For the past almost three years I have helped young entrepreneurs start their businesses. I've listened to their ideas, helped them craft strong business plans and watched with excitement (and some pride I have to admit) as they launch their offerings into the world and create their first sales. I love it!
Read MoreThere are two types of entrepreneurs in this world - those that think of the ideas, and those that implement them.
Read MoreWhen did the standard response to the question of 'how are you?' change from 'I'm good' to 'I'm so busy!'? Probably around the same time that the phrase 'the hustle is real' was coined and talking about burnout became mainstream.
Read MoreHumans are social beings. It's been proven time and time again that we are hardwired for connection. And yet I think there is an inherent power in being alone.
Read MoreI've always leaned into opportunities. I've someone who always say YES to invitations that come my way and work hard to open doors for myself and those around me.
Read MoreIn the work that I do, I talk to entrepreneurs daily. I listen to their pitches, advise them on financial projections and work with them to improve their business plans. But the entrepreneurs I enjoy working with the most are those who take initiative.
Read MoreI've just sat down to reflect after a whirlwind 4 days attending the Women Deliver 2019 conference on Power. Progress. Change. in Vancouver.
Read MoreWhen I speak of diversity, I'm not talking about quotas, gender equality or parity in the boardroom - although I may get to that - but to start off this conversation, I'm talking about the simple human need for diversity and difference in everyday life.
Read MoreLeaving the safety of a comfort zone scares most people. It's unpredictable, confronting and uncomfortable. It's human nature to avoid conflict and bask in the comfort of the familiar and the known.
Read MoreWhile it's evident that gender barriers do exist across Southeast Asia, the women we've been speaking with don't let these barriers inhibit their success in anyway. Instead, women rise above.
Read MoreLife doesn't always go according to plan and the uncertainty that comes with life's challenges can often be crippling. If you let it be. Many things in life are uncertain.
Read MoreFor women especially, confidence is directly linked to performance. When a woman lacks confidence, she shrinks into the corner, her ideas are not heard and she feels inept. On the other hand, when she's confident and certain in her abilities, the world is her oyster.
Read MoreFor a baby at birth, immediate life ahead is a pre-determined journey. They are too young to know yet how the confines of gender, race, geography, religion, culture and the colour of their skin, will play a part in defining the rest of their future.
Read MoreThis week I got some amazing news!The young woman that I mentor has been accepted into a prestigious university conference at Harvard next year and she is very excited to attend.
Read MoreThis word has left a bad taste in my mouth for some time now. I have limited my use of it purposely - only using it in circumstances in which I felt it added a certain gravitas to my words...
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