29/08/2025
Start Where You Are!
The first time I anchored an event(a small weekly MSSN sisters' program)I cringed at my performance. My hands were cold, I forgot my lines, and the whole experience felt chaotic. I was embarrassed.
The following week, I was asked to do it again. This time, I prepared better and I improved. Week after week, I kept showing up, refining my skills and eventually, I was chosen to anchor the annual sisters' seminar(an uncommon honor for a fresher). Facing a crowd of 500 terrified me, but I did it anyway.
For every moment I felt fear, I pushed through. For every mistake I made, I learned. For every opportunity, I showed up.
Now, over a decade later, I run a thriving brand that helps people master communication, build confidence, and grow personally and professionally. I’ve spoken at 100+ events, facilitated workshops, and moderated impactful panel sessions.
Last year, with my experience and expertise, I led a discussion at the Peace and Unity Convention and The Mindful Minds Summit, helping to shape a meaningful conversations.
If you want to learn or do something new, you must be willing to:
👉🏽Sound unpolished
👉🏽Make mistakes
👉🏽Keep learning
👉🏽Stay consistent
👉🏽Show up where it matters
The key? Start where you are. Start today!
Rasheedah Opere,
Lead Coach, Speak Up Academy Ng.
