What does success mean to you? And what happens when the life you've worked so hard to build... no longer feels like yours?In this deeply personal episode, Paula MacNeill sits down with Moe Swidan, former tech executive turned leadership coach, for a raw and thought-provoking conversation about identity, purpose, and starting over.They explore:- How getting laid off during COVID became a catalyst for transformation- Letting go of external validation and the “success script”- Facing insecurity and self-doubt with honesty- Finding clarity through stillness and intention- Launching a coaching practice built on values, not ego-What reinvention really looks like from the inside outWhether you're considering a career shift, stepping into leadership, or simply searching for deeper purpose, this one will resonate.📌🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms. #PortraitsByPaula #CareerChange #Leadership #Coaching #MensTalk #Podcast #Business #Reinvention #DubaiFollow us on socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastportraits_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@portraits_podcastFollow Moe: https://www.instagram.com/moeswidan/
Chapters:00:00 – Intro: Meet Moe
01:34 – Childhood in Jordan & early years in Canada
04:20 – Navigating identity in two cultures
07:05 – How immigration shaped his worldview
10:12 – From martial arts to mindset: discovering inner discipline
13:45 – Learning emotional control through physical practice
16:28 – How Moe became a life coach
18:36 – The transition from student to teacher
21:10 – Breaking cultural silence around emotions
24:40 – Real talk about anger, suppression & self-awareness
28:12 – Coaching men: the power of vulnerability
31:15 – What he teaches in his programs
35:50 – Building authentic male friendships
38:30 – Gender dynamics & social expectations
41:40 – Redefining strength: softness as power
44:58 – His advice for anyone on a self-awareness journey
47:00 – Reflections on healing, community & emotional growth
50:10 – Final thoughts & where to find Moe online
