#1 Female Creator Worldwide 🌎 | CEO & Founder of BetterMe, Health Coach, Harvard Guest Speaker, Forbes 30 Under 30. On a mission to create an inclusive, healthier world

With an Executive Program from Stanford University Graduate School of Business, my journey has led me to become the CEO & Founder of BetterMe. At BetterMe, we've achieved global recognition by focusing on inclusive, affordable, and fun wellness solutions. My competencies in analytical skills, strategy, and market research have been pivotal in driving our mission.

The BetterMe team is dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle that is accessible to all, from individual users to entire organizations. Driven by my belief in the transformative power of inclusive wellness solutions, we’ve developed innovative programs like anywhere pilates, yoga, and stress relief workouts. 

BetterMe now extends these solutions to workplaces, empowering companies to foster healthier, more productive teams. We are committed to transforming lives and building a culture that values diverse perspectives and empowers our community to lead healthier, more balanced lives!

Victoria Repa

One phrase can launch a person’s career faster than years of learning. 

(And we say it out loud far too rarely)

Most of the time, it’s not loud words.
It’s short support, said at the right time.

Not “You can do it.” 
Not motivational speeches.

But simple, precise words in the right moment:

→ “You’re ready enough to try.”
→ “Rest is part of productivity.”
→ “You have a right to boundaries.”
→ “A mistake is data, not a verdict.”
→ “You don’t have to carry this alone.”
→ “You don’t have to be perfect to grow.”

Most of us have had people who supported us 
when we doubted ourselves, minimized what we felt, or stayed silent.

Sometimes one sentence from someone you trust:

↳ removes shame
↳ helps you choose yourself
↳ gives you your footing back
↳ gives you the courage to say “no” or to ask for help

It’s not “motivational” phrases that change people.
It’s honest words, spoken when they’re truly needed.

And the most important part:

Be that person for someone else. 
Don’t wait until they break to support them.

Sometimes it’s enough to say:

“You’re doing great. I believe in you.”

Who has been that kind of support for you one sentence or one decision?
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Even with the best strategy, you can fail at one thing.

(And it can ruin the entire business)

It’s how you treat people.
And it always comes back around.

You can change your KPIs.
You can change your priorities.
You can change your processes.

But one thing remains predictable:

People remember what it felt like to work with you.

Specifically:

• Did you listen, even when it was uncomfortable?
• Did you notice the effort and not just the outcome?
• Did you bring clarity instead of looking for someone to blame?
• Did you have the team’s back when the pressure was at its peak?

If the answers are positive, 
that “memory” becomes a business advantage.

It turns into:

→ Better decisions.
→ Faster alignment.
→ Earlier risk signals.
→ Stronger retention.
→ More honest updates.

Treating people well isn’t about being soft.

It’s about being intentional.
It’s choosing long term effectiveness over short term tension.

Because you can push a team with pressure.
But you can only sustain it through how you treat people.

Treat people well.

It’s the only investment that never loses value.

What did a leader do that made you want to work at your best?
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One of the best things you can do in life…

Build a habit of gratitude for what you already have.

We want big results.

But most of what makes them possible is already here.
And we don’t notice it because it became routine.

We normalize:

→ a role that matters
→ people who trust you
→ work that challenges you
→ wins that once felt impossible
→ mistakes that turn into lessons
→ skills you once dreamed of having

Gratitude doesn’t lower standards.
It increases resilience.

It helps leaders stay calm under pressure, 
and helps teams stay motivated through uncertainty.

Here are 5 simple ways to practice gratitude at work:

1/ Thank one person specifically.

2/ Notice progress, not perfection.

3/ Treat hard tasks as trust, not punishment.

4/ Start your day by naming one opportunity today.

5/ End the day by naming one step you moved forward.

What you call “normal” is your progress in action,
step by step toward the outcome.

Gratitude brings motivation back when it’s hard. 

And it reminds you: 
your “normal” day is someone’s dream.

What part of your normal workday are you most grateful for right now?
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Don’t build your future on one role.

Invest in what always stays with you.

Most people chase things they can lose overnight.

A title. 
A contract. 
A company. 
A “stable” plan. 
Someone’s approval.

But real power is different.

It’s what stays with you when everything around you changes.

Work on the things people can’t take away from you:

Your skills. 
Your body. 
Your mindset. 
Your character. 
Your work ethic. 
Your knowledge.

Because this is the foundation.

