Last week, I recorded my first ever podcast. I was being interviewed. I shared my learnings from my experience at L’Oreal. And my new coaching activity helping executives going through cancer.
It was an interesting experience. But not very comfortable. I still have progress to make if I want to start doing my own podcasts.
What surprised me though was all the feedback I got. People were reaching out to thank me for my testimonial.
Creating value is putting yourself out there. It’s offering to the world your unique perspective. Even if you consider it B- work, you have the potential to impact someone’s life. One unique perspective, one idea that you articulate in a certain way, and someone can see their life changed forever.
Going through cancer is a story of overcoming fear, anxiety and pain. It’s a story of resilience. It’s a story of love. And it can be a story of sadness and loss. In all cases, it’s a story worth sharing and your take on it is very unique.
Yes, it’s more comfortable to be listening to other people’s podcasts. It’s easier to consume information rather than to create it. And you don’t put yourself at risk of being criticized.
But only creating value can impact the world. You’ve been created to offer to the world your unique perspective. Find a way to share it.
With love,
Laurent