Podcast Summary
From shy to confident: Embracing passions and using technology to broaden horizons: Shyness doesn't define potential or ability to succeed. Embrace passions, find ways to express them, and use technology to broaden horizons.
Shyness doesn't define a person's potential or ability to succeed. The person you meet today might not resemble the shy person they once were. This transformation isn't exclusive to any individual, especially women. We're not born shy; our environment shapes us. However, having a shy disposition doesn't mean suppressing the fire in your belly and the passion that drives you. When you have a burning desire, you must find ways to express it. I remember holding my first conference in my early twenties, with over 500 sales ambassadors, at the Grand Hotel in Brighton. Despite being shy, I couldn't keep my passion contained. This experience, and many others, helped me grow from a sheltered individual to the confident person I am today. Moreover, technology, such as the new Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra with Galaxy AI and its advanced Zoom feature, can help us explore the world and connect with others, even when we feel shy or hesitant. So, embrace your passions, find ways to express them, and use technology to broaden your horizons.
Courage as a catalyst for personal growth: Sharing a passion and courage can lead to personal growth and success, expanding comfort zones and building confidence over time.
Sharing your passion and courage can lead to personal growth and success, even if it initially feels terrifying. The speaker, who was nervous about giving a presentation due to lack of experience, found that once they started speaking about something they cared deeply about, their fear subsided and they were able to gain confidence. Courage, in this sense, can be seen as a catalyst for expanding one's comfort zone and achieving great things. By stepping outside of our comfort zones, we create evidence for ourselves that we are capable of more than we may believe, and this evidence builds confidence over time. So, if you have a passion and the courage to share it, don't let fear hold you back - great things may just happen as a result.