Running Through Life's Marathons - A Journey of Resilience and Optimism

Embark on a 12-minute journey of resilience and optimism with Tejaswini Pagadala's TEDx talk. Discover how she overcame an autoimmune disease diagnosis at 16 to become India's youngest political biographer and a successful communications leader. Follow her path from managing government crises to founding a start-up and transitioning into the corporate world. Learn how optimism, self-belief, and the discipline of running life's marathons helped her push beyond limits. Gain insights from Pagadala's diverse experiences in journalism, government relations, and corporate communications, including her role as Communications Officer at the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister's Office during Cyclone Hudhud. Explore her accomplishments as an author of bestselling books and her work in political campaigns. Be inspired by her current roles as Director of Communications & Marketing at TechDoQuest and leader of Pop-Up Media, a GenZ-focused media house. This independently organized TEDx talk offers valuable lessons on storytelling, leadership, and empowering communities through informed communication.

Running Through Life's Marathons: My Journey of Resilience & Optimism | Tejaswini Pagadala | TEDxVCE