Podcast appearances and mentions of rana nawas

Today's episode will be a little different. I started this podcast in February 2022. Back then, this podcast was finding its voice. It began with audio-only episodes, a small but dedicated community, and a humble number of subscribers. Fast forward to today, and we've expanded our reach to 50 countries, topping the podcast charts several times in careers sections in Bulgaria, Singapore, and Hong Kong.   Throughout each episode, I've asked all my extraordinary guests one vital question: What are your top three tips for making a successful career change? Typically, this question marks the grand finale. I've handpicked some of these tips and will share them with you today.   Here are the details:   (01:14) Simon Ree's top three tips + bonus segment – Ep.1 (06:14) Lubomila Jordanova and how to join the Climate industry – Ep.6 (10:15) Rana Nawas and her three tips + "Are there dead ends in life?" – Ep.15 (14:23) Jay Shaw's tips for career changes success – Ep.18 (16:53) Sonia Wedrychowicz and her 3 tips – Ep.16 (19:32) Stella Kasdagli's 3 tips for career success – Ep.21 (22:55) Mark Ross and his 3 tips for a career change – Ep.22   WATCH THE PODCAST ON  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI1aeNZ-2lqnp9l1VJu2FOQ   FOLLOW THE HOST ON: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anifilipova Personal site: https://anifilipova.me/

Episode 15 of the “Change is possible podcast” is out! My guest is Rana Nawas. She is a 22-year corporate veteran who built her successful career around problem-solving, driving growth and building relationships. After graduating from Oxford with an Engineering degree, she worked in  McKinsey & Company's London Office, the Dubai Government, and GE Capital in a variety of strategy and sales roles. Then she left the corporate world to found her hugely successful podcast "When women win", and become a keynote speaker, advisor, and board chair. Recently, she made another career change and joined Oliver Wyman in Dubai as a partner focusing on the transportation sector. Apart from all the professional success, Rana is a mother of two boys; she is a quad-lingual global citizen, a retired yogini, a cross-fitter, and a cancer survivor. It was such an interesting discussion about life, work, and change Some of Rana's thoughts that stayed with me: The quality of your life is the quality of your relationships You cannot expect everything in life to come out of only one relationship. Sometimes you have to do a job, and you get meaning and purpose from other things And that is OK There are very few dead ends in life. What you want changes over time and that's OK! You recalibrate and figure out what is next Here are Rana's  three key takeaways to have in mind when you plan a career change: - Make sure you are financially secured - Put a lot of thought into what it is that you want to do - When you start with something new – give it a chance; have a grit Tune in, and I promise you – the discussion was so thought-provoking that you will want to spend some alone time thinking about things!

Rana Nawas is a corporate veteran turned podcaster on a mission to help women, which she achieves by being a public speaker, strategic consultant and an incredible founder and host to When Women Win, a show listened to in over 183 countries, where female role models from diverse backgrounds share their inspirational achievements and success stories. Her 17 years of corporate life encompasses a variety of experiences including starting at McKinsey & Company London, to working with the government in Dubai and later on in GE Capital. From being a president of Ellevate Dubai to being featured in some of the biggest media outlets, Rana Nawas is an inspirational woman working everyday in the cause of empowering women and helping them get to the top. In this episode, we indulge in an authentic conversation with Rana Nawas, who shares her incredible personal and professional experience of being in the corporate world and her life after turning into a podcaster. Rana highly regards the importance of women having role models to look up to which is why her podcast, When Women Win, is a platform created to share knowledge and help women rise to the top. Having beaten cancer and juggling her work life with being a mother, Rana shares her valuable experiences to inspire women to invest in themselves and seize opportunities which come their way. Also being a firm believer of representation, Rana continuously highlights women doing amazing things around the world and aims to break stereotypes and show what Arab women are capable of through her podcasts.

