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Storytelling & Content Creation - The speaker positions themselves as a storyteller, not necessarily the "best" or someone who has life figured out, but one who shares stories about people's mistakes, love lives, and lies [1][2] - The speaker emphasizes the power of rewriting one's own story, turning broken pieces into art, and changing the game [16][17] Personal Anecdote & Reflection - The speaker shares a childhood memory of sneaking ice cream, breaking a bowl, and the resulting scolding, which led to the belief that mistakes mean punishment [3][4][5][6][7][8] - The speaker reflects on how schools often punish mistakes and prioritize rote memorization over practical skills and emotional intelligence [8][9][10][11][12][13] Social Commentary & Critique - The speaker critiques the lack of comprehensive sex education, leading to reliance on pornography and potentially harmful behaviors [13][14][15] - The speaker highlights the pressure to hide emotions, traumas, and questions, and the tendency to seek advice from peers who may not be experts [9][10][13][14] Empowerment & Resilience - The speaker encourages listeners to define themselves by their choices, not their past or struggles, and to pursue success and fame [16][17]

[Music] [Applause] So, there's something to be said about the power of storytelling. It's unique to humans because it can motivate, inspire, seduce, and even cause anger. But today, I want to talk about a little different part of storytelling. the importance of controlling one's narrative because in many ways this can dictate the outcome for a community. So 15 years ago, I had hair. Then I got involved in politics. And one of the things I learned during the process is it's not just about your brand, but als ...

I want you to think of a period in your life when you failed to live up to someone's expectation. It could be your family member, your friend, or anyone else. Now, I want you to hold this thought and we'll come back to that later.For me, that memory still continues to spin around in my head to this day. My father had a serious addiction to alcohol until he was diagnosed with diabetes. And religion was the only salvation that made him stop.From that day on, it became an integral part of our family. But no ma ...

Storytelling & Impact - Stories are 22 times more memorable than facts or statistics, serving as tools for connection, memory, and learning [1] - Every story matters, even the smallest ones, as they can create the biggest change [11] - Sharing stories can change someone's tomorrow [13][15] Personal Growth & Resilience - Hardships are gifts that provide strength, empathy, and direction [10] - One cannot change their story but can reframe how they tell it [10] - Barriers can become bridges, and one's culture and background can be superpowers [12] Empowerment & Authenticity - The world needs individuals to shine and be bold, not to shrink [14] - Sharing one's story helps others find theirs [14] - Instead of trying to fit in, one needs to stand out [13] Lessons Learned - Feel your story, learn from it, and lift from it to inspire others [11][12] - When life flips you, flip it back by feeling it, lifting it, and powering on [12]

