Drop your Noise

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Cut through life’s chaos for real, real, unfiltered conversations about life, choices, challenges, and growth. Each week, I chat with inspiring leaders, creators, thinkers, and everyday humans to unpack courage, growth, and finding your voice in a noisy world. We talk about everything from big leaps of faith to the small acts of self-care, the messy middle of change, and finding joy, courage, and balance in our unpredictable world. If you’re ready to tune out expectations and discover authentic ways to thrive, you’re in the right place. Drop in, drop the noise, and discover what matters most

  1. 4D AGO

    Humanity, Humor and Humility in negotiations and life

    Kirti sits down with Roshanak,an international lawyer with a vibrant multicultural story to talk about the real power of humanity, humor, and humility in negotiations and everyday life. From growing up between Iran and Italy, to building trust in Dubai’s diverse business scene, Roshanak shares how her family’s values shaped her approach to fear, belonging, and professional success. Expect real talk on how laughter helps break down barriers, why dropping your ego matters in high-pressure deals, and what it actually means to show up as yourself in a global world. Warm, candid, and practical. Keep in the loop: https://link.kirtana168.com/podcast Roshanak has lived a life shaped by movement, strong influences and high expectations, learning early on how to navigate different environments with curiosity and independence. Her experiences across countries and cultures have given her a wide lens on people, relationships and what really matters.Alongside a demanding professional life, she has always been drawn to art, culture and creative expression — interests that keep her grounded and offer a different way of understanding the world. These influences sit just as comfortably with her love for structure and problem-solving as they do with imagination and humour.She is married to Francesco, whose Italian dolce vita approach brings warmth and lightness into everyday life. Today, she balances intensity with perspective, ambition with enjoyment, and seriousness with an ability to laugh — at life, and often at herself. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-roshanak-bassiri-gharb-46471a15

    1h 3m

  2. MAR 12

    Why “lighten those damn fears” changes everything, even during chaos

    When panic and uncertainty rise,especially during regional conflict ( Dubai, UAE) or family pressure, most people default to anxiety, guilt, and hyper-alert routines. Kirti found relief by using a “pause phrase”: “Lighten those damn fears.” Instead of masking fear with forced positivity, she leaned into humor, clear requests with family, and practical mindfulness. This shifted her mindset from reacting to navigating. Real composure comes from loosening the grip, accepting care, and working through the moment. Simple pauses and a sense of humor offer steadier ground.

    12 min

  3. FEB 23

    Sales success happens when thinking changes.

    What happens when fear, resentment, and inner noise flood your attempts to sell yourself and your work. Helen shares her journey from hating sales to realizing that shifting your thinking changes your results, and Kirti reflects on how easy it is to tie your identity to your business, losing sight of your value while trying to please everyone. Together, they unpack why women often avoid "salesy" behaviors, how consultative selling builds trust, and the power of pausing to rethink what value really means. Deep Dive into Visibility: Https://link.kirtana168.com/connect About Helen: Helen Tebay is a sales coach and founder of The Sales Lady. She helps service based business owners simplify sales, create consistency with their income, and make more money without it feeling heavy, awkward or pushy. Helen’s work is all about clarity, structure and doing less but better so selling feels good and supports the way you actually want to run your business. She has supported over 1,000 business owners to stop overcomplicating sales, build confidence in their offers, and create more predictable revenue without burning themselves out or becoming someone they are not. LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/helen-tebay-586947127Website - https://helentebay.podia.com/

