An Interview With Ming Zhao — Don’t have a work persona. There is this misperception, especially among women, that you need to compartmentalize your work life and your home life to be successful. My generation was taught not to discuss personal things at work so that our coworkers will take us seriously. Over time, I became…

An Interview With Ming Zhao — Create a community of coaches and cheerleaders around you. I am so fortunate to have a mix of friends and professional mentors around me who are either doing similar work or have done similar work in the past. I even have a creative coach who is qualified to help creative…

An Interview With Ming Zhao — Beauty is something that cannot be bought because it comes from the inside. However, hygiene is extremely important and is a part of daily selfcare but we must remember how we treat others and show the beauty within. How does a successful, strong, and powerful woman navigate work, employee relationships…

An Interview With Ming Zhao — Be authentic. In the past, people perhaps felt a greater need to have distinct work versus non-work personalities. But in the last couple of years as we’ve all reckoned with COVID and gotten glimpses of people’s personal lives, we’ve become more “human.” …

An Interview With Ming Zhao — You also need time and space in your life to devote to the business (it can only be a “side hustle” for so long), a strong vision for the brand, and a fair amount of chutzpah! As a part of our series called “5 Things You Need To Create a…

An Interview With Ming Zhao — Stay curious. It’s critical to be curious as you encounter new opportunities, challenges, push back, and feedback. Through curiosity you’ll be able to listen, expand your perspective and grow. As a part of our interview series called “Women Of The C-Suite” , we had the pleasure of interviewing Christie Callahan. …

An Interview With Ming Zhao — … One, learn your brand. Learn who you are and what you want to be doing. I think I used to be so eager I would just say “I want to work on everything and play anything”. Now I know the kinds of projects I want to work on and…

An Interview With Ming Zhao — Comedy shouldn’t be competitive. Some theaters feel cut-throat and that steals the fun. When you’re starting out, find an environment that will allow you mess up a lot, and still take you in. That’s how you get better. The first theater I started at was tough. It was basically the…

An Interview With Ming Zhao — Clear Passions, Values and Priorities. You must know your why in this world, and what you hold dear. Whether it’s a mission driven business, a creative endeavor or relationship there will always be people who are trying to pull or push you from your base, especially if you’re good at…