🚀 **Reflecting on an incredible 2023 🚀**
🌧 Experiencing a layoff was undeniably tough; it transcended beyond a blow to the ego to genuine heartache. Having invested my heart and soul into building something incredible, only to be forced to leave it behind. Grateful for the experience but totally humbled by it.
☔ It's okay to be vulnerable; in challenging times, don't hesitate to seek help. Those professional relationships that organically evolve into friendships, in particular, will be there to support you.
🌥 Building true-to-self, organic relationships fosters lasting friendships and opens doors to significant opportunities. This year, such a connection led me to my incredible role at Qolo.
🌤 Manifestation and positivity are powerful. Reflecting on what I truly wanted in my career after my layoff forced me to better understand my desires and set goals, leading to my move into product.
🌞 Passionate about Product; my long-term experience in the startup world has immersed me in product on a daily basis. Now, wearing an official Product hat at Qolo, I can enjoy the full benefit of being on the front line of creativity and problem solving within the Fintech industry.
💼 **Taking into 2024 ❤️ **
1. Control what you can, accept the unpredictable, and embrace that not everything goes according to plan. It's not how you fail, it's how you bounce back that counts!
2. Be present, relish every moment, find joy from challenges and failures, and always take a pause to celebrate success.
3. Lead with compassion and empathy. Your compassion has a significant impact on those around you; do not underestimate its power.
4. Understand the link between emotions, feelings, and behaviors. One positive or negative emotion can change your entire day, hopefully for the better!
5. Believe in yourself; if you don't, no one else will. It's a little cliche but also the bottom line!
Grateful for all the past year's highs and lows, emerging significantly wiser than I had planned. Special thanks to those who supported me; your impact is deeply appreciated. Here's to a transformative 2024 filled with more growth, continued resilience, and even greater success! 🚀
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