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In this first interview, Nadia De Ala sits in conversation with Ruby Veridiano to ask the question that’s been bubbling up inside of her: So…Have You Made It Yet?

Based in Paris, France, Ruby is a writer, storyteller, and creator of "Wear We're From", a storytelling project about untold fashion histories in the global Filipino & Asian diaspora. She’s also the founder of Gold Thread Communications, a global communications consultancy working with purpose-driven organizations in fashion and beyond.

Ruby’s work spans three continents and three different languages. She approaches life with equal parts grit and glamour, embodying "wear" she’s from through it all. Follow her on IG: @rubyveridiano.

Episode Highlights:

• The guilt and shame of pursuing a creative career in fashion and sustainability, living abroad, and having too much fun while doing it
• The connection to Dr. Jose Rizal’s moving to Europe to continue his medical studies and becoming a novelist and political writer
• A full circle moment as a storyteller, and a shared relative with Kumander Liwayway
• Choosing a nonlinear path without set milestones
• How our ancestors can give us a blueprint and metrics of success as business owners and leaders
• The myth of what successful business owner, leader, and professional has to look like
• Plus hella more!

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Resources mentioned:

• Reference to Ruby’s Substack “Wear We’re From” article on Kumander Liwayway, Filipina guerilla fighter during World War II in the Philippines

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Nadia De Ala is an international leadership and negotiation coach, speaker, writer, and founder of Real You Leadership. Since 2017, she’s helped BIPOC women, femmes, leaders, founders, and changemakers advocate for themselves, navigate power, and build careers and lives with more money, freedom, and fulfillment. A queer Filipina and daughter of Filipino immigrants, Nadia left a six-figure tech career to build a business on her own terms. Her work has been featured in CNBC, HuffPost, Teen Vogue, Fast Company, and The Muse. Now based in Oaxaca, Mexico, she believes deeply in ambition without self-abandonment—and building a life that loves you back.