This talk teaches us to learn to be authentic in all of our endeavours. You cannot pour from an empty cup, so when you have embraced authenticity, you should learn to empower others Titilayo Oshodi is the Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Climate Change Initiative. She is a highly accomplished administrator who has successfully transitioned from a career in marketing and communications to become an organisational management executive, social reformer, and youth advocate. 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