In this talk, Bisman reflects on the concept of being "comfortably uncomfortable" and explores the psychology of venturing into uncharted territories. Drawing from personal experiences, particularly moving from the UK to India, she emphasises how discomfort became a catalyst for resilience and the ability to observe opportunities that others might overlook in their comfort zones.


Bisman highlights three key lessons learned in navigating uncharted territories: the significance of the people one surrounds oneself with, the need to keep sight of personal values amidst failures, and the importance of developing a specialised ‘hip-pocket’ skill that sets one apart.


The talk spreads a powerful message about diversity and inclusion, with insights into the power of standing out as an individual but also about raising awareness on the importance of belonging. Through leading by example, embracing our uniqueness, and fostering open environments, we can discover the extent of our potential. At the age of 15, Bisman invented a low cost building material called 'Greenwood', made up of rice waste which aims at providing affordable housing to the underprivileged. In 2017, she made it to the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list for social entrepreneurship. She was a highlighted speaker at the Nexus Global Youth Summit in New York, the Women Economic Forum, panelist alongside Warren Buffet at the Global CEO Summit as well as keynote speaker at the launch of UNICEF's Flagship publication, 'State of the World’s Children’. Currently working as a consultant in London, Bisman is not only passionate about sustainability and innovation but is also an ardent supporter of women rights and women in entrepreneurship. 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