"You don’t need permission to be great.
In this powerful speech, Arunima Jha shares her journey from being overlooked in toxic workplaces to becoming a fearless leader and change-maker.If you've ever been told you “don’t fit in,” this speech will give you the strength to break free, reclaim your power, and rise stronger.A Real story. Brutal honesty. Undeniable courage.
For every first-gen professional who's ever fought for their seat at the table this one's for you."
Arunima Jha is a lawyer turned storyteller who speaks from the heart. With an LLB, LLM in Business Law, and an MBA in Finance, she spent over a decade in high-pressure legal roles, leading global teams and navigating complex deals across industries. But when her career took an unexpected hit, everything she thought she knew about success and stability was put to the test.
What could have made her bitter only made her braver.
Today, Arunima writes, mentors, and speaks to help others recognize toxic work cultures and reclaim their voice. Her work goes beyond law, it's about healing, resilience, and finding clarity in chaos.
Her mission is simple: to help create workplaces where people can speak up, stand tall, and still belong. 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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