Overview:
In her compelling keynote, Palesa Mosiea shares her profound journey of overcoming adversity, rooted in her personal experiences with albinism—a condition that presented unique challenges from her childhood into her professional life. Palesa’s narrative is not just her story but a universal call to resilience, tailored to inspire corporate audiences to embrace diversity and harness personal challenges as catalysts for growth.
Objectives:
To Inspire: Palesa aims to uplift and motivate corporate audiences by sharing her life story, highlighting how she turned perceived limitations into strengths.
To Educate: Through her talk, she educates audiences about albinism, aiming to dispel myths and foster a deeper understanding and acceptance of diversity in the workplace.
To Empower: She provides practical strategies for individuals and organizations to build resilience and create supportive environments that nurture diverse talents.
Key Takeaways:
Palesa’s keynote is not just a talk but an experience that leaves the audience inspired, educated, and equipped to turn their own challenges into opportunities for growth. Her authenticity and practical insights make this session a transformative element of any corporate event, encouraging a shift towards a more inclusive and resilient organizational culture.
Palesa Mosiea epitomizes resilience, transformation, and achievement. A sought-after speaker and entrepreneur, she shares a compelling personal journey of overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. Palesa has built a thriving career spanning property investment, health and nutrition, and communications, blending business acumen with a passion for holistic well-being and empowerment.
Her talks inspire audiences to embrace change, pursue their dreams, and build confidence in every area of life. With deep expertise in entrepreneurship, leadership, personal branding, and women’s empowerment, Palesa equips individuals and organizations with the tools to unlock their potential and thrive. She emphasizes the critical link between health, fitness, and mental resilience, offering a holistic perspective that motivates people to live with energy, clarity, and purpose.
Authentic, articulate, and inspiring, Palesa Mosiea connects with diverse audiences through her engaging delivery style and practical insights. She has become a voice of empowerment, motivating individuals to not only envision a better future but to take actionable steps toward achieving it.
Palesa Mosiea epitomizes the essence of resilience and achievement. As a dynamic speaker, she delves into multifaceted topics including entrepreneurship, embracing change, the power of dreams, overcoming challenges, women empowerment, leadership, image and branding, confidence and assertiveness, as well as health and fitness.
With a compelling narrative rooted in her personal journey, Palesa inspires audiences worldwide to pursue their aspirations with unwavering determination. Palesa’s narrative is one of triumph over adversity. Despite facing significant obstacles, she has emerged as a beacon of hope and success in the realms of property, health and nutrition, and communications.
Her story is a testament to the belief that with dedication and perseverance, no goal is unattainable. Palesa’s journey serves as a blueprint for individuals striving to turn their dreams into reality.
With a comprehensive background spanning various industries, Palesa Mosiea brings a wealth of expertise to the table. As an entrepreneur, she has navigated the intricacies of the property market, demonstrating astute business acumen and strategic foresight.
Her ventures in health and nutrition underscore her commitment to holistic well-being, advocating for healthy lifestyles and wellness practices. In the realm of communications, Palesa’s proficiency shines through her adeptness in conveying messages with impact and resonance. Her ability to articulate complex ideas in a clear and engaging manner captivates audiences, fostering meaningful connections and facilitating knowledge dissemination. Palesa’s expertise extends beyond business realms. She is a fervent advocate for women empowerment, championing gender equality and inclusivity in all spheres of life.
Her leadership skills are exemplified through her initiatives aimed at nurturing emerging talents and fostering a culture of collaboration and support. Furthermore, Palesa’s insights into image and branding illuminate the importance of personal branding and its correlation with professional success.
Her guidance empowers individuals to cultivate an authentic personal brand that resonates with their values and aspirations. As a proponent of holistic well-being, Palesa emphasizes the interplay between physical fitness and mental resilience. Her holistic approach to health underscores the importance of nurturing both body and mind for optimal performance and fulfillment.
With a wealth of expertise spanning multiple industries, Palesa brings a unique perspective to the table, enriching events with her dynamic presence and engaging storytelling. Her commitment to excellence and professionalism, coupled with her unwavering passion for empowering others, makes her a sought-after speaker for events of all kinds.
