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There’s a scene in The Devil Wears Prada that sticks with me. It’s during one of the big fashion events. Miranda Priestly stands like a queen at court while important guests file in. As each person approaches, her assistants quietly feed her their names, job titles, and personal details. She smiles, greets them effortlessly, and moves on. Appearing omniscient. Polished. In full command. But all that presence, all that power? It’s propped up by the two people just behind her. They’ve done the research. They’ve memorised the details. They’re keeping the show running, invisibly. For years, that was me.
Behind the Scenes, Holding It Together
In most of my past roles, I was the one who made things work. Not the one expected to be seen. I managed events, diaries, logistics, briefings, bookings, documents. Other people stood at the front. I held the structure together behind them. I liked it that way. I don’t need a stage. I don’t love being photographed. I’ve never wanted to walk into a room and command it. That’s not how I work and it’s not how I think trust is built. So when I started my own business, the hardest part wasn’t the admin or the tech. It was being visible.
The Myth of “Showing Up”
When people say “you have to show up online,” they often mean record videos, post constantly, share everything. But “showing up” doesn’t have to mean performing. It can mean being present and consistent. Useful. Respectful of people’s time. Just like I am with my clients. I’ve had to practise sharing more of myself, and I’ve learned to write posts like this one. I’m still getting used to it. But I don’t believe in shouting to be heard. I believe in showing that I know what I’m doing, and proving it without fanfare.
Working With, Not Against, My Nature
I’m an introvert. I need recovery time after meetings. I think before I speak. I can absolutely lead a project or facilitate a discussion. But I won’t be the loudest voice in the room. I’ll be the one who’s already anticipated the next step. Running my own business means I get to work in a way that respects that. I don’t do work as a performance. I don’t manufacture energy I don’t have. I work with clients who understand that calm, focused, reliable support often beats the loudest brand in the room. If you want someone to dance around in a reel, I’m not your person. If you want someone to keep your project, inbox, team, or schedule under control without drama? That I can do.
Quiet Doesn’t Mean Passive
Just because I’m not always posting doesn’t mean I’m not working. Just because I’m not pitching daily doesn’t mean I don’t have clients. Just because I don’t talk over people doesn’t mean I don’t have something to say. Being quietly good at what you do isn’t a flaw. It’s a strength. Especially in business. I don’t need to be centre stage. I just need to be trusted to deliver. And I’ve earned that.