--- title: "Mindset & Musings: Motivational Speaker & Storyteller in Mumbai" description: "Looking for a motivational speaker? Explore my mindset and musings, where I share real, actionable life lessons through storytelling and Hinglish poetry for events." canonical: https://mytribe.in/nancy.on.stage/keynote-motivational-speaking/mindset-musings last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Mindset & Musings: Real Life Lessons Through Storytelling Tribe Verified · 10 years of professional speaking experience By [Nancy Shah](https://mytribe.in/nancy.on.stage) · Available online and travels across India for speaking engagements · ₹15K per session (60 mins) (estimate) Part of [Keynote & Motivational Speaking](https://mytribe.in/nancy.on.stage/keynote-motivational-speaking). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/nancy.on.stage/keynote-motivational-speaking/gallery) Practical wisdom on finding your inner strength, navigating career shifts, and breaking through the noise, shared with honesty and a touch of Hinglish. ## Photos and videos - [Video: When you fall, will you stay down or find the courage to get up again? It's hard, but only you can pull yourself out. This is a reminder to get up, start again, and keep walking towards your destination, no matter how long it takes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0639ed4d-b488-417e-af05-057df599bff6) - ![A simple question to make you think: Do you believe your first impression matters? It's the opening line of your personal story, and it sets the tone for everything that follows.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/df5c48ac-9899-4ff4-ae4d-0b4cf97187fe) - ![Your confidence is your biggest and brightest accessory. I believe in wearing it every single day, whether I'm on stage as an event anchor or conducting a corporate training session.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/563dde8c-1c48-4b16-bff5-b6153ec4fd76) - ![To do or not to do something is completely a choice, isn't it? Every decision we make, big or small, shapes our path. It's a simple but powerful thought I often reflect on.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55440543-7a93-41cb-8bf6-d6b76c24baa5) - ![A professional portrait. Behind every smile and every successful event is a person driven by passion and a relentless desire to connect and inspire.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/697785b8-8b83-48e8-918d-27b258b29583) - [Video: Humility is a hallmark of true greatness. Seeing Amitabh Bachchan and his family humbly wait for MS Dhoni's family to have their photos taken is a powerful lesson. Your behavior, your basic manners, speak volumes about your character.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5ea0ce1-e03b-4697-abb3-41c8c41956fc) - [Video: Rohit Sharma tasting the pitch after the World Cup win was a small gesture with a huge meaning. It showed his deep love for the game and the ground he conquered. Sometimes, the smallest non-verbal cues communicate the most powerful emotions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6f05c54a-958e-4629-82c8-93239c4026c6) - [Video: We all have moments of feeling lazy and unproductive. I recently broke out of a month-long slump by simply changing my workspace. A new environment with positive vibes can give you a fresh perspective and get your momentum back.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6127ba06-890a-478e-ad7d-fed8972aae4f) - [Video: Hopelessness is one of the biggest challenges we can face. My three-step plan to break free is: change your motion to change your emotion, prepare for the worst-case scenario, and accept reality to start moving forward.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5ad70142-40b2-4f70-a9e2-2e90adcf5005) - [Video: When you're confused and overthinking, just take a deep breath and remind yourself to deal with each day, one at a time. This simple advice has helped me navigate some of my most challenging moments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c9f1fb9-9b4a-4919-a82d-7f276ef4ce92) - [Video: It took me 10 years to turn my passion for speaking into my profession. I never imagined people would pay me for what I love to do. If you're sitting on the sidelines with a dream, I urge you to take your first step today.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ba07f38-392f-40e8-8000-2e208ebb7047) ## About Mindset & Musings If you are looking for a speaker who cuts through the corporate jargon and talks like a human, let's connect. I focus on actionable mindset shifts—using anecdotes, poetry, and personal experiences—rather than empty inspiration. Whether it's overcoming imposter syndrome, balancing career with motherhood, or simply finding the courage to start, I break down the 'how' so your audience leaves with practical tools instead of just a temporary high. My approach to these sessions is simple: we go beyond the surface. When you book me for a keynote or workshop, you aren't getting a rehearsed script; you're getting a curated narrative based on the specific challenges your team or audience is facing. ### My Core Themes * **Finding Your Inner Eagle:** We often dim our own light. I talk about the mindset required to stop living like a 'chicken' and start owning your potential, regardless of societal expectations. * **The Power of Perspective:** Using analogies like the pencil or the cracked pot, I help people reframe their failures as necessary steps in their journey. This is about changing your motion to change your emotion. * **Balancing Ambition & Reality:** I share the honest, messy truth about juggling professional aspirations with personal life. We talk about the 'log kya kahenge' (what will people say) pressure and how to navigate it without losing yourself. ### Why This Approach Works My sessions are designed to be interactive. We use: * **Hinglish Storytelling:** I mix English and Hindi to ensure the message hits home, keeping the mood light but the impact heavy. * **Real-World Analogies:** No complex theories, just relatable stories that people actually remember the next day. * **Theatrical Elements:** Poetry recitation and dramatic voice modulation keep the energy high from start to finish. Whether you are hosting a leadership off-site in Mumbai or a virtual webinar for a global team, my goal is to spark conversations that last long after I step off the stage. ## About Nancy Shah I believe life is like a pencil—it’s what’s on the inside that counts. I spent a decade turning my passion for the stage into a career where I help others find their own voice. Whether I’m hosting an event or speaking at a college fest, my focus remains the same: real, honest connection. 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