Challenging traditional benchmarks of success by emphasizing growth as who we are becoming rather than just what we achieve. Introducing the “Becoming Scorecard” to help shift focus from external validation to internal transformation. Chimezie Nwabueze is a certified Emotional Intelligence coach and trainer, a life coach, and a productivity coach with close to a decade experience working with groups and individuals to produce transformation and improved outcomes in their lives. He is the founder of The MAN Academy where he equips men for a purposeful life. Chimezie is the International Coordinator at EQ2Homes, a non-profit committed to empowering children and youth, especially in inner cities and underfunded schools with the life skills to help them thrive in life, leveraging Emotional Intelligence. ‎ ‎Chimezie holds a Masters degree in Management Information systems from Cyprus International University, often performing in diverse capacities across the fields of his work and responsibilities to help solve problems. He is also a Web Designer, helping his clients to find efficient ways to automate their business and build a digital marketplace for their brands. 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

“The Power of Quiet,” challenges the societal bias toward extroversion by highlighting the unique strengths of introverts. Through personal stories and research, she shows that introversion brings valuable qualities like empathy, creativity, and deep leadership. My name is Zainab Subira Abdlrahman, but most people call me Zeynuu. I’m a pharmacy student at BAU with a deep passion for learning and helping others. I enjoy reading novels in my free time—they take me to different worlds and give me a sense of peace. I consider myself a calm and introverted person, but I’m also curious and thoughtful. I love sharing the little knowledge I have, especially when it can help someone else understand something better. I’m committed to growing, both academically and personally, and I strive to be a kind and reliable person in everything I do. 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

This talk explores how piracy in early 2000s Pakistan unexpectedly became a tool for tech democratization, enabling youth to access and learn digital skills outside formal systems. Muhammad Abdullah is a third-year software engineering student with a love for building things that probably shouldn’t work—but somehow do. From crafting mobile apps to porting DOOM to a PlayStation 3 “just for fun,” Abdullah thrives on pushing technical boundaries. His work straddles the line between innovation and mischief, reflecting a generation that grew up on cracked software and limitless curiosity. When he's not debugging, he’s deep-diving into subcultures where tech, creativity, and rule-breaking collide. 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

This talk challenges the conventional benchmarks of success, urging young people to question whether they’re living authentically or just meeting external expectations. The message is clear: break free from imposed ideals, embrace your true self, and be your own benchmark. Mary Damilola Ayuba (Nee Ogundimu), fondly called The Multiwoman, is a Mental Health Literacy Advocate, an Award-winning Speaker, Author and Trainer who specializes in using stories to reconstruct and correct everyday narratives and life experiences. She is passionate about women development and empowerment and this is evident in her works, volunteering and advocacy roles. She started her career as an intern in Access Bank where she worked for 6 years before transitioning fully into Digital operations. Simultaneously, during the same period, she volunteered as a radio co-host at Unilag FM for about 4 years where she had the opportunity to interact with top executives, presidential aspirants and successful entrepreneurs in various fields. Over the years, Mary has blossomed graciously in her areas of gifting, qualifying her as a polymath in her own right. 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

The first and only female Chartered Accountant in the TRNC, has set a powerful benchmark in the male dominated finance sector. By redefining gender expectations and inspiring future professionals, she represents progressive change in both regional and global financial landscapes. Throughout her years of study, she was awarded full educational scholarships due to her outstanding academic performance. She pursued higher education in the United Kingdom at Queen Mary, University of London, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics with First Class Honours in 2008. Damla qualified as Chartered Accountant in England in 2012. She has successfully followed a path in a traditionally male-dominated profession. She returned to Cyprus and became a partner at Erdal & Co. Chartered Accountants. She holds the distinction of being the first and only female Chartered Accountant in the TRNC, delivering professional services in auditing, accounting, taxation & financial consultancy. A mother of two, Damla excels in balancing family life and successful career, demonstrating that both can coexist harmoniously. Known for her sharp analytical skills, collaborative thinking and personal touch, she provides expert audit and financial consultancy to major institutions in TRNC. 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

The talk explored how personal success can be redefined through (KPI) "Kind Performance Indicators" values like empathy, integrity, and inner growth rather than external accomplishments. It highlighted the importance of using one’s inner compass to make meaningful choices and lead with authenticity. By sharing experiences of navigating work and life challenges, the speaker emphasized that true strength comes from staying grounded in one’s values amidst pressure. Asst. Prof. Dr. Vildan Esenyel is a leadership expert, business consultant, and faculty member at Bahçeşehir Cyprus University. She is the founding coordinator of GETI (Global Expertise Training Initiative), an initiative of BAU Cyprus that bridges academia and the business world through strategic training and consultancy. With over 25 years of practical experience in Turkey, North Cyprus, and the UK—including more than a decade in senior management roles—she brings real-world insight into everything she teaches and builds. She has published articles and book chapters on leadership, strategy, and organizational behavior. Passionate about empowering future leaders, she is dedicated to helping individuals and institutions grow with purpose, vision, and impact. 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