Top 5 Pockets of Wisdom from Major Boss Ladies

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At the February 24 Create & Cultivate conference, thousands of women from all walks of the professional spectrum congregated in Los Angeles to meet, network, and find inspiration in themselves and through others.

A number of celebrity female panelists encouraged attendees to find the best versions of themselves via inspiring words of wisdom. Here’s a look at some of the best advice from some of your favorite lady boss celebs:

“Know your power. Know your worth… [but] be a pleasant person to work with.” —Kim Kardashian West

“I don’t think you should strive to be perfect, or seek people’s approval, but I think there’s something to be said about wanting people to look up to you… and have a career like you… You should care how you are perceived… how your words come out of your mouth.” —Chrissy Teigen

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“Have the right to say ‘no.’… Always listen to that little gut.” —Molly Sims

“I don’t want to live for my Instagram… You will start living a dull, monotonous life.” —Nina Dobrev

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“What I’ve learned in my life is that the biggest [rewards] come from the biggest risks.” —Maria Hatzistefanis