Priya Bhasker, Founder, KidsMustRead.com, ex-Board Member, The American Women’s Association, Hong Kong
- Priya is the founder of KidsMustRead.com.
- She’s an ex-board member of the American Women’s Association, Hong Kong. She’s also a collaborator with SP Connect.
Podcast
Overview
In this episode of “The Brand Called You,” Priya Bhasker, founder of KidsMustRead.com and former board member of the American Women’s Association in Hong Kong shares her multi-faceted journey from banking to becoming a passionate advocate for children’s literacy and a key supporter of expat women in Hong Kong. Discover how Priya’s innovative approach to curating books for children and her workshops for women are making a significant impact. Join us to learn about her strategies, challenges, and the importance of building a personal brand.
00:31- About Priya Bhasker
- Priya is the founder of KidsMustRead.com.
- She’s an ex-board member of the American Women’s Association, Hong Kong. She’s also a collaborator with SP Connect.
- Priya is also a reading coach, an ex-board member of AWA, and the ex-co-chair of AWA WISE.
18:12- What motivated you to start designing workshops for English-speaking women in Hong Kong?
- The initial feeling of being lost upon arriving in Hong Kong motivated me, as I realized that many other expat women were facing similar challenges.
- Through my involvement with the AWA and meeting other expat women, I recognized that I deeply understood their struggles, which drove me to help them navigate their new environment.
- I leveraged my event organizing and marketing skills to design and facilitate workshops specifically for English-speaking women, addressing a clear need due to the language barrier and providing a supportive community.
20:59- What advice would you have for so many women looking to transition from their careers, and start anew in Hong Kong?
- Accept that you might need to take a step back in your career initially, possibly accepting a lower designation. This flexibility allows you to build on your career in the long run if you prove your competence.
- Lean into the change and consider exploring new interests or starting a different career path. Hong Kong’s supportive environment for entrepreneurship can help you turn your passion into a viable career.
- Focus on establishing a personal brand that reflects your expertise and passion. Connect with people both locally and digitally to create a strong network, which will help you maintain professional momentum even if you relocate again.
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Learn more about Priya Bhasker: LinkedIn
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Profile
- Priya is the founder of KidsMustRead.com.
- She’s an ex-board member of the American Women’s Association, Hong Kong. She’s also a collaborator with SP Connect.
- Priya is also a reading coach, an ex-board member of AWA, and the ex-co-chair of AWA WISE.
