We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Myka Smith a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Myka , we’re so excited for our community to get to know you and learn from your journey and the wisdom you’ve acquired over time. Let’s kick things off with a discussion on self-confidence and self-esteem. How did you develop yours?
I developed my self confidence and self esteem by pursuing my goals and dreams relentlessly, passionately and loudly. I knew what I wanted in life and I just don’t let me falling keep me down, I get up every time and I build myself back up again through Gods plan and will for me.
Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
My name is Myka Smith 32 years old from Akron Ohio. I am the founder and owner of Born to Dance330 Academy and Tk dance team. I am also a creative director and mentor. I’ve taught dance for about 15 years now and my focus is to give back to my community and be an inspiration for all. Giving the youth a place to build confidence, character and self worth has always been the goal and a great accomplishment that I have done it and still is . I’ve taught many many students over the years and I loved every moment of helping them.We are expanding into a second location in a different city and I’m excited to give back in those communities as well . Be on the lookout for our upcoming dance recital dec17th at the civic theatre Akron Ohio.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
3 skills that were impactful in my journey was professionalism, strong work ethic and leadership. Advice I would give to those in their early journey is to always stay professional when others aren’t your character is important people Will remember you by your character, be a leader and not follower it’s your goal/ dreams so fulfill your purpose, and lastly always work hard no matter what and don’t give up in the process. Falling is ok ,starting over is ok, pick yourself up and be your best.
What has been your biggest area of growth or improvement in the past 12 months?
My biggest area of growth has been improving my emotional intelligence when it’s comes to self awareness, relationships and business.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://borntodance330talent.com/
- Instagram: Myka_dancegoddess
- Facebook: Myka Smith
- Youtube: Borntodance330Tk
- Other: Business ig : @borntodance330_tkent
Image Credits
Photographer : Ellis Floyd
