Starting over in a new country is never easy—new language, new culture, new everything.

But for Márcia Dantas de Lima, it became the turning point of her life.

Zaïnab Farah chats with Márcia about her transition from being an entrepreneur in Brazil to becoming a climate leader in Germany,

Márcia’s story is one of resilience, courage, and reinvention.

As a mother, she not only built a new life abroad but also found a deeper purpose: leading projects in sustainability, biodiversity, and carbon markets that help shape a greener future for the next generation.

In this episode of Melting Spices, we talk about:

🌍 Reinventing yourself abroad — New Country, New Me

👩‍👦 Motherhood and leadership in expatriation

🌱 Shifting from law to a sustainability career change

✈️ Aviation net zero 2050 and the role of sustainable aviation fuel

💡 How women in climate leadership are driving equality and change

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In this episode of the Melting Spices Podcast, Zaïnab Farah chats with Nadeem Bhati, a business owner in the fit-out and interiors industry, to talk about the real side of entrepreneurship.

Nadeem shares his journey of stepping away from his family business, recognizing the signs of burnout, and making bold decisions to realign with his values and purpose.

We explore:

✅ How multicultural experiences shaped his leadership

✅ Why leaving a familiar path can be the hardest — yet most important — step

✅ The role of personal branding, mindset, and work-life harmony

✅ The emotional toll of ignoring your inner voice

✅ How to enjoy the journey instead of chasing vague goals

Whether you’re pivoting careers, building a business, or simply questioning the script you’ve been following — this conversation will resonate deeply.

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In this episode of Melting Spices 🎙️, Zaïnab Farah sits down with Tomasz “TK” Kropiewnicki — an engineer turned Management & leadership coach who now helps teams and C-suite leaders unlock their full potential. 🌱👥

We talk about: 🧠 Coaching mindset, not just behavior 🔥 Why so many first-time managers burn out 🤖 How AI is changing executive coaching 🎯 Designing a career (and life) aligned with your values 💪 And the power of borrowing courage when it matters most

Whether you’re leading a team, navigating change, or planning your next big move — this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. 💡🌍

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