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Never Let Anybody Tell You That You Can't

A note of encouragement to young people everywhere

Annie An Dongmei·January 2025·2 min read
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Every time I read Michelle Haupt's words to young girls at NASA - 'Never let anybody tell you that you can't do it. Growing up, they...' - I'm reminded why we share our stories. ✨

Why We Need to Keep Saying It

The path forward isn't always clear. Especially for young people navigating tech, entrepreneurship, or any field where they don't see enough faces like theirs.

But here's what I know: the voices that tell you 'you can't' are often the loudest. And they're almost always wrong.

To Every Young Person Reading This

You can do it.

Whether you're building something new, stepping into a room where you're the only one, or simply trying to learn - your voice matters. Your ideas matter. Your presence matters.

I hope this small note finds you when you need it most. 🙏

We Rise Together

To the young global leaders, the female entrepreneurs, the students and builders everywhere: keep going. The world needs what only you can bring.

And to everyone else: let's keep opening doors, sharing stories, and reminding the next generation that they belong.

More soon. 💡

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The views and opinions expressed in this post are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of my employer or any organisation I am affiliated with.