I published an article on Elpha about Building Authentic Leadership as an Immigrant Female Leader in Tech.
I am used to hiding behind the small audiences from the mailing list and my limited network of people. It feels safe that I’m not overly exposed when I share something personal.
It was not easy to be so vulnerable in public as I was writing this article. I took on the challenge to stretch myself. And so many questions went through my mind.
What should I talk about? Would it add values? Would people resonate? Should I still be hiding part of myself so I look like I have it all figured out?
You see, as an immigrant woman, it’s against my instinct to be visible. It’s not safe. But, I also have a strong desire to be heard, to serve, and to help others. I decided to follow my only rule in writing – to write for myself first (my default audience was the 25 year old self) and to write my heart out!
I didn’t know what feedback I would receive. But, I set my intention that if it helps one person, the effort was worthwhile.
After the article was published. I got so many heartfelt comments.
Wow! I would not have the impact if I didn’t say yes to stepping out of my comfort zone. I would not have built these connections and inspired people if I didn’t show up authentically and vulnerably.
If you have opportunities or inner push to urge you to step up, DO IT! It can be as small as expressing your ideas in meetings. You’ve never known the impact you get to have. The world needs you.
And, believe it or not. We don’t die from taking that tiny (or big) step. 😎
The feedback and the connections from the past few months with other immigrant female leaders really pull me forward to show up more and to serve.
I know the best way for me to serve this group is with coaching. Dah!
Therefore, I’m creating a 6-month mastermind program for immigrant women leaders in Jan 2023. I will teach and coach around the challenges that many women leaders have and find ways to overcome them. What does this mean for you if you join: I will provoke your default thinking so you get out of your own way. You can expect to
- Reduce burnout and stress
- Learn to advocate for yourself
- Increase your influence
- Have more confidence (as an outcome of the actions you take 😉)
- Have more freedom
- Have more energy
- Be in an awesome community and learn from others who share similar experiences
This is the first time I share this program and not all details are hashed out. It doesn’t have a name yet. But, I’m a believer of experimenting instead of waiting for everything to be perfect. So, I’m putting this out and offering early bird pricing for people who take actions now!
It is going to be a small and intimate group. I will tailor the group to make sure we are right for each other (and the group). If you are interested, reply to this email or book a call with me directly.
If this is not you, but you know someone who can benefit from the program, please forward this email to her.
Love,
Wen
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