Wandering and Wondering is Still Part of the Plan | Vincy Khor | TEDxPOWIIS Youth
Indecisiveness can sometimes bring better opportunities. In Vincy's case, hesitantly joining her school's LEO Club (the junior chapter of Lions Club International) in order "to enhance her curriculum vitae" has led her on a remarkable journey of growth. From student leadership roles to a corporate training internship serving Fortune 500 companies, her transformation from self-conscious to self-assured underscores the importance of taking the first step towards change.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 An alumni of Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS) Balik Pulau, Penang, Vincy was the founding president of the school's Soft Skills Committee and pivotally engaged in the revival of the LEO Club of POWIIS after the COVID-19 pandemic. She was the 2024 recipient of the school's Couzens Award for all-round excellence. Since graduating from secondary school, Vincy has taken a gap year which led her to an internship opportunity at a company training corporate clients from Fortune 500 companies. Embarking soon on her undergraduate studies, she believes in the power of taking the first step as embracing opportunities opens up better doors. 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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