Relocation as a cure for talent suppression | Alicia Butler Pierre | TEDxViikki

At the beginning of his musical career, one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time struggled financially due to constant talent suppression. Had he not left his hometown and accepted a chance opportunity to perform abroad, the world may never have known his musical genius.
Similarly, Alicia Butler Pierre, whose talents have often been described as “unorthodox,” and “eclectic,” found that traveling within and outside her country accelerated her career. She’s coined a specific term to describe this effect where relocating allows otherwise obscure talents to be recognized, respected, and rewarded.
In her talk, Alicia will reveal the name of this relocation effect. She’ll also explore the science behind this phenomenon while sharing her story to make the case for seeking new environments to find a spotlight for your talent.
Alicia Butler Pierre is the founder and CEO of Equilibria, Inc., a 19-year-old operations management training and consulting firm. She designs business infrastructure to scale and increase enterprise value for fast-growing small businesses. Host of the weekly Business Infrastructure: Curing Back Office Blues podcast which ranks in the top 2% in the world with listeners in over 70 countries. In 2023, the
Process Excellence Network recognized her as a Top 50 Global Thought Leader in Operational Excellence. She serves on the boards of three education-focused organizations as well as the USA Chair for the G100’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. She’s also an adjunct instructor of Lean Principles at Purdue University and the author of the two-time Amazon bestseller, Behind the Façade: How to Structure Company Operations for Sustainable Success. Combined, her online content has over a million views and downloads across various platforms. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@gladysjimenez1017]

Very inspiring, Alicia. I am inspired by your Jimmy Hendrix story. Relocating allows you to expand your network and learn knowledge you otherwise would have never known. I believe in following your gut. I relocated to England after college for a while, and then Colorado in 2016, and I still keep in touch with people from both places.

[@EquilibriaInc]

That's a great point @gladysjimenez1017! Relocating is a great way to quickly expand your network. There's so much that I learned once I moved to a new area including careers that I didn't know existed. It opened my eyes to all kinds of possibilities.

[@terrancedurousseau6440]

I like that you coined a new phrase (the Jimi Effect) and based your whole speech around it!

[@EquilibriaInc]

Thank you so much @terrancedurousseau6440! Wish I could have put the name in this video's title.

[@sabormusicenterprises3862]

This was AWESOME! The Hendrix Effect is REAL!!! Especially for today's Entrepreneur.

[@EquilibriaInc]

Thank you so much @sabormusicenterprises3862! Glad you agree!

[@DD-fh4qg]

Wow! This is so inspirational- Great job Alicia 👏

[@EquilibriaInc]

Thank you @DD-fh-4qg!

[@denirocollings4467]

Alicia Butler Pierre delivers an incredibly insightful and inspiring talk on how relocation can be a catalyst for uncovering and amplifying hidden talents. Her storytelling and research-backed insights make a compelling case for stepping out of comfort zones to find true professional growth. Plus, her poised and professional presence on stage only adds to the impact of her message-such an engaging and thought-provoking TEDx talk!

[@lincolnmessier1840]

Wow, she's so right, can't think of anyone famous or successful that just stayed in the place they grew up in.

[@saqualiousfinglenut5426]

Very inspirational, loved it!!

[@EquilibriaInc]

Thank you @saqualiousfinglenut5426!

[@malikjato6540]

Educative, informative, inspiring and helpful talk by @Alicia. Thank you and congratulations 🎉 ❤❤❤

[@EquilibriaInc]

Thank you so much, @malikjato6540

[@rabiasalas7410]

Had no idea it was so hard to get accepted by TEDx, 150 applications. and this was a great talk!

[@ForrestTuff]

Exceptional presentation, Alicia! It has been a privilege to witness your growth and expansion over the past seven years. Congratulations on delivering such an inspiring talk and on your remarkable entrepreneurial journey.

[@franshaun]

Inspirational! I love it!!

[@EquilibriaInc]

Thank you @franshaun!

[@alvindonaldson8518]

Great job! Loved the presentation!❤

[@EquilibriaInc]

Thank you @alvindonaldson8518

[@geoffroyira8666]

Great one Alicia👋

[@nadiaferchichi]

Many of us think we're not good enough to pursue what we love.

[@juanlsalazar]

Got a friend that has lived all over the world, but I think they keep moving because they aren't truly happy, probably just running from their problems.

[@erikashik]

Wait, nearly 50? Damn the years have been kind to you.

[@Soo-Zoo]

Perhaps we need to relocate is because people take where they are and who they're with for granted.

[@n-san-eye_t]

Extremely disappointed in myself for not working who she was talking about earlier.

[@paulpasquale1473]

Gives a new meaning to get out of town, lol