sustainability and personal growth, the speaker invites the audience t ...

[Music] This flame represents the spark of inspiration. Inspiration doesn't come from an outside source. It begins with you.Inspiration begins as a quiet thought, a feeling, or an idea that stirs something inside you. And that spark would only grow and light up when you find your flame and light the flames of others. In order to find your flame, you need to find your purpose.You might ask, "How would I do that?" Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala said, "Your purpose is deeply connected to who you are. You must first ...

There are moments which mark your life. Moments when you realize nothing will ever be the same. And time is divided into two parts.Before this and after this. Sometimes you can feel such a moment coming. And that's the test.Or so I tell myself. I tell myself that at times like that, strong people keep moving forward anyway, no matter what they're going to find. Hi, I've been told that there's a handful of you here who were told that I was going to be giving a speech about the most expensive haircut I ever r ...