FACE OF THE WEEK
Face Of The Week: Va’rai Unique, serial entrepreneur and motivational speaker
Va’rai Unique is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy & has been a certified NLP/Mindset specialist for over 10 years. Va’rai also has an extensive history of connecting the right people/organisations, promoting business growth, fostering company culture, & elevating business strategy by providing proven solutions necessary for organizations to thrive. She provides this with hands-on personal guidance while consulting to ensure sustainable success. Advising some of worlds high level executives, top private sector firms and dynamic social impact initiatives including but not limited to; The Children’s Society, Safehouses, Shell, London Electricity, Google x I Am Remarkable, Watts Community Centre, Hillsong Church (London and Los Angeles).
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Tell us about yourself
My name is Va’rai Unique, a prolific motivational speaker, author and serial entrepreneur, with businesses within the arts and entertainment industry. I’m born and raised in London (UK), but now living in sunny Los Angeles.
Outside of public speaking, which one of your businesses keeps you most active? I run a public relations and branding agency. My team is full of exceptionally talented individuals and we have worked with some dynamic brands and extraordinary individuals. It is by far one of the most rewarding and fast paced businesses I own.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is your favorite thing about yourself?
My favorite thing about myself is my exuberant energy which is highly contagious, my tenacity to always succeed and my ability to find humor in everything, because what is life without laughter?
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What separates you from others who are in the same industry?
What separates me from others is my ability to captivate, transform and liberate everyone I engage with. These qualities transcend every business sector I am involved in. I’ve heard my British accent goes down a treat with people in the states too.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: How long have you been doing what you do?
I have been a verbal/visual storyteller through public speaking and branding for a long time, with experiences that has spanned different continents.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be? Explain why.
Kind – I am helpful and generous to others, with other people’s wellbeing being at the forefront of my mind.
Transparent – I am genuine and authentic whenever I engage with anyone.
Apparently I’m Funny – I always seem to have people laughing hysterically at some point while they’re with me.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
Honestly I wouldn’t change nothing about myself because I love who I’ve been, I love who I currently am, and I am 100,000% sure that I will love who I am becoming. I am perfectly imperfect, while constantly evolving on this journey called life!
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Describe your daily routine.
I wake up pretty early every day (5/6AM), and start my day by drinking some sparkling water with a slice of lemon. I then respond to my emails, check my calendar for meetings and events. I make my calls, talk with staff and/or people I partner with (either via zoom or google workspace) etc. I might fit in a hiking session if I don’t have a lunch meeting and if there is a red carpet event that I need to attend in the evening then I will take time to prepare in advance, because deciding what to wear is a task all by itself.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Who is your role model? Why?
My current role model is Elon Musk because of his ability to create things that make a difference to humanity. He is passionate about his projects, with a clear set of values that he firmly stands by. Some people may not agree with all of his decisions but he is committed to being other-focused and displays strong leadership skills. His drive to overcome obstacles are also really admirable and his top tier problem solving abilities and shrewd business skills are exceptional to say the least.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?
In the next 5 years I see myself being nationally recognized for my abilities to inspire others into taking massive action towards their purpose. I will also be a speaker at a TED-X event instead of organizing one like I did 5 years ago.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What are your hopes and dreams for yourself in the coming 10 years?
In 10 years I hope to continue expanding my thriving businesses. I will also win more awards within my sphere of influence and will be granted the United Kingdoms’ MBE (member of the British Empire award).
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: If you could give a bit of significant career advice to your younger self, what would you say?
Take full advantage of opportunities that come your way, as you never know what doors they will open for your future.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What has been your career highlight until now?
My career highlight so far has been relocating to the USA without knowing anybody, created multiple thriving businesses and fostered working partnerships with some of the world’s best entertainers and thought leaders!
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is the best advice you received that changed your life?
The best advice I was told in my teens was that I should continue to live in the moment, keep listening to my gut instincts, never stop being inquisitive and go beyond my limits!
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What professional skill makes you stand out in your field of work?
My interpersonal skills and my ability to relate to people make me stand out within the different industries I work within.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is that one life lesson that you learned a little too late?
I never learned this too late, but something I want to share with others is you really shouldn’t care what others think about you and never clear up rumors as it’s a waste of valuable energy.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is your biggest lifetime accomplishment?
My biggest lifetime accomplishment is my talented wise children.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Tell us about one event that had a big impact on you.
A huge event that had a major impact on me was being recognized for my social impact work, and receiving ‘Achievement of the Year Award’ twice, presented to me at the House of Commons in London.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is your number one goal for 2023?
My number one goal for 2023 is to ALWAYS do what makes me happy and put myself first at ALL times.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Do you have a favorite quote? What is it?
My favorite quote is; “Well behaved Women, seldom make history!”
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is your favorite book?
This is a hard one as I’m an avid reader, but my favorite book for 2022 was “WOMEN WHO RUN WITH THE WOLVES”
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Describe your perfect vacation.
My perfect vacation is going to a tropical place while eating and interacting with the locals. Throw a good book and cocktail or two while I sit by the pool or beach is the icing on the cake!
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What do you think is your worst quality?
What I have noticed about myself that isn’t the best quality (but also isn’t necessarily the worst quality), is that I am very persistent. The desire to get what I want drives me to persevere, but there is a thin line with knowing when to keep on keeping on to get what you want.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What type of music do you love the most? Why?
I really love the 90’s R’N’B and hip-hop because its timeless.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is your opinion on the kind of current music that the artists are releasing?
Honestly a lot of the new music nowadays all sounds the same in my opinion. Not much originality.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Who is your ideal fictional character?
My ideal fictional character is Wonder Woman. She encompasses strength, power, empathy and leadership skills. She represents everything I adore and strive to be.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What type of music do you love the most?
I love every genre of music apart from heavy rock music.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
I’m living exactly where I am meant to be, USA is definitely home.
DIZZY DIDDY+PLUS: What is your philosophy in life?
I stand by the following quote –
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken”
– Oscar Wilde
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Prince or Michael Jackson? Why?
I can’t choose between two musical legends, so I choose both.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Afro-Beat or Hip-Hop?
HIP-HOP
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is your favorite song of 2022?
My favorite song of last year is Spin by Kodak Black.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is the best movie you watched in 2022?
The top two movies I watched in 2022 was between Black Panther 2 and Bullet Train. Both great films for completely different reasons.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: New York or L.A.? why?
Wow this is a hard one… New York for the culture, food & people and LA for the weather & beaches!
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Money or Love? Why? Money, because it provides me freedom to do the things I love.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is the best gift you received in 2022?
The best gift I received in 2022 is the gift of true friendships with the amazing connections I have maintained and the great new people I have had the pleasure of meeting.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What makes you feel most confident?
My mindset and my lashes lol
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: If you could thank two persons for everything you achieved in life so far, who would they be?
First off I would like to Thank God and then myself, as it’s God, myself and I.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is your biggest dream?
To live for eternity through my teachings and businesses, that will outlive me and transcend time. Think Confucius and Rothschilds!
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: What is your new year’s resolution?
To carry on being the rockstar legend I already am!
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: Can you say Happy New year in any other language?
Frohes Neues Jahr which is German.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
No thank you Dizzy, the pleasure is all mine. Cheers to us having a year of unlimited abundance.
DIZZYDIDDY+PLUS: We receive it !!!
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