Rise Up For You

Can your voice be the key to becoming a more influential leader? In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, host Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with keynote speaker, impressionist, and communication expert John Di Domenico to explore why your voice may be your most overlooked leadership asset. Drawing from his journey of overcoming a severe childhood speech impediment, performing as a profess...

How do you scale a multi-million dollar business without losing your family or your sanity? In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, host Nada Lena Nasserdeen is joined by George Rivera, a veteran entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience, to discuss the transition from a "time-poor" founder to a liberated leader. George opens up about his personal catalyst for change: a deathbed promis...

This episode originally appeared on the What the Shift podcast, hosted by Gia Lacqua. What if the only thing standing between you and your next level… is you? In this powerful episode of What the Shift, Gia sits down with Nada Lena Nasserdeen, founder and CEO of Rise Up For You, bestselling author, and two-time TEDx speaker, to talk about the confidence gap no one’s addressing—and the nine hidden...

Why do so many people do everything right and still feel exhausted, stuck, or unable to lose weight? In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with author, biohacker, and hormone optimization expert Jay Campbell to explore the real reasons behind low energy, weight loss resistance, and declining performance in today’s world. Jay shares how a life changing h...

In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with entrepreneur, data center founder, and podcast host Ken Cox to discuss identity, artificial intelligence, and leadership in a rapidly changing world. Ken shares his journey from growing up with learning challenges to building a career in technology, entrepreneurship, and business leadership. He explains how his...

In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and business leader Mike Schoenberger, CEO and founder of Sunco Communication and Installation. Mike shares his journey from a shy teenager who struggled with confidence to becoming a purpose driven leader focused on real human connection and what he calls radical love leadership. Nada an...

In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with Dr. Patrick Porter, neuroscientist, performance expert, and founder of BrainTap. Dr. Porter shares his story of growing up in a challenging environment and how early experiences with meditation, brain training, and neuroscience set him on a path to transform his life and help others optimize human performance....

In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with Sir Kaya Redford, mindset and neuroscience coach and high performance trainer. Sir Kaya shares his personal story from a turbulent upbringing and deep insecurity to finding purpose through personal development and mentorship. He breaks down the moment his mindset shifted and why most people stay stuck even when...

In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with Michelle “MACE” Curran, former Air Force fighter pilot, Air Force Thunderbird solo pilot, and bestselling author. MACE shares how she went from a shy student to one of the few women to fly for the Thunderbirds, and how the pressure, competitiveness, and early failures of fighter aviation forced her to confront...

In this inspiring episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with Maya Elious, entrepreneur, personal branding strategist, and founder of Built Impact. From Myspace designer to seven figure business owner, Maya shares how reinvention, clarity, and faith shaped her path and how professionals can turn real results into real demand. Maya breaks down why personal brandi...

In this special feature, our CEO and Founder, Nada Lena Nasserdeen, was invited as a guest on The Play Big Movement Podcast with Sharon Lechter, renowned financial literacy expert, bestselling author, and keynote speaker. Nada shares her inspiring journey from performer to executive leader to building Rise Up For You into a global company that helps individuals and organizations close the gap betw...

In this inspiring episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with Shane Jasmine Young, attorney, entrepreneur, and founder of Young Law Group. From valedictorian and athlete to law firm owner, mother of five, and community leader, Shane shares the journey that shaped her resilience, drive, and passion for empowering others. Shane opens up about her family’s entrepre...

In this inspiring episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with Aimee Rickabus, CEO of Tomahawk Information Solutions and author of The ManageHer. From lone wolf art student to real estate flipper, tech CEO, and mother of six, Aimee walks us through the remarkable path that led her to become a powerhouse in business and in life. Aimee shares how her career started...

In this special episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with Theresa Lear Levine, EFT Master Practitioner, hypnotherapist, author, and founder of Becoming More Me. Together they explore how nervous system regulation, subconscious reprogramming, and energy strategy help high achievers move from stress and self-sabotage to calm, clarity, and consistent action. Ther...

In this special episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen sits down with Dr. Mary Sanders, an integrative health expert with over 25 years of experience. Together they explore the deep connection between the nervous system, emotional regulation, and sustainable leadership. Dr. Mary shares why no amount of ambition can override a dysregulated system and how leaders can integr...

Most people know what to do. They just don’t do it. In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, Nada Leena Nasserdeen sits down with bestselling author, endurance athlete, and high-performance coach Brian Keane to talk about execution. Brian doesn’t sugarcoat it. It’s not a lack of information that holds people back. It’s a lack of follow-through. They cover: • The one question that changed Br...

In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, host Nada Nasserdeen sits down with model, author, and entrepreneur Angela Stikks for a powerful conversation about staying true to your values while pursuing your biggest dreams. Angela’s journey is anything but ordinary. From being a single mother to working with global brands like Adidas and Nike, authoring a devotional book, and founding the Chri...

In this special episode of the Rise Up For You podcast, Nada Lena sits down with Jon Bassford, TEDx speaker, consultant, and operational strategist, to explore how leaders can drive transformation through clarity and innovation. Jon shares insights from years of helping companies navigate change, identify blind spots, streamline operations, and scale with intention. From leadership mindset to prac...

In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, host Nada Nasserdeen sits down with Jordan Edwards, founder of Edwards Consulting and host of the top 1 percent podcast #Clockedin. Jordan shares the mindset and habits that drive sustainable success across life and business. From hiking the Inca Trail to interviewing world-class leaders like the Founder of Reebok, Jordan has built a life grounded in...

In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, hosted by Nada Lena Nasserdeen, we sit down with Ted Ryce, a celebrity trainer and longevity expert who has helped high performers improve their health without burning out. Ted shares how a personal tragedy led him to a life in fitness, and how he now teaches leaders to take care of their bodies, sharpen their minds, and build sustainable habits that...

In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, we sit down with Roger Wakefield, licensed plumber turned YouTube powerhouse, who built the #1 plumbing channel in the world and transformed his trade into a global brand. With over 100 million views, Roger shares how he used video to build credibility, grow his business, and become a sought-after speaker and coach for entrepreneurs and trades profes...

Most people aren’t short on potential — they’re stuck in patterns that keep them playing small. In this episode, host Nada Nasserdeen talks with speaker and mindset mentor Breanne Burke about building confidence from the inside out. Breanne shares how to break out of the fixing vortex, stop chasing validation, and build simple, personalized habits rooted in self-trust. If you’re tired of second-gu...

Winning isn’t about luck. It’s about mindset, execution, and being your most authentic self. In this episode of the Rise Up For You podcast, host Nada Nasserdeen sits down with J.M. Ryerson, founder of Let’s Go Win, performance coach, author, and speaker. J.M. shares his journey from building financial businesses to creating a global leadership movement, and why real success starts from the inside...

Visibility is not optional. It is a leadership strategy. In this episode of the Rise Up For You Podcast, Nada welcomes PR and brand strategist Gina Yager, who helps leaders stop hiding behind their work and start owning their story. Gina shares: • Why visibility is a nonnegotiable in today’s business world • The mindset shift leaders must make to be seen and taken seriously • How PR actually works...

What if the real reason you are not leveling up is not your strategy, skillset, or experience but your mindset In this powerful conversation, Dr. Ryan Gottfredson joins Rise Up For You CEO Nada Lena Nasserdeen to reveal the hidden factor that holds most leaders back: their being side Dr. Gottfredson is a leadership professor at Cal State Fullerton, a global consultant, and author of three impactfu...