STANDOUT From The Crowd

There is a pattern many high achieving women know intimately.

The difficult project. The struggling team. The impossible deadline. The politically complicated initiative nobody else wants.

And somehow, your hand goes up before you have fully thought about it.

For years, many women have told themselves the same story. I'm strategic. I'm committed. I'm a leader. I'm the kind of woman who steps up.

In this episode, Darine names a different reason successful women keep ending up with the hardest work in every room: “we were raised to believe that carrying more was the price of belonging”.

She calls it the Gratitude Performance. It is what happens when an intelligent woman codes her frustration as professionalism and her ambition as service, so that the room she has been allowed into does not change its mind about letting her stay.

Drawing on fifteen years inside the pattern, Darine names the hidden bill first generation and high achieving women have been quietly paying. What it has been buying. And the harder question of why most of us cannot stop, even after we see it.

If you have been calling your overworking commitment, your overfunctioning leadership, and your exhaustion proof of capacity, this episode is for you.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

Why capable women often become the default problem-solvers
The hidden relationship between achievement and worthiness
The difference between leadership and over-responsibility
Why awareness alone doesn't immediately change the pattern

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Have you ever noticed how exhausting it is to always be the one who remembers, anticipates, manages, soothes, organizes, and holds everything together?

Not just professionally.
Emotionally.

For many ambitious women, emotional labor becomes invisible because we’ve been praised for carrying it so well.

We become the woman who:

remembers everyone’s needs
manages the emotional atmosphere in every room
anticipates problems before they happen
keeps things smooth, calm, and functional
absorbs tension before anyone else notices it

And after years of doing this, something shifts.

You begin to realize that your exhaustion is not only coming from work.
It’s coming from the constant emotional weight of managing everyone and everything around you.

In this episode, we explore the emotional load women quietly carry, why high-achieving women often become emotionally over-responsible, and how conscious self-leadership begins when you stop believing your value comes from holding everything together.

If you’ve been feeling:

emotionally exhausted despite being “high functioning”
hyper-aware of everyone else’s needs
guilty when you rest, disconnect, or say no
responsible for the emotional stability of people around you

This episode will help you understand why.

Key Topics Discussed:

How emotional labor impacts your nervous system and identity
Why carrying everything can quietly become part of your self-worth
How to shift from emotional over-functioning to conscious self-leadership
What it means to support others without abandoning yourself

🌍 WHO THIS EPISODE IS FOR:

This conversation is for the woman who:

Emotional exhaustion is not always caused by workload, it’s often caused by invisible emotional responsibility
Many women were conditioned to equate usefulness with worthiness
Hyper-responsibility can look like leadership while quietly creating depletion
You do not need to carry everyone else emotionally to be valuable

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Press play if you’re ready to stop confusing emotional over-responsibility with love, leadership, or worthiness.

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The Day Success Stops Feeling Like Home

Why High-Achieving Women Feel Lonelier the More Successful They Become

Excellence Was Never The Argument

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Have you ever worked incredibly hard for something, only to feel surprisingly little when you finally achieved it?

For many high-achieving women, this realization arrives quietly in their late thirties and forties. The promotion comes. The business grows. The income increases. The opportunities become bigger. And yet, the satisfaction we expected to feel never fully arrives.

The internet calls it burnout. A midlife crisis. A career crisis.

I don't believe it's any of those things.

I believe it's evolution.

In this deeply personal episode, I share why I decided to change the name of this podcast from Standout with Darine to Inside Quiet Power and what that decision revealed about ambition, success, identity, and the version of ourselves we've spent years becoming.

Because eventually many women reach a moment where the question is no longer:

"How do I become more successful?"

The question becomes:

"Does the life I've built still fit the woman I'm becoming?"

If you've been questioning goals that once motivated you, feeling disconnected from achievements that once excited you, or wondering why success no longer feels the way it used to, this episode is for you.

Key Topics Discussed:

You haven't lost your ambition. Your ambition is evolving.
The life you built isn't wrong. It may simply no longer fit who you're becoming.
Success cannot provide the sense of worth many women quietly hope it will.
Quiet Power is not about shrinking. It's about no longer needing to constantly prove your value.

🌍 WHO THIS EPISODE IS FOR:

This conversation is for the woman who:

Has achieved many of the goals she once dreamed about
Feels successful on paper but increasingly disconnected internally
Is tired of constantly proving herself
Wants success without sacrificing her health, wellbeing, or relationships
Is entering a new chapter of leadership and self-trust
Feels ready to redefine ambition on her own terms

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Press play if you've ever looked at a life that is objectively successful and quietly wondered:

"Why doesn't this feel the way I thought it would?"

Because that question may not be a sign that something is wrong.

It may be a sign that you're evolving.

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Why High-Achieving Women Feel Lonelier the More Successful They Become

Excellence Was Never The Argument

The Signals You've Been Misreading as Personal Failure

❓ PEOPLE ALSO ASK

Why do successful women feel unfulfilled after achieving their goals?

Many women discover that achievement solves practical problems but doesn't automatically create fulfillment, belonging, or self-worth. As we evolve, our needs often change faster than our goals.

Is it normal to question your career in your late 30s or 40s?

Yes. Many high-achieving women experience a period of reevaluation where they begin questioning whether their current definition of success still aligns with who they are becoming.

What is Quiet Power?

Quiet Power is the ability to lead, succeed, and create impact without constantly seeking validation, visibility, or external proof of worth. It is confidence rooted in self-trust rather than performance.

What does it mean to outgrow your identity?

It means recognizing that the beliefs, habits, and definitions of success that once helped you grow may no longer support the next chapter of your life.

Can you be ambitious without hustle culture?

Absolutely. Sustainable ambition focuses on alignment, clarity, energy management, and meaningful impact rather than constant pressure, overwork, and self-sacrifice.

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Have you ever walked out of a room where everything technically went well… and still felt strangely alone afterward?

The presentation landed. The panel was successful. The room applauded. People complimented you.

And yet, somewhere underneath the success, there’s a quiet feeling many ambitious women struggle to explain:

“I don’t think anyone actually met me in there.”

In this episode, we explore the hidden emotional cost of constantly adapting yourself to fit powerful rooms, and why so many high-achieving women begin feeling disconnected from themselves the more professionally successful they become.

This conversation is not about burnout. It’s about the exhaustion that comes from years of calibration, translation, emotional editing, and performing the version of yourself each room could most easily receive.

For years, excellence bought us access. But many women quietly assumed that access would eventually become belonging.

And those are not the same thing.

If you’ve ever:

felt lonely in rooms where you were admired
softened yourself professionally to remain “easy” to receive
questioned why achievement no longer feels as satisfying as it once did

This episode will put language to that experience.

Because the exhaustion is not simply overwork. It’s the emotional cost of confusing access with belonging.

Key Topics Discussed:

Why success can still feel emotionally lonely for ambitious women
How high-achieving women learn to professionally “translate” themselves
Why excellence often creates access, but not belonging
The emotional cost of constantly becoming the most receivable version of yourself

Key Takeaways:

Many women become experts at being legible to power while quietly losing connection to themselves
Calibration can create success while simultaneously creating emotional distance
Access is transactional. Belonging is relational.
You can be deeply respected in a room and still not feel truly known inside it

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Press play and take your time with this one.

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If this episode landed for you…

I created something that goes deeper into this exact transition:

✨ The Architecture of Quiet Power: A private 5-day briefing

It explores what it means to move from:

constant calibration
into grounded, self-led presence

👉 You’ll find the link here: (coming soon)

Connect with Darine:

On Instagram
On LinkedIn

Subscribe & Review:

If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe to STANDOUT With DARINE on Spotify | Apple Podcast, and leave a review!
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Excellence Was Never The Argument

The Signals You've Been Misreading as Personal Failure

Indispensable Is a Very Sophisticated Way to Stay Invisible

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Why has excellence stopped feeling like enough, even though it’s what built my life?

For many high-achieving women, especially those who are first, different, or navigating power structures not built with them in mind, excellence becomes more than a standard. It becomes a strategy. A way of securing access, credibility, and movement in rooms where belonging was never guaranteed.

And for a long time, it works.

It gets you the opportunities. The recognition. The proximity to power.

But eventually, something begins to shift.

The same precision that once opened doors starts to feel like pressure.
The same adaptability that once made you effective begins to feel like self-editing.
The same excellence that once protected you… begins to cost you.

In this episode, we explore the invisible contract many women have been operating under for years, the one that says: excel, adapt, deliver, be legible to power, and why that contract was never designed to lead to belonging, safety, or true recognition.

This is not a rejection of excellence.

It is a recalibration of the role it plays in your life.

If you’ve ever felt:

like you are constantly adjusting to the room
like your success depends on how well you adapt
like you are performing professionalism rather than inhabiting it
like something about your ambition is starting to feel heavier than it should

This episode will help you see what has been operating beneath the surface.

Key Topics Discussed:

Why excellence often begins as a survival strategy, not just ambition
How the “invisible contract” shapes behavior, identity, and career progression
The difference between access and belonging in professional spaces
Why high-achieving women unconsciously self-edit and how it becomes normalized
What happens when the strategy that built your success starts to run you

Key Takeaways:

Excellence can secure access but it does not guarantee belonging
Adaptation becomes costly when it turns into identity
The most praised traits are often the most rehearsed
You cannot stop paying a cost you have not yet seen

▶️ Listen Now

Press play and take your time with this one.

🎧 Available on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube

Continue the Work

If this episode landed for you…

I created something that goes deeper into this exact transition:

✨ The Architecture of Quiet Power: A private 5-day briefing

It explores what it means to move from:

constant calibration
into grounded, self-led presence

👉 You’ll find the link here: (coming soon)

Connect with Darine:

On Instagram
On LinkedIn

Subscribe & Review:

If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe to STANDOUT With DARINE on Spotify | Apple Podcast, and leave a review!
Follow us on Tiktok | Instagram to stay updated.
Check out our partner, AFROA Beauty, for wellness-focused skincare products that support a radiant, healthy lifestyle.

