The Confidence Chronicles

How to Unlock Self-Reliance and Create the Life of Your DreamsThis episode is one you do not want to miss! I’ve got the one and only Maha Abouelenein joining me—a true powerhouse with a story that’s all about grit, growth, and going after what you want.Maha's journey is insane. Born and raised in Minnesota, she started her career with Fortune 500 giant General Mills, where she crushed it in sports marketing, working with the Olympics, NFL, NASCAR, and more. But she didn’t stop there. She took a massive leap, moving to Egypt and the UAE, building a killer career in communications, and running her own firm, Digital & Savvy, with clients from top tech startups to global giants.In this episode, we dive deep into her journey of self-reliance—going from the corporate world to building her own empire. Maha drops truth bombs about personal branding, resilience, and owning your story. We’re talking about how you can take charge of your life and build a career on your terms without waiting for anyone’s permission.You’ll get a sneak peek into her upcoming book, 7 Rules of Self-Reliance, where she spills the tea on the mindset shifts that changed everything for her. Maha’s all about taking bold steps, shutting down self-doubt, and staying true to who you are, no matter what.Here’s a taste of what’s coming up:🔥 How self-reliance starts with trusting yourself—and why waiting for permission is killing your potential.🔥 The 3 game-changing moves to build your personal brand and stand out in ANY industry.🔥 The secret sauce to becoming indispensable in your career—hint: it’s not what you think.🔥 Why networking and building strong relationships will unlock long-term success (Maha’s got stories for days on this one).And that’s just the start. Maha’s insights will leave you buzzing with ideas and ready to level up your life.Ready to dive in and claim your own space? Hit play Queen. You’ll want to listen with a notebook handy because the gems she drops are next level.Want more?📖 Grab Maha’s new book, 7 Rules of Self-Reliance here https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/760285/7-rules-of-self-reliance-by-maha-abouelenein/ to get the full blueprint.👉🏽 And don’t miss out on the Self-Reliance Summit featuring Gary Vee, Halle Berry, and more powerhouses. Free tickets here: Self-Reliance Summit. https://www.mahaabouelenein.com/self-reliance-summit

In this episode, I’m diving into something I’m super passionate about—maintaining high personal standards and the values that drive them. It’s not just about how others treat us; it’s about how we treat ourselves. I’ll be sharing how having my own fucking high standards has guided me in everything I do, from my relationships to my career.Back in 2012, I went through a business program that drilled this lesson into me, and let me tell you, it completely changed how I approach my life.But real talk: while I’ve nailed having high standards in my career, I’ve struggled with holding myself to those same standards in my personal health and wellness. It’s been an ongoing journey, and I’m still figuring it out. In this episode I’ll be talking about the discipline, systems, and self-respect it takes to level up in this area.Ultimately, it’s about building self-trust and confidence by keeping promises to yourself, because when you do that, your self-worth and self-respect go through the roof.Takeaways: High standards are about personal values and virtues, not just external expectations from others. Disciplined actions build self-trust, which reinforces self-confidence and ultimately self-worth. Identify areas in life where discipline is lacking and focus on improving them systematically. Your self-worth is influenced by how well you keep your word to yourself. Boundaries are crucial for maintaining high standards and ensuring personal discipline. Achieving high standards requires clarity about personal values and consistent self-reflection. If you’re serious about raising your standards and taking action toward your goals, tune into this episode and get inspired to make the changes you know you need.🔥 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who needs that extra push.

Do it even if you don’t want toIn today’s episode, we’re talking about one of the most important lessons for anyone chasing big dreams—doing what needs to be done, even when you don’t feel like it.I get real about the hard truth: if you want extraordinary results, you can’t settle for ordinary actions. Whether it's rewriting a book in nine days or pushing past discomfort, this episode is for you if you’re ready to take big action and make things happen.This is your reminder that success doesn’t care if you “feel” like it. Or if you have a big vision. It’s going to take discipline, resourcefulness, and doing the hard things to get there.Tune in if you’re ready to stop letting excuses hold you back and start making real progress toward your dreams.

