Dominique reflects on finding her voice while navigating new cultures, languages, and identities — often starting from scratch. She shares how learning to speak in unfamiliar spaces became less about communication and more about claiming who she is.

We also explore the tension of being hyper-visible yet unheard as a creative of colour, the pressure of representation, and why your voice deserves space without carrying everyone else’s weight.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dominique Van Werkhoven

04:35 Embracing Bold Voices and Messy Journeys

07:12 Finding Your Voice in New Cultures

09:40 Navigating Hyper-Visibility and Invisibility

12:24 The Importance of Community and Safe Spaces

14:19 Owning Your Voice and Trusting Your Instincts

17:08 Supporting Underrepresented Voices in Business

23:47 Empowering Small Businesses Through Marketing

26:01 Leadership Lessons from Creative Collaboration

33:01 Balancing Support and Goals in Creative Work

35:35 Embracing Mistakes as Opportunities for Growth

38:55 The Journey of Being Seen and Finding Voice

43:57 Outro

Takeaways

• Navigating hyper-visibility and invisibility is a common challenge for people of colour in creative spaces.
• Community support is crucial for individuals facing challenges related to visibility and identity.
• Leadership in creative spaces involves supporting others and fostering their ideas.
• Small businesses and nonprofits can create significant impact through visibility and effective marketing.

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