Other episodes you may like:

The Signals You've Been Misreading as Personal Failure

Indispensable Is a Very Sophisticated Way to Stay Invisible

Rewriting Beauty After 35

PEOPLE ALSO ASK

Why do high-achieving women feel the need to constantly prove themselves?Because many have been conditioned—through environment, culture, or experience—to believe that access is earned through performance. Over time, this creates a pattern where excellence feels like the only safe way to exist in certain rooms.

What is the “invisible contract” in career success?It’s an unspoken set of expectations: be exceptional, adaptable, and useful in order to be accepted. While it can create opportunities, it often comes at the cost of authenticity and long-term alignment.

What is the difference between excellence and overperformance?Excellence is aligned and intentional. Overperformance is reactive—it’s driven by the need to secure approval, avoid risk, or maintain position.

Why does success start to feel misaligned in your 30s and 40s?Because identity evolves. The strategies that once created results may no longer support your energy, values, or sense of self. What once felt effective can begin to feel extractive.

How can I stop over-adapting at work?The first step is awareness. Most women are not consciously choosing to adapt—it has become automatic. Once you see the pattern clearly, you can begin to question where it is still necessary—and where it is no longer serving you.

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There is a moment many women experience in their late 30s and early 40s that feels both confusing and deeply personal.

You’re doing everything “right.”
You’re disciplined.
You’re capable.
You’ve built a life that works on paper.

And yet… something feels different.

You’re more emotionally reactive.
More sensitive to stress.
More tired, even after rest.
Less tolerant of overload — professionally and personally.

And like many high-achieving women, your first instinct may be to question yourself.

“Am I losing my resilience?”
“Why does everything feel heavier?”
“Why can’t I handle what I used to handle so easily?”

In this episode, we reframe that experience completely.

Because what many women interpret as a mindset issue is often something else entirely:

Hormonal transition.

I’m joined by Dr. Nic and Dr. Nat, naturopathic doctors specializing in perimenopause and menopause, to explore what is actually happening in the female body after 35 — and why so many women feel unprepared for this stage of life.

This is not a conversation about decline.

It’s a conversation about awareness, biology, and leadership.

Because when you understand what is happening inside your body, you stop trying to fix yourself — and start supporting yourself differently.

Key Topics Discussed:

Why emotional sensitivity, fatigue, and stress reactivity after 35 are often hormonal, not psychological
How perimenopause reshapes energy, recovery, cognitive load, and emotional capacity
Why many high-achieving women feel “off” despite doing everything right
How hormone awareness becomes a strategy for leadership, wellbeing, and sustainable performance

Key Takeaways:

You are not losing resilience — your biology is shifting.
Hormonal changes directly affect stress tolerance, mood, energy, and cognition.
Many women are navigating perimenopause without awareness or support.
Understanding your body allows you to move from proving to embodying.

Actionable Steps:

You don’t need to push harder — you need to listen differently.

1️⃣ Track patterns in your energy, mood, and sleep instead of judging them.
2️⃣ Adjust expectations based on capacity, not past performance.
3️⃣ Introduce supportive rhythms (rest, nutrition, nervous system regulation).

▶️ Listen Now

Listen to the full episode and take your time with it.

Discover Your ICONIC Archetype:

Our ICONIC Archetype Quiz is evolving into The Architecture of Quiet Power—stay tuned for the new link coming soon!

Connect with Darine:

On Instagram
On LinkedIn

Subscribe & Review:

If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe to STANDOUT With DARINE on Spotify | Apple Podcast, and leave a review!
Follow us on Tiktok | Instagram to stay updated.
Check out our partner, AFROA Beauty, for wellness-focused skincare products that support a radiant, healthy lifestyle.

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Purpose, Power & Ease: Redefining Ambition Without the Hustle Culture

Rewriting Beauty After 35: From Anti-Aging Pressure to Pro-Radiance Living

Burnout Recovery Blueprint: Rebuilding Your Energy, Identity & Leadership After Overwhelm

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Have you ever noticed how the harder you push, the less aligned your success begins to feel?

For many ambitious women, hustle once worked.
It built careers, created opportunities, and delivered results.

But as you enter your late 30s and 40s, something shifts.

The pace that once fueled your growth starts to drain your energy.
The urgency that once drove your ambition begins to disconnect you from yourself.

In this episode, we explore the deeper truth behind that shift:

Why hustle culture stops working for women after 35 — and how to redefine ambition through clarity, energy, and ease.

This is not about doing less.
It’s about doing what actually works for the woman you’re becoming.

If you’ve been feeling:

exhausted by constant pressure
disconnected from your intuition
successful, yet not fully aligned
ready for a new way to lead and live

This episode will help you recalibrate your ambition — without losing your edge.

Key Topics Discussed:

Why hustle culture becomes unsustainable after 35
How chronic urgency impacts your nervous system and decision-making
The difference between high performance and aligned performance
How to shift from adrenaline-driven success to sustainable ambition

Key Takeaways:

Hustle is often a survival strategy, not a sustainable identity
Your body will eventually reject the pace your ego once tolerated
Ease is not about doing less, it’s about removing what is misaligned
Real power comes from clarity, not constant effort

Actionable Steps:

Before you set your next goal, stop for one moment and ask: did I actually receive what the last one gave me?

Not just — did I hit it. But — who did I become in the process? What do I now know? What do I want to leave behind?

Most high-achieving women skip this completely. They close one chapter and open the next before the ink is dry. And that's how ambition becomes a treadmill instead of a path.

The clarity filter isn't about slowing down. It's about making sure you are the one deciding what comes next — not momentum, not pressure, not habit.

▶️ Listen Now

Listen to the full episode and take your time with it.

Discover Your ICONIC Archetype:

Our ICONIC Archetype Quiz is evolving into The Architecture of Quiet Power—stay tuned for the new link coming soon!

Connect with Darine:

On Instagram
On LinkedIn

Subscribe & Review:

If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe to STANDOUT With DARINE on Spotify | Apple Podcast, and leave a review!
Follow us on Tiktok | Instagram to stay updated.
Check out our partner, AFROA Beauty, for wellness-focused skincare products that support a radiant, healthy lifestyle.

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Rewriting Beauty After 35: From Anti-Aging Pressure to Pro-Radiance Living

Burnout Recovery Blueprint: Rebuilding Your Energy, Identity & Leadership After Overwhelm

The Art of Elevated Simplicity: How Clarity, Space & Slow Power Transform Your 40s

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This episode explores how women in their late 30s and 40s are redefining their relationship with beauty — moving away from anti-aging pressure and toward a more sustainable, pro-radiance way of living.

For many millennial women, beauty used to mean correction: preventing wrinkles, chasing youth, or trying to “fix” perceived flaws. But over time, priorities change. Energy shifts. Skin responds differently. And beauty becomes less about fighting age and more about supporting wellbeing.

In this conversation, I’m joined by Elena, who promotes healthy aging and sustainable habits for women in their 40s. Together, we share our lived experiences of how beauty evolves over time and why, after 35, consistency becomes far more powerful than novelty when it comes to skin, health, and self-connection.

We explore the connection between nervous system regulation and radiance, the habits that matter most for aging well, and how to redefine beauty in a way that feels empowering instead of stressful.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by anti-aging messages or noticed your needs changing as you move through your 30s and 40s, this episode will give you clarity and reassurance.

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Key Topics Discussed:

Why many women shift from anti-aging pressure to a pro-radiance mindset after 35
How stress, nervous system health, and lifestyle habits influence skin and aging
Why consistency matters more than intensity or novelty for long-term beauty
Practical ways to support radiance through daily habits and self-connection

Key Takeaways:

Radiance is influenced as much by nervous system regulation as by skincare.
Aging well is created through habits and consistency, not products alone.
After 35, recovery, sleep, and stress management become more important for skin health.
Beauty can shift from correction and pressure to alignment and wellbeing.

Actionable Steps:

(Listen to the episode for the full guidance)

You don’t need to change everything at once. Start with supportive consistency.

1️⃣ Stabilize one daily habit (sleep, hydration, nourishment, or routine).
2️⃣ Notice how stress and pace show up in your skin and energy.
3️⃣ Focus on small rituals that support calm, recovery, and regulation.

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Press play and explore how beauty after 35 can shift from pressure and correction to alignment, consistency, and sustainable wellbeing.

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If this episode resonates, share it with a woman who may need a more supportive way to think about aging and beauty.

Discover Your ICONIC Archetype:

Our ICONIC Archetype Quiz is evolving into The Architecture of Quiet Power—stay tuned for the new link coming soon!

Connect with Darine:

On Instagram
On LinkedIn

Connect with Elena:

On Instagram

Subscribe & Review:

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Who Am I Without My Title? When the Good Girl Is Exhausted

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The Art of Elevated Simplicity: How Clarity, Space & Slow Power Transform Your 40s

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This episode explores the identity uncertainty ambitious women experience when the roles, titles, and performance patterns that once defined them no longer feel aligned.

Have you ever realized that you don’t actually know who you are outside of what you do?

For many high-achieving women, competence becomes identity. Responsibility becomes self-worth. Over time, the “good girl” who performs, delivers, and carries everything quietly becomes exhausted.

In this deeply personal episode, I share my story of working internationally as a global consultant for more than a decade — traveling across countries, leading programs, and building a career defined by responsibility and performance — and the moment I realized I didn’t know who I was outside of that role.

We explore what happens when performance stops working, why identity transitions can feel destabilizing, and how to begin reconnecting with yourself beyond achievement.

If you’ve ever felt the pull toward change but couldn’t explain it — this conversation will give you language, validation, and direction.

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Key Topics Discussed:

Why high-achieving women often tie identity to performance and roles
What identity expansion feels like when your career no longer defines you
How to recognize when you’re outgrowing a role or version of yourself
Simple ways to reconnect with yourself beyond expectations and achievement

Key Takeaways:

You are not losing yourself — you are expanding beyond performance.
Exhaustion is often the first signal of identity transition.
Titles and roles can mask deeper needs for authenticity and alignment.
Reconnecting with yourself begins with awareness, not drastic change.

