unfollow me. No, seriously. Don't like, don't comment, don't share.I really don't care if this speech goes viral because for most of my life I did. I cared about every like, every nod, every digital heart or thumbs up that told me I mattered until I lost the job that gave me my title. And when that title disappeared, so did my sense of worth.That's when I stopped performing and started listening. Now, what I heard, it wasn't pretty. It was quiet. It was uncomfortable. It was me.That's when I began living by ...

Overcoming Stereotypes in the Entertainment Industry - The speaker shares personal experiences of facing stereotypes in the Nollywood film industry due to her background [3][4] - The speaker initially tried to hide her identity to avoid negative judgment but later embraced her authenticity [4][7] - The speaker highlights the importance of self-belief and not letting others' perceptions define one's potential [9][25] Personal Growth and Development - The speaker emphasizes the need for continuous self-improvement and expanding one's knowledge and skills [12][14] - The speaker encourages individuals to flip negative narratives and use stereotypes to their advantage [11][17] - The speaker stresses the importance of patience, perseverance, and maintaining integrity in the pursuit of success [18][21] Identity and Authenticity - The speaker advocates for embracing one's unique identity and background rather than trying to conform to societal expectations [8][13] - The speaker warns against losing one's authenticity in the pursuit of success, as it is not sustainable [14] - The speaker encourages individuals to define themselves through their actions and abilities, not through others' perspectives [25]

If no one was watching, what would you be doing right now. Maybe some of you thought, I'd be playing a video game or I'd be watching Netflix right now. Or maybe you thought, I'd be taking a nap right now.That's totally fine. Sometimes our escapes are what makes us human. But let's dig deeper.If you put aside habits, distractions, expectations, what is something you would pursue just because it excites you. When Billy Isish first entered the music industry, she was just a teenager. Everyone expected her to f ...

This is just a pen. It's not smart. It doesn't come with Bluetooth. It doesn't even click properly anymore. I found it at the back with dusty cupboard at school. probably left by some student from 2019 who gave up during a physics test and walked out. If the physics test look like that, you know you're cooked. Most people wouldn't give it a second glance, but I did. Not because it looks special, but because it started doing something weird. It started talking to me. Don't worry, I haven't completely lost it ...

Generational Trends & Leadership - Generation Z redefines success through authenticity, community, and personal growth, not traditional titles and hierarchies [1] - Young people find inspiration in leaders they feel close to, with motivation stemming from example rather than coercion [1] - Success today means staying true to oneself and inspiring others through daily actions, rather than being the loudest [1] Digital Communication & Marketing - The subject is a visionary in digital communication and a pioneer of short video content strategy in the region [1] - Their innovative approach and methods are successfully applied across different generations and markets [1] - The subject founded an agency with over 100 creatives focused on developing authentic and high-quality campaigns with brands [1]

Key Takeaways on Risk-Taking and Social Entrepreneurship - Social entrepreneurship involves taking risks [1] - Taking risks can define one's journey [3] - It's crucial to find time to figure out what one wants to do in life [4] Footsteps Organization Impact - Footsteps has helped almost 1 million people graduate from extreme poverty [2] - The Thrishna water project ensures safe water for over 400,000 people daily across Bangladesh through 300+ systems [8] - A World Bank project to set up drinking water facilities for waste workers led to cleaning up a 2-kilometer canal in 72 hours [9][11] Qualities for Successful Risk-Taking - Courage and determination are essential for success when taking risks [12] - Stubbornness to stick by the risk is crucial; giving up leads to failure [13] - Not accepting failure and embracing trial and error can lead to success [13]

Okay, hands up if you've ever said yes to an invitation and then immediately pray for a snowstorm to cancel it so you wouldn't have to go. We've all heard the advice, set boundaries, say no more often. No to overcommitting to work that doesn't fit our lifestyle to the people pleasing that drains us.But there's one thing you can say no to that makes the biggest positive impact on your well-being. And yet most people are not saying no to this. It's the no that adds the most joy. The no that creates the deepes ...

Workplace Culture - Workers are not fully expressing their true selves at work [1] - The report explores the reasons behind this "authenticity crisis" [1] - The report focuses on creating safer workplace cultures [1]

[Applause] What if I told you that you've been wearing a mask every single day of your life. Not a real one, not something you can touch or take off, but a mask made of how you speak, how you act, and how you want others to see you. We all wear them when we laugh at a joke we don't find funny.When we stay quiet just to avoid an argument. when we pretend we're fine because it's easier than explaining that we're not. Most of the time, we don't even notice we're doing it.But these masks, the ones we wear to fi ...

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