Episode 8: The Importance of Failing

Episode Notes In this episode, Emely Hernandez and Tanuja Ramchal explore what it means to fail and the valuable lessons it can teach us. Here's some of what's covered: Emely shares how she learned to normalize failure and the critical role it played in her career choices Why trying to replicate past successes can make you feel stuck The importance of defining what it means to succeed/fail without blindly accepting societal standards How holding a long view helps you to take risks and be open to failure while still feeling in control of your career Why fear of failure is a natural response in dehumanizing spaces The power of a single person seeing you and believing in you