Actionable Steps:

Pause once a day and ask: “What do I want right now?”
Replace “I should…” with: “I choose to…” or “I refuse to…”
Reflect gently: “Who am I when I’m not performing?”

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Explore the chapter where performance softens, identity expands, and you begin reconnecting with yourself beyond titles and expectations.

🎧 Listen on your favorite platform.

Discover Your ICONIC Archetype:

Our ICONIC Archetype Quiz is evolving into The Architecture of Quiet Power—stay tuned for the new link coming soon!

Connect with Darine:

On Instagram
On LinkedIn

Subscribe & Review:

If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe to STANDOUT With DARINE on Spotify | Apple Podcast, and leave a review!
Follow us on Tiktok | Instagram to stay updated.
Check out our partner, AFROA Beauty, for wellness-focused skincare products that support a radiant, healthy lifestyle.

Other episodes you may like:

Burnout Recovery Blueprint: Rebuilding Your Energy, Identity & Leadership After Overwhelm

The Art of Elevated Simplicity: How Clarity, Space & Slow Power Transform Your 40s

40 Is the New ICONIC: Reinvention, Resilience & Redefining Success

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Burnout isn’t a badge of honor for the high-achieving woman, it’s a biological signal that something fundamental in your life and leadership isn’t aligned.

Despite outward success, many ambitious women feel:

chronically drained,
emotionally disconnected,
silently overwhelmed,
and unable to sustain the pace that once served them.

In this episode, I share my personal journey of burning out three times while excelling in global leadership work and the deeper recovery blueprint that doesn’t start with rest, but with identity restructuring.

Drawing on decades of scientific research (including the foundational work of burnout expert Christina Maslach), we deconstruct what burnout really is, why rest alone doesn’t fix it, and how to rebuild leadership that honors your body, nervous system, energy, and long-term wellbeing.

If you’ve ever felt like your success came at the cost of your energy, this episode is for you.

🎧 Press play, and learn how to move from exhaustion to regulated power.

Key Topics Discussed:

Why burnout often affects high-performing women, not struggling ones
How burnout is linked to identity misalignment, not lack of resilience
Why rest alone doesn’t heal burnout
What energy-led decision-making looks like in practice

Key Takeaways:

Burnout is a biological and psychological signal, not a personal flaw.
High achievement does not protect against exhaustion.
Recovery requires identity realignment, not just rest.

Actionable Steps:

Track energy, not productivity
Identify one internal rule you’ve outgrown
Practice one regulating boundary this week

Discover Your ICONIC Archetype:

Our ICONIC Archetype Quiz is evolving into The Architecture of Quiet Power—stay tuned for the new link coming soon!

Connect with Darine:

On Instagram
On LinkedIn

Subscribe & Review:

If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe to STANDOUT With DARINE on Spotify | Apple Podcast, and leave a review!
Follow us on Tiktok | Instagram to stay updated.
Check out our partner, AFROA Beauty, for wellness-focused skincare products that support a radiant, healthy lifestyle.

Other episodes you may like:

The Introverted Leader: Harnessing Quiet Power in Loud Spaces

40 Is the New ICONIC: Reinvention, Resilience & Redefining Success

The Art of Elevated Simplicity: How Clarity, Space & Slow Power Transform Your 40s

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Have you noticed that the closer you get to 40, the more you crave space, in your mind, in your calendar, in your home, in your relationships? It’s not because you’re falling behind. It’s because your nervous system evolves as your identity evolves. In this episode, we explore elevated simplicity, not minimalism as an aesthetic, but simplicity as a biological, emotional, and identity-led necessity for ambitious women entering their ICONIC era. Women 38–46 often carry a cognitive load no one sees: the mental to-do list, the emotional labor at home, the relational expectations, the invisible work of being “the one who holds everything together.” By your late 30s, your brain, your hormones, and your identity begin shifting simultaneously. Research shows:

Cluttered spaces increase cortisol levels,especially in women. (UCLA, 2010)
Cognitive clutter reduces clarity, focus, and emotional regulation. (Princeton Neuroscience Institute)
Women’s cognitive load peaks in mid-adulthood, even when external tasks decrease. (Women’s Brain Health Initiative)

So when your mind feels full… When your body feels tired… When your relationships feel overstimulating… When you crave slower mornings, quieter evenings, and more intentional rituals… You’re not losing your edge. You’re upgrading it. Your 40s require elevated simplicity, a life curated around clarity, nervous system safety, emotional grounding, and the luxury of slowness. Because slow is not a pause. Slow is precision. Slow is identity. Slow is power.

Key Topics Discussed:

Why ambitious women entering their 40s begin craving clarity, space, and simplicity
How your nervous system and hormones drive the desire for slower, more intentional living
The link between cognitive clutter, emotional overwhelm, and decreased mental clarity
How elevated simplicity creates more energy, presence, and identity alignment

Key Takeaways:

Simplicity isn’t about owning less, it’s about holding less, mentally and emotionally.
Your 40s require subtraction, not addition, space is your new strategy.
Slow power becomes your competitive advantage: clarity replaces speed, intention replaces effort.

Actionable Steps:

1️⃣ The Nervous System Space Audit: Your body feels the truth before your mind names it.

This is where your 40s are asking for space, not speed.

2️⃣ The Cognitive Declutter

Simplicity begins internally.

This single question creates immediate clarity.

3️⃣ The Relational Reset

Your standards evolve as your identity evolves.
You deserve reciprocity, not depletion.

4️⃣ The Luxury of Slow Rituals

Choose one ritual that signals safety and spaciousness to your nervous system:

Slow is precision, power, and emotional regulation.

Discover Your ICONIC Archetype:

Our ICONIC Archetype Quiz is evolving into The Architecture of Quiet Power—stay tuned for the new link coming soon!

Connect with Darine:

On Instagram
On LinkedIn

Subscribe & Review:

If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe to STANDOUT With DARINE on Spotify | Apple Podcast, and leave a review!
Follow us on Tiktok | Instagram to stay updated.
Check out our partner, AFROA Beauty, for wellness-focused skincare products that support a radiant, healthy lifestyle.

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Breaking Barriers as a Woman of Color in Finance

The Introverted Leader: Harnessing Quiet Power in Loud Spaces

40 Is the New ICONIC: Reinvention, Resilience & Redefining Success

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This episode explores the emotional and identity shift ambitious women experience as they approach 40, and how to step into your next chapter with clarity, purpose, and self-defined power.

Have you ever noticed how the closer you get to the woman you’re becoming, the more the life you’ve outgrown starts to resist?

Most women entering their 40s feel this subtle shift, a quiet tension between who they used to be and who they are meant to become next.

In this season-opening episode, I’m sharing the unspoken emotional and identity transition that unfolds as ambitious, purpose-driven women approach 40: the pull toward reinvention, the desire for deeper alignment, the rising standards, and the quiet refusal to keep living on autopilot.

This is the beginning of your ICONIC era, the chapter where success becomes self-defined, ambition becomes softer yet stronger, and you finally stop negotiating with the outdated version of yourself.

Whether you’re feeling disconnected from old goals, craving a new rhythm, or sensing that you’re evolving faster internally than your life reflects externally, this episode will help you put language to the shift.

Key Topics Discussed:

Why reinventing yourself at 40 feels different—and more meaningful—than any reinvention before.
The identity shifts ambitious women experience as they enter their 40s.
How to recognize the early signs that you're outgrowing your past self.
What alignment actually feels like when you stop performing and start embodying.
How to redefine success through identity, purpose, and wellbeing—not pressure.

Key Takeaways:

The moment you stop negotiating with your old self, everything begins to make sense.

Your 40s are not a decline, they’re an elevation into clarity, confidence, and self-defined power.
Reinvention isn’t about becoming someone new; it’s about returning to the most honest version of yourself.
Your ambition doesn’t disappear, it transforms. It matures. It slows down so it can go deeper.
Peace becomes a priority, not a luxury.

The woman you’re becoming requires a new pace, new boundaries, and new standards.

Actionable Steps:

You can’t enter a new chapter if you're still living by your old rules.

Do an Energy Truth Audit: Notice what drains you and what expands you this week. Your energy never lies, it reveals exactly where you’ve outgrown yourself.
Redefine Success for the Woman You Are Becoming: Write down what success used to mean for you… and then define what it means now, with the life experience, wisdom, and clarity you hold today.
Make One Symbolic Shift: Choose one action - a boundary, a ritual, a decision - that sends a message to yourself: “I’m no longer available for the old version of me.”

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What if the biggest barrier to your next level of success isn’t external — but internal?

In this transformational episode of STANDOUT From The Crowd, Dr. Theresa L. Smith joins Darine to explore how subconscious patterns, beliefs, and emotions silently shape our leadership, relationships, and results.

A chiropractor turned success mentor, Dr. Theresa combines science, spirituality, and mindset mastery to teach high-achieving women how to rewire their thoughts, align their energy, and manifest results with ease.

If you’ve ever felt stuck despite doing “all the right things,” this episode reveals how to get out of your own way and step fully into your power.

Key Topics Discussed:

The science behind subconscious patterns — how your thoughts and emotions silently shape your results
Identifying and clearing inner blocks that keep ambitious women stuck or self-sabotaging
The power of alignment — how to replace force and overwork with flow and intention
How to use intuition and energy awareness as tools for confident, authentic leadership
Creating lasting success through emotional, mental, and energetic balance

Key Takeaways:

The 95% Rule: Approximately 95% of your limitations and stress stem from subconscious thoughts and emotional patterns, not a lack of effort.
Internal vs. External: The true barriers to the "next level" of success are often internal self-sabotage and limiting beliefs, rather than external market factors.
Flow Over Force: Sustainable leadership is achieved through energetic alignment and intention, rather than burnout-inducing hustle.
Intuition is Strategic: Intuition and energy awareness are not just "soft skills"; they are practical tools for making confident, authentic business decisions.

