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هل يمكن لحلم واحد أن يغيّر حياتك بالكامل؟ في هذه الحلقة من بودكاست SEF Backstage Pass، تتحدث منال رستم، أول مصرية تتسلق قمة إيفرست، عن رحلتها من الأحلام إلى الإنجازات، وكيف واجهت الخوف، والرفض، والفشل، والشك بالنفس حتى أصبحت واحدة من أبرز الملهمين في المنطقة. تشارك منال قصصاً من رحلتها في تسلق أعلى قمم العالم، وما تعلمته عن مواجهة الإخفاق، وبناء الثقة بالنفس، والرفق بالذات، إلى جانب دروس ملهمة يمكن لكل رائد أعمال، أو قائد، أو صاحب حلم أن يستفيد منها. المحاور00:00 المقدمة01:02 من هي منال رستم؟02:00 لماذا قررت تسلق جبل إيفرست؟05:15 هل ننتظر حتى نكون مستعدين؟06:10 كيف أقنعت عائلتها بتحقيق حلمها؟09:25 دعم الأهل وتغيير القناعات12:35 لماذا فشلت في تسلق بعض القمم؟15:00 كيف غيّرت طريقة تفكيرها لتنجح؟17:45 ما الوجه الآخر للإنجاز؟20:35 التعايش مع الأنيميا أثناء تسلق الجبال22:40 لماذا يجب أن نكون ألطف مع أنفسنا؟25:00 حب الذات والتعامل مع الآخرين27:15 متى يجب أن تقول "لا"؟29:10 الجيل الجديد ووضع الحدود الصحية30:20 الامتنان والرضا عن الذات31:05 الرسالة الأخيرة اشتركوا في القناة للمزيد من الحوارات الملهمة مع رواد الأعمال، والمبتكرين، وصناع التغيير عبر بودكاست SEF Backstage Pass. تم إنتاج هذه الحلقة بالشراكة مع Poddster. Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival | LinkedInWebsite: Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival

Why are so many women confused about their health?In this episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, Layla Al Naif, Holistic Nutritionist, shares her personal journey with PCOS and explains why understanding hormones, nutrition, and women's health requires more than one-size-fits-all advice.From overcoming her own health challenges to helping women better understand their bodies, Layla discusses common nutrition myths, hormone health, and practical ways to build sustainable habits for long-term wellbeing.Whether you're navigating hormonal health, PCOS, or simply looking to better understand your body, this conversation offers valuable insights backed by both personal experience and professional expertise.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:03 Meet Layla Al Naif02:03 Layla's PCOS diagnosis and health journey05:10 Why women's health is so misunderstood08:15 The biggest nutrition myths for women12:30 Understanding hormones and metabolism16:05 Protein, weight loss, and common misconceptions20:15 Building sustainable eating habits24:40 Practical advice for better health28:30 Final thoughtsSubscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers on the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

What does it really mean to be a man today?In this episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, Ali Ilyas, Clinical Psychologist at Monarch Health Centers, explores modern masculinity, grief, emotional resilience, relationships, and the importance of building healthier conversations around men's mental health.Drawing from both his personal experiences and years of clinical practice, Ali shares why vulnerability is not weakness, how childhood experiences shape adulthood, and why meaningful human connection is essential for long-term wellbeing.Whether you're navigating relationships, leadership, or personal growth, this conversation offers valuable insights into emotional health and what it means to thrive in today's world.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:50 Meet Ali Ilyas01:10 How losing his father shaped his life and career03:02 What people get wrong about modern masculinity05:30 Why are young men drawn to Andrew Tate?06:15 The mental health crisis facing men08:00 Why men struggle to open up emotionally10:34 Anger, emotions, and mental health at work12:18 What are men really carrying?13:25 How to support the men in your life15:00 One simple question that builds better conversations16:10 The everyday pressures men face18:05 Why a man's worth is more than what he provides20:20 How Ali protects his own mental health22:00 Practical techniques for reducing stress and anxiety24:00 The most rewarding part of working with men25:05 Social media's impact on men and mental health26:00 Final thoughtsSubscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers on the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