Today’s conversation will bring you so much joy and hope through the pragmatic assessments and optimistic mindsets shared by one woman whose singular mission is to help other women. Rana Nawas is an entrepreneur, a keynote speaker, a strategic advisor and the host of iTunes’ number one podcast in the Middle East, When Women Win. Prior to this, she was the youngest sales executive globally, at GE Capital and the president of the Ellevate Network chapter in Dubai. With justice as her #1 value, this cancer-surviving, no-BS Mama shares how she remains focused and intentional amidst chaos. Additionally, we discuss the global nature of the challenges women face in the workplace; how to amplify the achievements of women and under-represented voices, “strategic visibility”, the notion of women being expected to “look young” but act & know old, the concept of “stereotype threat”, caring for yourself first, asking for help and a great tip to help you pick yourself up and “feel good” when you need it most. When Women Win just wrapped up it’s 4th season with its 100th episode earlier this month -- congrats! You can follow her podcast on Instagram and connect directly with Rana via LinkedIn and Instagram

On the 100th episode of When Women Win, Rebecca and I talked about designing your life according to your passions.` Rebecca also shared the inspiration behind her new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage and Success. I love the structure of the book: 21 rules we should all break if we want to achieve success. We dived into 7 of them, so you have another 14 to discover in the book! My favorite quote of the episode was, “Never not use your womanhood to your advantage.” You can learn more about Rebecca by checking out rebeccaminkoff.com. Her book Fearless drops on June 15th, and if you pre-order it now at readfearless.com, you'll receive a 7 bonus goodies! ************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to the When Women Win website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Newsletter subscribers also get invited to 1 free AMA (Ask Me Anything) session per month - so sign up now! What would you like to get out of When Women Win? Drop me a message via LinkedIn – I’d love to hear from you. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

This episode is brought to you by Joi Gifts. Joi is kindly offering When Women Win listeners 15% off any item, just head to joigifts.com/whenwomenwin and use the promo code RanaNawas15 at checkout. ************************************************* I talked to Sebnem about leading a culturally diverse team – and doing it remotely. We discussed how to flex your leadership style to ensure that all your employees feel like they’re treated with respect. We also talked about the importance of leading by example, how to handle disappointments that inevitably arise while doing business, and how to shift your work energy towards what really matters. Sebnem encouraged us to do it with an enterprising mentality and a positive attitude. You can learn more about Sebnem on LinkedIn. ************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to the When Women Win website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Newsletter subscribers also get invited to 1 free AMA (Ask Me Anything) session per month - so sign up now! What would you like to get out of When Women Win? Drop me a message via Instagram or LinkedIn – I’d love to hear from you. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

This episode is brought to you by Joi Gifts. Joi is kindly offering When Women Win listeners 15% off any item, just head to joigifts.com/whenwomenwin and use the promo code RanaNawas15 at checkout.   What did we talk about? Inspiration, resilience, and boundaries that need breaking. As a teenager in Lebanon, Nadine saw how access to quality healthcare changed people's lives. While Proximie started out as an experiment to create positive impact, it has become a global company that epitomizes “the future of surgery.” Nadine discussed her solution-based thinking processes and how that mindset helped her become an entrepreneur. My favorite quote of the episode was: “Stop trying to be perfect because you can’t be. Stop feeling guilty because that doesn’t help.”  You can connect with Nadine on LinkedIn and check out the Proximie website here.   *************************************************   Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to the When Women Win website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Newsletter subscribers also get invited to 1 free AMA (Ask Me Anything) session per month - so sign up now! What would you like to get out of When Women Win? Drop me a message via Instagram or LinkedIn – I’d love to hear from you. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

What did we talk about? Value alignment, purposefulness and being discerning about where you work. We also discussed key leadership traits such as introspection and reflection, and Bola gave practical tips for carving out your own path. My favorite quote of the episode was: “Failure happens, but it’s not fatal.” You can learn more about Bola and connect with her on LinkedIn. ************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to the When Women Win website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Newsletter subscribers also get invited to 1 free AMA (Ask Me Anything) session per month, so sign up now! If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

Catriona demystified artificial intelligence, making it easy to understand for someone like me, who has no background in AI. We examined ethical AI, how machines are set to change the world, and her role in ensuring diversity and inclusion is programmed into the future. Catriona shared how the trauma she faced as a child shaped her as a businesswoman, and how mindfulness has helped her get through life’s greatest obstacles. The Heroine’s Journey is a 7-part journey that all women take, and Catriona invites you to find out where you are on that journey. My favorite quote of the episode was, “Everyone was telling me “that’s impossible” - but everything inside of me was telling me that it is possible.” You can find Catriona on LinkedIn and Twitter @catrionawallace. **************************************************** Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to the When Women Win website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Newsletter subscribers also get invited to 1 free AMA (Ask Me Anything) session per month - so sign up now! What would you like to get out of When Women Win? Drop me a message via Instagram or LinkedIn – I’d love to hear from you. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

