We’re looking forward to introducing you to Fady Wilson. Check out our conversation below.
Good morning Fady, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? When was the last time you felt true joy?
I generally find joy in life’s simple pleasures: a quiet cup of coffee, a scenic walk, time with family and friends, or a successful workout. This summer, however, I took a truly joyous trip through Europe. Starting in Stuttgart, Germany, I traveled through Strasbourg, France; Basel and Lugano, Switzerland; Verona, Italy; Salzburg, Austria; and finished in Munich, Germany. I had no strict itinerary, only a general idea of the countries and cities I wanted to see. I remained present, ready to embrace everything I encountered. It was a blessing to experience such wonderful weather, amazing food, fantastic cappuccinos and pastries, and great company.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m an assurance manager at a large international accounting and financial services firm, and a photographer when I’m not at my desk. I feel very fortunate to have the capacity to pursue both interests, since they are drastically different. This allows me to push myself in different directions and gain insights from both that I can integrate. Most of my photographic interest is based on showing the viewer how I felt in a given moment, as if they were with me taking the photo. Photography to me is about self-expression from a position of inner abundance and self-sufficiency, fueled by love, and joy. That’s the true essence of freedom. While we are often bound by society’s rules and expectations, I have found my escape through my photography, and my goal is to take others with me on that journey of abundance, self-sufficiency, and freedom.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who taught you the most about work?
I learned the most about work from my parents. My father, a successful, self-made hotelier before his retirement, taught me the importance of being malleable and flexible when handling assignments, criticism, and career advancement. My mother, who was a stay-at-home mom throughout most of my life, taught me empathy and understanding in my daily interactions with colleagues and managers. However, she emphasized that this should never come at the expense of my own self-respect. Both of them instilled in me a steadfast commitment to helping others, as long as it doesn’t compromise my own well-being or respect. I have applied this wisdom in all areas of my life for as long as I can remember, and it has yet to fail me
When did you stop hiding your pain and start using it as power?
The moment I realized that true power is born from pain, I stopped hiding behind masks. I’ve learned that living unapologetically as myself is a far more freeing existence than imitating someone else, provided I cause no harm to others. I wholeheartedly encourage everyone to live a life that is authentically their own.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
I view myself and my life as a continuous project. While many describe themselves as a ‘work in progress,’ I believe this is only meaningful when accompanied by consistent action. Building a reality that truly reflects my core beliefs and attitude is a long-term commitment, founded on the recognition that change is the only constant. Since nothing is static, I dedicate myself to a consistent process of self-improvement, taking small, deliberate steps that accumulate over time. For this reason, the grind never stops.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. What are you doing today that won’t pay off for 7–10 years?
Investing in myself—mentally, academically, physically, financially, spiritually, and socially—is a process that requires both time and hard work. I’ve embraced delayed gratification, understanding that creating something substantial requires patience. This approach fills me with excitement, as I anticipate how my small steps toward self-improvement today will pay off in the years to come. I am not guided by how things feel in the present, but rather by the future I envision.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://visualsfw.pixels.com
- Instagram: @visuals.fw
- Other: email: visuals.fw@gmail.com
