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Mar 2025
56m 26s

Fuckup Nights & Life Lessons: Maria Sibi...

Farah Shammas
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In this episode of Hotel Talk, we dive into an eye-opening conversation about failure, resilience, and personal growth. Our guest shares her journey from Ukraine to Cyprus, her experiences in marketing, and why Fuckup Nights is an event that celebrates the mistakes we all make.

We discuss how failures shape us more than successes, the lessons learned along the way, and why embracing our setbacks can lead to incredible opportunities. Join us for an inspiring and raw discussion about navigating life’s unexpected twists and turning fuckups into stepping stones for success!

 🔥 Join us at the next Fuckup Nights event on April 8th at Library Bar Limassol, starting at 19:00! Come share, listen, and realize that in the end, we all have the same hopes and fears. Let’s celebrate our fuckups together! ❤️

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