Women Who Lead: Women Who Lead, #2

By Izdihar Jamil

Are you ready to become a leader at the top of your game? Start by unlocking the secrets which will bring you unyielding success! Women Who Lead is an easy-to-read guide offering tips to achieve your dreams. Learn from successful female mentors who will show you the process step by step!

 

These women are influential leaders in their niches, earning the respect and income they deserve. Some of them have been featured on Forbes, TED, international speaking engagements, and high-profile publications. These distinguished trainers and top professionals share their favorite methods and formulae they've used to become the top names in their industries while balancing their daily lives. These principles are timeless, and you can apply them at your pace within multiple facets of your life, business, and career.

 

Follow in their footsteps by taking simple, doable actions towards reaching your goals. Your biggest dreams become a reality when using a specific strategy. Create your best life by learning from the most inspiring career and family-driven women across the globe.

 

Featuring:

• Dr. Izdihar Jamil, Ph.D.
• Alexandra Nieves
• Amber Howard
• Francisca Garces
• Janis Schiffner
• Marcia Martin
• Michelle Mehta
• Najmunnisa Abdul Kader
• Naomi Beverly
• Natalie Perez
• Noelle McGough & Charlene Helm
• Sarah P. Antonella

"A valuable method for how to consciously respond rather than unconsciously react in challenging situations."
Jack Canfield, Coauthor of New York Times bestselling Chicken Soup for the Soul® series, USA

 

"A depiction of rising from the ashes is honest and pure." - Chris Oeding, A two-time men's water polo Olympian and 2021 assistant coach of the USA women's Olympic water polo team, USA

• Language: English
• Publisher: M&S Publishing
• Release date: May 18, 2022
• ISBN: 9798201711948

Book preview

Women Who Lead

Volume 2

Timeless Life, Career, and Business Secrets from Inspiring Women Around the World

Dr. Izdihar Jamil, Ph.D.

Publishing History

Ebook / April 2022

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Dedications

To Mamin. Thank you for teaching me how to be a strong, formidable and courageous woman. I miss you.

~ Dr. Izdihar Jamil, Ph.D.

I dedicate this chapter to my Viking and biggest supporter, David Nieves. You have been there encouraging me through tough times and I enjoy sharing our successes in life. We have a long journey yet to go.

~ Alexandra Nieves

Thank you to the many people who have stood for my leadership even when I didn’t see myself as a leader. To my extraordinary children, thank you for being my partners in creating a world that works for everyone! Mom, I have been forever blessed and shaped by your servant leadership. Mom and Dad, no words could fully express my gratitude to the both of you for being the source of my life and my capacity to love. The size of my heart is the direct result of your example! To my love, anything and everything at any time, always!

~ Amber Howard

I want to thank God for blessing me with gifts and my parents for teaching me about the importance of hard work and education. I also want to thank my amazing business coaches, Desislava Dobreva and Sunny Lenarduzzi, from whom I have learned so much about dreaming big.

~ Francisca Garcés Narváez

Thank you to my dear family Joshua, Dominique, Linnea, and my parents. Thanks to my extended family and friends the Morrison’s, the Marmorsteins, Joanne Nichols, the Quinns, the Petersons, the DeTurks, the Kam-Fam past and present, Patricia Johnson and Monica Ward. To my favorite legends in leadership: Brian, Aimee, Tracy, Kim, John, Mohan, Kimberly, Jeff Brennan, Jeff Suskind, Kirk Dawson, Krizia Irish and Gianna Autry. You are all my North stars and have been the guiding lights on my path.

~ Janis Schiffner

I would like to dedicate this with love to my best friend Phil, who has always been there for me, and who has helped me through some really tough times.

~ Marica Martin

I would like to dedicate this chapter to my Mom, my Dad, my Sister, John Murphy, Kristyn Caetano, Matt Brauning, Adam Lewis Walker, Saleem Haider, and Dr. Izdihar Jamil. The TEDx Speaker journey would not have been possible without your unconditional love and suIpport in making this a reality for me. You believed in me even when I did not believe in myself. Thank you for making me the woman I am today.

~ Michelle Mehta

I dedicate this book to all my clients who were in the ‘Write to Heal’ Writing program and many more women who will write to heal under Queen N Books. They will all be awakening women one woman at a time to realize their self-worth and be the ultimate Sheroines of their lives. I want to thank Dr. Izdihar Jamil for the opportunity to be featured in this powerful book alongside these women leaders. 

~ Najmunnisa Abdul Kader

I’d like to dedicate this chapter to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to my parents, and my children. RIP, mommy. Also I want to thank my many coaches during the last two years: Chanel Morales, who reminded me to keep my dream alive and taught me how to have an online business; the Adetibas (Victor, Charity, and Bab) who helped me become Scrum Certified; Jill Davidian, who taught me how to transition to remote Corporate Instructional Design contract work quickly; Boyd Clewis, Sr., my phenomenal Cybersecurity coach and Richard and Namaste Moore, aka the Infinite Couple. I have the life I wanted because you were awesome coaches and mentors.

~ Naomi Beverly

They say that when sunflowers can’t find the light, they turn toward each other. I’m thankful to all the sunflowers in my life: Mom, Dad, David, Shannon, Lindsey, Lisset, Meredith, Asal, Amanda, Analy, Brett, Peter, Jose, Justin and many, many more. I’m also beyond grateful for all the people who helped lift me up in the industry: Wiley, Kirk, Lowell, Thom, Charles and Pete.

~ Natalie Perez

I’d like to give a big shout out to God; thank you for always pursuing me with your goodness. I’m grateful to my hubby. Micah. for his endless and ongoing support and my children who cheer their mama on. You each mean the world to me. Thank you also to Pedro Adao, Chris Williams and the team at Advance Your Reach – your mentorship has been a game changer. Thanks to those few – you know who you are – who have believed in me so I can turn around and believe in others. 