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In this inspiring keynote, Palesa Mosiea shares her journey of living with albinism and overcoming prejudice, bullying, and doubt to achieve success in business, wellness, and life. She frames her story through the metaphor of an eagle raised among chickens—born to fly but held back by fear, environment, and limiting beliefs.
She recounts moments of deep struggle as a child, including bullying, isolation, and being told she would never drive due to her visual impairment. With resilience, creativity, and determination, Palesa defied every limitation—becoming a senior manager at just 23, revolutionizing boxing promotions, securing her dream BMW against the odds, and ultimately driving herself with the help of innovative bioptic technology.
Her talk emphasizes three key lessons:
Key Quotes
“Being different does not make me less. Being different is my superpower.”
“Sometimes even those who love us the most project their fears onto us.”
“Silence the negative voice and amplify the positive one—this is where self-love begins.”
Tone & Delivery
High-energy, humorous, and deeply authentic. Palesa blends vulnerability with powerful storytelling, taking audiences on a journey from tears to triumph.
Length
Approx. 45 minutes (condensed version available).
00:00 Host welcomes Palesa Mosiea to the Speakers Inc Global Showcase and hands over.
00:45 Palesa opens with the eagle-and-chickens story to illustrate unrealized potential.
02:20 First two attempts to make the eagle fly near the farmhouse fail due to familiar distractions.
04:10 On the mountain, with no chickens or farmhouse in sight, the eagle finally takes flight.
04:50 Palesa connects the metaphor to her life, growing up with albinism and facing bullying.
06:40 Teacher incident at assembly: “Why cry when they call you what you are?” Leads to breaking point.
08:40 Decision to stop crying, confronts bullies, claims “the best of both worlds” identity.
10:20 Myths and stigma around albinism, visual impairment, and nystagmus explained.
12:00 Dreaming of a BMW, banks refuse financing without a license; one bank agrees after persistence.
13:50 Years relying on drivers, repeated setbacks prompt a new goal: drive herself.
15:10 Finds a driver with albinism online who drives; discovers bioptic glasses solution.
16:30 Secures sponsorship for the costly glasses, achieves her goal, and starts driving.
17:50 Core lesson: outcomes are shaped by choices, not circumstances.
0:00 – 0:06 → A man looks for Cremora in the fridge, frustrated that he can’t find it.
0:07 – 0:18 → Narrator: “Cremora tastes so rich and creamy, you’d expect to find it in the fridge.”
0:19 – 0:25 → The man’s partner calls out: “Bundy, there’s no Cremora in the fridge!” He replies: “It’s not inside, it’s on top!”
0:26 – 0:30 → Pack shot of Nestlé Cremora with tagline.
In this short film for Nestlé Cremora’s inclusion campaign, motivational speaker Palesa Mosiea reflects on her personal journey with albinism and the challenges of belonging. As a child, she often felt excluded, teased by both black and white peers and questioned where she fit in. Over time, she realized she didn’t need to “belong” in the conventional sense but could embrace her uniqueness as a strength.
She recalls a pivotal moment in high school when she won a national public speaking competition. That victory was not just about the prize, it was the first time she felt seen and accepted for her abilities rather than her appearance.
For Palesa, participating in the Cremora campaign represents tangible progress. The message of inclusion goes beyond albinism, extending to LGBTQI+ communities, mixed-race couples, and all people facing bias. She concludes that true change begins with each of us choosing to be the change.
00:00 – 0:15 Palesa defines inclusion: being recognized for her abilities, not her condition.
00:16 – 0:45 Childhood struggles with albinism, bullying from both black and white peers, realization of having “the best of both worlds.”
00:46 – 1:20 High school public speaking competition win—first time feeling included, accepted, and valued for her skills.
01:21 – 1:45 Reflections on progress; Cremora campaign as a milestone for broader representation.
01:46 – 2:00 Closing message: true change begins by choosing to be the change.
Entrepreneurship, leadership, women empowerment, personal branding, resilience, health and wellness.
Yes. Her cross-industry background allows her to adapt insights for corporate, entrepreneurial, and community contexts.
Absolutely. Palesa facilitates interactive sessions on branding, wellness, and leadership development.
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