"I don’t have the energy to control other people’s perception of me."In this episode, we talked about building an agency from scratch, embracing cultural identity, using humor to connect, and redefining success on her own terms, in particular:👉 Balancing ambition with self-acceptance in a high-achievement family culture.👉 Why comparing yourself to your past self can be healthier than comparing to others.👉 Why letting go of control over others’ opinions can be liberating in business and life.Join Defne Gencler, a Turkish-Dutch-American marketer, storyteller, and stand-up comedian who helps B2B SaaS and AI startups turn content into revenue: from Google and Viacom to the comedy stages of New York, her career has been all about connecting with audiences, sharpening messages, and helping brands bring the right people through the door, in uncovering the human side of successful business! 🤗🤩😎Connect with Defne and Yurii on Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/defnegencler/https://www.linkedin.com/in/yurii-lazaruk-community-consultant/Timestamps:(00:00) Meet Defne Gencler: Marketer, Storyteller, Comedian(02:42) The Journey from Freelancer to Agency Owner(05:16) Balancing Ambition and Self-Worth(10:24) Cultural Influences and Professional Growth(14:12) The Standup Comedy Experience(18:53) Using Humor and Reading the Room in Business(22:44) Balancing Learning and Growth(23:56) Dealing with Others' Perceptions(25:37) Embracing Imperfection(27:30) The Value of Saying 'I Don't Know'(28:21) Building Friendships and Business Relationships(30:15) Client Relationships and Human Values(32:54) Defining Success and Happiness#HumansOfBusiness #HoB #humans #business

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