Being yourself : the greatest act of courage | Janice Mbengo | TEDxEDHECBusinessSchool
Have you ever stopped to wonder how your career journey came to be? It’s more than just a series of decisions, it’s a roadmap shaped by both your past and present. Let’s explore how the dots of your life, when connected, reveal a path to your true potential.Event curated by TedXEDHECBusinessSchool.
Filmed and edited by Eliot Grosperrin. International Career Consultant and Psychometric Test Specialist, Janice Mbengo is an expert in career strategy, recruitment, and talent development. Certified in personality assessment and skills analysis, she has helped individuals across industries unlock their true potential and align their careers with purpose.
With a proven track record of guiding talent toward lasting success, Janice brings a deep understanding of human potential and the tools to measure and maximize it. Passionate about long-term impact, she empowers people to make meaningful, confident decisions about their futures—one insight at a time. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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