What if your body has been trying to tell you something all along?In this episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, Natasha Rudatsenko, Founder & CEO of Health Nag, shares the personal health journey that transformed her life and inspired her to build one of the UAE's fastest-growing wellness brands.From overcoming chronic health challenges to rethinking nutrition, stress, entrepreneurship, and personal responsibility, Natasha explains why lasting health starts with understanding your body—not simply treating symptoms.Whether you're building a business, pursuing better health, or looking for practical ways to improve your wellbeing, this conversation offers valuable lessons on resilience, discipline, and creating lasting change.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:24 Natasha's health diagnosis at 2101:24 Meet Natasha Rudatsenko & Health Nag02:22 How her health journey began04:14 Taking responsibility for your health06:02 Can the body heal itself?08:15 The biggest misconceptions about wellness09:54 Functional medicine explained11:45 Building Health Nag from personal experience14:18 From entrepreneurship to Shark Tank15:48 Why entrepreneurship is never easy18:00 Building brands with purpose20:18 The future of health and wellness22:02 Final advice and closing remarksSubscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers on the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

Can empathy build a successful business?In this episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, Mallek Walid sits down with Nand Kishore Chaudhary, Founder & Chairman of Jaipur Rugs, to explore how compassion, purpose, and unconditional love became the foundation of one of India's most respected social enterprises.Known as the "Gandhi of the Carpet Industry," Nand shares the philosophy behind empowering more than 40,000 artisans, why empathy creates stronger leaders, balancing family and business, hiring people based on purpose rather than resumes, and how businesses can create lasting social impact while remaining profitable.This conversation is a masterclass in leadership, entrepreneurship, culture, and building organizations that put people first.Chapters00:00 Why empathy is the foundation of leadership00:54 Meet Nand Kishore Chaudhary01:39 Why he's called the "Gandhi of the Carpet Industry"03:32 From selling shoes to building Jaipur Rugs05:07 Empowering artisans through entrepreneurship06:17 Building a family business with purpose07:41 Balancing family and business08:57 Leading with kindness without compromising standards11:12 How to handle employees who want to leave13:03 The "Search for Divine Souls" hiring philosophy15:07 Nand's advice for every entrepreneur15:56 Closing remarksSubscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers on the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

When is the right time to leave your corporate career and become an entrepreneur?In this episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, Ann Marie McQueen sits down with Harith Al Midfa, Managing Partner of Recovery Island and Founder of Kayan Textile Manufacturing, to discuss the realities of entrepreneurship, leaving corporate life, building purpose-driven businesses, and creating long-term impact.Harith shares the story behind leaving a stable career, the philosophy of "burn the ships," balancing profit with purpose, building strong teams, overcoming uncertainty, and why entrepreneurs should focus on systems rather than doing everything themselves.Whether you're starting your first business or scaling an existing one, this conversation offers valuable lessons on leadership, resilience, and sustainable growth.Chapters00:00 Burn the ships: Taking the leap into entrepreneurship01:09 Meet Harith Al Midfa01:22 Why he left corporate life03:08 The moment everything changed04:25 Recovery Island and creating social impact06:17 Why Harith founded Kayan Textile Manufacturing07:52 Building businesses with purpose09:43 Balancing profit and purpose10:05 Building systems that scale11:40 Standing out from the competition13:10 The value of strategic partnerships15:07 Lessons from building multiple businesses17:02 Why founders must learn to delegate18:35 Choosing the right people19:48 The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make21:09 Why founders need passive income21:37 Dealing with uncertainty22:35 Entrepreneurship in Sharjah23:15 Final advice for entrepreneurs24:08 Closing remarksSubscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, innovators and changemakers on the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast.This episode was created in collaboration with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

