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An established entrepreneur with over 15 years in media, marketing communications, technology and development programmes, Irene Phoebe Kiwia is the founder and CEO of Frontline Media Management Africa. She has founded multiple initiatives; TWAA an incredible global professional networking and mentorship platform built to connect women with digital tools to support personal, professional and community growth! Irene Phoebe’s work has been recognised by many institutions and was awarded the Obama Africa Leader in 2018, Woman of the Year Africa and was a finalist for the 2018 AWIEF empowerment award.
Dear young Irene,
Your past does not determine your future, unless YOU decide to hang on it and let it be a hindrance. Your future has everything to do with your attitude, determination and ambition to realise your full potential.
Right this minute, you HAVE everything that you need to become anything/anyone your heart desires. Decide what that thing is, determine what is needed to get you there and just get going!
You are meant to STAND out, don’t fall into any pressure to blend in and become something else rather than your truest you! Love you and live in harmony with everyone else, exuding positivity, love and care because you CAN and it’s great for your soul!
You can have it ALL! Who said you can’t be and have everything you dream of??! For starters your all is uniquely yours, it has nothing to do with anyone else’s definition of ALL! So go conquer girl!
There is a much bigger amazing world out there! Go and explore it... what’s the point of having this major playground and not be curious to have an adventurous play?! Trust me you will love it!
We all have OPTIONS! In everything that you do there are options, don’t feel pressured to settle for less, or opt to be in situations that will devalue you! There is always a better way, one that will add value and nourish you. Find it!
We are all in a different journey! Yours is special and unique to you. Work to improve and be better everyday.. no need to compete, feel pressured or threatened by what others are experiencing. Stay on your beautiful lane and enjoy it!
Life is beautiful and precious... it’s not about how much materials you have, or how many expensive things you acquire. It’s about how you experience every moment and share the joy with your special people.
You don’t need to seek for approval, or to be verified or celebrated by the world cause you will be forced to live a shallow life. Just approve yourself and focus on your passion and create value. Value is always appreciated.
The world is actually the people who love, care and support you. The ones always there for your guiding you and showing you the way. Value, appreciate, savour them and BE PRESENT!.