913: Unlock Confidence With Hiromi Okuyama
Hiromi Okuyama is a Toronto-based multi-hyphenate artist with a dynamic career spanning acting, martial arts, and content creation. With over 30 years in film, television, and theatre, she has brought compelling performances to life in productions like The Contest and FOB. She is also a talented voice actor, best known for voicing Farmer Yumi in Season 1 of Paw Patrol. A 5th-degree black belt in Shotokan Karate, Hiromi carries forward her family’s martial arts legacy, learning from her father, Grandmaster Kancho T. Okuyama, who also trained her in judo and other disciplines. She deepened her practice by studying Tai Chi under her maternal grandfather. As a dedicated instructor, she empowers women through her signature program, Embracing Menopause with Martial Arts, blending strength, wellness, and tradition. Beyond martial arts, Hiromi is a recognized digital creator and community builder. As a popular TikTok mom, a former Clubhouse App Icon, and a thought leader in social audio, she has cultivated a loyal audience through her engaging short-form videos. She even shares her expertise through her LinkedIn Learning course on the power of social audio, inspiring others to harness new platforms for connection and growth. Hiromi shares how she was able to unlock her confidence to be the powerhouse woman that she is today. She also shares an important tip to help you in your own journey to self confidence.
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Show Notes
Bio
Hiromi Okuyama is a Toronto-based multi-hyphenate artist with a dynamic career spanning acting, martial arts, and content creation.
Cultural Background
Hiromi is of Chinese and Japanese descent.
Favorite Self Confidence Quote
Never underestimate anyone especially yourself.
Definition of Self Confidence
Self-confidence is knowing who you truly aware, being self-aware and loving yourself.
Her Life Before the Discovery of Self Confidence
Hiromi shared that when she was younger, she didn't make the best choices due to her own insecurities from her culture and growing up in Toronto.
The “AHA” Moment
Hiromi had many sprinkled aha moments which boosted her confidence such as getting back into martial arts of getting millions of views on her Tiktok.
Her Life After the Discovery of Self Confidence
Hiromi realizes her gifts and she uses it to give back and empower others.
The One Self Confidence Tip for the Listener
Invest in self care.
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