Quick Wise Words from L’Oreal Thompson Payton

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We chatted with author L’Oreal Thompson Payton about her book, Stop Waiting for Perfect: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Your Power. Alongside guest co-host Rob Abney, we discussed growing up in the early 2000s, the writing process, and embracing our nerdy selves. L’Oreal's work, featured in outlets like Bitch, Bustle, Essence, SELF, and Well + Good, blends confessional career and life advice with inspirational insight and humor. She authentically shares her lessons and imperfections, inviting readers to join her on the journey.

We asked L'Oreal for her wise words for anyone starting fresh and she shared her advice for showing up messy, setting aside our need to be perfect, and just putting pen to paper. If you're a creator or writer, you will definitely want to hear her wise words! We love her advice on "feeling the fear" and not waiting for the perfect moment to get started on your journey.

Listen to the full episode with L'Oreal: https://www.freshstartsregistry.com/podcast-episodes/loreal-thompson-payton-the-reframing-of-perfection

L'Oreal's website: https://www.ltinthecity.com/

Stop Waiting for Perfect: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Your Power: https://amzn.to/3PlHvET

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