Actionable Steps:

Audit Your Inner Monologue: Spend one day simply observing your thoughts. Note the recurring negative scripts that arise when you face a challenge.
The "Pause" Practice: When you feel resistance or "stuckness," stop forcing the work. Pause to identify the specific emotion blocking you before trying to push through.
Conduct an Energy Audit: Look at your calendar for the week. Identify which tasks drain you and which energize you, then delegate or reschedule to protect your alignment.
Test Your Intuition: Make one low-risk decision this week based entirely on your gut feeling to begin building trust in your internal guidance system.

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Connect with Dr. Theresa L. Smith:

Linkedin: @transformationdc

Instagram: @drtheresasmith

Facebook: @transformationdc

Website: www.thesuccesszones.com

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In this empowering episode of STANDOUT From The Crowd, Darine sits down with Urmi Hossain — author, speaker, and finance professional — to explore what it means to lead authentically while navigating identity, confidence, and belonging in traditionally male-dominated spaces.

From earning both the CFA and CAIA designations to building a career in finance and becoming a global voice for women’s empowerment, Urmi’s journey is one of resilience, cultural pride, and self-discovery.

She opens up about overcoming self-doubt, conquering her fear of public speaking, and finding her voice as a woman of color in corporate leadership. Together, Darine and Urmi unpack how embracing one’s cultural identity — rather than hiding it — can become a powerful driver of influence, purpose, and success.

Key Topics Discussed:

Owning your identity: How to embrace your cultural and personal story as a source of power, not insecurity.
Breaking barriers in finance: Urmi’s experience navigating a male-dominated industry and building credibility as a woman of color.
From fear to confidence: How she transformed her fear of public speaking into a global platform for empowerment.
The role of community: Why mentorship and representation matter for women’s growth and visibility.
Redefining success: What it means to lead authentically without compromising who you are.

Key Takeaway:

Visibility isn’t vanity — it’s strategy. Being seen for your contributions ensures your voice and impact aren’t overlooked.
Your cultural identity is a strength, not a setback. Authenticity builds credibility, trust, and differentiation in any industry.
Confidence is a skill, not a trait. The more you speak, share, and lead, the more your belief in yourself grows.
Representation matters. Seeing others who look like you at the table expands what you believe is possible.
Redefine leadership. True influence comes not from blending in but from standing firmly in who you are.

Actionable Steps:

Audit your visibility: Write down three ways you’ve added value recently — and identify who needs to know about it.
Reframe self-doubt: Replace “I’m not ready” with “I’m learning in public” — confidence grows through action.
Champion another woman: Visibility multiplies when we lift each other; share someone else’s win this week.

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Linkedin: @urmihossain

Instagram: @storiesbeyondborderspodcast

YouTube: @urmihossain

Website: https://www.womeninleadership.ca/

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When you think of a “leader,” what comes to mind? For many, it’s the loudest voice in the room, the one who always networks, speaks up, and commands attention. But what if leadership didn’t require extroversion at all? In this powerful episode of STANDOUT From The Crowd, Darine is joined by Seyi Kakanfo, a global program leader with 16+ years of experience driving multimillion-dollar initiatives for Global Affairs Canada, the EU, USAID, DFID, and the UN. Despite excelling in global, high-stakes roles, Seyi describes herself as 80% introverted. She shares how her introversion has shaped her leadership style, why authenticity beats performance every time, and the powerful lessons she’s learned mentoring newcomer immigrant women in Canada. This conversation will inspire ambitious women to embrace their quiet power, stand out authentically, and redefine what leadership truly looks like.

Key Topics Discussed:

Debunking the myth of the extroverted leader — why leadership doesn’t have to be loud to be effective.
Strengths introverts bring to leadership — deep listening, reflection, intentionality, and presence.
Strategies for thriving in high-visibility and networking-heavy spaces without faking extroversion.
Seyi’s journey of realignment — how she overcame career misalignment and reconnected to purpose.
Why authenticity builds influence, trust, and impact — and how ambitious women can harness their quiet power in loud environments.

Key Takeaways

Leadership isn’t just for extroverts — quiet power can command influence without volume.
Introverts bring unique strengths like deep listening, intentionality, and reflection that drive effective leadership.
Visibility doesn’t require performance — presence, clarity, and authenticity are more impactful than pretending to be loud.
Reconnecting with purpose transforms careers — alignment fuels confidence, resilience, and sustainable success.
Authenticity builds trust and influence — when women lead as themselves, they inspire others to do the same.

Actionable Steps:

Reframe introversion as an advantage: write down 3 leadership strengths it gives you.
Audit where you’re “performing” extroversion and experiment with authentic alternatives.
Build reflection rituals into your week (journaling, intentional pauses, spiritual practices) to stay aligned.
Practice visibility by focusing on clarity and message delivery rather than volume.
Share your leadership story with another woman — empowerment multiplies when passed on

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Linkedin: @seyidada

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If you’ve ever felt like there just aren’t enough hours in the day, this episode will shift your perspective. In today’s conversation, Darine sits down with Michelle Niemeyer — speaker, coach, and former attorney — who developed The Art of Bending Time, a framework that helps high-performing professionals reclaim their energy, align their lives with purpose, and prevent burnout. After a 33-year legal career that led to both burnout and an autoimmune disease, Michelle reinvented her life and work. She now teaches leaders and professionals how to stay sharp, profitable, and energized by creating harmony across work, wellness, and relationships. This episode blends research, personal transformation, and practical strategies you can use immediately to rethink productivity and make time work for you.

Key Topics Discussed:

The science behind aligning work with your natural energy cycles
How to create time harmony between work, wellness, and relationships
Why “work-life balance” is a myth — and what to focus on instead
Michelle’s SWORD method to cut through distractions and stay focused
Strategies to prevent burnout and reclaim joy in your career

Key Takeaways

Clarity fuels productivity: knowing what lights you up is the cornerstone of success
Energy beats hours: aligning work with energy peaks boosts performance more than extra time
Balance is outdated: focus on harmony and integration instead of a 50/50 split
Burnout is preventable: with intentional energy rituals and purpose-driven work
Intuition is strategy: listening to your inner compass can guide better decisions than hustle alone

Actionable Steps:

Map your energy peaks and valleys this week — schedule your hardest work when you’re sharpest.
Try Michelle’s SWORD method: Simplify, Write, Organize, Review, Do.
Replace the question “Do I have time?” with “Do I have the energy and focus for this now?”
End your day with a reset ritual (meditation, journaling, skincare) to signal closure and renewal.

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Linkedin: @michelle-melin-niemeyer

Facebook: @michelle.melin.niemeyer

Website: https://www.michelleniemeyer.com

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After taking time to reflect, reset, and realign this summer, Q3 is where the rubber meets the road. But for ambitious women leaders, the temptation is to hit the ground sprinting—and lose the calm, clarity, and grounded energy you just cultivated.

In this episode, Darine walks you through a rooted reentry framework so you can:

Transition from pause to momentum with intention
Carry forward the habits, boundaries, and mindset shifts you cultivated this summer
Leave behind what no longer serves your goals or energy
Start Q3 with calm confidence—not frantic hustle

You’ll also hear science-backed strategies for avoiding the “post-vacation burnout spike” that hits 3 out of 4 professionals within two weeks of returning to work (American Psychological Association, 2024).

Key Topics Discussed:

Why returning from a pause can trigger overcompensation and overwhelm
How to create a bridging plan from reflection to action
Identifying “keepers” vs. “leavers” from your summer reset
The role of intentional rituals in maintaining your Q3 energy
Practical ways to embed calm into your daily leadership

Key Takeaways

Momentum is built through consistency, not speed
You can be ambitious without abandoning the balance you fought for
A rooted return starts with clarity on your top 3 priorities
Boundaries are easier to maintain when they’re tied to your bigger “why”

Actionable Steps:

Keeper & Leaver List: Write down 3 habits, beliefs, or practices you’re keeping from summer—and 3 you’re leaving behind.
Bridging Week: Spend the first week of Q3 easing into your full schedule—don’t stack it with meetings on day one.
Q3 Anchor Ritual: Choose a daily or weekly practice that grounds you (morning journaling, evening skincare, mid-day walks).
Priority Map: Identify the 3 most important outcomes you want by September 30th—and align your calendar around them.

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Mid-year is more than a date on the calendar—it’s a leadership strategy.

In this episode, Darine takes you through a guided mid-year reflection designed for ambitious women leaders and entrepreneurs. Using her Wins–Lessons–Shifts framework and drawing on research in leadership and well-being, she’ll help you identify what’s working, what’s draining you, and how to set up the second half of 2025 for success—without burnout.

You’ll learn:

Why reflection boosts performance by up to 23% (HBR, 2023)
How to spot and release “expired” goals that no longer serve you
Ways to prevent the 67% burnout rate reported by women leaders in 2024 (McKinsey & LeanIn.org)
How to design micro-habits that protect your energy and mental health for the long run

If you’re tired of autopilot, craving alignment, and ready to lead with purpose, this episode is your roadmap.

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Key Topics Discussed:

The high cost of staying in “go mode” without reflection
Why ambitious women leaders face unique burnout risks
How to conduct a data-driven personal and professional review
Building energy rituals for sustainable leadership
Turning reflection into realignment without adding more to your plate

Key Takeaways

Reflection is an active leadership skill, not a luxury
Every goal carries an energy cost—choose wisely
Letting go is as important as adding new goals
Self-care practices directly improve leadership presence and decision-making

Actionable Steps:

Block 30–45 minutes this week for your mid-year check-in.
Use the Wins–Lessons–Shifts method:
Wins: Measurable results and meaningful progress
Lessons: Data points from what didn’t work
Shifts: What needs to start, stop, or evolve

Circle 2 core goals for the rest of 2025 and release at least one outdated commitment. Implement one energy-protecting ritual (skincare, morning walk, weekly no-meeting block).Connect with Darine:

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Welcome to Episode 100 of STANDOUT From The Crowd! 🎉In this milestone moment, we kick off our Summer Reset Series by inviting you into the power of the pause. As we hit the midpoint of the year, this is your chance to slow down, reflect, and ask: “How is this year really going for me?” In a world that rewards nonstop hustle, giving yourself permission to stop, breathe, and reassess is a radical — and empowering — act of leadership. In this episode, Darine guides you through the emotional and strategic value of a mid-year reset, shares how to break free from pressure-filled productivity, and offers reflective prompts to help you realign with what truly matters

Key Topics Discussed:

Why summer is the most underused season for self-reflection
The pressure to “keep going” vs. the power of intentional pause
The invisible toll of running on autopilot
How reflection leads to sharper decisions, deeper clarity, and more ease
Creating space for renewal — without guilt Key

Key Takeaways

A reset doesn’t mean stopping — it means realigning.
Rest is productive. Stillness creates clarity.
Leadership starts with asking better questions, not giving faster answers.
This summer, give yourself permission to pause, assess, and breathe.

