Amina Change Your Life Podcast

Amina Change Your Life

Amina AlTai
Welcome to Amina Change Your Life where high ambition meets higher purpose. Hosted by Amina AlTai, a leading coach for the person who's done it all and is ready to do things differently. Each week, Amina interviews the world's top career, entrepreneurship, mindset, and well-being experts to uncover how they transformed their circumstances and built lives they truly love. Through unfiltered conversations and actionable insights, you'll learn how to stare down fear, embody your gifts, and design a career and life you're excited to wake up for every single day. Amina Change Your Life is a masterclass in up-leveling without sacrificing joy—or the people and things that matter most. If you love Dear Gabby, Hello Seven with Rachel Rodgers, The Goal Digger Podcast, or Farnoosh Torabi's So Money, this show is your next stop for inspiration, strategy, and transformation. New episodes drop every Tuesday.
How to Stop Putting Yourself Last and Embrace Self-Honoring with Amber Rae
Amber Rae, an internationally acclaimed author, illustrator, and speaker, is a force in the world of self-discovery and empowerment. With her bestselling books like "Choose Wonder Over Worry" and "The Answers Are Within You," she has touched the lives of millions across nearly 200 countries. Amber's work, filled with emotional depth and wisdom, has not only resonated with audiences globally but has also empowered individuals to embrace their authentic selves. Through her advocacy for journaling and her transformative workshops for global brands, she has become a beacon of inspiration for those seeking the courage to choose self-honoring paths. Amber's latest book, "Loveable," reflects her commitment to guiding others to rediscover their worthiness, making her a sought-after mentor for those on a journey of self-trust and authenticity.   The key moments in this episode are:  00:02:04 - Embracing Imperfection and Honesty  00:10:57 - Embracing Flickers of Awareness  00:15:12 - Reevaluating Ambition  00:25:00 - The 51% Rule  00:29:00 - Choosing Self as a Radical Act    Connect with Amber Rae Website: amberrae.com Instagram: @heyamberrae Book: amberrae.com/loveable   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai  Book: aminaaltai.com/book
Aug 5, 2025
32 min
Seasons of Ambition: How to Create Purposefully Without Burnout
Amina shares personal and professional updates, giving insights into her recent book tour, the reception of her work, and upcoming changes to the podcast format. She emphasizes the importance of embracing cyclical growth, rest, and renewal in leadership, reflecting on her past struggles, heartbreak, and ego-reconciliation.   The key moments in this episode are:  00:01:00 - Book Tour Highlights  00:03:06 - Impact of Purposeful Ambition  00:04:48 - Surrender and Success  00:07:18 - Podcast Update and Future Plans   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai  Book: aminaaltai.com/book  
Jun 24, 2025
9 min
Nicole Kalil: Validation Is for Parking - How to Build Unshakeable Confidence
Nicole Kalil, a renowned speaker, coach, and author of "Validation is for Parking" brings a refreshing and candid approach to building confidence. With a dynamic career journey from a Fortune 100 finance firm to hosting the globally acclaimed podcast "This is Women's Work" Nicole's insights are rooted in real-world experience. Her genuine passion for empowering individuals and eliminating gender biases in the workplace shines through in her relatable and humorous style. As she juggles her roles as a wife, mom, and self-proclaimed cheese enthusiast, Nicole's down-to-earth nature makes her an approachable and inspiring guide on the journey to authentic self-discovery and confidence-building. The key moments in this episode are:  00:02:33 - Trial and Error in Career  00:08:50 - The Confidence Journey  00:13:52 - Perfectionism and Authenticity  00:16:03 - Seeking Validation Internally  00:21:52 - Redefining Work Culture  00:25:35 - Power Skills 00:29:07 - Recognizing Underwhelm    Connect with Arundhathi Subramaniam Website: nicolekalil.com Instagram: @nicolemkalil LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nicolekalil   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai Book: aminaaltai.com/book
Jun 17, 2025
36 min
Arundhathi Subramaniam on Spirituality, Personal Growth, and Women Who Wear Only Themselves
