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Women’s LEAD: Culture, Imposter Syndrome, and Motherhood in the Spotlight with Jennifer Tse

Jennifer Tse, model, actress, entrepreneur and mother, candidly discusses her battle with imposter syndrome, her resilience in a demanding industry, and the transformative impact of motherhood.

By Selena WooVice President, Private Wealth - Associates
September 28, 2023|46 min listen
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Women's LEADSeptember 28, 2023


Episode Summary

Jennifer Tse, renowned for her roles in a variety of feature films and her successful endeavours as a model and entrepreneur, shares her experiences in the entertainment industries of North America and Asia. She sheds light on the cultural disparities and societal expectations she has encountered.

In this episode, she candidly discusses her battle with imposter syndrome, her resilience in a demanding industry, and the transformative impact of motherhood. This insightful conversation with Jennifer offers a unique perspective on culture, identity, and personal growth in the spotlight.

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Guest Bios

Jennifer Tse, Actress, Model, Entrepreneur

Jennifer Tse was born in Hong Kong and is a versatile actress, model, accomplished tennis player, and entrepreneur recognized for her work in feature films and high-profile modelling campaigns. Before achieving stardom, Jennifer pursued a bachelor's degree in Psychology at the University of British Columbia. She made her acting debut in 2010, with her breakout role as Pearl Tso in "Bruce Lee, My Brother."

With over 225,000 Instagram followers, Jennifer shares her modelling endeavours and glimpses of her life as a mother.

About the Host - Selena Woo

As Vice President, Advisory Services – Associates & Operations, Selena leads the Wealth Planning Associates with purpose and positive intent to embrace a culture of empathy and excellence.

With over two decades in financial services, Selena brings passion and expert experience to her role at Nicola Wealth. Selena’s experience ranges from working for a mutual fund company servicing brokers and financial advisors to working alongside two Investment Counsellors at a large investment management firm servicing high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, and most recently, working for one of Canada’s largest private investment management firms with a focus on institutional clients. A graduate of The University of Calgary, Selena graduated with her Bachelor of Arts, in Economics. She also holds her Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designations.

Selena is involved with Junior Achievement, providing business education to youth. She is also a member of the Nicola Wealth Women’s Speaker Series’ Steering Committee and the Social Committee.


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