كيف يحوّل رائد الأعمال فكرة إلى مشروع يستمر؟في هذه الحلقة من بودكاست SEF Backstage Pass، نستضيف شما سعيد بن لاحج، مستشارة معتمدة في ريادة الأعمال، ومؤسسة Sahab Vacation Homes وUnleash، للحديث عن رحلتها في تأسيس المشاريع، واتخاذ القرارات، والتعامل مع التحديات، وبناء مشروع قادر على الاستمرار.تشارك شما تجربتها في الانتقال من مشروع القهوة إلى تأسيس أول شركة لتشغيل بيوت العطلات في إمارة الشارقة، كما تتحدث عن أهمية وضوح الرؤية، والتعامل مع الفشل، والمخاطرة، وأبرز الأخطاء التي يقع فيها رواد الأعمال في بداية رحلتهم.إذا كنت تفكر في إطلاق مشروعك، أو تعمل على تنمية مشروع قائم، فهذه الحلقة مليئة بالدروس العملية والتجارب الواقعية.المحاور00:00 المقدمة00:25 من هي شما سعيد بن لاحج؟02:07 كيف بدأت رحلة ريادة الأعمال؟03:13 البرامج الريادية التي ساهمت في تشكيل شخصيتها04:12 كيف يبدأ رائد الأعمال... وكيف يستمر؟05:12 كيف تكسب ثقة العملاء والشركاء؟06:26 أبرز التحديات التي تواجه رواد الأعمال07:34 كيف تتغلب على التردد قبل إطلاق المشروع؟08:29 أهم المهارات التي يحتاجها رائد الأعمال09:24 التعامل مع الفشل دون فقدان الثقة بالنفس10:24 قصة تأسيس أول شركة لتشغيل بيوت العطلات في الشارقة13:03 أهم الدروس من إدارة بيوت العطلات14:05 المخاطرة واتخاذ القرار تحت الضغط15:28 متى تستمر... ومتى تغيّر المسار؟16:07 لماذا أصبحت مرشدة لرواد الأعمال؟17:12 دور المرأة في ريادة الأعمال18:03 ما الذي يحتاجه رائد الأعمال أكثر من التمويل؟19:21 أهمية مهرجان الشارقة لريادة الأعمال20:24 كيف يبني المجتمع نجاح رائد الأعمال؟21:04 ماذا يعني النجاح بالنسبة لشمة؟22:11 الخاتمةاشتركوا في القناة لمشاهدة المزيد من الحوارات مع رواد الأعمال وصنّاع التغيير ضمن بودكاست SEF Backstage Pass.تم إنتاج هذه الحلقة بالشراكة مع بودستر.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

How do you convince people to trust a startup with their life savings?In this episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, Nader Aboulhosn sits down with Nadine Mezher, Co-Founder & CEO of Nawa and Co-Founder of Sarwa, to explore what it really takes to build trust, launch a fintech startup, and create brands people genuinely connect with.Nadine shares the lessons behind Sarwa's growth, why education became its biggest marketing advantage, and how she approached branding differently in an industry built on complexity. She also discusses her transition into building Nawa, balancing creativity with business, hiring exceptional teams, leadership, resilience, and why entrepreneurs must continuously learn what they don't know.Whether you're building a startup, growing a brand, or interested in entrepreneurship, marketing, fintech, and leadership, this conversation is packed with practical insights.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:44 Welcome to the podcast01:25 From finance to fashion school03:39 Why Sarwa looked different from every fintech brand05:03 Making investing simple for everyone06:57 How Sarwa earned customer trust from day one09:10 Fintech, trust, and surviving difficult markets11:02 Lessons from COVID and entrepreneurship12:04 Motherhood, resilience & leadership15:00 Being a woman in finance16:45 Building Nawa after Sarwa19:05 Fashion, manufacturing & building resilient economies22:26 Learning what you don't know as a founder23:29 Hiring great people & building strong teams29:57 Leadership, delegation & scaling a business31:00 Final thoughtsSubscribe for more conversations with founders, innovators and changemakers from the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival.

