In Episode 9 of The Leadership Dance, Cerise Lim Jacobs shares her remarkable journey from a traditional upbringing in Singapore to becoming the founder of the activist opera company, White Snake Projects. She discusses the cultural influences of her childhood, the challenges of leaving Singapore during a turbulent political time, and running away from home at the age of 18. During this episode, Cerise reflects on her struggle for independence and the ongoing process of finding her voice in a world that often imposes limitations based on cultural or societal expectations. She discusses the challenges of reimagining her identity, the lessons learned from her time as a lawyer, and the motivations behind founding White Snake Projects. Lastly, Cerise reflects on the importance of community engagement in the arts and offers advice to her younger self about overcoming fear and staying true to herself.

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💡Key Takeaways:

Don’t be afraid of making major life and career decisions–fear can be overcome and managed. 

Leaving behind a successful career may open doors to new opportunities and personal growth, allowing you to embrace change and take on new challenges.

You don’t have to wait for permission—if the industry won’t open the door, build your own space and bring others with you.

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Learn more about White Snake Projects here:

Website: http://www.whitesnakeprojects.org 

Twitter: https://x.com/whitesnakeproj 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitesnakeprojects/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whitesnakeprojects 

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