Arundhathi Subramaniam, an accomplished poet and author, has garnered acclaim for her 15 comprehensive works encompassing poetry and prose, solidifying her position as one of India's leading literary figures. Her latest publication, "Women Who Wear Only Themselves," intricately explores the lives of contemporary women on sacred journeys, offering a unique perspective on spirituality and personal growth. Notably, Arundhathi's role as the editor of "Wild," a seminal anthology of Indian female mystic poetry, and her accolades, including the Sahitya Academy Award for poetry in 2020, underscore her remarkable contributions to literature. Beyond her literary achievements, she has made significant strides as a curator, editor, and critic, shaping compelling conversations on poetry and spirituality. Arundhathi's work serves as a vital resource for individuals seeking genuine, spiritually aligned creative expression, making her a revered figure in the literary and spiritual realms.   The key moments in this episode are:  00:02:06 - Arundhati's Spiritual Awakening  00:10:42 - Writing "Women who Wear Only Themselves"  00:15:19 - The Journey of Self-Realization  00:27:04 - Embracing the Sacred in Everyday Life  00:30:50 - The Absurdity of Creativity    Connect with Arundhathi Subramaniam Website: arundhathisubramaniam.com Instagram: @arundhathisubramaniam Facebook: facebook.com/arundhathi.subramaniam Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai  Book: aminaaltai.com/book  
Jun 10, 2025
32 min
Claire Wasserman on Post-Traumatic Growth and Turning Life Challenges into Opportunity
Claire Wasserman is a speaker, author, and founder of Ladies Get Paid, a newsletter, podcast, and coaching practice dedicated to helping women embrace their worth and activate their potential. With a Master's Certificate in Financial Psychology, Claire has traveled the country teaching thousands of women how to negotiate millions of dollars in raises, start businesses, and advocate for themselves in the workplace. Claire was chosen as Entrepreneur Magazine's 100 Most Powerful Women, and has spoken at places such as Harvard Business School, Facebook, NASA, and the United Nations, and has appeared on Good Morning America and in the New York Times, among others.   The key moments in this episode are:  00:02:25 - The Origin of Ladies Get Paid  00:08:29 - Challenges and Unlocks Around Money  00:12:43 - Overcoming Systemic Obstacles  00:16:53 - Surrender and Feelings  00:22:43 - Embracing Aliveness in Suffering  00:26:19 - Finding Meaning in Every Experience    Connect with Claire Wasserman Website: coachmeclaire.com/ Instagram: @clairegetspaid LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/clairewasserman Podcast: Ladies Get Paid   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai Book: aminaaltai.com/book
Jun 3, 2025
32 min
Frenchie Ferenczi on Predictable Revenue and Building Consistent Income Streams
Frenchie Ferenczi is a seasoned small business strategist, fractional leader to startups, and advisor to founders. With a remarkable career journey that includes scaling $100 million businesses like The Wing, managing teams of over 50 people, and mentoring a thousand plus entrepreneurs, Frenchie brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. Her mission to help more people build financial freedom through independent revenue streams is truly inspiring, and her insights on achieving sustainable revenue growth and stability are invaluable. Featured in Forbes and Fast Company, Frenchie's extensive background and practical approach make her the perfect guest to share strategies for predictable revenue in business.  The key moments in this episode are:  00:01:27 - Frenchie's Career Journey  00:10:30 - Scaling Your Business  00:14:56 - Challenges in Audience Growth  00:20:26 - Predictable Revenue in Unpredictable Times  00:23:19 - Understanding Market Changes and Consumer Behavior  00:25:32 - Strategies for Predictable Revenue  00:31:00 - Gut as the Intersection of Feeling and Data  Connect with Frenchie Ferenczi Instagram: @frenchie.ferenczi LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/frenchieferenczi   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai  Book: aminaaltai.com/book
May 27, 2025
33 min
Megan Hellerer and Amina AlTai on The Ambition Trap and the Core Wounds Behind Ambition
