The Action Catalyst

Innovating in Style, with Anya Cheng (AI, Fashion, Tech, Entrepreneurship)

Apr 15, 2025
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Persistence Lands First Job

  • Anya secured her first job by persistently networking despite a tough job market after Lehman Brothers' collapse.
  • She attended panels, met industry people after bad English skills, and crafted a business plan to prove her value.
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Bold Cold Calls Open Doors

  • Anya bought all newspapers and cold-called high-level media executives, landing calls with CEOs from New York Times, CNN, and ESPN.
  • This unconventional approach opened doors despite language challenges and industry barriers.
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Practicing English with Seniors

  • To improve her English, Anya practiced interviews with seniors at a care center who wouldn't judge her language skills.
  • She learned a unique cultural tip about eating oatmeal with soy sauce from a 93-year-old Japanese lady.
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