Thriving as an Outsider: Naeemah Elias on Confidence, Storytelling, and Success
Podcast:Business Insider: Round Table Podcast Published On: Wed Feb 11 2026 Description: In this episode of the Business Insider Round Talk, host Andrew Jones engages with Naeemah Elias, a speaker and founder who specializes in helping individuals thrive as outsiders in professional environments. Naeemah discusses the concept of 'thriving as an outsider,' focusing on the societal rules that shape how individuals, particularly women and marginalized groups, navigate workplace dynamics. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing and challenging these ingrained rules to foster personal and professional growth. Through her background as a professional actress, Naeemah integrates performance techniques into her coaching, helping clients present themselves confidently and authentically in various settings.