Women of Impact

They Told Me to Give Up My Dream—Here’s How I Built a Billion-Dollar Company Anyway | Payal Kadakia (Fan Fav)

Jun 1, 2025
In this inspiring conversation, Payal Kadakia, founder of ClassPass and author of 'LifePass,' shares her journey of balancing cultural identity and entrepreneurial dreams. She discusses how dance fuels her passion, overcoming societal pressures, and the importance of pursuing true fulfillment. Payal emphasizes embracing uniqueness and building supportive communities, navigating the emotional landscape of entrepreneurship, and redefining success on personal terms. Her story serves as a powerful blueprint for anyone ready to break free from external expectations.
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ANECDOTE

Dance as Personal Milestones

  • Payal Kadakia always felt pressured to be someone other than a dancer.
  • Dance provided her with milestones and confidence outside societal expectations.
ADVICE

Live Fiercely to Beat Guilt

  • Understand the root of others' expectations by seeing their intentions.
  • Live fiercely aligned with what you love to make guilt disappear.
INSIGHT

Dual Identity Strengthens Self

  • Embracing both Indian and American identities helped Payal feel whole.
  • Dance connected her to her roots and strengthened her identity.
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