A Fresh Story, season 3, episode 12

We had the chance to talk to author L’Oreal Thompson Payton about why we need to stop waiting for perfect, and embrace our identity as we step out of our comfort zone and into our power. With guest co-host Rob Abney, we talked about growing up in the early 2000s, the process of writing a book, embracing our nerdy selves, and so much more!

L’Oreal Thompson Payton is the author of Stop Waiting for Perfect: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Your Power. Her work has appeared in outlets such as Bitch, Bustle, Essence, SELF, and Well + Good, just to name a few. As a writer, L’Oreal expertly blends refreshingly confessional career and life advice with inspirational insight and just the right amount of humor. She does this by authentically and vulnerably sharing her lessons learned and imperfections while bringing her readers along with her on the journey.

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