The power of starting with what you have | Innocent Istifanus Moses | TEDxJimeta

Many young people delay their goals until the right opportunities, resources or conditions appear. In this TEDxJimeta talk, Innocent Istifanus Moses, known as II Moses, argues that progress can begin with what one already has. He draws on personal experiences, including using light bulbs to light his face during Facebook Live sessions, to show that clarity tends to come through action and learning along the way. Moses is a Chartered Accountant and oil and gas professional with an MBA who works as a speaker and storyteller on relationships, personal finance, personal development and purposeful living. He co-leads the Wholesome Community with his wife, Blessing Innocent, and convenes the Audacity Conference.

• Starting with available resources instead of waiting for perfect conditions
• Learning through action and gaining clarity as you move forward
• Personal examples, including Facebook Live sessions lit with light bulbs
• Background of the speaker and his community and conference work

Many young people wait for the right opportunities, better resources, or the perfect circumstances before pursuing their dreams. But what if the first step towards becoming who you want to be is simply starting with what you already have? Through his personal experiences, including using light bulbs to illuminate his face during Facebook Live sessions, I.I Moses, reminds young people that progress does not require perfect conditions. He encourages them to take action with the resources available to them, learn along the way, and trust that clarity comes with movement. Just as the road becomes clearer as you travel towards your destination, the path to your future unfolds as you take each step. The message is simple: you don't have to have everything figured out before you begin. Start where you are, with what you have, and keep moving. Innocent Istifanus Moses, widely known as II Moses, is a Chartered Accountant and oil and gas professional with a Master's Degree in Business Administration. Beyond his corporate career, he is a speaker, storyteller, and purpose- driven communicator dedicated to helping people live whole and purposeful lives. His work spans relationships and marriage, personal finance, personal development, and purposeful living. With a combined social media following of over 600,000, he has built a reputation for using first-person storytelling to transform everyday experiences into practical lessons that inspire people to think differently and take meaningful action. Together with his wife, Blessing Innocent, he co-leads the Wholesome Community - a growing movement of young, driven individuals committed to personal growth, meaningful conversations, and living beyond mediocrity. He is also the convener of the Audacity Conference, a bold gathering designed to help individuals confront their limitations, overcome fear, and courageously pursue their God-given potential. From digital platforms to intimate gatherings, his mission remains consistent: to equip people with the tools, mindset, and courage to live whole, purposeful lives. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx