She's Interesting is creating an intellectual movement for ambitious women to share real, tactical advice on business, money, and living your best life. Each week, I chat with CEOs, Founders, Scientists, Psychologists, Investors, and Change-Makers who are here to help us align our purpose with our careers—and have some fun while we’re at it. Smart, bold, and packed with insights you can actually use. Let’s get into it!
The Ambition Trap with Amina AlTai: Burnout, Mindset Shifts & Redefining Success for Women Entrepreneurs
Welcome back to She’s Interesting — the podcast for women building careers, businesses, and lives that feel as good as they look. I’m your host, Rashel Hariri — award-winning marketer, consultant, and startup advisor.
Today’s guest is Amina AlTai — executive coach, keynote speaker, and author of The Ambition Trap. With a background in brand marketing and a powerful personal journey through burnout and autoimmune illness, Amina now helps leaders and entrepreneurs align their work with their well-being. Her signature approach blends business strategy with purpose, mindset, and wellness, guiding high performers to build successful and sustainable careers.
In this episode, Amina and I talk about:
How her Iraqi and Welsh roots shaped her identity and definition of success
The moment burnout forced her to rethink everything
The difference between ambition driven by purpose vs. pain
How to bet on yourself — especially when the “safe” choice feels easier
The invisible barriers holding underrepresented founders back — and how to name them
Healing your relationship with money as a woman founder
How The Ambition Trap came to life (and what it taught her in the process)
This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt the pressure to keep achieving — even when it’s costing you your health, happiness, or peace of mind. Amina brings the real talk, deep wisdom, and lived experience to help you get back in alignment.
Connect with Amina AlTai:Website: aminaaltai.com (https://www.aminaaltai.com)Instagram: @aminaaltai (https://www.instagram.com/aminaaltai)
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Music Credits:Intro music: Lifeline by Kaleido
8 Apr 2025
For the 30-Somethings: Reinventing Yourself, Building Community & Trying Something New with Ana Xavier
This week on She’s Interesting, I’m joined by the inspiring Ana Xavier, Founder and CEO of The Podcast Space (https://thepodcastspace.com) — and a true champion for purpose-driven creators and entrepreneurs.
Originally from Portugal, Ana launched her first podcast back in 2008 while still in school. After a decade in broadcasting and digital marketing across Portugal and the UK, she moved to Dallas, Texas, and built a thriving business helping clients use podcasting to grow their authority — without burning out.
In this episode, we talk about what it really means to start fresh in your 30s, especially when you're craving more impact, connection, and creativity.
You’ll hear us dive into:
Trying something new (even when it's scary)
Avoiding burnout and creator fatigue
How to build community in your 30s (that feels real)
Reinventing yourself and your business — again and again
Whether you’re podcast-curious or simply in a season of reinvention, this episode is your permission slip to make bold moves.
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Website: shesinteresting.com (https://shesinteresting.com)
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🎵 Music Credits:
Intro music: Lifeline by Kaleido
28 Mar 2025
SXSW: Solo Travel Tips, Conference Hacks & What I Learned on the Ground
In this episode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes of my last-minute solo trip to SXSW — why I booked it, what I packed, and how I made the most of every moment. From navigating the conference alone to meeting incredible people and being intentional with my time, this is part travel diary, part smart travel guide.
I cover:
✈️ Tips for traveling alone as a woman🧠 How I organized my time at a huge event like SXSW🎒 Must-haves to stay grounded, comfortable, and open to serendipity💥 And how to make a meaningful impact, especially if you’re flying solo
Whether you're planning a solo adventure or attending your next big conference, this episode is packed with real talk and helpful tips to help you feel confident and connected — even when you're on your own.
Links mentioned:
🏠 My Airbnb: https://bit.ly/4cc7rxO
🗓 SXSW Event Lists from the Community: https://bit.ly/427lKis
Let’s Keep In Touch:
Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3sGFPid
Instagram: @shesinterestingmedia
Website: shesinteresting.com
LinkedIn: She’s Interesting Media
🎵 Music Credits:
Intro music: Lifeline by Kaleido
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