In this episode of Light Up Your Life, we sat down with Nada Nasserdeen, a 2x TEDx speaker, #1 bestselling author, and leadership expert who has transformed the way individuals and companies approach confidence, emotional intelligence, and communication. As the founder of Rise Up For You, Nada has helped professionals across the U.S., Canada, MENA, UK, and Europe unlock their potential through practical leadership strategies.
Nada shares her powerful journey from a performer to a leadership expert, revealing how self-confidence and emotional intelligence play a crucial role in personal and professional success. She breaks down the common barriers to confidence, explains the two types of confidence (micro and macro), and introduces the Four B’s method for overcoming limiting beliefs. She also discusses the importance of effective communication, feedback, and setting healthy boundaries in leadership and personal growth.
If you’re looking to enhance your leadership skills, develop unshakable confidence, and build stronger relationships, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you rise to your full potential.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Nada’s journey from performer to leadership expert shaped her passion for confidence-building.
✅ Self-confidence is the biggest challenge for many professionals.
✅ Emotional intelligence accounts for 75-80% of success in leadership.
✅ There are two types of confidence: micro-confidence (short-term) and macro-confidence (deep-rooted).
✅ Building confidence is a long-term process that requires effort and consistency.
✅ The Four B’s Method helps break limiting beliefs that hold people back.
✅ Feedback is essential for personal and professional growth.
✅ Setting boundaries is crucial for self-care and maintaining a strong mindset.
✅ Surrounding yourself with positive influences accelerates personal and professional development.
✅ Leadership starts with self-awareness and the ability to manage emotions effectively.
Connect with Nada Nasserdeen:
🌎 Website: Rise Up For You
📖 Books: Rise Up For You + Latest Leadership Book
🎤 TEDx Talks & More: Nada’s TEDx Talks
📲 Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube: @NadaNasserdeen
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