Ashraf Ghori, Founder & CEO of Xpanse CGI, joins the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast to discuss creativity, filmmaking, entrepreneurship, AI, and the future of content creation.An award-winning artist, filmmaker, and one of the region's pioneers in CGI filmmaking, Ashraf shares how a recession in 2008 became the catalyst for creating the Middle East's first CGI science-fiction film, why he chose to grow his business organically, and how AI is reshaping the creative industry.He also discusses artistic integrity, intellectual property, standing out in a world of templates, and why creators should focus on producing exceptional work rather than fearing technological change.Timestamps:00:00 – The recession that changed everything01:05 – Introduction to Ashraf Ghori01:32 – Creating the region's first CGI sci-fi film02:46 – The story behind Zero Error04:10 – Being ahead of your time05:16 – Why the film became a short instead of a feature06:05 – Building a CGI production with limited resources07:06 – Why he chose filmmaking07:29 – Turning a recession into an opportunity08:33 – Using downtime to create something meaningful09:03 – Creativity and entrepreneurship09:51 – From artist to entrepreneur10:32 – Why he chose slow, sustainable growth11:18 – The dangers of growing too fast12:12 – AI and the future of creativity13:29 – Becoming an early AI adopter14:48 – How AI is changing content production15:30 – His new AI venture15:40 – Starting as a young illustrator16:05 – How one initiative opened doors for a decade17:42 – What creators should do differently today18:00 – Why average work won't stand out18:56 – The importance of giving 110%19:32 – Why templates don't create memorable creators19:58 – The opportunity AI creates for the next generation20:23 – Can AI help create the next Spielberg?21:33 – The future of filmmaking with AI22:00 – Will AI replace creators?22:57 – Protecting your intellectual property23:26 – Why creators shouldn't fear being copied24:14 – The future belongs to those who adapt🎧 Watch the full episode now on YouTube.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

Fatima Alloghani, the first Emirati woman solo adventure rider, joins the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast for a powerful conversation about courage, identity, mental health, self-discovery, and the journey that took her across continents on a motorcycle.After years of professional success, Fatima found herself asking a difficult question: what happens when everything looks perfect on the outside, but you still aren't happy?That question led her to leave behind comfort, ride thousands of kilometers alone, and embark on a journey of healing, growth, and self-discovery.In this episode, she shares lessons from the road, her battle with depression, being diagnosed with ADHD later in life, the kindness she found in strangers, and why sometimes the bravest thing you can do is take the first step.Timestamps:00:00 – Why she never felt like she belonged00:55 – Meet Fatima Alloghani01:47 – Why she didn't want anyone to know about the trip03:01 – The pain that inspired her journey03:43 – Leaving her job and riding to nowhere04:43 – Why she chose to travel alone05:32 – Feeling different her entire life06:22 – Finding herself in solitude07:07 – Success didn't make her happy08:02 – Why she left everything behind08:33 – "It was less scary than not wanting to be here anymore"09:13 – Depression, ADHD, and mental health10:33 – What silence taught her11:05 – Learning to trust people again12:18 – The country that surprised her the most14:16 – Breaking expectations as an Emirati woman rider15:02 – Her daughter's reaction to the journey16:06 – Telling her family the truth18:18 – The million-dollar question: Who are you without your achievements?19:22 – How success can change your relationships20:17 – The conversation that changed her relationship with her mother21:53 – Healing old wounds22:28 – The advice every woman needs to hear22:33 – "You don't need a big leap. You just need the first step."🎧 Watch the full episode now and discover the remarkable story of an Emirati woman who rode across continents to find herself.