→ Character builds trust.
→ Skills make you adaptable.
→ Mindset protects your focus.
→ Work ethic creates momentum.
→ A strong body gives you energy.
→ Knowledge makes you valuable anywhere.

This is what turns uncertainty into confidence.

Not because life gets easier.
But because you become unstoppable.

Which of these are you building in yourself right now and why?
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Work on the things people can't take away from you:

Your skills Your body Your mindset Your character Your work ethic Your knowledge

This is how you become unstoppable.

Victoria Repa
BetterMe

When toxicity is ignored, the message is clear:

“Results come before respect.”

And that message always comes at a cost.

When disrespect becomes acceptable in pursuit of goals,
the team shifts into self-protection mode.

Less initiative.
More politics.
More burnout.

And then it’s not only people who suffer.
Results suffer too.

Workplace toxicity isn’t about:

→ Deadlines
→ High standards
→ Direct feedback

Workplace toxicity is about:

↳ Humiliation
↳ Fear over trust
↳ Dismissiveness
↳ Lack of support
↳ Excessive control
↳ Passive aggression
↳ Boundary violations
↳ Punishment for honesty

The strongest cultures don’t lower standards.

They replace:

Control with clarity.
Suspicion with trust.
Silence with support.

Teams that consistently deliver can:
move fast, work hard, handle pressure.

But they can’t thrive where there’s no respect.

Which of these signals destroys performance the fastest, in your view?
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The biggest trap in leadership:

Putting goals above people.

Because how you lead shapes how your team performs.

You can push a deadline through.

But when you lead through pressure and fear, 
the team gets drained.

Leadership won’t “turn on” when you suddenly need it.
It either raises performance or quietly breaks it.

And the team starts paying the price:

↳ burnout
↳ loss of initiative
↳ fear of making mistakes
↳ silence instead of honesty

Here are 4 foundations of true leadership:

1. Empathy 

Hearing the whole person, not just the task update.
It clarifies what’s happening and improves decisions.

2. Kindness 

Giving feedback with care, not shame.
It makes it easier to speak up, learn, and improve fast.

3. Integrity 

Same rules for everyone.
It lowers tension and saves time on unnecessary noise.

4. Responsibility 

Owning decisions, pace, and culture.
It replaces blame with conditions for growth.

Goal achievement doesn’t come from the most pressure.

It happens when you lead in a way that helps people:

↳ learn fast
↳ stay resourced
↳ speak the truth
↳ take ownership

Strong teams don’t happen by accident.

They’re built by leaders who practice these foundations daily.

Which of these foundations do you want to strengthen most in yourself right now?
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When work gets hard, one thing changes everything.

Just 10 minutes of genuine attention.

The impact is stronger than any strategy.

Because people don’t need perfect coworkers.
They need human ones.

And kindness is what can keep a team together.

When kindness is missing, 
the team goes into toxic mode.

And then everything drops: 
initiative, speed, accountability.

So the fastest way to bring the energy back is simple: 
make people feel seen.

You don’t need a retreat.
You don’t need a new policy.

Sometimes a few minutes is enough.

Here are 12 acts of kindness that take just 10 mins:

1/ Bring in a small treat for your team.

2/ Offer to grab a coffee for someone who’s working hard.

3/ Compliment a coworker’s effort or work.

4/ Share a useful resource with your team.

5/ Thank your manager for their support.

6/ Simply smile and greet everyone warmly.

7/ Send a thank-you email to a helpful colleague.

8/ Check in on a stressed coworker.

9/ Write a quick LinkedIn recommendation.

10/ Highlight a colleague’s expertise in public.

11/ Praise someone’s idea in a meeting.

12/ Invite a new coworker for lunch or coffee.

None of these actions look “big.”

But together, they create big outcomes:

↳ build trust
↳ reduce tension
↳ help people feel seen
↳ keep strong people close

Because people don’t stay for bonuses.
They stay where they feel humanity.

Try just one today.
And watch what changes.

What’s the smallest act of kindness that once supported you the most?
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The most common myths about success sounds like this:

→ You need a lucky break.
→ You need exceptional talent.
→ You need to be in the right place at the right time.

But success is built on everyday skills.
Most people just don’t practice them consistently.

Here are the most underrated skills for success:

S — Strategy See beyond today and plan for the long game.

U — Upskilling Keep upgrading your skills regularly.

C — Consistency Improve 1% every day with small consistent actions.

C — Collaboration Grow through strong partnerships and teamwork.

