Monday Feb 17, 2025

EP11: What France Has Taught Me About the Word ‘Success’

Success isn’t a finish line. It’s a long, unpredictable road filled with setbacks, small wins, and lessons along the way.

After completing a long-awaited renovation for my business, La Cuisine, I felt uneasy with the word success as people congratulated me. The glossy finish doesn’t tell the full story. This journey took seven years of struggles, delays, and setbacks that tested my patience and perseverance. I see this milestone as a réussite, a hard-earned achievement, but real success? That’s still unfolding.

In this episode, I reflect on what success really means, the weight of language, and the unseen challenges behind every big moment. What if true success isn’t about the big wins at all but about the resilience it takes to keep going?

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 Introduction

01:24 The Word “Success” and Its Impact

03:11 Cultural Nuances in Language

04:36 Réussite vs. Succès

05:08 Challenges of La Cuisine’s Renovation

07:03 Behind the Scenes of the Renovation

09:00 Measuring Success in Business

10:10 Long Journey to Success

11:05 Future of La Cuisine and GenerateHER

12:00 Personal Reflections on Success

13:05 Comparison and Joy