STANDOUT From The Crowd

STANDOUT From The Crowd

Hosted by: Darine BenAmara

A weekly podcast giving you an inside look into the world of leadership. Each episode showcases the stories of some of the brightest Canadian Women leaders and entrepreneurs of our time who reveal the blueprint behind...

Episodes

#78 | Darine with Dwania Peele: How to be BOLD & Unapologetic

Season #3

Ever wondered how people become confident and unapologetic? From navigating the complexities of funding and life responsibilities to the significance of networking and mentorship, there is a lot to think and learn...
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#77 | Darine with Maryam Aziz: Redefining Success With Non-Career Paths

Season #3

It used to be that people would map out their careers in a very linear fashion. Work hard as an individual contributor, then become a team leader, then become a manager, then become … But things don’t always turn out...
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#76 | Darine with Lakshimi Baskaran: Becoming a Leader in Tech

Season #3

Did you know that since computing began in the 1940s, women have led major developments in programming and software development. In 1984, 37% of computer-science majors were women and dropped to 18% in 2021. What...
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#75 | Darine with Amira Hassan: How To Craft Your Own Success Story

Season #3

From refugees to global influence. From the bustling streets of Dubai to the vibrant landscapes of Canada. Our STANDOUT guest - Amira - is a designer at heart. Her story is one of resilience and passion. Join us as we...
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#74 | Darine with Dawn Brown: How To Stop Being A People Pleaser

Season #3

Ever wondered how shedding the desire to please everyone can actually empower your leadership journey? In this episode, we're going to explore the intricacies of people pleasing and why it's crucial to let go of this...
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#73 | Darine with Lubna Forzley: Purposeful Goals - Aligning Vision with Action

Season #3

Do you know how aligning your goals with your purpose could transform your life and leadership journey? Join us for a captivating conversation with our STANDOUT guest - Lubna Forzley - a trailblazing leader and...
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#72 | Darine with Lori-Ann Beausoleil: The Art Of Being The 'Only' In The Room

Season #3

One of the crucial steps to long-term professional success is to be “in the room” where key decisions are made and opportunities for advancement are created. However, being the “only” can leave you feeling as an...
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#71 | Darine with Yasmin Abu Laban: How To Turn Hard Times Into Growth

Season #3

How hard times can help us grow? Discover the secrets to turning hard times into opportunities for growth in our next LIVE podcast episode. Our STANDOUT guest Yasmin Abu Laban, will share her personal journey from her...
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#70 | Darine with Ejibola Adetokunbo: From Corporate To Entrepreneurship

Season #3

Are you scared to take the leap to entrepreneurship? In this episode, we’ll embark on an inspiring journey of our STANDOUT guest, Ejibola Adetokunbo, a trailblazing entrepreneur who transitioned from a successful...
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#69 | Special Episode: Inspiring Stories Of Business Women

Season #3

Entrepreneurship is Economic Freedom for Women. Join us on this captivating episode of the STANDOUT From The Crowd podcast as we delve into the stories of exceptional entrepreneurs who have transformed their lives...
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#68 | Darine with Natasha Feghali: Mixed origins, where do you belong?

Season #3

When you're of mixed origins, where do you belong? In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story of our STANDOUT guest - Natasha Feghali - a successful woman leader who has defied the odds, leading initiatives...
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#67 | Darine with Evelyn Akselrod: How To Be A Great Remote Leader

Season #3

Are you a remote leader? With the rapid rise of remote work, leaders are faced with the unique challenge of guiding and motivating their teams while staying dedicated to diversity and inclusion. Our STANDOUT guest -...
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