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The Art of Being You
Leadership, Identity, and Internal Authority
Most people think confidence is the problem.
It isn’t.
Confidence is the result of something deeper: knowing who you are and leading from that place.
The Art of Being You explores what it actually takes to move from approval-seeking to authentic leadership.
Hosted by Leadership Identity Coach Nancy Haines, this podcast challenges the common narratives around confidence, success, and leadership.
After building a thriving career in Los Angeles and then rebuilding her life and identity after moving to Dubai, Nancy Haines experienced firsthand what happens when your identity becomes tied to external validation.
This show explores the deeper work of leadership:
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developing internal authority
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separating identity from achievement
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leading with presence instead of performance
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building confidence that comes from alignment, not approval
Each season features a mix of solo episodes and conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs, and thinkers exploring the psychology and lived experience of authentic leadership.
If you’re a high-performing professional, entrepreneur, or leader who is ready to stop performing for approval and start leading from identity — you’re in the right place.
Because the most powerful leadership doesn’t come from proving yourself.
It comes from being fully yourself.
The Art of Being You
The Art of Being You is a self-development podcast that provides a space discuss complex topics such as communication, health, self-love, and all things marriage, sharing tips and tricks of a long-lasting relationship from a male and female perspective.
Listen as your hosts, married interracial couple Nancy and Matthew, bring their authentic thoughts, wisdom, vulnerability, and humour to even the trickiest topics, sharing their personal experiences and explaining how they built a strong relationship despite their different backgrounds.
A resource that enables you to unite in your relationship and regain your authenticity, with each episode created to inspire you to live your best life. Join them on their journey navigating the highs and lows of life together and hear candid conversations that present an authentic marriage at its core.
Listen today to discover a new perspective.
Episodes

Aug 31, 2020
Aug 31, 2020
23 min
The act of surrendering is so powerful and yet it is not used enough. In this episode, we talk about what it means to surrender and how to get out of your own way. Any challenges you are facing requires an answer from a higher power. Surrendering allows you to ask for help and accept you are not alone in this. What are you not happy with that you want to surrender? Try it and see what happens!

Aug 16, 2020
Aug 16, 2020
26 min
Confidence and self-esteem are used interchangeably and most people do not know the difference. The impact of each is very unique and be the reason why you are feeling a bit off.
Understanding the difference between each is quite an aha moment. What it can do for you to know the difference is quite powerful. I was inspired to do this episode from an interview with Dubai Eye Radio.
As always, I share with you some tips to use to help you get out of the funk and getcha mind right!

Jul 19, 2020
Jul 19, 2020
35 min
I had the absolute pleasure of sitting with Lara Tabet, an iconic woman in Dubai. Lara Tabet wears many hats! Among being a wonderful wife and mother, she is an Award-Winning Global Influencer, TV Presenter, Official spokesperson of Arab Fashion Council, and brand Ambassador for multiple luxury brands. Lara shares some intimate stories that will leave you with inspiration, hope, and amazement.

Jun 16, 2020
Jun 16, 2020
27 min
Whether it is at home or in the office, there is a disconnect with others when they don't feel seen or heard. Even if you think you are listening, you may not necessarily be active listening. In this episode, I share some stories and tips to help you to connect with people on a deeper level.

Jun 2, 2020
Jun 2, 2020
24 min
In a time when your voice is the only thing you can use to change the world, this episode discusses how to get it back if you feel like you have lost it.
Finding your voice is a powerful tool to showcase that authentic and unapologetic you!

May 5, 2020
May 5, 2020
18 min
In this episode, you will be introduced to this concept of identity crisis and how it impacts you in your daily life.
Many of us go through an identity crisis when we are going through a transition phase. Single to in a relationship, married to divorced, single to parent, etc...
The phase we are all currently going through is a challenging one and the effects of an identity crisis are here! They are coming to the surface and they feel stronger than ever.
Learn the tips and tools to identify it and also how to overcome it.

Apr 13, 2020
Apr 13, 2020
10 min
In this episode, you get to know a little bit of who I am and why I'm doing this podcast.
The tools I will be sharing with you that I have used with my clients and the journey I have had to get to where I am today. From death in the family, to divorce, to body shaming...It is all coming out. We can't take our power back from a situation if we cannot be vulnerable about it all.
We will discuss identity crisis, self-worth, confidence building techniques and so much more to help you in any situation you are in your life. If you are single, a mom, a career babe...we got you girl! Any transition that you face can be experience with much more ease if you have the right tools and mindset.
Come with me and our guests as they take us through their journeys. See you in the next episode.