Actionable Steps:

Schedule a Reset Hour: Block 60 minutes this week just for yourself — no agenda but reflection.
Try This Prompt: “What do I want to feel more of this summer?” Write your honest answer.
Summer Intention: Choose one word that will guide how you show up in the next 90 days.

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In this special milestone episode—our 99th—we close out the Redefining ‘Having It All’ series with a grounded, inspiring conversation about what it means to protect your energy, lead with intention, and show up unapologetically as yourself.

Joining Darine is leadership and team coach Nataisha Revoy, a woman whose bold career pivots, values-based leadership, and deep belief in authenticity offer a fresh and deeply human perspective on how we define success.

From walking away from “secure” roles with no safety net, to building a business that empowers kind, people-centered leaders around the world, Nataisha Revoy opens up about the courage, mindset, and boundaries that helped her step into her true calling—and how you can do the same.

This is more than a conversation—it’s a reset. For anyone feeling the weight of overachievement, this episode will help you pause, realign, and redefine power on your own terms.

Key Topics Discussed:

Letting go of hustle culture and choosing alignment
The courage to pivot without a plan—but with purpose
Boundaries as a leadership skill (and personal act of self-respect)
Signs you’re out of alignment—and how to course correct
Balancing ambition with emotional sustainability
Building a leadership identity rooted in authenticity

Key Takeaways

Boundaries aren’t selfish—they’re structures for sustainability.
You don’t have to know the full path to take a first step.
Balance is about intention, not perfection.
Real leadership begins when you stop performing and start aligning.

Actionable Steps:

Boundary Check-In: Ask yourself: Where am I saying “yes” out of guilt instead of truth?
Try This Script: “Thank you for thinking of me—this time, I need to say no.”
Energy Mapping: Identify your peak hours of clarity and creativity. Protect them.
Reflection Prompt: What parts of my life or leadership still feel like performance?

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In Part 3 of our Redefining 'Having It All' series, we’re getting honest about a truth many ambitious women are waking up to: the version of success we’ve been taught to chase isn’t always aligned with our deepest values. In this episode, Darine explores how the constant pursuit of external validation—titles, promotions, status, and hustle—can silently drain our energy and disconnect us from what actually makes us feel fulfilled. You’ll learn how to reassess what success means to you, reconnect with your purpose, and design a life that fuels you, not just your résumé.

Key Topics Discussed:

How traditional success metrics create invisible pressure
Signs your definition of success no longer serves you
The role of ambition in identity—and how to evolve it
How to design your personal, values-aligned definition of success
Why fulfillment is the new power move

Key Takeaways

Success without alignment leads to burnout, not joy
You are allowed to evolve your dreams and goals
Ambition isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters
Fulfillment comes from alignment, not achievement alone

Actionable Steps:

Success Inventory: List your current goals and ask: “Do these still belong to me?”
Feeling First Exercise: Write down how you want your success to feel, not just look
Declare Your Own Definition: Complete the sentence: “For me, success means…”

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In this second episode of our Redefining 'Having It All' series, we’re naming something you might be carrying silently: Superwoman Syndrome—the unrealistic pressure to be perfect in every role you play. From crushing it at work to being the emotional glue at home, women are juggling so many identities that we forget to just be ourselves. This episode unpacks where this pressure comes from, how it shows up in our lives, and how to begin letting it go without guilt. Packed with real stories, cultural insight, and research-backed data, Darine guides you through a mindset shift that can help you reclaim your time, energy, and peace.

Key Topics Discussed:

The origin and psychology behind Superwoman Syndrome
The hidden costs of constantly over-functioning
The intersection of ambition, guilt, and identity for women 30+
How to break the cycle and embrace enoughness
The myth of multitasking and its effect on cognitive function

Key Takeaways

Superwoman Syndrome is a societal construct—not a reflection of your worth or capability
Constant over-functioning leads to emotional burnout and loss of identity
Saying no and letting go are powerful acts of leadership and self-trust
Your value is not tied to how much you do for others

Actionable Steps:

Identify Your Superwoman Triggers: Journal about what situations or expectations make you feel the need to "do it all."
Create a “Drop List”: Instead of a to-do list, write down 3 things you’re choosing not to do this week.
Affirm Your Enoughness: Practice the mantra: “I am not here to prove, I am here to be.”

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We’ve been sold the idea that “having it all” is the ultimate badge of honor—but what if it’s actually burning us out? In this episode, Darine kicks off a bold new series exploring the double-edged sword of modern womanhood. She opens up about the silent stress that comes from constantly striving to be everything to everyone—at work, at home, and in our relationships—and shares why so many ambitious women are feeling unfulfilled despite checking every box. You’ll hear real insights, shocking stats, and a powerful reframe that will help you start questioning: Is the way I’m living actually working for me?

Key Topics Discussed:

Why the "do it all" culture is deeply embedded in ambitious women
The psychological and physical signs of burnout—and how to spot them early
The cost of constant overachievement: resentment, disconnection, and self-neglect
Why “empowerment” isn’t always empowering—and how to reclaim it

Key Takeaways:

You can be grateful and exhausted at the same time—both are valid
Burnout is not a badge of honor; it's a warning sign
Real empowerment starts with unlearning what you’ve been conditioned to believe about success
Your worth is not measured by your productivity or ability to juggle everything perfectly

Actionable Steps:

Burnout Audit: Write down everything you’re currently managing—then circle the things you’re doing out of obligation, not intention
One-Task Rule: Choose one thing this week to drop, delegate, or delay
Journal Prompt: “If I wasn’t trying to be everything for everyone, what would I give myself permission to let go of?”

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The holiday season can be overwhelming for women leaders, who often juggle year-end work deadlines, holiday preparations, and family obligations. This episode explores how women can navigate the holiday hustle by learning to set boundaries, say no gracefully, and focus on self-care. Discover actionable strategies for protecting your energy, avoiding holiday burnout, and delegating tasks effectively. We’ll also discuss how embracing boundaries isn’t selfish—it’s the key to thriving during the busiest time of the year. Whether you’re a professional balancing your career or a leader managing a team, this episode offers insights to help you manage holiday stress, prioritize what truly matters, and enter the new year feeling empowered and refreshed.

Key Topics Discussed:

The Holiday Hustle Dilemma

Why the holiday season feels overwhelming for high-achieving women.
Societal pressures to “be everything for everyone” during this time.

The Cost of Overcommitment

How saying yes to everything leads to stress, burnout, and resentment.
Why setting boundaries is essential for mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

The Gift of Boundaries

Practical strategies for gracefully declining requests or invitations.
Saying No Without Guilt: The mindset shift from “letting people down” to prioritizing what truly matters.

Prioritizing Self-Care During the Holidays

Why self-care is non-negotiable
Simple yet effective ways to carve out time for yourself amidst the chaos.

Key Takeaways:

"No is a Complete Sentence": The ability to say no firmly and respectfully is a leadership superpower.
Protect Your Energy: Prioritizing your well-being is not selfish; it’s necessary to thrive.
Empower yourself and others: You don’t have to do everything yourself to make things perfect.
Focus on Joy: Reserve your energy for the people, moments, and tasks that truly bring you happiness.

Actionable Steps:

Audit Your Holiday Commitments: Write down all the tasks and events you’ve committed to. Assess which ones align with your values and bring you joy, and let go of the rest.
Practice Saying No: Use phrases like, “I appreciate the invitation, but I can’t commit this time,” or, “I’d love to help, but I’m fully booked right now.”
Set Clear Boundaries: Decide how much time and energy you’re willing to give to holiday obligations, and stick to it.
Schedule Self-Care: Add moments for yourself to your calendar, just like you would a meeting or event.

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In this empowering solo episode of STANDOUT From The Crowd, Darine tackles the perfection trap—a mindset that often holds women back in leadership and life. Discover why striving for flawlessness can lead to burnout, hesitation, and missed opportunities, and learn actionable strategies for embracing imperfection as a tool for growth. Whether you're navigating a new leadership role or balancing career and personal responsibilities, this episode will help you take bold actions, embrace uncertainty, and redefine success on your terms.

Key Topics Discussed:

Understanding the Perfection Trap
The societal and internal pressures that drive women toward perfectionism.
How perfectionism affects leadership, career advancement, and mental health.
The Impact of Perfectionism
Why striving for perfection often leads to procrastination and fear of failure.
The hidden costs of perfectionism: burnout, stunted growth, and missed opportunities.
The Power of Imperfection in Leadership
How vulnerability and authenticity create stronger connections and teams.
Real-life examples of leaders who achieved success by embracing imperfection.
Reframing Success
Shifting from a "perfect" mindset to a "progress" mindset.
Why "good enough" can be the catalyst for growth and innovation.

Key Takeaways

Perfection is Overrated: True leadership is about taking action, even when the outcome isn’t flawless.
Failure is Fuel: Mistakes are opportunities to learn, adapt, and build resilience.
Authenticity Wins: Imperfection makes you relatable and fosters trust among your team and peers.
Progress Over Perfection: Small, consistent steps lead to big changes—progress matters more than perfection.

Actionable Steps

Reframe Your Mindset: Replace “What if I fail?” with “What can I learn from this?” to embrace a growth mindset.
Set Realistic Goals: Break large goals into manageable steps, focusing on progress rather than perfection.
Share Your Struggles: Normalize imperfection by being open about challenges and mistakes with your team or peers.
Celebrate Small Wins: Acknowledge and reward incremental achievements to build momentum.
Learn to Let Go: Prioritize tasks that matter most, and delegate or release control over less critical ones.

