Ana Valle Rivera on Play, Purpose & Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how a passion for play and overcoming self-doubt can lead to global impact in the early childhood education (ECE) sector. Our guest is Ana Valle Rivera, Founder of Early Years Thriving. Ana, a mother of three and accomplished educator, shares her journey from being labeled a "slow learner" to empowering thousands of educators worldwide through professional development and transformative leadership. Key Highlights From Self-Doubt to TEDx: How overcoming fear and joining a female mastermind group led to Ana’s global success and TEDx talk.   The Power of Play: Why play-based learning is essential for both children and adults, fostering curiosity-driven leadership and development.   The Female Founder's Journey: The challenges and rewards of building a purpose-driven global business while balancing family life.   Empowering Educators: How Ana’s facilitator training helps educators become leaders and amplifies diverse voices in early education.   Lifelong Learning & Future Vision: What earning a Master’s degree while running a global business teaches about continuous growth, and Ana’s long-term vision for Early Years Thriving Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA Google: https://www.google.ca/ A1 Global College: https://a1globalcollege.ca/ ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx For more expert insights, visit www.canadiansme.ca and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.