What did we discuss? Literature, discrimination and emotional intelligence. Elif & I talked about why storytelling matters in the fight for just and equality. And Elif shared some tips on how YOU can become a writer, as everyone has a story to tell. My favorite quote of the episode was, “When we travel into someone else's truth, it connects us with our fellow human beings and makes us realize that the truth can change.” You can find Elif on Instagram @shafakelif and at her website.   ****************************************************   Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to the When Women Win website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Newsletter subscribers also get invited to 1 free AMA (Ask Me Anything) session per month, so sign up now! What would you like to get out of When Women Win? Drop me a message via Instagram or LinkedIn – I’d love to hear from you. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thanks a million! Rana

Farah & I talked about investing in yourself, taking risks, losing it all, cultivating grit and rebuilding from scratch. Farah shared how working in the male-dominated world of Middle Eastern finance fueled her desire to help more women rise to leadership positions.   My favorite quote of the episode was, “I learned to lose everything and then find a way to rebuild.” You can find Farah at https://poweroftara.net/tara-team/. ***************************************************** Would you like detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? To join our free AMA? Head to our website and sign up for our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Have you found us on social media yet? Pick your poison: Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn? If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana  

We discussed Zélika’s passion for art and how she built a business to boost Latin America’s art industry, despite facing hundreds of "no"s. Zélika stressed the importance of patience and focus, and talked about how to build credibility as a young woman. Though Covid has thrown a wrench in her plans, she’s excited by the opportunity to innovate the fair and keep growing in new ways. My favorite quote of the episode was: “Everything is negotiable. Everything.” You can find Zélika at https://zsonamaco.com. ******************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to our website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Have you found us on social media yet? Pick your poison: Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn? If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

What did we discuss? How to persevere through life’s most challenging moments. Ibtihaj talked about her evolution as an athlete - why she picked the sport of fencing and what it was like competing and medalling at the 2016 Rio Olympics. We discussed the physical, mental and emotional adversity she’s had to overcome as a Black and Muslim and female athlete, and Ibtihaj talked about how her faith and her support network helped her through it all. You can find Ibtihaj at her website: https://www.ibtihajmuhammad.com ***************************************************** Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? To receive a free invitation to my next Ask Me Anything hour? Head to the When Women Win website and sign up for our monthly newsletter. What would you like to get out of When Women Win? Drop me a message via Instagram or LinkedIn – I’d love to hear from you. If you're on iTunes, could you spare a moment to write a review? Thanks so much for being here, Rana

What did we talk about? We talked mostly about the business process, like how to achieve consistent growth, and how to navigate challenges along the way. We discussed the difference between starting up and scaling up, responding to customer feedback, building the right team, being a mompreneur and of course we touched on nutritional advice. My favorite quote of the episode was Nathalie’s advice on balancing work and family: “Whenever you’re at work, try to be at work; whenever you’re with the kids, try to be with the kids.” You can find Nathalie at https://www.rightbite.com/ **************************************************** Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? To join our free monthly AMA? Head to whenwomenwinpodcast.com Let’s get social! When Women Win is @whenwomenwinpodcast on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedIn. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

What did we talk about? We talked about the dance that we do at work every day - having fun and also taking difficult decisions; being a committed professional while also being a full-time mom, wife and daughter. We discussed networking, confidence and not settling for the status quo. You can find Silvia on LinkedIn.   ****************************************************** Would you like a free invite to join When Women Win's monthly Ask Me Anything session? Head to our website and sign up for our monthly newsletter for details. While at the website, you can find show notes & transcripts for back episodes, or just send us some love!  To stay up to date on all things women in business, find Rana on Instagram and LinkedIn.  If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

What did we talk about? The 3 major transitions in a working couple’s life and how to navigate them. This episode is FULL of practical advice. My favorite quote was “Desire doesn’t come when you’re sat next to someone and they’re in their pyjamas with their laptop on their knee!" You can find out more about Jennifer and her work at her website: https://www.jpetriglieri.com/. or head here to watch Jennifer's recent TED talk on the subject.   ******************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to our website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Have you found us on social media yet? Pick your poison: Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn? If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

