Natalya explained how she’s managed to stay with WWE for almost two decades and why being adaptable has helped her succeed.
In an interview on The Joe Vulpis Podcast, Natalya reflected on her 19 years in WWE and talked about how much the company has changed. She said one of the biggest moments was WWE’s move to Netflix, which allowed millions of new fans around the world to watch wrestling more easily.
Natalya also reflected on WWE’s resilience during the pandemic and how the company became a symbol of strength when the world stood still.
“WWE has been at the forefront of so many things, even during the pandemic so many things. We led the charge during the pandemic in a way that was extraordinary. It was pure chaos, [but] in WWE we were like, ‘We’re going to stay calm. We’re going to use our common sense, and we’re going to push forward.’ And that led the charge for so many other people to feel confident coming back to work, you know?”
She added that this mindset continues to guide her career. “I mean, we made it work, whatever it takes. I feel like it really set a good example that it’s not about the survival of the fittest; it’s about who can adapt to all the changes happening in front of them. That’s what I’ve realized the most. That’s what’s helped me survive in WWE.”
Natalya on her longevity in WWE: “I can do all of it.”
Natalya opened up about her resilience, adaptability, and the lessons she’s learned through her years in WWE. “I’m not the strongest, you know what I mean? But I’m definitely going to roll with the punches.”
She explained that being flexible has been key to her success. “You want me to be a good guy today? I’ll be a good guy. Tomorrow, you want me to turn heel? I’ll turn heel. If you need me to do this, I’ll do this. If you want me on a red carpet, I’ll do that. If you want me as a manager, whatever it is, wherever you need me, I can do all of it. There’s nothing I can’t do.”
She credited WWE for shaping her confidence and allowing her to embrace every challenge.
“Working here, especially as a woman. It’s given me the confidence to do anything, including write a book that, you know, just defines my entire life. I have the courage to do that because I’ve become so much stronger through all these things. Life is not meant to be easy.
“Part of life should be hard, because when life is tough, when you go through things, when you have obstacles, it really makes you. It doesn’t just make you stronger, but life is meant to be figured out, you know? And they say, ‘Well, you’ll figure it out.'”
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