Bin Swelah joins the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast for a candid conversation on stand-up comedy, content creation, acting, social media, and the future of entertainment in the UAE and the Arab world.From starting in theatre in 2014 to becoming one of the region's most recognizable comedians, Bin Swelah shares how he used social media to build an audience, why stand-up remains his first love, and what it takes to make people laugh while respecting cultural values.He also discusses the future of Arab cinema, the challenges of local comedy, and why creators need to think bigger than their immediate audience.Timestamps:00:00 – Why local stand-up comedy is so difficult01:08 – Meet Bin Swelah02:17 – How his comedy journey started03:03 – Why he moved from stand-up to social media03:53 – Stand-up comedian or content creator?04:23 – Why social media matters for entertainers05:49 – What Will Smith understands about social media07:02 – Can the UAE build a comedy and entertainment industry?08:17 – Carrying the future of local stand-up comedy09:24 – Why Arab comedy is different10:03 – The four topics he won't joke about11:04 – How roasting became his first form of comedy13:27 – Learning humour from his father14:04 – The moment his daughter made him laugh15:14 – The art of making people laugh16:00 – Why knowledge makes better comedians18:18 – From stand-up comedy to acting19:01 – Can the Arab world create global cinema?21:17 – Why every stand-up comedian can act22:09 – The future of filmmaking in the UAE23:32 – Creating films for a global audience24:45 – Final thoughts🎧 Watch the full episode now and discover how Bin Swelah is helping shape the future of comedy and entertainment in the UAE.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

What makes the UAE one of the best places in the world to start and scale a business?In this episode, Greg Pearce, Senior Vice President at du, shares his perspective on entrepreneurship, SMEs, customer experience, technology adoption, and the role public-private partnerships play in helping businesses thrive.From the UAE's vision for economic diversification to the rise of AI-powered businesses and the future of entrepreneurship, Greg explains why small businesses have become a critical part of the country's long-term growth strategy.Timestamps00:00 – Why the UAE is an example for entrepreneurs worldwide00:22 – Introduction to Greg Pearce01:00 – Why SMEs became a major focus after COVID02:50 – Comparing the UAE and UK startup ecosystems04:05 – Why the UAE is built for entrepreneurs04:57 – Public-private partnerships and innovation06:00 – Upskilling 10,000 entrepreneurs across the UAE07:10 – Why SMEs matter more than ever07:58 – The UAE's vision for becoming a startup capital09:10 – How AI is helping small businesses compete10:30 – How telecommunications has evolved over the years11:25 – Why connectivity is no longer enough12:35 – Building an ecosystem for entrepreneurs13:05 – How du measures success beyond revenue14:15 – Creating better customer experiences through technology15:20 – The importance of customer trust16:00 – Why customer experience drives business growth17:05 – Putting customers at the center of every decision18:00 – Removing friction for entrepreneurs18:55 – Helping turn the UAE's vision into reality19:20 – Final thoughts and closing remarks🎧 Watch the full episode to learn why entrepreneurship, technology, and customer experience are shaping the future of business in the UAE.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

Hamad Al Hajri, Founder and CEO of Snoonu, joins the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast to share the journey behind building Qatar's first unicorn and one of the region's fastest-growing technology companies.From failing twice before launching Snoonu to building a purpose-driven company valued at over one billion Qatari Riyals, Hamad shares his lessons on entrepreneurship, leadership, hiring, company culture, and scaling technology businesses in the Middle East.Timestamps:00:00 – People are born twice00:40 – Advice for young entrepreneurs01:20 – Why ideas don't matter without purpose02:14 – The importance of finding your life purpose02:55 – Hamad's childhood dream of building a tech company03:36 – Turning a university project into Snoonu03:50 – Failing twice before succeeding04:39 – Building a tech company in Qatar with no VC ecosystem05:32 – The one trait every entrepreneur must have06:40 – Lessons learned from failure08:09 – Why startups fail: leadership09:33 – Building high-performance teams11:46 – Culture fit vs culture add12:06 – Managing a team of 90+ nationalities14:42 – Investing in employee growth and learning17:13 – Why generosity matters in leadership17:55 – How 30 Snoonu employees became millionaires19:18 – Snoonu's future: robotics, drones, and AI21:02 – Leadership during crises and supporting employees24:09 – Why Snoonu operates like a family25:36 – The annual Common Vision workshop26:26 – The real job of a CEO🎧 Watch the full episode now to learn how purpose, resilience, and leadership helped build one of the Middle East's most successful technology companies.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