~ Noelle McGough

I’m so grateful for God’s beautiful guidance and wisdom. Thank you to my beautiful daughter, Solayah. You are the best gift I’ve ever been given, my best friend and my greatest inspiration! I love you forever and always. I’m so thankful for your encouragement. To my close friends Angele, Nick, Noelle, David and Jill – thank you for holding the belief in your hands so I could step into it. Pedro Adao, Chris Williams and Advance Your Reach – thank you for your YES, your encouragement and support. Thank you to my entrepreneurial parents who inspired me to pursue wisdom and growth opportunities.

~ Charlene Helm

My chapter is dedicated to God and my parents. I’m so grateful for everything they have given me and I truly hope to inspire and touch others through this chapter.

~ Sarah P. Antonella

Book Reviews

Reviews for Izdihar Jamil

You can hear Izdihar’s voice, enthusiasm, vivaciousness and determination in every written word. This is an inspiring read for anyone who needs a dose of motivation, confidence, and clarity on the path to achieving their dreams.

~ Monica Bloom, Ayurveda Lifestyle & Mindset Coach, author of Ayurveda For Life, USA.

Izdihar's chapter in this book was a heartfelt and authentic read. She shares her message in accessible language and the journal prompts she provides at the end are a great support in holding the reader accountable to following their dreams. It is hard not to feel inspired to believe in myself after reading this chapter. Thank you, Dr. Izdihar, for sharing your story with the world.

~ Channdika Thayver, M.Ed., Life & Wellness Coach, Canada

​​Each of us has dreams. Some look out at the dream and step back into fear while others step into courage and fight for their dreams. Through the powerful example of her own journey of battling fear and embracing courage, Dr. Izdihar Jamil stands for each and every one of us to step up, take action, move forward and pursue our dreams. Take note of what she says and proceed to your dreams.

~ Dr. Danielle Zanzarov, Ph.D., Naturopath

Izdihar is vulnerable and generous in the way she opens up about her fears, how she overcame them, and the step by step to help others who find themselves in the same situation.

~ Farah Yasmeen Shaikh, Kathak Artist, Pakistani American in San Francisco Bay Area

Reviews for Alexandra Nieves

"Women Who Lead empowers women from all walks of life to live to their highest potential and to share impact with the world through inner strength. Alexandra proves that the force within you is not just an ability that we’re born with and need to survive, but a skill that anyone can learn and improve to thrive." 

~ Karinna Andrea Mapula

Alexandra’s journey of self-discovery is one all women can relate to.  I found myself reading her words but feeling like they were my own.  The thoughts and feelings she described, I also felt as a young woman and continue to feel as I chase my dreams.  As someone who occasionally allows self-doubt, anxiety and imposter syndrome to take over, reading Make the Journey gave my soul the boost it was yearning for.  This is a must read for women of all ages and in all stages of life. 

~ Janae Benest

Never did I perceive a more encouraging and motivating story. A true testament of a woman that knows how to lead women and to be successful in their own ways. She is an inspiration; her story shows tenacity that everyone should hear. 

~ Menzi Salazar, JD, MBA US Army Veteran

It is true to say that life is an unexpected journey. We set out on the world with intentions of achieving a goal to find ourselves taking new directions along the way.  Though we may find ourselves led astray, we can find another path set before us. The story of Alexandra Nieves is one of courage, humility, perseverance, and compassion. 

~ Christian Salazar, US Army Veteran

Reviews for Amber Howard

Rich in heartache and truth, Amber nails what it looks like to look yourself in the eye and say, ‘Hey, I’m here to stay, and I’ve got this! ’

~ Cindy Gillies, Lifestylist, Canada

An authentic and empowering road map to self-love and leadership.

~ Heather Shapter, Executive Director, International Development Organization, Canada

Reviews for Francisca Garcés

"An extremely powerful story of a young Ecuadorian girl who overcame personal and societal roadblocks to fill her life with new experiences, which led to personal discoveries that changed her life forever.

"Francisca's inspirational narrative is a moving account of her internal struggle with self-belief and how she overcame it to live life on her own terms.

With her honesty, openness, and vulnerability, she explores a difficult subject matter that is still relevant to so many people. It's a motivational story and a must-read for those who want to change their lives by confronting their insecurities and discovering themselves.

~ Mark T. Talukdar, International Business, and Mindset Coach

"‘Thriving Beyond Discomfort and Difference’catapults us decades beyond conventional practices for growth and opportunity. This book is way more than a self-help book, it's a life book that will help you with every relationship you'll ever experience again, including the one with yourself. I have no doubt that readers will become instantly captivated and awakened to make their dreams become a reality!" 

~ Bill Yeager, International Best-selling Author of Unleash Your Internal Drive.

Reviews for Janis Schiffner

Janis’s chapter of self-discovery is so very raw and inspiring!  I found myself cheering one moment and in tears the next.  She helps us see that if you believe in yourself, you can rise from the ashes!

~ Monica Ward, Bestselling Author, Transformation Coach, USA

If you are looking for messages of hope and motivation, there’s no need to look any further than Ms. Schiffner’s truly inspirational life story.

~ Maurizio Marmorstein, Professor - American University of Rome, Italy.

In a world where it seems impossible to achieve, Jan has shared her journey of how to take control of your life by her power of intention, vision and positive affirmation so one can find their path.

~ Dr. William and Penny Morrison, USA

Reviews for Marcia Martin

A valuable method for how to consciously respond rather than unconsciously react in challenging situations.

~ Jack Canfield, Coauthor of New York Times bestselling Chicken Soup for the Soul®