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Dear Lovely Human,

Every now and then, someone crosses your path who reminds you what courage looks like in motion. 

For me, that’s Neeraja Ganesh — a woman who went from being a shy, quiet professional to a voice helping hundreds rewire their beliefs about confidence, success, and leadership.

At GLEAC, we believe that communities aren’t built by titles or resumes but by people who choose to grow out loud. Neeraja is one of them. Her story is a masterclass in showing up — imperfectly, bravely, and with purpose.

I’m sharing Neeraja’s story because I believe she’s doing work that matters. If her words move you, support her — take her upcoming course high-lighted below, connect with her on LinkedIn, invite her to speak, or simply pass her story forward. That’s how communities like ours grow.

That is the true power of connection. That is the real impact we all collectively get to make helping each other on our transformation journeys.

From Planning to Playing Big
Neeraja once believed every detail needed to be perfect before starting something new. Today, she teaches that “getting started is half done.” Her decision to launch her own B2C learning cohorts — without formal training in marketing or sales — is proof that conviction trumps certainty. She’s now building leadership journeys that help others break through their limiting beliefs and achieve their “Big Hairy Audacious Goals.”

Rewiring the Mindset — Universally Human
Once focused on helping women break their mental glass ceilings, Neeraja’s work has expanded across genders and geographies. She realized that limiting mindsets don’t discriminate — they’re universal. Her new legacy is to be “the first name people think of when they want to challenge a limiting belief.”

Leading with Reputation and Relevance
In a time when DEI — diversity, equity, and inclusion — is being questioned, Neeraja fears that years of progress could vanish. But rather than stepping back, she leans forward — using her digital presence on LinkedIn, GLEAC, and other platforms to build bridges and keep the conversation alive. Her approach to reputation isn’t about visibility — it’s about value. She shows up to connect, not to collect.

From Timidity to True Impact
Those who’ve known Neeraja longest still call her the cheerful confidant. But even they are astonished by the transformation — a once-timid girl now commanding rooms, conversations, and hearts. She doesn’t just speak of confidence; she embodies it — one rewired mindset at a time.

What Neeraja Needs From You

As a community, we can help Neeraja amplify her mission:

By sharing her story — because visibility fuels impact.

By joining her challenges or cohorts — because reflection needs practice.

By reaching out to her and continuing the conversation on mindset — because the world needs more leaders who play big without losing themselves.

I will end on this note…

I see Neeraja’s story as a reflection of what happens when community meets courage. Her journey reminds us that transformation isn’t about fixing what’s broken — it’s about remembering what’s already powerful within us.

Neeraja teaches us that change begins not when we plan, but when we begin.
And that’s the power of one human — inspiring many more to do the same.

Warmly,
Sal

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