Sophia Kanavos Reveals the Secret to Success! Is Authenticity the Key?!

Why So Serious? A Conference for the Ladies!

Listen up it's me Cristiano Ronaldo! Usually I'm talking about scoring goals showing off my abs (because let's be honest who doesn't love them?) and yelling 'SIUUUUU!' But today I'm talking about something almost as important: empowering women in business! I read about this Sophia Kanavos she started the Women's Power Series because she was tired of the usual boring expensive conferences dominated by men. Honestly 2500 dollars?! I wouldn't even pay that much to watch myself play (okay maybe I would). She wanted something for women by women and I have respect for that. As I always say 'Your love makes me strong. Your hate makes me unstoppable.' And clearly Sophia is unstoppable! I respect that!

Half Day Heroics: Not All Heroes Wear Capes!

So she creates this half day conference at prices that doesn't make you think you're buying a yacht! And get this – 100% of the money goes to charity! That's what I call a team player! It reminds me of my own charitable work; Remember when I auctioned off my Golden Boot for a great cause? Giving back is important. Being the best isn't just about what you do on the field; it's about what you do off it too. I find it so admirable that it's for women and to help other women it shows a lot of character.

Authenticity? Is that even Portuguese?

Now Sophia mentions the biggest lesson she's learned: 'stay authentic.' Authenticity huh? Is that even Portuguese? Just kidding! But seriously it's about being yourself. No faking it 'til you make it like some players on the pitch (you know who you are!). Lydia Fenet the auctioneer really hit home on this point. If you aren't being you why even bother? It's like me trying to play golf I need to be Cristiano Ronaldo and play soccer instead.

Show Up as You Are Even If You're CR7

Sophia mentions that authenticity helps build trust and credibility. If I tried to be someone else would I have all my fans chanting 'SIUUUUU!'? No! Being yourself is powerful! I would know everyone wants to be me! When you are you no one can copy you! People want to know the real you not what you think they want you to be!

Support System: Not Just for Injured Knees

Working in a family business Sophia feels like she needs to be exactly like her parents. But guess what? We all have our own strengths! You gotta play to those! And sometimes you gotta ask for help. Even I need help from my teammates! No one scores a goal alone! The important thing is to have a good team around you.

New Career? Why Not!?

So you want a new career? A better one? Apparently CNBC has a course on that. I stick to soccer but hey whatever floats your boat! The moral of the story whether you are looking for a new career or trying to build a business or trying to be the best soccer player in the world authenticity networking and knowing when to ask for help are key. Just remember stay hungry stay foolish and always believe in yourself... just like I believe in myself! SIUUUUU!