

Life Skills for Success and Fulfillment | Evy Poumpouras
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NYC Upbringing
- Evy Poumpouras grew up in a rough NYC neighborhood, where fear and caution were constant.
- This upbringing instilled in her a desire to serve and protect, ultimately leading her to a career in law enforcement.
Resilience
- Poumpouras's father encouraged resilience, telling her to "get up" and recover from setbacks.
- This mindset prepared her for the NYPD academy's brutal training, which she almost quit but persevered.
Transitioning to Private Sector
- Transitioning from service-oriented jobs to the private sector can be challenging.
- This is due to a shift from altruistic service to self-promotion and competition.