Megan Hellerer, the Founder and CEO of Coaching for Under Fulfilled Overachievers, is an accomplished career coach and author of "Directional Living," a comprehensive framework for career fulfillment in the 21st century. With a strong professional background, including eight years at Google and features in esteemed publications such as New York Magazine and Vogue Australia, Megan has garnered recognition for her expertise in personal and professional development. With her own body of work on aligned ambition, she is the perfect conversation partner to go deeper around The Ambition Trap.  The key moments in this episode are: 00:04:06 - Unpacking Ambition and Core Wounds  00:09:57 - The Drive to Be Seen  00:14:21 - Lessons from Pain  00:19:22 - Ambition in 2020  00:25:56 - Sharing Family History in the Book  00:35:13 - Understanding Wounds and Masks Connect with Megan Hellerer Website: meganhellerer.com Instagram: @meganhellerer   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai  Book: aminaaltai.com/book
May 20, 2025
38 min
Redefining Ambition for Sustainable Success with Brittany Martin and Amina AlTai
Brittany Martin, a seasoned business strategist and author, offers a unique approach to redefining the way we perceive work. With her extensive experience in scaling businesses and guiding teams through rapid growth, Brittany emphasizes the significance of prioritizing alignment over burnout.  The key moments in this episode are:  00:04:31 - Collective Empathy and Amplifying Voices  00:09:34 - Purposeful vs. Painful Ambition Framework  00:11:29 - Navigating Ambition Within Societal Structures  00:18:26 - Shifting Ambition Collectively  00:24:13 - Embracing Individuality and Unique Traits    Connect with Brittany Martin Website: helloseven.co Instagram: @brittalynnmartin Instagram: @hello7co   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai  Book: aminaaltai.com/book
May 13, 2025
28 min
Nina Rodríguez-Marty & Amina AlTai: The Ambition Trap - The Collaborative Nature of Book Writing
Nina Rodríguez-Marty serves as the Executive Editor at Penguin Life and Maria Shriver's, The Open Field imprints of Penguin Random House. Her specialization lies in acquiring prescriptive and idea-driven nonfiction across a spectrum of categories, including Self Help, Personal Development, Psychology, Wellness, Health, Productivity, and Peak Performance. Noteworthy authors under her guidance include Dr. Ramani, Dr. Jennifer Reid, Dr. Rahul Jandial, Meghan Rabbitt, and Kara Loewentheil. The key moments in this episode are: 00:02:11 - Cultivating Relationships in Publishing  00:11:51 - Creating Collaborative Relationships with Authors  00:20:40 - Vulnerability in Editing  00:27:19 - Community Effort in Book Publishing   Connect with Nina Rodríguez-Marty Instagram: @ninazrodriguez   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai  Book: aminaaltai.com/book
May 6, 2025
31 min
Nitika Chopra & Amina AlTai: The Ambition Trap — Getting Real About Being the Work
Nitika Chopra, the founder and CEO of Chronicon and the Chronicon foundation, is a dedicated advocate for empowering individuals with chronic illness. Having faced her own journey marked by psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis since childhood, Nitika's entrepreneurial spirit led her to host her own TV show, Naturally Beautiful, and organize over a hundred transformative events. Her influence extends to major partnerships with brands like Google, Microsoft, and Bristol Myers Squibb, where she passionately advocates for the chronic illness community. Nitika's personal experiences and unwavering commitment make her an invaluable voice for those navigating chronic illness. Her unique perspective and entrepreneurial drive have positioned her as a trusted leader in the field, making her insights invaluable for anyone seeking to understand and work through the challenges of chronic illness.   The key moments in this episode are: 00:02:48 - The Book Launch and Journey  00:07:02 - Writing as a Spiritual Practice  00:11:59 - The Power of Community Effort  00:19:08 - Trusting the Timing of Life  00:24:22 - Facing the Fear of Being Average   Connect with Nitika Chopra Website: NitikaChopra.com Website: Chronicon.co Instagram: @NitkaChopra Instagram: @ChroniconOfficial   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai  Book: aminaaltai.com/book  
Apr 29, 2025
32 min
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