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Overcoming Adversity: The Mindset That Builds Extraordinary Success
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June 19, 2026
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22:51Now PlayingWhat does it take to overcome adversity and build a life of impact?
In this inspiring conversation, Promise CEO & Founder Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins and IT Cosmetics Cofounder Jamie Kern Lima share their personal journeys from challenging beginnings to extraordinary success. From surviving poverty and abuse to overcoming rejection and self-doubt, they reveal the mindset shifts, values, and decisions that helped them create meaningful change in the world.
The discussion explores the power of trusting your instincts, staying true to your mission, and rejecting conventional wisdom when it doesn't align with your purpose. The speakers also reflect on the influence of mentors like Oprah Winfrey, the importance of self-worth, and why authenticity can be one of the greatest competitive advantages in business and life.
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