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Most people say they want more – more money, better health, stronger relationships – but few are willing to change the internal patterns that keep them stuck. In this episode, we explore what it actually takes to level up in every area of life.

Afnan Khalifa, founder, entrepreneur and life coach, is sharing how she rebuilt her mindset from the ground up. We talk about moving from reaction to responsibility, what it looks like to lead without forcing, and how your energy – not just your strategy – shapes your results.

No fluff, no shortcuts. Just the real work behind sustainable growth.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:40 Growing up Saudi and embracing her cultural roots
05:11 Breaking free at 18 and moving to Canada alone
08:52 Learning sales, communication, and confidence
13:27 Dropping out of uni and diving into finance
16:07 Early success with crypto and earning six figures
21:30 Getting rich young and the dangers of fast money
25:55 Developing emotional resilience and embracing discomfort
34:13 Balancing ambition, business, and personal relationships
38:25 Personal branding versus chasing likes and virality
43:16 Helping introverted women master visibility online
47:43 Training confidence by filming solo and pushing comfort zones
52:03 Managing pressure as the audience and responsibility grow
57:27 Scaling coaching offers and building community for women
1:02:16 The dark side of online money and fake success
1:08:52 Rebranding beyond fitness and mistakes when launching courses
1:14:18 Deciding who to partner with and protecting your public image
1:27:06 Why she won’t date a man earning less than her
1:33:02 Building respect over likability and staying grounded

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