Are you truly happy with where your life is headed? Or have you been so caught up in the daily grind that you haven’t even stopped to ask yourself?In this episode, I’m diving into a question that came up at our recent Go Inside event—Are you happy? Sounds simple, right? But this question brought so many women to tears, realising how long it had been since they’d actually stopped to ask themselves that.Hamish and I worked with the women at this event through breathwork, journaling, and deep reflection, and it got me thinking—when was the last time you checked in with yourself? Are you really living a life that makes you happy, or are you just going through the motions?So in today's episode, I’m reflecting on what it means to truly go inside and figure out if the path you’re on is still the one you want to walk. I’ll share some powerful insights from the event and my personal experience, so if you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck, this one’s for you.Let’s get real and ask the hard questions, together. If you're ready to reconnect with what truly matters, this episode is for you.

Discover what it truly takes to transform ambitious visions into reality through discipline and relentless focus. Explore the journey of building a personal brand and managing a business while prioritizing what matters. Unearth the importance of sacrifice and discernment in achieving big dreams. Reflect on the necessity of self-care during a whirlwind of engagements, and get inspired to step into your power as you dominate your field. It's time to break free from small thinking and awaken your inner Queen.

Do you feel like you seem to struggle with the SAME things?That no matter how much you try to shift things and DO something different, your resukts remain the same?If so this episode is for you QueenI have the pleasure of welcoming my hubby Hamish Cramer back to the show (it's been a minute) In this chat Hamish shares why he thinks we struggle for so long and what you can do instead if you're really ready to start to see things shift.We also mentioned an episode I recorded called: "Are you doing the things that make you feel good": https://thequeenofconfidence.com/are-you-doing-the-things-that-make-you-feel-good/Hamish has given us a FREE breath-work training to support you and get yourself back into balance you can download it here: https://hamishcramer.mykajabi.com/freebieAnd if you want to learn about working with Hamish privately you can check out how here: https://hamishcramer.as.me/call15

Queen!In this episode I am share some BTS of my new Mastermind program: The Queens TableThis intimate container is for high level women who want to elevate their influence and amplify their authorityWomen who want to be The Queen B of their industryDuring the 6 months I work with them 1:1 and we go deep into all things: personal brand building, x-factor and Queens mindsetAnd since the women are looking to make major impact in the world, I knew I needed to have a huge element of mindset, a topic I LOVE - IYKYKThis short episode is a very special snippet of a piece I sent to my clients inside of our Mindset chat group.I am sharing it with YOU because I truly believe in the power of mindset.When you are willing to be accountable, take responsibility and step into the drivers seat of your life and/or business you become unstoppable. I hope you feel like I am speaking to you in this voicemessage and that you play it anytiem you need it to remind you of your power.Lastly, ask yourself this: What does the word response-ability mean to you?Marinate on that my friend and if you want to dive deeper my TedX talk on RADICAL RESPONSIBILITY just came out, you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/L3RENEfxVEc?si=Zw3OOP9C3wbdu0KeWant to learn more about the Queens Table? Click here for the waitlist: https://thequeenofconfidence.com/the-queens-table/x E

Who am I?A question so many of us have asked ourselves...In todays episode I am sharing some deep questions you can ask yourself if you are currently questioning who you are or are moving through your very own identity shift.As we learn, grow, evolve and gain wisdom (with either age and/or experiences) who we know ourselves to be will come into question.It's a super uncomfortable experience for many and in todays episode I am sharing some ways in which you can move through this transition without boxing yourself into a set identity. I hope you enjoy this one and if you happen to be listening on SPOTIFY - Please drop me a comment below!Enjoy Queen x E

I am BACK! WOW. America was a rollercoaster.There was a lot we went through and I mean a lot and as always I want to keep it real and share truth with you.This episode is a raw and real behind the scenes of what REALLY went down in the USA I appreciate you being here and I hope this experience support you if you are moving through something hard right now I want to remind you that you CAN do this because you already are. Enjoy x E

We need to talk about flakiness.I know that people don't necessarily not trying to be flaky. However, there's some "flakage" going on in our world, and I want to help. If you're someone who's like, "Yeah, I'm in," but then you cancel last minute, this episode is for you.I'm diving deep into what flakiness is really about—commitment issues, self-sabotage, and the fear of saying no. I used to be super flaky. I couldn't commit to anything. This behaviour can mess with your reputation and credibility. If you're trying to build a big business, be a person of influence, or just be a good friend, being flaky can ruin your trustworthiness.In this episode, I'll share personal stories and practical tips on how to stop being flaky. You'll learn how to keep your word to yourself, which is the core of building confidence. When you say you're going to do something, you need to follow through. This isn't just about being reliable to others—it's about trusting yourself.So, if you're ready to ditch the flakiness and start showing up as the dependable, confident person you want to be, tune in. Enjoy this episode, Queen x