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How hard times can help us grow? Discover the secrets to turning hard times into opportunities for growth in our next LIVE podcast episode. Our STANDOUT guest Yasmin Abu Laban, will share her personal journey from her early struggles running a business, facing financial challenges to her current entrepreneurship success as a Grant Cardone Licensee. She went from being on the verge of being bankrupt to 4X her revenue in 4 months. In this episode, she will share her current success as a 10X Grant Cardone Licensee, and offer practical advice so you not only learn how to cope with difficult times, but also how to use them as opportunities for growth.

In this conversation Darine and Yasmin discuss topics, such as:

How Yasmin went from living a fancy life, to being dead broke and how she got back on track
How to navigate hard times
Practical ways to focus on your growth
Plus much more...

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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasmin-abu-laban-863876218/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebadassentrpreneur/

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/Yasminaloficial

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Are you scared to take the leap to entrepreneurship? In this episode, we’ll embark on an inspiring journey of our STANDOUT guest, Ejibola Adetokunbo, a trailblazing entrepreneur who transitioned from a successful career in banking to forge her path in the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship. Join us as we explore the challenges she faced, the mindset shifts required, and the empowering moments that paved the way for her to lead with purpose and conviction.

In this conversation Darine and Ejibola discuss topics, such as:

The pivotal moment when you decide to take the leap and transition to entrepreneurship
Practical advice to aspiring leaders who dream of embarking on their own entrepreneurial journey
The status of women entrepreneur in Canada and what is being done to make change happen
Plus much more...

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https://www.simplyejibola.com

https://www.sedulouswomenleaders.net

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Entrepreneurship is Economic Freedom for Women. Join us on this captivating episode of the STANDOUT From The Crowd podcast as we delve into the stories of exceptional entrepreneurs who have transformed their lives through entrepreneurship. You’ll discover how these inspiring leaders have harnessed the power of innovation, determination, and business acumen to achieve freedom and financial security.

In this conversation the guests and Darine discuss topics, such as:

How to overcome moments of doubt or societal pressure that make you question whether economic freedom was worth pursuing
How the challenges you have been going through could help you serve a bigger purpose
How to leverage mentorship or collaboration with other to foster economic growth?
Plus much more...

Connect with:

Mercy Maviko | https://www.linkedin.com/in/mercymaviko/

Tara Myshrall | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-myshrall-7552023/

Garcia Hanson-Francis | https://www.linkedin.com/in/garcia-hanson-francis-cpm-96b95614b/

Magda Juliana Diaz | https://www.linkedin.com/in/magda-juliana-diaz/

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When you're of mixed origins, where do you belong?

In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story of our STANDOUT guest - Natasha Feghali - a successful woman leader who has defied the odds, leading initiatives and gaining recognition in both Canada and Kuwait.

Join us as we explore her journey of self-discovery, overcoming low self-esteem, and finding a sense of belonging despite her mixed origins. Discover how she became the leader she was meant to be and gain valuable insights on unleashing your own leadership potential.

In this conversation Natasha and Darine discuss topics, such as:

The impact of role models from different cultures
How being a person of mixed origin impacts your self-esteem and sense of belonging
The influence of your mixed heritage on your leadership approach
Plus much more...

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www.natashaefeghali.com | Twitter: @NEFeghali | Instagram: @nefeghali

Youtube: Natasha Feghali | LinkedIn: Natasha E Feghali

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Are you a remote leader?

With the rapid rise of remote work, leaders are faced with the unique challenge of guiding and motivating their teams while staying dedicated to diversity and inclusion.

Our STANDOUT guest - Evelyn - is a VP and leadership consultant with a driving purpose to ensure that the future of work is inclusive.

During our conversation, she will uncover the key strategies and skills required to navigate this new frontier of remote leadership so you can effectively lead from a distance.

In this conversation Evelyn and Darine discuss topics, such as:

How to leverage your curiosity to climb the ladder
How the role of a remote leader differ from that of a traditional leader, and what specific skills are crucial for success in this new paradigm
How remote leaders can foster a sense of belonging among their team members, even in the absence of physical proximity
Plus much more...

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@eve_at_altitude | @evelynakselrod

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What does it take to thrive in the competitive world of podcasting? Our STANDOUT guest - Hanna Guzman - is the host of the groundbreaking podcast "Advice From Hanna" where she brings a unique voice to the world of podcasting. During our conversation, she is going to share her inspiring journey, the challenges she has overcome, and the invaluable insights she shares on the power of leadership and representation in the podcasting industry.

In this conversation Hanna and Darine discuss topics, such as:

What it really take to start a podcast
The lack of representation in the podcast industry and how to break barriers
How to ensure authenticity and relatability in your podcast episodes
Plus much more...

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/hanna-guzman

www.advicefromhanna.com

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From living in a shelter to becoming one of the most powerful leaders in Canada.

What if you possessed the untapped potential to create extraordinary change, not only in your own life but also in the lives of others?

Our STANDOUT guest - Doina Oncel went from living in a low-income household, having to overcome domestic violence and homelessness to becoming one of the most powerful women leaders in Canada, creating opportunities for others and revolutionizing the STEM industry. Get ready to challenge conventional thinking and embark on a transformative journey that will shape the way you look at the future.

In this conversation Anne, Heather and Darine discuss topics, such as:

How to shape your perspective and approach to driving change
Navigating the challenges along the way to become a catalyst for change
Strategies to inspire and mobilize individuals to join your cause
Plus much more...

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doinaoncel/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoinaOncel

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Are You Or Your Team Dysfunctional? Our STANDOUT guests are a mother-daughter duo - Anne and Heather Dranitsaris - two acclaimed leadership consultants who uncover the toxic dynamics, destructive behaviors, and organizational consequences of dysfunctional leaders. Whether you're a leader seeking to improve your own practices or an employee navigating a challenging work environment, this interview will give you valuable insights into the complex world of dysfunctional leadership.

In this conversation Anne, Heather and Darine discuss topics, such as:

The advantages and disadvantages of being a mother-daughter duo developing a business
The signs of dysfunctional leadership and how to address it
The cost of tolerating dysfunctional leadership behavior
How to navigate a toxic workplace
Plus much more...

Connect with Anne and Heather Dranitsaris:

https://www.youtube.com/@DranitsarisHilliard |

Heather Dranitsaris-Hilliard https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-hilliard/

Anne Dranitsaris, Ph.D. - https://www.linkedin.com/in/annedranitsaris/

https://dranitsaris-hilliard.com/ | https://whoareyoumeanttobe.com/

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Imagine a moment in your life when someone believed in you more than you believed in yourself. A moment when a single conversation forever changed the course of your life. Perhaps it was a teacher, a family member, or even a stranger who saw your potential, tapped into your hidden strengths, and unleashed possibilities that you never thought possible.

Our STANDOUT guest - Heidi Hauver - is a forward-thinking and strategic people leader. During our conversation, she is going to share the transformative power of mentoring, how it has impacted her life and how it can change yours.

In this conversation Heidi and Darine discuss topics, such as:

The role of a Chief People Officer and why it does matter
Beyond having an impact, how to leverage community work while building your career
The key characteristics that make a mentorship relationship effective and influential
The do's and dont's of mentorship
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidihauver/

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What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, only if you have the right perspective and are willing to learn! Challenges are not necessarily barriers to success, but a chance for us to learn the perfect opportunity to stretch our limits to embrace and seize new opportunities. Once we get through enough, we realize that even the worst-case scenario can have a positive solution. Our STANDOUT guest, Melane Mullings will share her story and how through her cancer journey and miraculous recovery, she gained an understanding of her purpose, faith, and the power of a positive mindset, all of which laid the foundation for her success.

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Trying to turn passion into profit is inherently risky. The good news is that you can minimize the risks by starting small and planning carefully. Turning your passion into profit could rapidly close the gap between where you are today and where you'd like to be tomorrow. Our STANDOUT guest, Oumou Samaké will share with us how she took advantage of her passion and then turned it into a profitable business to help people.

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Many of us want to embark on entrepreneurship and jumpstart our way to success.

After you’ve been employed for a few years, you probably have job security, a regular income, benefits, and a bright future. Even so, you may want more out of life, and starting your own business.

Our STANDOUT guest, Aditi Soni has launched her very own immigrantion consulting company and helps people achieve their dream of living in Canada. She also currently has 15 employees, out of which 90% are female employees.

To date, she has a portfolio of over 1000 happy clients. During our conversation, she will share how she made her shift from being an employee to becoming a full time entrepreneur along with some powerful tips that could help you make the jump too.

Please help me welcome Aditi Soni, to STANDOUT From The Crowd!

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The global economic system has been restructured as a result of the coronavirus, which has also caused a crisis in global health. Most of the people now are making decisions for themselves and making a change that can bring fulfillment in their careers which they cannot do before pandemic. With the search for a way to the new normal, change has been most urgent in the sphere of human resources. Our STANDOUT guest, Kim Araman, is a career coach and interview expert and the founder of Nail Your Interview. She helps job seekers find and get the job they really want despite a volatile market and without going through the struggle of endlessly applying online. In this episode she is going to share about the shift she has been observing and what the new normal looks like.

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Nowadays, many employees feel that empathy is a crucial component of a positive working culture because it fosters an environment where workers truly look forward to bringing their entire selves to work. Leadership requires empathy at all levels. It promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, encourages cooperation and collaboration, and facilitates conflict management. By knowing the importance of empathetic behavior, it helps them to establish and maintain strong working relationships. Our STANDOUT guest, Kimi Sokhi Scott-Smith, is a self-professed nerd who loves to learn new ideas and concepts in the areas of leadership development, relationships, employee engagement, and well-being. In this episode, she is going to share the importance of empathy and how to boost empathy in the workplace.