My formal bio! Rana Nawas is a corporate veteran turned speaker and podcaster, on a mission to help women win. She does this through inspiring keynotes, strategic advisory and her podcast, When Women Win - a show where female role models from diverse backgrounds share inspirational stories and practical tools for success. Rana spent 17 years in the corporate world, at McKinsey & Company's London Office, the Dubai Government, and GE Capital in a variety of strategy and sales roles. Whilst at GE, she co-led the Women’s Network for the Middle East, Africa & Turkey and led the charge in rewriting policies and helping women rise. Rana has been featured on CNN and in Vogue Arabia; her articles have been published in Forbes, GQ and many others. Rana is also a full-time mother, wife, daughter, sister, meal planner & wannabe athlete.  ******************************** I'd love to hear what you think of the format and content of this 5-minute episode... Could you send a message through https://whenwomenwinpodcast.com? Or via my LinkedIn and Instagram @rananawas? Thank you! Rana

What did we talk about? Failure, success & alignment. We talked about getting help when you need it - from a therapist, friend or mentor, and Mariate gave advice on networking and job hunting – listen closely for that 2x2 matrix tool… Finally, we discussed her uncomfortable reality of starting a new job right at the beginning of COVID - and she shared some practical tips on leading a remote team that you’ve never met! My favorite quote of the episode was “The worst enemy of an entrepreneur is a good salary!" You can find Maria Teresa Arnal on Twitter and LinkedIn. ******************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to our website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Newsletter subscribers also get invited to 1 free AMA (Ask Me Anything) session per month - so sign up now! Have you found us on social media yet? Pick your poison: Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn? If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

My favorite quote of the episode was “Psychological safety is not at odds with having tough conversations – it is what allows us to have tough conversations." You can find Amy on LinkedIn and Twitter. ******************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to our website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Have you found us on social media yet? Pick your poison: Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn? If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

My favorite quotes of the episode were: “I didn’t let anyone tell me I had to change my vision to be successful.” “A leader inspires the team, but also allows her team to inspire her.” You can find Dominique Crenn here on Instagram, and her restaurant website is: https://www.ateliercrenn.com/ I also highly recommend you check out Chef’s Table, a Netflix documentary about the world’s biggest chefs. Season 2, episode 3 is on Dominique Crenn – and her food philosophy. ******************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to whenwomenwinpodcast.com If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

My favorite quote of the episode was “Don't be a lady in waiting!” You can find Ann on Twitter as @AnnMCairns and LinkedIn @AnnCairns. ******************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to whenwomenwinpodcast.com If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to subscribe to, rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

Welcome to episode 3 of the Rewind, as we count down to the launch of Season 4 on Jan 4th. During our conversation, Lily shared valuable lessons she learned in the corporate world that have served her well in entrepreneurship, as well as how she has navigated challenges along her journey - not least of them, Covid. While this is a Rewind episode, Lily kindly provided an update last week on how things are going in a Covid world. I was curious because 100% of her business was in-person contact with medical staff... Listen on for her learnings and silver linings! If you would like to know more about Lily you can find her on LinkedIn . You can also find her business Malaak at www.malaakme.com  ****************************************************** Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to the When Women Win website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. What would you like to get out of When Women Win? Drop me a message on Instagram or LinkedIn – I’d love to hear from you. Thank you, Rana

Welcome to episode 2 of the Rewind, as we count down to the launch of Season 4 on Jan 4th. There are many reasons that this is one of the world's favorite podcasts: we talked about confidence, authenticity, stereotype threat and self-promotion. We explored faith, being human and how to move on after the loss of a loved one. You can find Boz on Instagram @badassboz. ********************************** Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to the When Women Win website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. What would you like to get out of When Women Win? Drop me a message on Instagram or LinkedIn – I’d love to hear from you. Thank you, Rana

As we count down to the launch of Season 4 on Jan 4th, we are running a When Women Win "Rewind" to your favorite past episodes. This is the first of three Rewind episodes... During our chat, we discussed how to set goals correctly and how grit helped Caroline overcome bulimia at the age of 22. We defined happiness and I learned the happiest people are the people who wake up to hard goals – people who have “ikigai”, a Japanese word that means “reason for being”. You can find Caroline on LinkedIn and Instagram. ******************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to the When Women Win website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. What would you like to get out of When Women Win? Drop me a message on Instagram or LinkedIn – I’d love to hear from you. Thank you, Rana

Hi Everyone, This is an unusual episode... I wanted to reconnect with you because it has been way too long since COVID cramped our style! When Women Win is coming back with a vengeance, and I think it's our most important season yet because of the crazy "shecession" we're in that is burning women out. During this short episode, I mention some entities: Elaa Beirut provides free online mental healthcare to people in Lebanon suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD). On October 18th, I'll be doing a mentoring session for Ellevate Dubai and ANYONE in the world can sign up here. ******************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to our website. While there, you can also sign up to our newsletter that – just once a month – sends behind the scenes goodies to your inbox. Have you found us on social media yet? Pick your poison: Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn? If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

