We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Kaseba Chibweth. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Kaseba below.

Alright, Kaseba thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Can you tell us about an important lesson you learned in school and why that lesson is important to you?

You have to get comfortable with failure because failing is not always the end all be all. If you’re failing then you are still learning. It is important to always stay in a position to learn. I took a class on Hinduism during the summer between my sophomore year and junior year as a core requirement. The professor was incredible but the quizzes were difficult, Did I get the grade that I wanted in that class? No, I did not, I was content with how it went because I learned so much and the professor validating my knowledge of the course made me realize how important knowledge is. Grades are important, but that’s not why I decided to go to college. I went to college to learn. I sat and reflected on how many classes I took mindlessly for the sake of getting the great grades and if you were to ask me about what I learned, I would not be able to tell you the most crucial aspects of the courses. I learned so much from a course that I did not do well on, which led me back to being intentional. I decided right then and there that moving forward that I would be intentional about my college approach. Failure is not always the end, sometimes it is just the beginning. Sometimes failure is the nudge to change perspectives not to quit. Be intentional with everything that you do.

Kaseba, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

Public speaking has always been a huge part of my life for as long as I can remember. I have always loved reading, writing, and telling stories ever since I was a child. From reading poems out loud in Pre-K to giving speeches all throughout middle school. In high school I spoke on a variety of panels regarding DEI , Race Relations, Juvenile Justice Reform, and Self Love and Care. I also have participated in a few speech competitions and won 1st place in the Rotary Four Way Test. During my undergrad the First Inclusion Project gave me the opportunity to be a host for their podcast when they did their college edition season of episodes which was absolutely incredible. You can find the podcast on Spotify and Apple Music. I am always willing to coach anyone who needs help with enhancing their public speaking skills. Whether it’s with feeling more confident, knowing what to say, or wanting your voice to be authentic and empowering. I love watching people grow and evolve with their public speaking. It does not have to be something that someone has to dread. I love when people come back to tell me that they crushed their presentations, aced their interviews, or gave a great speech. One of my most proud moments was coaching one of my peers who despised writing speeches and giving them into winning her spot on the executive board for the college organization that she wanted to serve within a matter of two weeks. I would love for potential clients, followers, and fans to know that there is nothing that you can’t do or achieve in this lifetime. Do not let your fears hold you back!

Any stories or insights that might help us understand how you’ve built such a strong reputation?

Being myself, it might be cliche but knowing who you are and being who you are will always take you far. Being myself has never led me astray. People gravitate from the confidence that comes from my authenticity. Being kind and leading from the heart, operate from a place of empathy and always looking at the glass half full has done wonders.

Are there any books, videos, essays or other resources that have significantly impacted your management and entrepreneurial thinking and philosophy?

Books to read: The Pivot Year by Brianna West
The Art of Public Speaking by Dale Carnegie
How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Small Acts of Leadership by G. Shawn Hunter

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaseba_chibweth/?img_index=1
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaseba-chibweth-32124515b

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Robyn Scherer, D. Max Pippel, and Kennedy Mallory