Faith, Skincare & Leadership: Myong Chong on Purpose-Driven Success

What if your greatest trials became the blueprint for your deepest impact?
From battling severe acne to becoming a global skincare innovator and cultural advocate, Myong Chong’s leadership journey is a masterclass in faith, purpose, and resilience.

In this powerful episode of Inner Work: The Collective Growth Podcast, host MaryAnn Means-Dufrene sits down with Myong Chong, founder of Hanna Isul® and president of the Federation of Korean American Associations. Together, they explore what real leadership looks like behind the scenes, in the silence, in the struggle, and in the spiritual practice of staying true to your purpose.

Myong opens up about the inner war behind her entrepreneurial success, the role of prayer and ritual in sustaining balance, and the calling that drives her advocacy work across generations. This is a story about leadership from the inside out, and the fierce grace it takes to lead with integrity.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

• 00:22 Introduction and Guest Welcome

• 01:09 The Spiritual Experience of Skincare

• 01:39 Challenges and Triumphs in Entrepreneurship

• 03:13 Faith and Purpose in Leadership

• 04:31 Advocacy for Korean American Voices

• 05:49 Honoring Veterans and the Korean War

• 09:24 Leadership Style and Personal Growth

• 12:24 Legal Battles and Lessons Learned

• 22:05 Learning from Mistakes and Resilience

• 22:22 The Journey of Innovation

• 24:12 Maintaining Strength and Balance

• 26:10 Natural Remedies and Skincare

• 27:15 Understanding Skin and Health Connections

• 31:41 Cultural and Personal Growth

• 34:08 Future Aspirations and Global Impact
• 40:43 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

About the guest

Myong H. Chong is an inventor, healer, and lifelong advocate for Korean American voices. Founder of Hanna Isul®, she has transformed decades of personal struggle into patented skincare innovations rooted in faith and science. She’s also the author of Divine Youth, and a mission-driven leader bringing spiritual and cultural renewal to communities worldwide.

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