My favorite quote of the episode was “It’s common – it’s not normal”. You can find Bernadette at her website or on Instagram. The business highlighted on this episode is Women @Work, a company that helps corporate find the right female talent, and helps women get back into the workforce.   ******************************************************* To get notified of the release of Bernadette’s book – and for other top tips & free livestreams – subscribe to the When Women Win newsletter at whenwomenwinpodcast.com. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

My two favorite quotes were: “Who do you think you are, you’re just a drop in the ocean…”. Her reply: “what is the ocean but millions of drops?” “Reading for fun is so important…. For the development of cognitive skills, for the imagination, for learning about other people, so that you’re more empathetic and better at communication”   You can find Rana at her website https://welovereading.org/ or on Twitter as @Prof_RanaDajani or @welovereading. And this is Rana’s book Five Scarves: Doing the Impossible - If We Can Reverse Cell Fate, Why Can't We Redefine Success? A huge thank you to the 2020 Dubai Women’s Forum, where this episode was recorded. The podcast I mentioned that outlines how everyone can support health workers during the COVID19 pandemic is this episode by Tim Ferriss. Finally, the business I mentioned in Segment U is Qidz. Lots of ideas on how to amuse your children at home – only after you’ve done lots of reading… of course!   ******************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to whenwomenwinpodcast.com and sign up for our monthly newsletter. If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

My favorite quote of the episode is right at the end, so listen on for it... Here are two other quotes whose juxtaposition I loved: “That kind of loyalty, you get from managing with love” “Any decision that I make has never been at the cost of the P&L” You can find Nisreen on LinkedIn. PLEASE do reach out to her if you have any questions on IVF, adoption or surrogacy. The Marketing business I mentioned in Segment U is http://www.itaniandcompany.com/   ******************************************************* Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to whenwomenwinpodcast.com If you’re on iTunes, would you kindly take half a minute to rate & review the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

My favorite quote was “Before I became a refugee, I was not a sporty person!” If you would like to learn more about Marie-Christine's work and / or support her organization “Safe Refuge Rwanda”, do feel free to email her at: saferefugerwanda@gmail.com A huge thank you to naseba and their 2019 Women in Leadership Economic Forum for making this interview possible.   ******************************************************   Want detailed show notes? A list of book recommendations? To send us some love? To nominate a guest? Head to whenwomenwinpodcast.com Let’s get social! When Women Win is @whenwomenwinpodcast on Instagram, Twitter & LinkedIn. Would you kindly take half a minute to support our work by subscribing to, rating & reviewing the podcast? It would help tremendously. Thank you, Rana

This podcast was taken from the Middle East Podcast Forum, September 2019. It’s a panel that I’ve hosted where we spoke about growing an audience for a podcast. My guests are the incredibly talented Rana Nawas, Big Hass & Digital Hoos of ‘Lets Take this online’.

Buckle Up is a series of interviews "On The Go" so, Buckle Up & join us for a drive. My 29th Guest is Rana Nawas. She is a 17-year corporate veteran turned speaker and podcaster, on a mission to help women win. She does this through inspiring keynotes, strategic advisory and her podcast, When Women Win - a show where female role models from diverse backgrounds share inspirational stories and practical tools for success. Follow Rana Nawas www.instagram.com/rananawas/ Follow Her Podcast "When Women Win" www.instagram.com/whenwomenwi... All the Episodes she mentioned in the video above are here:- whenwomenwinpodcast.com/podca... Follow Me on www.instagram.com/big_hass/ Reach Out By Email buckleupdxb@gmail.com

04/05/2019: From a recently published rom com described as a ‘Sleepless in Seattle for the 21st Century’, to Michelle Obama’s Becoming, a biography of a real-life Scarlett O’Hara who went from rural 19th Century farm girl to European royalty and the best-selling memoir Educated by Tara Westover, this week’s stack of recommendations is a real mix thanks to Think With Google Editor and Holiday in Heels blogger Sara Hamdan.

04/05/2019: Why do we get stressed to the point of burnout? How do we fix it? And is it different for men and women? Reviewing Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Amelia and Emily Nagoski is president of Ellevate Dubai, creator and presenter of podcast When Women Win and non-fiction aficionado, Rana Nawas.