هل يمكن أن يؤثر ما يحدث داخل المنزل على أداء الشركات والاقتصاد؟في هذه الحلقة، يشارك كريم إسماعيل رؤية مختلفة حول العلاقة بين الأسرة، والصحة النفسية، والإنتاجية، والنجاح المهني. كما يناقش الاحتراق النفسي، وتأثير وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي على الوعي النفسي، وأهمية التحقق من المعلومات، وكيفية التعامل مع ضغوط الحياة والعمل في عالم لا يتوقف.الفصول:00:00 - كيف يؤثر البيت على الصحة النفسية وأداء الشركات00:34 - لماذا اختار الحديث عن الأسرة في مهرجان لريادة الأعمال02:18 - العلاقة بين الأسرة والاقتصاد02:23 - القيمة الحقيقية لدور الأم داخل الأسرة03:31 - الاحتراق النفسي عند الرجال والنساء04:07 - لماذا يجد الرجال صعوبة في طلب المساعدة04:50 - الفرق بين الفضفضة وحل المشكلات05:45 - لماذا أصبحت الحياة أكثر إرهاقاً نفسياً من الماضي06:23 - ثقافة العمل المستمرة وتأثيرها على حياتنا06:44 - انتشار محتوى الصحة النفسية على وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي07:49 - كيف تميّز بين المعلومات الصحيحة والمضللة08:58 - دور القيم والإيمان في الصحة النفسية09:31 - كيف تتحقق من النصائح التي تراها على الإنترنت10:14 - لماذا تكشف البودكاستات حقيقة الأشخاص أكثر من المقاطع القصيرة10:41 - إدارة الوقت والإنتاجية11:48 - مفهوم البركة وعلاقته بالوقت12:43 - لماذا لا يعني العمل لساعات أطول تحقيق نتائج أفضل13:39 - السر وراء النجاح المستدام14:08 - الرسالة الأخيرة🎧 شاهدوا الحلقة كاملة الآن على يوتيوب.تم إنتاج هذه الحلقة بالشراكة مع بودستر.

Barbara O'Neill joins the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast to share the personal story that led her into the world of natural health, nutrition, and holistic wellness.What began with her young daughter's recurring earaches turned into a lifelong journey of research, teaching, and helping people better understand their bodies and overall wellbeing.In this episode, Barbara discusses natural health principles, nutrition, sleep, exercise, personal responsibility, and the habits she believes contribute to long-term wellbeing.Timestamps:00:00 – The experience that changed Barbara's life00:44 – What Barbara O'Neill does01:27 – How her health journey began03:30 – Can the body heal itself?04:18 – Why is Barbara considered controversial?06:32 – "My main aim is to inspire people"06:48 – Does the body want to heal?07:31 – Autoimmune conditions and health challenges08:42 – What doctors think of her work11:11 – Dairy, nutrition, and listening to your body13:39 – Vegan, carnivore, protein, and diet trends16:16 – The truth about fats and seed oils17:45 – Protein supplements and nutrition18:45 – Is healthy eating really expensive?20:12 – Sunlight, circadian rhythm, and wellbeing22:18 – Building a global audience without chasing followers23:40 – Why Barbara takes no supplements25:31 – Natural remedies and simple health practices26:24 – Wearables, blood work, and health tracking29:58 – Barbara's SUSTAIN ME framework for wellbeing🎧 Watch the full episode now and hear Barbara's perspective on natural health, self-care, and building a healthier lifestyle.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

