From Perfectionism to Personal Brand: Lily Grace York on Finding Her Voice

In this episode, Lorraine Connell talks with Lily Grace York, personal brand strategist and creative entrepreneur, about how her teen years shaped the leader she is today. Lily shares what it was like to be seen as the “perfect” student while quietly struggling with anxiety, self-pressure, and fear of making mistakes. Together, they explore perfectionism, confidence, leadership, and how finding your voice can change everything. What they cover: Perfectionism and pressure as a teen Anxiety and fear of speaking up The importance of adults normalizing mistakes Finding confidence in college and beyond How Lily’s teen experiences shaped her work in branding and storytelling How to Connect with Lily Grace York Instagram: @rapport.by.lilygrace Website: lilygraceyork.com Podcast: Rapport by Lily Grace Follow Lily Grace on Instagram or visit her website to learn more about her work in personal branding, marketing, and storytelling.