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Human, As Intended

Suzette Simon, brand store manager, believes that the noblest art is making others happy
Suzette Simon, brand store manager, believes that the noblest art is making others happy
Mar 29, 2021

Brand Store Manager Suzette Simon #choosetochallenge the misconception that women lack the capabilities to lead. She shares how her mother inspires her work and her life today, and encourages women to stand up against prejudice.

Executive Director Leila Turner on Embracing Female Strengths
Executive Director Leila Turner on Embracing Female Strengths
Mar 24, 2021
Executive Director Leila Turner #choosetochallenge the misconception that females can only succeed by matching to male qualities of leadership, and that females can also generate as much revenue as men. Years of experience showed her that embracing the key qualities that women possess has helped her flourish in her career.
Partnership Manager Sneha Singh not letting Society dictate her Life
Partnership Manager Sneha Singh not letting Society dictate her Life
Mar 19, 2021
Partnerships Manager Sneha Singh #choosetochallenge the misconception that women do not make good managers and need to rely on male counterparts for inherently gender assigned roles. Sneha further shares her thoughts on becoming a truly independent person, as well as challenges to taking control of the narrative to her life, both in the workplace and at home.
Pole-Dancing as Self-Care and Liberation with Marketing Professional Iffah Suhailah
Pole-Dancing as Self-Care and Liberation with Marketing Professional Iffah Suhailah
Mar 17, 2021

Marketing Professional Iffah Suhaila #choosetochallenge the misconception that a female-dominated environment would be catty and negative. Iffah gravitated to pole-dancing as a form of fitness not only because she enjoys challenging her body, but also because she discovered that the all-female community is welcoming and close-knit.

“Self-care is about giving myself permission” - Yoga Instructor Gayle Nerva
“Self-care is about giving myself permission” - Yoga Instructor Gayle Nerva
Mar 16, 2021
Yoga Teacher Gayle Nerva #choosetochallenge the misconception that there is only one beauty standard, and that women with muscles were considered too masculine and 'ugly'. She shares a little behind her personal journey going vegan, being part of crossfit and practising yoga which helped to shape how she deals with the discomfort and unhealthy expectations set upon women.
Illustrating the Strength of Women with Speech Therapist Kristen Kiong
Illustrating the Strength of Women with Speech Therapist Kristen Kiong
Mar 12, 2021
Speech Therapist Kristen Kiong #choosetochallenge the misconception that a women are weak. In her experience working in a hospital and on her side-hustle, she has seen time and time again women independently take on roles that are not considered 'stereotypically female'. 
Empowering Women and Smiles with Bubbly Dentist Dr. Yao
Empowering Women and Smiles with Bubbly Dentist Dr. Yao
Mar 05, 2021
Dentist Dr Yao Xu #choosetochallenge the misconception that a group of women cannot help each other. She makes it a point to support and instil confidence in other women, as she learnt that people can rise to the challenge and grow through positive encouragement. She shares that there is a power in the shift from thinking "I'm not ready to do that that' to thinking "I want to do that - and I'll learn by doing it".

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