E — Execution Turn ideas into finished work, not endless plans.

S — Self-control Do what matters, even when motivation is low.

S — Sustainability Progress without exhaustion or burnout.

If you master these skills, you won’t just grow faster. 
You’ll build stable, long-term results.

Start with one skill this week and practice it daily.

What’s the most underrated skill that changed your career?
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After 500+ conversations with leaders, I learned one thing:

Strong leadership isn’t measured by the number of meetings you run.

It’s measured by the connections you maintain.

Most workplace relationships don’t “break.”
They fade.

Not because people don’t care.
But because the calendar wins.

Slack replaces real contact.
Meetings replace moments.
And “I’ll message later” turns into months.

So here’s one of the highest-ROI leadership habits:

Make it a habit to reach out to people just because they crossed your mind.

Not when there’s a problem.
Not when performance drops.
Not when you need something.

Just a quick check-in that says:
“I thought of you.”

This does more than being “nice.” 
It:

↳ builds trust across teams
↳ creates a culture where asking for help feels normal
↳ helps people feel seen before they start drifting away
↳ stops small misunderstandings from turning into friction

And it takes 30 seconds.
Try one today:

“You crossed my mind. How are you?”
“Your idea helped more than you think.”
“Quick note: I noticed your effort. Thank you.”

Leadership isn’t only about direction.
It’s also about connection.

Because teams don’t stay strong on strategy alone.
They stay strong on relationships.

What simple habit helps you stay connected with people at work?
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The Systems Guy • Follow me for systems on health, wealth, and free time ⚡ Cornell MBA • 2M+ audience

Hi, I'm Ben Meer.

Tired of non-actionable life advice, I started writing online in February 2022.

Here are the results:

→ Built social audience from 0 to 2M+ (across IG, LinkedIn, and X) 
→ Grew 0 to 690K+ followers on LinkedIn in 21 months
→ Scaled newsletter—System Sunday—from 0 to 270K+ subscribers

There are 2 primary ways I can help you:

1) System Sunday Newsletter

Most people don't know how to build life systems to accelerate personal growth. So I created a weekly newsletter that teaches these systems (it's free). Subscribe to unlock new levels of wealth, health, and freedom.

→ Try it: benmeer.com/ss

2) Archimedes [Coaching]

Access the most exclusive members' club for LinkedIn thought leaders. Get the proven systems, resources, and community to 10x your personal brand. 

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Ben Meer

This recent quote from a neuroscientist hit me hard.

It reveals a simple (but essential) truth about your brain:

It can grow, rewire, and adapt far longer than most people think.

In other words, biology isn’t the bottleneck to making progress in life. 

Belief is.

And Stanford Psychology professor Carol Dweck’s research supports this.

She discovered that individuals with a growth mindset:

Make more money throughout their career,
report less stress and anxiety, 
and are more resilient in the face of failure.

Here are 7 practical ways to adopt this growth mindset:

1. When facing a challenge, break it into smaller steps instead of expecting instant progress.

2. When receiving feedback, treat it as data to improve, not a judgment of your ability.

3. When comparing yourself to others, study what works for them and apply it to your own life.

4. When failure happens, use it to adjust your approach instead of questioning yourself.

5. When time feels limited, focus on small improvements that compound over time.

6. When uncertainty shows up, treat it as time to experiment rather than a reason to quit.

7. When defining success, measure it by effort and progress instead of raw talent.

Your current mindset doesn’t have to be permanent. 

Adopt this system, and you can rewire your brain for long-term progress.

Rooting for you. 

Quote credit: Dr. Dominic Ng via Substack
 
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This 36-second clip hits hard.

It reveals a simple truth about success in business (and life):

The only person you need permission from to achieve your dreams? 

Yourself.

Quick story:

When I was working my 9-5 consulting job, I felt stuck.
Like I wasn’t even close to my full potential. 

So I bet on myself and started posting online (while still working full-time).

It’s the best decision I’ve ever made. 

That choice has led me to build an audience of over 2 million amazing people, become friends with creators I used to admire from afar, and eventually leave my 9-5.

But most of all, it made me feel like I was finally reaching my potential. 

Because here’s the thing about writing online:

It’s permissionless.
There’s no gatekeeper.
You get to choose to start pursuing your own dreams.

So if you’re ready to start your online creator journey,
Jade Bonacolta and I created Archimedes for people who feel the same pull.

It’s a private community where I share the exact systems I used to grow my LinkedIn to 830K+ followers and build a 7-figure creator business. 

