Chief Change Officer

#364 Sihame El Kaouakibi: Burnout, Bankruptcy, and the Beauty of Reinvention—Part Two


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What happens after you’ve lost everything—status, stability, and even your sense of self?

In Part Two, Sihame El Kaouakibi goes deeper into her journey of rebuilding: not just her career, but her core identity. From leaving toxic environments to redefining ambition, Sihame breaks down how Women Leaders OS came from her own healing, and how she now helps high-achieving women across cultures do the same.

She also opens up about why global coaching requires cultural fluency, why some success stories are just polished pain, and what it really means to be “enough” in a world obsessed with more. Whether you’re stuck in a golden cage or preparing for your next chapter, this episode is a lifeline—and a mirror.

Key Highlights of Our Interview:

Rock Bottom Was the Starting Line

“When you lose everything, the first thing to rebuild is belief—especially in yourself.”

Rejection = Redirection

“If you’re surviving instead of thriving, it’s time to quit. The environment shapes the outcome.”

You’re Not Too Emotional—You’re Just Not in the Right Room

“I was labeled difficult for being passionate. Turns out, I just needed a different tribe.”

What Women Leaders OS Really Means

“It’s not software—it’s a full system for healing, repurposing, and thriving after the fall.”

Building a Global Sisterhood, Not a One-Size-Fits-All Program

“My clients are from Belgium, the U.S., India, Singapore. Their pain is personal, but the patterns are universal.”

The Persona She Works With

“High-performing women who feel stuck, confused, or secretly miserable—those are my people.”

Career Pivots With Purpose

“Whether it’s closing a chapter or launching a new venture, I help women transition with clarity—not burnout.”

What Success Really Looks Like

“It’s not Instagram-perfect. It’s stumbling, growing, and showing up—again and again.”

Three Pieces of Advice for the Lost, Burnt Out, or Confused

“You don’t have to be perfect. The learning is in the doing. And no matter what—you are enough.”

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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Sihame El Kaouakibi

 

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