04/05/2019: Today’s soundtrack is by the 1974 poet laureate of Colorado and inspired by Leon McCarron and Malachy Tallack’s conversation at the 2019 Emirates Airline Festival of Literature about unconventional journeys.

My guest on today’s show was ranked by the Financial Times as one of the Top 5 “Global Champions of Women in Business” in 2017 and 2018. Rana Ghandour Salhab is the Talent and Communications partner at Deloitte, Middle East, covering 16 countries in the region and with numerous responsibilities, from building strategies in the field of human capital to overseeing Deloitte ME’s media, communications and CSR activity. Rana also advises governments across the Middle East on gender equality laws and practices, and serves on the advisory boards of multiple organizations such as Reach Mentoring and the 30% Club. We talked about the skills of tomorrow and how artificial intelligence will not take away all our jobs. We explored the pros and cons of having choice, and Rana's perspectives reassured us that very few decisions are actually momentous and have life-long impact. We also discussed confidence, risk-taking and the imposter syndrome – this is actually a great follow-on from the last episode, how we raise boys to be brave and girls to be perfect. Finally, Rana shared her thoughts on what corporations and governments could do to help women thrive and deliver. To find out more about Rana or get in touch with her, head over to her LinkedIn profile. Thank you for listening to this episode. While you’re here, remember to like and subscribe.

Today’s show is about cultivating resilience. But before we get into Najla’s own path of navigating social norms and obstacles, we talk about her unusual job.  Najla is the CEO of Sheraa, a government entity that has been tasked to turn a cultural city into a bustling entrepreneurship hub. We discussed why Sharjah has chosen this strategy and what the critical elements are to create a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. Culture plays a huge role here, at a micro and macro level, as does the word “failure”. We talked about the different needs that entrepreneurs have at various stages of their journey, and how that translates into programs at Sheraa (by the way, these are all free of charge). Finally, Najla shared her story of how she got onto the board of a bank, an entertaining and eye-opening mix of head, heart and hustle. Prior to joining Sheraa, Najla had worked at the Khalifa Fund and McKinsey and Company’s New York office, primarily serving clients across the financial institutions sector. Her experience also includes roles within PwC and Shell. Najla is a board member of United Arab Bank, where she also chairs the Board Audit Committee and is a member of the Board Risk Committee. She is Vice-Chairperson of Young Arab Leaders and a fellow of the Aspen Institute’s Middle East Leadership Initiative. Najla holds an MBA from Stanford University. To find out more about Najla and to get in touch, follow her on Twitter and at Sheraa. While you're here, please remember to subscribe, rate & review the show! You can find me on Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

Jeffery Tobias Halter is a thought-leader on how companies can recruit, retain and advance women in the workplace. He is the President of YWomen, a consulting firm focused on engaging men in women’s leadership issues. Prior to creating YWomen, Jeffery spent over 20 years in various sales roles at the Coca Cola Company, and was later appointed their Director of Diversity Strategy. We had a deep discussion about what male allies and advocates can do to support women in the workplace. We talked about the four barriers that men face in demonstrating their support and how they can be overcome. We explored the business case for gender parity, metrics to drive accountability, and male gender fatigue. Jeffery highlighted some actions that CEOs can take immediately to improve diversity at their companies, and he shared two free tools that can be used to gender sensitize ourselves, our leadership and our organisations. Jeffery is author of two books, Why Women and Selling to Men, Selling to Women. He writes for numerous business publications and is a two-time TEDx speaker. You can find out more about Jeffery’s work on LinkedIn, Twitter and his website. While you’re here, please do subscribe to the podcast and tap out a rating! You can find me on Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn @rananawas.

Rana Nawas is the host of one of the strongest original podcasts to come out of the Middle East region. In this conversation, she shares her journey of leaving the corporate world, becoming a mom, facing a serious diagnosis and being an outspoken women activist.

