From 'Uncelebrated' to 'Unstoppable' 🌟

“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” - Maya Angelou

TODAY’s TOPIC

• What does being the FIRST mean?

• Story time!

• How to unlock the FIRST in you?

WHAT

Being the FIRST to break barriers & shatter expectations means challenging & overcoming the limitations & norms that society, institutions, or individuals set. It involves:

• Pioneering new paths

• Defying norms & stereotypes

• Inspiring others

• Embracing failure & learning

• Creating change

STORY TIME (True story!)

Once upon a time, in a small town in India, a girl was born.

Her birth was not a celebratory moment for her grandmother. After all, the 16^th grand daughter was yet another girl in a line where boys were prized.

But, she was the FIRST for her parents, who cherished and adored her unconditionally.

This girl shattered every expectation. She became the…

- FIRST girl in her family to attend university, earning accolades and respect. 

- FIRST to move across the globe, fueled by dreams of a brighter future.

- FIRST to dare to further her education while working fulltime and raising a young family.

- FIRST to land a tech sales job at a Fortune 20 company, despite zero sales experience.

- FIRST to enable her husband as a stay-at-home dad.

- FIRST to embrace her passion for empowering women, becoming a coach & solopreneur.

Why?

She aimed to DO more, BECOME more and INSPIRE more.

But she didn’t achieve this alone.

She built her tribe, hired coaches, sought mentors, and took charge of her destiny.

That girl?

It’s ME.

Being the FIRST is darn SCARY!

You feel judged, misunderstood & alone.

But…

It’s also an opportunity to pave the way for others, to show courage, and grow stronger.

Everything I did and continue to do is for THAT girl who persevered and rose to every challenge.

She is MY WHY.

So friends, don’t let your past or circumstances define you. YOU are worthy of your aspirations.

My hope in sharing my story is that it gives you the courage to go ALL in on you & to bet on yourself ✨

HOW TO UNLOCK THE FIRST IN YOU

1. Identify Your Barriers: Reflect on what is holding you back. These could be fears, limiting beliefs, habits, or external circumstances.

   Tip: Working with a professional coach helps you understand your barriers and your blind spots.

2. Build Your Tribe: Surround yourself with supportive people who encourage and motivate you. This could be friends, family, coaches, mentors, or support groups.

   Tip: Your tribe should not just serve as your cheering squad rather surround yourself with people who raise your ambition & challenge you when you are playing small.

3. Adopt a Growth Mindset: Embrace challenges as opportunities to learn and grow. Viewing setbacks as temporary and solvable can help you stay motivated and resilient.

4. Take Action: Start taking small steps towards your goals. Consistent action, even if it’s small, can lead to significant progress over time.

5. Stay Persistent: Breaking personal barriers often takes time and effort. Stay committed to your goals and keep pushing forward, even when faced with challenges.

Until next week,

Jaspreet