hat do you really want to leave your child?

Nick shares how his journey from Pakistan to Dubai, and now Canada, reshaped his definition of security for his daughter, from financial stability to self-belief and equal opportunity.

We explored themes of identity, parental influence, and the challenges of belonging as an immigrant. You’ll hear real stories about raising empowered girls, redefining family “success,” and why recognizing our shared hopes can help us “drop the noise” of difference.

• [00:00:48] Why Security Meant Money—And What Changed

• [00:02:23] The Gift of Belief: How to Raise a Child to Know Their Power

• [00:06:08] What If Things Don’t Go as Planned? Navigating Struggle

• [00:10:54] Art, Talent, and Choosing a Different Path

• [00:14:06] Moving from Dubai: Why Opportunity and “Home” Matter

• [00:19:15] Rights, Equality, and Why Canada Was the Answer

• [00:25:12] Passports, Bias, and The Power of Belonging

• [00:33:01] The Noise We Need to Drop—Seeing Our Shared Humanity

• [00:39:41] Are Gen Z Lazy or Just Rewriting the Script?

• [00:44:24] Security for the Next Generation: What Really Matters

Ready to rethink what security means? Listen in for practical insights, honest stories, and fresh ideas on building a legacy that outlasts money.

Want to share your story? Drop your thoughts in the comments or reply, your voice matters!

Think. Talk. Thrive. in modern times.

Why connection matters now more than ever.

After receiving a surprise nomination for Podcast of the Year, I dive deep into the journey behind the mic from wrestling with criticism and self-doubt to celebrating the small moments of impact. The real message?

Numbers aren’t everything; touching just one life can make years of effort worthwhile.

if you’ve ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or like your voice doesn’t matter, this episode is for you. It’s a warm, powerful invitation to focus less on the “hustle,” and more on building relationships that last—by listening with true intent.

00:00 – Why Connection Matters More Than Ever
00:33 – From Curacao to Podcast of the Year: An Unexpected Nomination
01:59 – Overcoming Criticism and Finding Your Voice
05:52 – Moving Between Cultures: UK Loneliness & Dubai’s Surprise
08:05 – Building Trust vs. Transactional Networking
09:41 – Remembering People by Story, Not Title
10:17 – Why Real Listening Transforms Relationships

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Ever felt that choosing yourself would make you selfish? What if self-belief was actually your ticket to helping others thrive too? This week guest Dominic Sauls shares how his journey through a difficult childhood, growing up at the end of apartheid in South Africa, and facing family divisions taught him a simple but powerful lesson, self-belief isn’t just about you - it’s the foundation for everything you want to contribute.

** this episode was recorded in a lively bustling cafe in London and there is noise in the background

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