John Sullivan, Chief Marketing Officer at WHOOP, joins the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast to discuss how WHOOP evolved from a niche performance tracker into a global health and performance platform used in more than 50 countries.In this episode, John shares why the UAE has become one of WHOOP's fastest-growing and most influential markets, how WHOOP approaches localization and community-building around the world, the future of AI-powered health coaching, and the lessons entrepreneurs can learn about brand building, content, and growth.Timestamps:00:00 – What WHOOP actually does01:40 – Why the UAE became a key market for WHOOP03:08 – Growing WHOOP from a niche product to a global platform05:09 – Do wearable devices make us less human?07:20 – WHOOP Advanced Labs and AI-powered blood work insights09:31 – The future of health monitoring and preventative care13:14 – Content marketing, AI search, and the future of discovery15:39 – What marketers need to understand about AI16:00 – How challenger brands compete against giants like Apple17:29 – The Australian Open controversy and real-time marketing19:32 – Localization and building communities across 50+ countries22:59 – Influencer marketing, authenticity, and affiliate programs24:55 – Advice for entrepreneurs building wellness brands27:06 – Building trust in a world concerned about data privacy28:38 – Why WHOOP's subscription model protects user data29:01 – Women's health, pregnancy, and personalized insights31:14 – The future of AI-powered health companions🎧 Watch the full episode now and discover how technology, data, AI, and human performance are reshaping the future of health.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.

Amna Al Qubaisi has spent years breaking barriers in motorsport, but one of her biggest challenges wasn't on the racetrack.As the first female Emirati racing driver, Amna faced stereotypes, assumptions, and criticism that attempted to diminish the work, sacrifice, and dedication behind her achievements.In this episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, she opens up about the misconceptions she faced, why she was determined to change perceptions about women from the Middle East, and her mission to create opportunities for the next generation of female racing drivers.Timestamps:00:00 - "She's a Princess of Saudi Arabia"01:00 - Meet Amna Al Qubaisi02:29 - Racing Started Because of Her Father04:04 - Racing Against Her Sister05:24 - Growing Up in a Racing Family06:56 - The Reality of Being a Woman in Motorsport08:43 - Breaking Stereotypes About Middle Eastern Women10:57 - How Racing Shaped Her Character12:00 - Building a Racing Team for Women13:56 - How to Start a Career in Motorsport15:03 - What's Next for Amna16:57 - Raising Sponsorship and Funding18:16 - Talent, Passion & Consistency20:03 - Final ThoughtsWhether you're pursuing a career in motorsport, entrepreneurship, or any ambitious goal, Amna's story is a reminder that talent, resilience, and consistency matter more than the stereotypes others place on you.Subscribe for more conversations with global leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes, and changemakers.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com

What happens when the pursuit of success begins to impact your health?In this episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, Souad Al Serkal, Founder & CEO of CommCation, shares her journey through burnout, leadership, communication, and the life-changing moment that forced her to rethink her priorities.From agency life and corporate leadership to building her own consultancy, Souad reflects on the lessons that shaped her career and her mission to bring kindness, trust, and empathy back into the workplace.She also opens up about the impact stress had on her health, the importance of setting boundaries, and why success should never come at the expense of well-being.Topics Covered:00:00 – I Got Cancer Because of Stress00:42 – Introduction01:27 – From Video Production to Communications03:00 – What Agency Life Teaches You04:04 – Founding CommCation05:12 – Leading with Empathy and Trust06:17 – What's Missing in Today's Workplace Culture07:45 – KPIs vs Clocking In and Out10:29 – Souad's Mission: Bringing Kindness Back11:54 – Burnout and the Warning Signs12:09 – My Doctor Told Me to Quit My Job13:36 – Reprioritizing Life After Cancer14:14 – The 10-Year, 5-Year and 1-Year Plan16:16 – Separating Work Stress from Home Life17:15 – The 20% / 80% Relationship Rule19:31 – How to Identify the Real Source of Stress20:10 – If You Worked as Much as You Meet...21:20 – Why There Is No Perfect Time Management Formula22:23 – The Importance of an Accountability Partner23:02 – Leadership Lessons from Customer Service24:00 – Final ThoughtsSubscribe for more conversations with global leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes, and changemakers.Follow SEF:Instagram: @sharjahefTikTok: @sharjahefLinkedIn: Sharjah Entrepreneurship FestivalWebsite: sharjahef.com