Reese Wong on Coasting, The Diana Award and Building Impactful Communities
What does it take to build a social enterprise in your teens and go on to win The Diana Award before the age of 21?
Reese Wong knows the pressure. As a young social entrepreneur, speaker, and community builder, he opens up to Annie about what it really takes to lead with purpose without losing yourself. From his upbringing in Hong Kong to studying in London, Reese opens up about the cultural shifts, identity challenges, and mindset tools that helped him grow into the leader he is today.
Reese has spoken at more than 100 global events and has been recognised as a Young Fellows Advisory Board Member at the Royal Society of Arts, Aspen UK Rising Leader, a Future Minds 25 Under 25 and Project Management Institute UK Scholar.
Learn practical strategies for:
– Avoiding burnout while still staying ambitious
– Creating your own network as an introvert
– Turning rejections into resilience
This one’s for the big-hearted overachievers looking for balance in a chaotic world.
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Chapters:
00:00 Finding Balance in a Busy Life
02:20 For Anyone Still Figuring Out Their Life
04:52 The Spark of Social Entrepreneurship
07:44 Volunteering for a Mental Health Charity in Hong Kong
09:24 The Mental Health Conversation in Hong Kong
10:38 Toxic Masculinity
12:47 Building ISSIA HK: From Idea to 500+ Volunteers
15:31 Biggest Failure and Lessons Learnt
18:12 Cultural Transition: Hong Kong to London
20:04 Imposter Syndrome
21:12 Pressures of Youth Leadership
22:45 Path to the Diana Award
23:45 Personal Motivation for Social Impact
27:53 Advice for Introverts: Don’t Be Overlooked
30:12 Burnout and Balance
32:39 Resilience Through Rejection
35:45 Sacrifices for Success
38:26 Inspiration and Mental Health Strategies
Follow Reese Wong:
Website: https://www.reesewong.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reesewong1/
Please Note: This podcast is for general awareness and educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult with qualified mental health professionals for specific concerns. For free resources, visit https://www.mind.org.uk/.