Tutta questa storia comincia con un errore, ma forse tutte le storie iniziano con un errore, perché se non ci fosse un malfunzionamento, una anomalia nel sistema, niente si muoverebbe. E le storie sono movimento. Una storia proprio come un treno a un certo punto deve partire e questa storia inizia proprio con un treno o con un furgone, cambia poco. Quello che conta è che questo mezzo trasporta libri destinati ad una piccola libreria indipendente di una città di provincia affacciata sul mare. E in questa ste ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue declined 5% to $1.3 billion, slightly better than the outlook shared in August [30] - Gross margin declined 250 basis points year-over-year to 47.3%, primarily due to supply chain headwinds and unfavorable channel mix [33] - Adjusted operating income was $53 million, outperforming expectations [36] - Reported diluted loss per share was $0.04, with adjusted diluted earnings per share also at $0.04 [36] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America revenue decreased 8%, primarily due to a decline in full-price wholesale and lower e-commerce sales [31] - EMEA revenue increased 12%, driven by full-price wholesale and strong growth in the DTC channel [31] - APAC revenue declined 14%, mainly driven by the wholesale business [31] - Apparel revenue declined 1%, while footwear revenue declined 16% due to challenging consumer demand [32] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Latin America revenue increased 15%, with strong growth across wholesale and DTC [31] - Direct-to-consumer revenue declined 2%, primarily due to an 8% decrease in e-commerce sales [32] - Licensing revenues increased 17%, driven by strength in the international business [32] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on a turnaround strategy that emphasizes product innovation, storytelling, and brand positioning [7][28] - A streamlined assortment strategy has been implemented, cutting 25% of SKUs to enhance focus on key products [9] - The company aims to build on successful franchises and return to growth in upcoming seasons [10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the brand's potential and the importance of storytelling to connect with consumers [26][49] - The company anticipates a decline in full-year revenue of 4-5% for fiscal 2026, with expectations for stabilization in North America by fiscal 2027 [37][39] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining high standards and building trust through performance [7] Other Important Information - A leadership transition is underway, with Reza Taghavi set to join as CFO in February 2026 [5] - The company is addressing structural challenges in APAC and aims to stabilize the business for growth in fiscal 2027 [24][25] Q&A Session Summary Question: What makes you confident that North America will see stabilization before the end of fiscal 2027? - Stabilization means getting the business to a healthy version, with a focus on structural elements, product elevation, and storytelling opportunities [44][45] Question: Can you elaborate on NeoLast and its significance? - NeoLast is a sustainable fiber that replaces Lycra, showcasing innovation in upcoming products [51][52] Question: What is being done to enhance the marketing voice for track and field? - The company is leveraging partnerships and focusing on authentic storytelling to enhance its presence in the running category [54][58] Question: Can you discuss the footwear business challenges? - The company is committed to footwear and is transitioning to a strategy that emphasizes aspiration and innovation rather than relying solely on brand heat [63]

Silence has a sound. It's the kind that sits in your chest when the snow starts falling heavy and the sun disappears for days. Right.You learn that connection isn't optional. It's survival. And in that silence, stories become a lifeline.A good story can melt the distance between people. It can pull neighbors out of isolation and remind us that even in the coldest places, we still belong together. In Alaska, storytelling isn't how we just isn't how we pass the time.It's how we stayed connected, how we felt t ...

What a beautiful day. I'm so excited to share you know the thing which I'm really passionate about which I have been doing from last 10 years the videos. Okay.So most of the uh talks start with a question. So why not mine. So raise your hands if you have ever tried to explain something but people just don't get it.Like yeah I see so many hands. Great. Awesome.Now keep them up. Keep them up. If you thought what if I could just show them instead of telling it.Right. Perfect. Now oh my gosh this already came.O ...

Storytelling & Cultural Identity - The African culture is deeply rooted in storytelling, songs, dances, and chants, serving as a means to pass down traditions to younger generations [1][2][3] - There's a call to prioritize telling authentic African stories, showcasing values, and distinguishing cultural nuances like the difference between a "walk" and a "march" [4] - The industry recognizes a historical bias where "white" is often associated with angelic qualities and "black" with demonic ones, influencing choices even in clothing [5][6] - The speaker expresses frustration with the misrepresentation of African culture and names in scripts, advocating for accurate and respectful portrayals [7] Media & Representation - The industry is urged to reclaim its voice and tell its own stories, moving beyond stereotypical representations [8][15] - Social media is acknowledged as a powerful tool that has transformed how products are marketed and how talent is recognized, presenting an opportunity to share authentic narratives [8][9] - The speaker advocates for using social media to tell African stories, starting immediately by capturing and sharing images and narratives [10] - Storytelling should follow a structure with introduction, build-up, complication, climax, and resolution, while also embracing the collaborative and responsive nature of African storytelling [10][11][12][13][14] Cultural Preservation & Future - The speaker emphasizes the importance of remembering roots and traditions, as exemplified by the desire to evoke memories of home through storytelling [14] - There's a need to showcase the strength, trials, battles, and victories of Africa, moving away from depictions of weakness and poverty [18] - The speaker highlights how elements of African culture have been adopted and celebrated by others (like Hollywood), urging the industry to tell its own stories to the world [17][18]