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“I actually started modeling in Ethiopia, because that's where I grew up, and I started out by just doing little fashion shows for school, and I liked it so much that I started pursuing it.” quote by Liya Kebede
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“I actually started modeling in Ethiopia, because that's where I grew up, and I started out by just doing little fashion shows for school, and I liked it so much that I started pursuing it.”

Liya Kebede

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Source Interview: 2022 Vogue feature, 2022

I began modeling in Ethiopia, starting with school fashion shows, and pursued it passionately.

In simple terms: Modeling started in Ethiopia, grew from school shows.

Key Takeaway

Follow early passions.

Themes

career culture modeling

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

career personal development

When to use this quote

  • fashion industry
  • education outreach
  • cultural representation
  • personal branding

Key Concepts

entrepreneurship identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How did local culture shape your style?
  • What challenges did you face early on?
A Different Perspective

Limited resources can hinder early growth.

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