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A reputable workplace cultures aren't created by chance. The design, creation, and fostering of an environment where people feel valued, are productive, and like coming to work are deliberate actions taken by organizations with healthy, winning cultures. Almost often, a company's success can be attributed to its people and the dynamics of the culture that surrounds them. When the workforce and culture are strong, teams are more productive, employees are aligned on purpose, vision, and strategy, and the company is more likely to achieve its goals.

Our STANDOUT guest, Lydia Bowser has demonstrated success in building award-winning workplaces and HR teams, having won a place on the Top 50 Best Workplaces™ in Canada every year since 2018 and making the Best Workplaces™ in Canada list for Women & Mental Health, and most recently winning the Innovative HR Team Award.

In this episode, she is going to share her own experience and insights on how to create a culture of respect and integrity, leading with empathy and compassion and leading by example SO you can build an award-winning workplace culture.

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IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: * Why your LinkedIn is a great platform for leaders * The best way to communicate on the platform * How to build an engaged community in your industry and beyond * Plus much more…

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You can never achieve success, you can only feel it. But feelings are hard to tangibly measure, so people tie success to things like money, fame, and influence. I used to have a nagging feeling that I haven’t done enough? And it took me time to understand how and what success feels. And most importantly to ensure that my external goals were aligned with my internal goals. When I come to think of it, many of us go through this and we need to properly address it and fix it. Our STANDOUT guest, Christen N. James (fondly known as CJ), helps women to heal and feel their own business success and then quit their 9-to-5 jobs. During our conversation, she will share how to get out of the employee mindset, what that is, and how to start presenting as the person you truly are instead of the one that corporate has molded you into.

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Oftentimes, the armor you wear is so ingrained in who you are that you can not even recognize it because it has been with you for such a long time. Our armor protects us and yet it can get in the way of our growth, especially during times of change and uncertainty. The truth is, we can all use some help and support to remove our armor one layer at a time. Our STANDOUT guest, Natalie Schrogl, is the Branch Manager at TargoBank and Founder of Interface Leadership. Natalie helps C-Suite leaders focus on fostering enduring leadership cultures to enhance productivity and staff retention. During our conversation, she will share with us about the Amour of Leadership and how to access the human side of leadership and support the success of our teams and organizations.

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Opening up can be frightening and many people grapple with vulnerability. Perhaps you wish to feel more connected to others. You may also want to be genuine, brave, honest, and accept who you really are. But something prevents you from feeling secure that affects you personally or professionally. It's simple to talk about vulnerability, but difficult to put it into practice and alter our perspective. It's very difficult because it means looking deep inside yourself and admitting unpleasant things or painful truths. Our STANDOUT guest, Carl Shawn Watkins, is a survivor of abuse, addiction, and depression. He uses his public platform to empower and encourage people to turn life’s setbacks into success. During our conversation, he is going to share with us about living and embracing your vulnerability and how a vulnerable leader empowered those who they lead. Please help me welcome Carl Shawn Watkins, to STANDOUT From The Crowd!

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While a traditional leader looks to accumulate and exercise power, a servant-leader shares power, puts the needs of others first, and helps people develop into leaders themselves.

No matter how skilled your employees may be, you still need to help them grow in new ways. We are talking about unlocking people's potential to drive greater value, build trust, and fuel growth.

Our STANDOUT guest, Joanne St. Bernard-Honegan, is an award-winning human capital professional, named as a Global Top 100 HR Leader in Canada. During our conversation, she is going to share her strategy to help employees unlock their potential and become the leaders they were meant to be.

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Would you call yourself a people-pleaser?

Do you have a hard time saying “no'' to others?

Many individuals have been wasting time and talent filling the shoes of others or chasing their parent’s dreams. Not setting boundaries limits your personal and professional growth. Our STANDOUT guest, Jahmaal Marshall used to live to please others and rarely gave any resistance to the demands of those around him. But things changed. During our conversation, he is going to give the keys to get unstuck so you can see your worth and establish boundaries that unleash you to find your voice and blaze the trail you were intended for.

About our Guest: Jahmaal has a passion for counseling, mentoring, and advising. He sees the importance of humility in servant leadership. As a certified counselor and mental health advocate, he enters that passion by working with clients to address pain points that hinder them from reaching their full potential. He gets to the root of the issue tailoring each session to the specific need of the client. If you've been stuck in your own way through years of putting out fires for everyone else, it's time to see your worth and establish boundaries that unleash you to find your voice and blaze the trail you were intended for. He hosts a Podcast Listen Then Speak, Broaching topics of the intersection Culture, ethnicity, mental health, religion and how they are intertwined with both the career journey and the journey of life.

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People want to be led by someone “real.” Especially in the turbulent times we live in. But how much authenticity do we really want from our leaders? In contrast to calls for leaders to be vulnerable, marketing agency CEO Braden Wallake's tearful selfie on LinkedIn went viral and was met with criticism. Since then, he was dubbed the "crying CEO". So the question is, do we really want authenticity from our leaders? Join me and my STANDOUT guest Braden Wallake as we address the paradox of authenticity in leadership.

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Fewer than 20% of leaders have a strong sense of their own individual purpose. 👇👇👇 At its core, your leadership purpose springs from your identity, the essence of who you are and the impact you want to make. Our STANDOUT guest - Stephen Clarke - has made his mission to lead with purpose. Listen to our conversation as he shares how he leverages the power of social responsibility initiatives as a key drivers of productive change in business, associations and other organizations. Learn more about Stephen Clarke: Stephen is the Founder & CEO of RTG Group Inc., a Group of For-Profit Social Enterprise Companies focused on Making a Measurable Positive Impact in our World. Stephens’ Past as a Professional Hockey Player, Author, Speaker, and passionate Entrepreneur has provided him with the experience and ability to bring innovation and creativity to the GIVING Space where his disruptive models can provide real change!!!

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Ever heard someone referred to as being ‘Too nice’?

Despite the widespread benefits, there is a popular belief that kindness is a sign of weakness. However, kindness is in fact essential to leadership success simply because kind leaders act with the best interests of themselves, others, and the organization.

Our STANDOUT guest - Will Sullivan - is all about people above profits and is a strong advocate of kindness in leadership. He has spent decades building successful large customer-centric teams, making more than 150 million satisfied guests and $1 Billion in revenue.

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Decentralized leadership and trust in the community are at the heart of the Bitcoin technology. New technologies often challenge and sometimes disturb the way things are done, the way people communicate and ultimately, the way they lead. Our STANDOUT guest - Peter Ratnikov - shares his journey from being a serial entrepreneur to adopting cryptocurrency and leveraging the technology to increase his influence and make a positive impact. Either you like or not, cryptocurrency is a new technology that here to stay. The better you understand it, the more you'll be equipped the take better informed decision.

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How To Leverage Video To Grow Your Brand (even if you don’t know how/like to make a video) 👇👇👇 It’s been a number of years since videos became popular, now more than ever. So video marketing is definitely worth paying attention to. Our STANDOUT guest - Sri Mahabir - is a Video Visibility Coach who helps her community get past the hesitations of creating videos grow.

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How many of you have experienced working/living in a toxic environment?

A passive-aggressive boss, inappropriate comments from your coworkers or from your friends. Toxic environments are a drain on your personal and professional life. Our STANDOUT guest - Marian Balogun - has been there and she wrote a book about it. During our LIVE conversation, she will share how you can recognize, neutralize and protect yourself from toxic people disguised as friends.

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How Can Immigrant Women Power Up Their Leadership? This topic is very personal. Being an immigrant woman to Canada, building everything from scratch, the challenges, barriers, cultural change, finding a job, the desire to improve your conditions, becoming an entrepreneur, etc...

All of these requires some leadership capacity, resilience and determination. I'm honored to introduce you our STANDOUT guest - Svetlana Ratnikova - servant leader, successful entrepreneur and Founder/CEO of IWB Immigrant Women in Business.

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Do you know how to engage in meaningful interactions with others?

Leadership is influence. Where we grow our influence, we grow our leadership. And, to do so, it requires social intelligence.

Our STANDOUT guest - Naira Velumyan - has made her mission to help leaders achieve mental, physical and material well-being through effective communication, intelligent leadership and competitive advantage. In this episode, she shares her personal story and how - as an introvert - she developed her leadership skills. She also shares how aspiring and existing leaders can develop and leverage their social skills.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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If 2021 wasn’t your year, perhaps 2022 will be.

If 2021 was great, perhaps 2022 will be better. Join our STANDOUT guests - Rollis, Robert, Ilia, Andrea - as we share our lessons learned in 2021 and how we're planning to make 2022 better.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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..and get comfortable expressing yourself

So you’ve started to show up online...

You’re excited, a little bit nervous and you can’t wait to start sharing your gift with others.

But then you see all your competitors in your industry going live, sharing videos on their LinkedIn. ‘How do they look so comfortable?’

The thought of going live and being totally unedited or sharing pictures of yourself and your ‘flaws’ makes your skin crawl. ‘What if someone judges and ridicules me in the comments?’

These are just your fears keeping you in the known, the safety net.

Join us with our STANDOUT guest Veronica as we talk about how to overcome your fear of being seen and get comfortable expressing yourself.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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If you're a leader, you already own a leadership brand, whether you have thought about it or not.

Is it the brand that you want?

And will it enable you to deliver the most value for your career and organization?

Join our STANDOUT guest Paniz and me as we discuss how to build a strong leadership brand.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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The combination of a successful career, a loving family, and a strong social network may seem like the recipe for a perfect life.

However, even those who can check each of those boxes might feel like something is missing—and that “something” is their purpose in life.

“Finding your purpose” is more than just a cliché or a dream that will never be fulfilled. It’s actually a tool for a better, happier, healthier life that too few people attempt to use.

Join our STANDOUT guest Bobby Umar and me as we talk about finding your purpose for life and career success.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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Being an ambitious woman can be tough simply because we're challenging the status quo.

Women that are vocal online, especially on topics that have been traditionally relegated to ‘male expertise’ are subjected to a vicious form of trolling.

It's true on every social media platform - including Linkedin.

I'm thrilled to kick-start season III of STANDOUT FROM THE CROWD with such an important topic.

