Career Stories: Felicia Asiedu on the Power of 'Yes' in Overcoming Fear

Imposter syndrome + career growth = a challenging combo. Ever felt it?

You're not alone. 

In our latest podcast episode of Great Events, we dive deep into the twists and turns of career journeys—especially the moments when fear meets opportunity.

We flip the script as Michelle Jones, a Career Confidence and Performance Coach, takes the mic to interview host Felicia Asiedu. 

Felicia shares her inspiring journey, from overcoming public speaking fears to thriving in the world of events and marketing. She also discusses how her diverse experiences shaped her caree, and she shares the importance of finding fulfillment in both her professional and personal life.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to embrace discomfort for growth: Felicia emphasizes the power of stepping out of your comfort zone, sharing how she faced her fears with public speaking and launching a business. 
• The impact of a supportive network: Felicia highlights the crucial role her colleagues and friends played in her journey. She shares how surrounding yourself with ambitious and supportive individuals can provide guidance and open doors for new opportunities.
• How to find personal fulfillment: Felicia discusses the importance of engaging in activities that bring joy beyond work. Nurturing personal passions can enhance overall well-being and professional performance, reminding professionals to invest in themselves for long-term success and happiness.
• The power of resilience in overcoming setbacks: Felicia shares her experiences with setbacks and how viewing challenges as learning opportunities has been key to her growth.

Things to Listen For:

(00:00) Introduction and Felicia’s guest appearance on the podcast

(03:50) Felicia’s career beginnings in music production

(05:35) The importance of trusting your gut when starting your career

(07:09) How Felicia relied on supportive and inspiring individuals for guidance

(13:15) Exploring ways to uplift teams while navigating uncertainty

(16:20) Felicia’s advice for early career professionals on having time to explore roles

(17:49) How Felicia promotes  self-confidence

(18:48) Felicia encourages candidates to inquire about company culture and policies that matter to them