The When Women Win Podcast has featured over 40 boss ladies and we've covered everything about them and their lives. In this episode, however, we are going to do something different. I've asked someone very special to take over the podcast: Hala Gorani. Hala needs no introduction - she is the legendary anchor on CNN, where she has her own nightly news show, Hala Gorani Tonight. She was also the final guest on Season 1 of When Women Win. And on this episode, Hala will be interviewing... ME.  A little about me in the third person: Rana Nawas is a keynote speaker, strategic advisor and host of the very podcast you're listening to. She left the corporate world after 17 years to pursue her passion of helping women shine. I hope you enjoy this episode, and I look forward to seeing all of you in 2019! Find out more about Hala and follow her on Twitter @HalaGorani,  Instagram @hgorani, and CNN. Find out more about Rana and follow her on Instagram @rananawas, LinkedIn, and on her website rananawas.com For more information about the podcast, please visit whenwomenwinpodcast.com

Rana Nawas, creator of the “When Women Win” podcast shares her journey from the top of the corporate world at GE to launching the number one podcast in the Middle East. Find out what she’s learned, what style-flexing means and why you need it to be a great leader. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook.com/pulse95radio www.twitter.com/pulse95radio www.instagram.com/pulse95radio

Rana Nawas has spent her professional life standing up for women's rights in the workplace in Dubai. As SVP of Capital Markets for GE, Rana pushed for better maternity leave policy and advocated for women at her company. As President of the Ellevate Dubai chapter, Rana creates opportunities for professional women to develop their careers and support one another. Rana's next endeavor is her podcast, “When Women Win,” which highlights formidable women of the past and present. On this episode of the Ellevate Podcast, we talk to Rana about changing workplace policy and culture, how she manages her busy schedule, and what inspired her path to championing women.

Rana Nawas has spent her professional life standing up for women’s rights in the workplace in Dubai. As SVP of Capital Markets for GE, Rana pushed for better maternity leave policy and advocated for women at her company. As President of the Ellevate Dubai chapter, Rana creates opportunities for professional women to develop their careers and support one another. Rana’s next endeavor is her podcast, “When Women Win,” which highlights formidable women of the past and present. On this episode of the Ellevate Podcast, we talk to Rana about changing workplace policy and culture, how she manages her busy schedule, and what inspired her path to championing women.

Rana Nawas is a published writer, corporate warrior and sought-after speaker on a mission to inspire women of all backgrounds to shine. Born in England to a Palestinian father and Lebanese mother, Rana grew up like many Western-educated Arabs facing the dichotomy of liberal and traditional values.Rana’s education at Oxford University and Harvard Business School gave her a strong foundation to solve problems and negotiate effectively, but nothing could have prepared her for the tough reality that women face as they rise through the corporate world.Over the course of her 17-year corporate career spanning McKinsey & Company’s London Office, the Dubai Government and GE Capital, Rana has pioneered new markets, launched new products, led diverse and sometimes virtual teams, won business all over the world and developed strong relationships. She also led the charge in rewriting corporate policies that impact women, championed pay parity and helped women rise in their professional and personal lives.Rana is a mother of two and a wife of one, she is the creator and host of the podcast When Women Win, sharing inspirational stories and tools that boss ladies from all walks of life have used along their journeys, and is the chapter president of Ellevate, a global organization that brings professional women together.Rana has been featured in the press, on TV and on radio. She has spoken in front of diverse audiences on a variety of topics, and has been labelled a “thought-provoking”, “fact-driven” and “inspiring” speaker.You can keep up with the latest from Rana on her website at RanaNawas.com.Enjoy the show! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Obama is ​also ​a published author, having released her memoir “And Then Life Happens” in both German and English. We talked about sustainable economic growth, supporting children holistically from the age of 4 to 25, dispelling the victim mentality and redefining the notion of poverty. We also discussed a strategy for everyday people who want to engage in philanthropy, and touched on Auma’s famous brother only a tiny bit.​ ​If you would like to learn more about the Sauti Kuu Foundation or make a donation, please go to www.sautikuufoundation.org  A huge thanks to Naseba and the Global WIL Economic Forum for making this interview possible.

If you've ever wondered how billionaires manage their wealth or how a family office operates, this is the show for you! Ida Beerhalter leads IOME, a Riyadh-based private investment partnership of women principals from the Gulf region. She also serves as member of the Board of Trustees, advisor, and expert with various for-profit and not-for-profit organizations around the globe, including Astia USA, Omnia Strategy UK, Sauti Kuu Foundation Germany & Kenia, and First Light Trust UK. She also manages her own investment portfolio and is a member of Astia Angels. Beerhalter was awarded the TIAW World of Difference Award in 2015. In this episode we talked about boards and steps you can take to joining one. We also discussed impact investing and supporting women-owned businesses through angel investing. We also talked about how a "family office" operates. A huge thank you to Naseba and the Global WIL Economic Forum 2017 for making this interview possible.