In this episode of the Meet Your Inspiration podcast, Meri and Rich welcome Septia, an inspiring individual who shares her journey from Indonesia to France to pursue her dreams in journalism. Despite facing numerous rejections from universities, Septia's determination led her to eventually succeed in her studies. She discusses the challenges of adapting to a new culture and language, the importance of resilience, and how she pivoted her career from journalism to LinkedIn writing. Septia emphasizes the significance of personal branding and storytelling in building a successful career, and she reflects on her definition of success and the influence of her mother as a role model.Takeaways• Septia faced multiple rejections before finally being accepted into a French university.• Learning French was a significant challenge, but Septia persevered to improve her language skills.• The excitement of moving to France was mixed with fear and uncertainty.• Language barriers made the initial months in France particularly difficult for Septia.• Building connections with fellow students helped Septia navigate her studies.• Septia pivoted from journalism to LinkedIn writing, utilizing her skills in a new way.• Personal branding and storytelling are crucial for success on LinkedIn.• Success is defined by personal happiness and fulfilment, not just financial gain.• Septia's mother served as an inspiration and role model.• Resilience and determination are key to overcoming challenges in a new environment.• Defining Success: A Personal Perspective• The Power of Resilience in Pursuing DreamsChapters00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Septia02:44 Overcoming Rejections and Pursuing Journalism in France05:54 Challenges and Emotions of Starting in a New Country10:11 Adapting to the Language Barrier and Finding Support13:05 Moments of Doubt and Perseverance16:29 The Supportive Environment and Learning Experience in France18:17 The Difficulty of Learning a New Language20:02 Moving from France to the Netherlands21:45 Career Pivot Towards LinkedIn Ghostwriting23:53 Using LinkedIn for Networking and Finding Clients26:31 Starting the Journey: End of January31:49 The Influence of an Independent Mother35:53 Tips for Success on LinkedIn47:14 The Freedom to Work Remotely and TravelFind Septia on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/septiachaniago?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app