Become a confident storyteller for your brand to stand out and sell more. I'm a Visual Brand Coach and Award-Winning Photographer (featured in NY Times, Instagram, Apple). I help badass women entrepreneurs own their stories, showcase their uniqueness, and create brands that are downright magical. Ready to make your brand sizzle? Get your hands on my free brand guide packed with five essential ingredients to create an unforgettable brand experience.
Inspiration for Women's International Month
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โ Dear Reader, โ As Women's International Month begins, I find myself navigating the challenging waters of COVID-19 for the first time. On day 5 or 6, exhaustion has become a constant, and my journey of recovery continues. Amidst navigating this illness, a story of remarkable generosity caught my eye and offered a glimmer of inspiration. Ruth Gottesman, a billionaire, donated a billion dollars to the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx (NYC's poorest borough). Inititally her donation was meant to stay anonymous with an intention just to give. Her action, highlighted during my own challenging week, serves as a beacon of hope and a reminder of the impact one individual's generosity can have on the world. This experience, coupled with Gottesman's inspiring story, has imparted valuable lessons: ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐น๐ณ๐น๐ฒ๐๐๐ป๐ฒ๐๐ ๐ข๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ผ๐๐น๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐: Ruth Gottesman's dedication to helping others without seeking any praise teaches us the value of genuine kindness. ๐๐บ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐๐ณ๐๐น ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐ถ๐๐: What is most impactful is that her donation opens doors for marginalized communities to make their dream of medical school come true without financial strain. ๐๐๐บ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐๐ ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด: In a world of performative self-promotion, her insisting not to change the school's name shows that her gift demonstrates true generosity. As we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women worldwide this month, let's remember the power of generosity and the inspiration we can draw from the actions of remarkable individuals like Ruth Gottesman. Can you imagine how transformative it could be if billionaires allocated just a small portion of their wealth to aid others? โ Cheers, Hi! I am Alpana | I help women entrepreneurs craft storytelling brands to stand out. โ P.S. Amidst navigating my first bout with COVID-19, a small personal victory was mustering the energy with the continued exhaustion to cook rice and dal (my comfort food)โaccidentally making it too spicy. I paid for it later but relished the joy it brought me. ๐ โ |
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Alpana Aras | Brand Storyteller + Photographer
Become a confident storyteller for your brand to stand out and sell more. I'm a Visual Brand Coach and Award-Winning Photographer (featured in NY Times, Instagram, Apple). I help badass women entrepreneurs own their stories, showcase their uniqueness, and create brands that are downright magical. Ready to make your brand sizzle? Get your hands on my free brand guide packed with five essential ingredients to create an unforgettable brand experience.
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