Our next cohort starts January 26 and enrollment closes Friday.

👉 Read member success stories and apply today (takes ~3 minutes): https://lnkd.in/gQFp-YaF 

Video credit: Vinh Quang Giang on IG

Confidence isn’t having all the answers.
It’s knowing you’ll eventually find them.

Things move quickly.
Opportunities don’t stick around.
Waiting for perfect information is a losing game.

That’s where the 70% Rule comes in:

When you have roughly 70% of what you need, act.
The remaining 30% shows up once you’re already moving.

Jeff Bezos swears by this principle. 
Especially because most decisions aren’t permanent,
and momentum matters more than perfection.

One of the strongest beliefs you can develop:

“I can figure this out.”

Not “I know it all.”
Not “I’ve thought of every scenario.”
Simply: “I can figure this out.”

That belief reshapes how you handle:

• Career decisions
• Hard conversations
• Personal growth
• Setbacks you didn’t plan for

So next time you’re 70% ready, take the leap.
Clarity tends to follow action.

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7 powerful ideas to carry with you in 2026:

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7 Powerful Ideas To Carry With You in 2026:

The best days don’t start in the morning.

They start the night before. 

9 evening practices that set you up for success:

1. End your workday with a dedicated shutdown ritual.
2. Plan tomorrow using 3:3:3: 3 hours deep work, 3 shorter tasks, 3 maintenance activities.
3. Write down 1 beautiful life moment.
4. Lay out tomorrow’s outfit.
5. Prep healthy snacks. 
6. Charge your phone in a different room from where you sleep.
7. Do the dishes and tidy your kitchen.
8. Calm your nervous system with 4-7-8 breathing: Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7, and exhale for 8.
9. Prime your subconscious with a question before sleep.

Life gets better when you build momentum the night before.

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I had to reread this McKinsey stat (it blew my mind):

High performers deliver 800% more output than average employees.

9 proven tips to retain top talent:

1. Overpay to keep your top performers
2. Make recognition the default
3. Listen to what energizes your team and lean into it
4. Address toxic behavior immediately
5. Be soft on the person and hard on the problem
6. Trust people with as much autonomy as possible
7. Implement meeting-free days
8. Normalize frequent feedback
9. Remove friction to let your top people thrive

The age of pizza parties and ping-pong tables as retention strategies is over. 

Use these 9 tips to invest meaningfully in your highest performers,
and they’ll reinvest in the business tenfold.

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How to accelerate your career in the first 6 months of 2026.

Read these books for a personal MBA:

How to accelerate your career in 2026:

9 timeless pieces of advice to level up in business (and life):

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9 timeless ideas to level up in business and life:

I’ve worked with 1,000+ professionals over the years.

Here are 10 subtle habits that drive career success:

1. Focus on getting stuff done and being easy to work with.

2. Build unshakeable self-worth with a job that pays you for the value you create. 

3. Remember that what you work on and who it’s with is more important than just working hard. 

4. Become a generalist by building a powerful stack of complementary skills. 

5. Use the 4-bullet update (what was asked, what you did, the risks/blockers, and what you’d do with more time) to impress your manager. 

6. Embrace your unique quirks—they aren’t flaws—they’re your competitive advantage.

7. Cut out any gossip or complaining, including the individuals who always bring it up to you. 

8. Prioritize your brain health by hydrating, taking long walks, eating nutrient-dense food, and having a strong appetite for rest. 

9. Remember names you come across. You will stand out. 

10. Always lift others up and celebrate their wins: success is never a zero-sum game. 

The biggest career breakthroughs rarely come from one bold move.

They come from stacking these small, subtle habits over time. 

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The highest form of currency in business (and life):

Respect.

But most people try to earn it the wrong way.

They show up only for big moments or think they need to be the smartest person in the room.

Those who have respect understand where it actually comes from:

• Making people feel seen, heard, and remembered.
• Putting your phone away during every conversation.
• Cleaning up after dinner parties when you don’t have to
• And the other 16 actions in this cheat sheet. 

Respect isn’t won in the big moments.
It accumulates through small, consistent action.

Especially when no one is keeping score. 

♻️ Repost to help others earn more respect.
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I grew my newsletter to 250k+ subscribers.

Here’s 4 tactics I used (steal them to grow yours):

1. Create a free lead magnet
2. Optimize your social media bios
3. Build a referral engine
4. Swap with other newsletter creators

One last thing…

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