Banker Turned Self-Rejection Into 2M LinkedIn Followers: Redefining Success | Eric Sim
Even though he failed English, he wrote on LinkedIn and published a book. Eric Sim, former UBS Managing Director turned author and LinkedIn Top Voice with over 2 million followers, reveals how he redefined success by turning self-rejection, language insecurity, and invisibility into influence and fulfillment. He shares timeless wisdom from his father in customer service, how writing consistently helped him overcome his fear of English, and why a portfolio career gave him more freedom and meaning than any corporate title ever could. What You’ll Learn The customer service mindset that builds lasting relationships and credibility. Writing through insecurity and how publishing consistently on LinkedIn transforms confidence and connection. Building a Portfolio Career and why fulfillment comes from range, not rank. If you’ve ever wondered why recognition, purpose, or confidence still feel out of reach, this episode will change the way you define success. Subscribe to this channel for more strategies on executive presence, communication mastery, and personal growth. Join the journey to Speak Like a Leader. #SpeakLikeALeader #overcomeselfdoubt Follow for quick public speaking tips: LI: / georginachang IG: / georginachang Follow Eric Sim: / simeric / instituteoflife Gratitude to Podcast Partners: Speak Like A Leader is powered by The Great Room https://thegreatroom.co/ / thegreatroomoffices Video production by POCO Productions https://pocoproductions.com.sg / pocoproductions

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