Our STANDOUT guest - Melanie Borden has been very successful at building her personal brand on Linkedin. While I've personally been inspired by her content, I have also seen her deals with trolls on the platform.

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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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Have you ever heard the phrase “(S)He had so much potential, it’s a shame (s)he wasted it.”

In our culture, not living up to your full potential is frowned upon, but why?

And how love and kindness can help us succeed in life?

JOIN US with our STANDOUT guest Suzy Patz, Founder/CEO of Love Out App.

Suzy is cancer and brain injury survivor who dropped her career in the trading and investing space to build a business focused on globally impacting people's ability to recognize their worth.

How beautiful and powerful is that?

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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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Vulnerability is not a weakness, it's a super-power!

Can leadership and vulnerability truly coexist?

No matter how much you may want to, you can't be amazing at everything.

According to Dr. Brené Brown: "A true leader starts from a place of vulnerability, and to be vulnerable is to be courageous and authentic."

That statement alone can be confusing. How do we translate in real life?

Join us as our STANDOUT guest Carl Shawn Watkins, explains to us how to transform our vulnerability into a superpower.

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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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The power of habits.

The power of mindset.

The influence of the environment you evolve in.

We have the power to take the control of our destiny and unleash our full potential. But do we really know how to do it? How can we become the best version of who we are?

JOIN US today with our STANDOUT guest John Clayton, who specialized in Behavioral Development, Behavioral Studies, Advanced Personal & Professional Development.

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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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Consumers buy brands, not products. What does that mean?

Products are functional. When we go out for a product or a service, we’re looking to fulfill some type of want or need.

Products get us to the shelf. Brands are what people actually connect with.

Brands are set up to have specific values, to have a personality. They have a purpose, they have a mission, they have values, and they have both a functional and an emotional promise.

Join us today with our STANDOUT guest Gina Epps as we discuss her rise in the CBD industry.

Gina talks HEALTH NOT HIGH. She was forced to resign from teaching health for refusing to teach cannabis propaganda.

She will share with us her journey from being rejected to standing out in the Hemp industry.

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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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Navigating a career change can be daunting and exhilarating at the same time.

It may seem especially scary if you’re going through a career reinvention at the age of 40, 50 or beyond. The good news is that it can be done.

Join our STANDOUT guest Valerie Mekki as she tells us how she redefined herself amid the pandemic and started a completely new career after the age of 40.

Her motto: "Never too late to start something new."

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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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Provide ambitious women the tools to develop their influence online & offline - with confidence.

Our STANDOUT guest - Ahmad Imam will talk about building a real influence and visibility on LinkedIn.

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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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You have been posting on Linkedin, but it has not gotten the engagement you were expecting...

It’s time to take a hard look at your content. How is it "really" performing?

Join our STANDOUT guest Jenny Tillgren in this episode. She will share her best tips to help you maximize the time you spend on LinkedIn.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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The only way to build your reputation from scratch is to make your brand as visible as possible.

Here we're not talking about the fancy design but more about developing a Unique (& Memorable) identity.

Our STANDOUT guest - Charlene Brown is a brand specialist and full stack developer who helps women (especially Black women) transform their brands online by providing them with custom, strategized websites.

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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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Join our STANDOUT guest- Ahmed Khaled as we talk about the topic for today "From Unknown to Renowned"

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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Live streaming spells O.P.P.O.R.T.U.N.I.T.Y. for entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers wanting to increase their profile and credibility in the global marketplace.

But not just any live streaming. Why thought leaders and entrepreneurs should get into live streaming?

How continuing to show up live and get over your fears?

Our STANDOUT guest - Rollis Fontenot - has more than 200 live episodes behind him, 4 live stream shows, and has leveraged Linkedin Live to build his Personal Brand and grow his business. He will share simple tips to overcome barriers to getting started, his favorite tools, and what to do before and after you go live, for optimal engagement.

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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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He walked away from a senior executive position to start his business. Within a couple of months, he "rebranded" himself and is now known as "That Audit Guy".

He is on a mission to help people ask better questions so they get better answers and are equipped to make more informed decisions.

Our STANDOUT guest - Robert Berry - shares with us the ups and downs of starting from scratch and the process of rebranding himself.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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Overhauling your Personal Brand—especially online—can take a lot of work.

While you may be questioning yourself, a personal rebrand is just what you need to kickstart that career change.

Our STANDOUT guest - Leanne Calderwood - didn't have the choice but to shift her career and reinvent herself in the middle of the pandemic.

Reinventing her personal brand helped her to kickstart her new career.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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STOP BEING “SORRY” and start building your credibility at work.

Do you find yourself saying “I’m sorry” all the time?

Over-apologizing can undermine your authority and negatively impact your career.

It’s not just a hypothesis—studies show that women do apologize more than men.

A study (University of Waterloo) found that women tend to apologize more often because they have a lower threshold than men for what they consider offensive.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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IMPOSTER SYNDROME IS A WOMAN'S CAREER KILLER

4 TIPS to overcome Imposter Syndrome so you can build the career you deserve.

75% of women executives experience impostor syndrome.

28% of working women feel like imposter syndrome has stopped them speaking in a meeting.

And the list goes on...

What can we do - as women - to alleviate these feelings?

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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HOW TO USE CLUBHOUSE TO GROW YOUR NETWORK

Have you been using CLUBHOUSE strategically? This platform can be powerful to grow your network using Clubhouse.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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3 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD BUILD A PERSONAL BRAND AT WORK

Personal branding, or the act of creating a distinct professional reputation for yourself, can be a powerful tool in advancing your career, particularly at a time when employers are looking to raise their own profiles in an increasingly competitive business environment.

Choose methods of building a personal brand that are appropriate for your role and industry. Bring your uniqueness to light and you'll become even more valuable to your company.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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5 COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID WITH YOUR PERSONAL BRAND

It's not uncommon to see people drawing conclusions about personal branding that are simply wrong.

Your personal brand can land you the job of your dreams—or get in your way.

So avoid these 5 common self-branding mistakes, and you’ll soon stand out from the crowd.

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Where to follow and listen to Darine:
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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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4 EFFECTIVE WAYS TO ELEVATE YOUR PERSONAL BRAND IN 2021

A strong Personal Brand helps clarify your strengths, build trust and credibility with others and ultimately position you as the go-to person in your industry.

* STANDOUT From The Crowd ***

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Where to follow and listen to Darine:
➡LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/darinebenamara/
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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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3 WAYS TO USE YOUR STORY TO BUILD A LEADERSHIP PERSONAL BRAND

The biggest excuses I get from clients looking to build a premium personal brand are “I don’t have a story,” or “my story is not interesting enough.”

There is so much self-consciousness — and as a result, self-sabotage — around using your life experiences as a story that’s compelling enough to captivate an audience and use as a foundation for a STANDOUT Personal Brand.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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3 WAYS TO DEVELOP A GROWTH MINDSET

One's mindset stems from our own set of powerful beliefs.

The good news is beliefs can be changed when they no longer serve us or enable us to achieve our goals.

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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HOW TO BUILD HUMAN CONNECTIONS IN A VIRTUAL WORLD

4 helpful tips to engage with purpose.

Let’s face it. Networking has moved online. Building deep connections with people is more challenging in the virtual world, but it's not impossible. To make it happen, be genuine and connect strategically with the right people.

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Where to follow and listen to Darine:
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➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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5 TOP TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE NETWORKING

Relationships are your greatest asset.

A lot of people have a tendency to underestimate how difficult it is to stand out from the crowd in an oversaturated online environment.

But, “impossible is nothing”, lol. More seriously, there are few tactics you can use to mastering online networking.

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Where to follow and listen to Darine:
➡LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/darinebenamara/
➡Instagram: https://instagram.com/darinebenamara/
➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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5 WAYS TO DEVELOP SELF-AWARENESS

Self-awareness is the first step in taking control of your life, creating what you
want, and mastering your future.

It also allows you to take control of your actions and emotions so you can make the necessary changes to get the outcomes you desire.

Surprisingly, there are many roadblocks, about what self-awareness is and what it
takes to improve it.

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Where to follow and listen to Darine:
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➡Instagram: https://instagram.com/darinebenamara/
➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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3 RULES FOR AMPLIFYING YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Listing more accomplishments is not necessarily better. Why? Because your overall perceived value decreases when you throw in items of lesser quality.

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Where to follow and listen to Darine:
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➡Instagram: https://instagram.com/darinebenamara/
➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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5 PROVEN WAYS TO BUILD YOUR REPUTATION

Your actions + what others say about you = your reputation.

While people say you shouldn't be concerned about what others think, keep in mind that perception is reality. So you want to take control of the way your audience, your colleagues, your customers see you.

I’m here to remind you to create a great impression in real life and then leverage that work to create a strong reputation currency online.

* STANDOUT From The Crowd ***

📍The Program: Have you always wanted to become a recognized industry leader? Tired of being a best-kept secret? Join the STANDOUT Program: https://bit.ly/3e8Xfc1

📍The Book : Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3n5SLb3

Where to follow and listen to Darine:
➡LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/darinebenamara/
➡Instagram: https://instagram.com/darinebenamara/
➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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THE SOUL CRUSHING TRUTH ABOUT 🚺 AND SELF-PROMOTION

3 simple ways to promote yourself without fear of backlash.

What would your life be like if you were more daring, bold and audacious? It has been well documented that women tend to be reluctant to showcase their achievements, while at the same time they are eager to celebrate and promote someone else' success.

* STANDOUT From The Crowd ***

📍The Program: Have you always wanted to become a recognized industry leader? Tired of being a best-kept secret? Join the STANDOUT Program: https://bit.ly/3e8Xfc1

📍The Book : Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3n5SLb3

Where to follow and listen to Darine:
➡LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/darinebenamara/
➡Instagram: https://instagram.com/darinebenamara/
➡Website: https://thesmartwmn.com/

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Darine BenAmara is a global speaker, consultant and author who provides training programs and speeches to help high-achievers become the leaders they were meant to be. During the past ten years, she has helped tens of thousands of professionals and entrepreneurs build influence and increase their impact by building their skills in personal branding, effective communication and relationship building.

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