S2E11 Anna Luiza Barbosa: The Power of Being Exactly Who You Are

Ever downplayed who you are to make it easier for others to understand you? This episode is your wake-up call.Anna Luiza Barbosa, Oxford MPP student, joins me for a raw conversation about owning your story, trusting your intuition, and why your "non-fancy" background might be the most powerful thing in the room.Over the past decade, Anna has worked across diplomacy, climate policy and sustainable development, holding positions that range from early career roles to leadership in international cooperation. Her professional journey includes working for the British Embassy in Brazil and the UN Alliance of Civilizations, where she drove initiatives that foster dialogue, sustainable growth and climate action.From networking to self-confidence tips, this is a masterclass in becoming yourself on purpose.03:50 How We Met Online06:59 From Small Town to Big Dreams14:05 Building the Oxford Path20:36 Networking With Confidence26:45 Daily Confidence Rituals30:58 Authentic Networking Strategy36:54 Small Town Identity41:41 Unnegotiable Values46:23 Leadership With Empathy48:57 Trusting Intuition56:06 Faith And Spirituality01:01:05 Oxford Acceptance Sign01:06:45 Closing ReflectionsAnna's MM Effect Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/5HRjaxqFHWeEWuAndi8r0Y?si=SiSxG8bKRAWf7X_ihIzkdQAjude as vítimas das chuvas em Ubáhttps://sosuba.com.br/campanhasFollow us on social mediahttps://www.instagram.com/theadultstableshowCool merch :) https://theadultstableshow.printful.me/Don't forget to subscribe and never miss an episode!