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Confidence coach & behavioral researcher, Dr. Shadé Zahrai, reveals 4 mindset shifts to stop self-doubt, build confidence, and own any room!
Why do some women walk in and get taken seriously instantly, while others overthink every move, over-apologise, and shrink themselves at work?
Maggie and Dr. Shadé unpack the hidden habits holding ambitious women back, the psychology behind “Lucky Girl Syndrome,” and why high-achieving women still struggle with self-worth. From speaking with authority to asking for more at work, this conversation is a masterclass in becoming the woman who stops second-guessing herself and starts being seen, heard, and respected!
What We Cover:
What confidence is, how self-doubt works, and what shapes self-worth
Whether personality can change and how to do it
Signs of low self-acceptance and why success or failure feels personal
How to handle fear of failure, setbacks, and pressure
Why confidence comes from action and strong mindsets
Better communication at work: asking, speaking up, and setting boundaries
Practical confidence skills for emotions, career growth, and tough environments
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Dr. Shadé’s Top 10
01. The Daily Reset
Three things, every morning. Gratitude is the fastest way to shift your state and start the day grounded.
02. The Right Partner
A strong, supportive partner changes everything. For me, it’s my husband and business partner, Fayçal.
03. The Inner Circle
A tight, high-quality group of friends who challenge you, support you, and genuinely want to see you win.
04. The Ultimate Luxury
Time freedom. The ability to choose how you spend your day is the real definition of success.
05. The Energy Standard
Health and energy are non-negotiable. Everything in life becomes easier when you feel good in your body.
06. The Calm Mind
Peace of mind is everything. When your mind is clear, your decisions get better and your life follows.
07. The Priority Filter
Clear priorities remove noise. When you know what matters, everything else becomes easier to ignore.
08. The Power Word
The ability to say “no” is one of the most important skills you can build. It protects your time, energy, and focus.
09. The Meaning Test
Work should feel meaningful. When it aligns with who you are, it stops feeling like something you have to do.
10. The Self-Trust Upgrade
Self-trust is the foundation of everything. If you want to build it, start here.
Hot, Smart, Rich Tips
Kindness is beauty. how you treat people will always outshine how you look, what you wear, or what you post. make it a daily practice, not a personality trait. one intentional act of kindness a day compounds into how people remember you.
The people who stand out are not the ones trying to sound smart, they are the ones who stay curious. in every conversation, ask one thoughtful follow-up question. it shifts the dynamic instantly and makes you someone people want to keep talking to.
Rich starts in your mindset. people who feel abundant make better, bolder decisions. train it daily by catching one scarcity thought and replacing it with: how can this work? that single shift changes how you see opportunities everywhere.
Favorite Part of the Conversation
What really stood out to me in this conversation was the shift from building a product first to building a deep understanding of people first. It reinforces something I believe strongly, which is that empathy is the real edge. When you take the time to understand what people truly care about, what they feel, and what they need, you don’t have to force relevance or convince anyone. You naturally create something that resonates. It’s a powerful reminder that meaningful success comes from connection, not just execution.
About The Guest
Dr. Shadé Zahrai - Leadership Strategist, Speaker, and Peak Performance Expert
Dr. Shadé Zahrai, is globally recognized behavioral researcher, scholar-practitioner, and award-winning peak performance educator to Fortune 100s. An ex-Lawyer armed with a background in psychology, an MBA, and a PhD in organizational behavior, she’s one of the leading voices on confidence and performance, and her new bestselling book, Big Trust: Rewire Self-Doubt, Find Your Confidence, Fuel Success, is transforming the lives of tens of thousands of people all over the world.
About The Host
Maggie Sellers Reum - Entrepreneur, Investor & Podcast Host
Maggie Sellers Reum is a cult-followed entrepreneur, investor, and media founder redefining how women build wealth, power, and ownership. She is the CEO co-founder of Hot Smart Rich (HSR), alongside Katie Sellers. HSR is a modern media platform at the intersection of business, culture, and money.
At the centre of HSR is its breakout podcast, one of the fastest-growing business shows in the U.S., surpassing 3 million downloads. In a category where only 7% of business podcasts are hosted by women, HSR has emerged as a cultural force reshaping conversations around money, investing, relationships, and modern female ownership, powered by a highly engaged global community known as 'HSR Angels.'
Beyond media, Maggie is also an active investor through HSR Ventures, backing companies driving better outcomes for women, including Bird&Be, Allara Health, and Locker. By pairing capital with storytelling and distribution, she helps founders unlock visibility, strategic partnerships, and investor demand.
In 2025, HSR secured a landmark seven-figure investment from FlightStory, the global media and investment company co-founded by Steven Bartlett, accelerating its mission to become the defining female ambition brand of the next decade.