    57 min

  4. FEB 16

    How to find your authentic voice online in the age of AI

    Ever feel like every post on your feed is starting to sound the same, especially with all the AI-generated content out there? Kirti sits down with thought-provoking communication strategiest, Annie, as they dig into why our online voices are getting lost in a sea of sameness. Annie breaks down what a true personal voice is, why it matters (especially when AI is trying to imitate everyone), and how finding your authentic style can cut through the noise.  If you’ve ever wondered how to stand out online, what “thought leadership” actually means, or why so many posts make you cynical, this conversation is for you. Tune in for practical, real talk about connection, writing, and finding your signatur, even if you think you don’t have one yet. 00:06:53 What is voice in writing, really?00:12:21 Why does online content feel so repetitive now?00:15:04 Is AI helping or hurting authentic communication?00:17:26 The disconnect between your real self and your “online” voice00:29:08 Personal branding vs. thought leadership—what’s the difference? Follow us on Subtack: https://kirtana168.substack.com for deeper insights around this subject. ABOUT ANNIE: Annie Meikle is a communications strategist with 17 years of experience helping brandsand senior leaders articulate their narrative with clarity and confidence. She began hercareer at the start of the region’s social media era, where she helped establish theSocial@Ogilvy practice at Memac Ogilvy. As Head of Content at OgilvyOne, she led workfor global brands including Sprite, IBM, SAP, Volkswagen, Kotex and Sony Mobile, shapingcontent designed for real audience engagement in the Middle East.In 2016, she co-founded The Social Shop by Aurora, a Dubai-based social media agencyfocused on corporate and consumer communications in sectors such as technology,aviation, retail, and health. Over time, the agency developed a niche in delivering high-impact social strategies to B2B companies.In 2023, Annie launched Meikle Communications to focus on strategic thought leadershipfor corporates and senior executives — particularly on LinkedIn — alongside employeeadvocacy and social media enablement programs. Her work blends narrativedevelopment, executive positioning, and practical execution frameworks that help leaderscommunicate with influence and purpose. Connect with Annie here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anniemeikle/

    36 min

  5. FEB 8

    How to Deal With the Pressure of Visibility (Without Losing Yourself)

    If you’ve ever felt pressure to be visible, especially as a woman- yet worry about criticism and losing control, you’re not alone.  Kirti lays out her candid story of wrestling with “the ick” of being noticed, from childhood expectations to teaching yoga and navigating jealous colleagues. By introducing “Pause Phrases” and reframing visibility as a choice, Kirti gives you simple strategies for regaining control of your words and your public self. Ready to feel genuine and build trust? Listen and start your Strategic Composure Audit or Join our Pause Community: https://link.kirtana168.com/connect

    17 min

  6. JAN 25

    Why Slowing Down is Hard (and Worth It): Finding Pause

    Is it possible to slow down and still keep up? Feeling anxious, unheard, or stuck comparing yourself in a world that never stops?  Kirti gets real about pausing, processing, and finding your own voice, especially in a noisy, fast-scrolling world. Are you just over it : New year , new you? And you are still wondering well how can you focus in 2026 and be more intentional. This is the episode for you. I share about my 20 years of helping people speak up (and her own story of moving beyond yoga and endless small talk). I talk about the hard-won reflections on why we avoid hard conversations, what’s hiding between “how are you” and “what do you do,” and practical ways to slow down, even if just for 10 seconds. This isn’t a list of tips, it’s a human take for 2026 on connection, trust, and presence, whether you’re talking to a friend, a stranger, or yourself.

    10 min

  7. JAN 18

    Diversity, AI, and why critical thinking matters more than ever

    If you’re asking about how diversity’s changing, especially in leadership and tech, or you’re wondering what role critical thinking plays now that AI is all over the place, there’s a pretty good conversation about this on the podcast Drop Your Noise 2026. Host Kirti and guest Benedicte talk about everything from echo chambers, algorithm bias, pushing for real diversity (not just gender or race, but how people actually think), and ways families and schools can encourage open minds. They dig into why it matters to ask ‘why?’ and ‘does it make sense?’- especially now when AI shapes what we read, see, and think. The episode covers how women’s voices are still fighting for space in tech boards and why mixing STEM studies with humanities might be a big part of the solution. If you’re looking for practical, human stories about navigating these change What did you walk away reflecting in this weeks episode? Join oursubstack and share it in the chat or leave a comment below. About Benedicte Hennebo From Philosophy to Technology.  Benedicte is an accomplished executive with over 25 years’ experience in marketing, strategy, and business development, specialising in B2B business transformation and international growth. Her diverse sector expertise spans ICT, IoT automation, transport, logistics, and energy transition, with leadership roles at Vontier (a Danaher spin-off), Honeywell, BT Group, and Dun & Bradstreet.  Fluent in English, French, Dutch, Italian, and with basic knowledge of German, Spanish, and Arabic, she brings a multicultural perspective to assignments and have worked across Europe, Middle East and Africa, India and Asia-Pacific. She is known for her ability to navigate ambiguity and her customer centric obsession to problem resolution.  Major achievements include driving $500M in new market opportunities through strategic account planning, boosting order growth across key markets in Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and repositioning brands into higher-margin segments.  Benedicte holds a master degree in philology, an MBA, an MIT/Sloan certificate in AI and Robotics, and is a Certified Advisory Board Chair.  Based in Dubai since 2008, she is also committed to mentoring, university lecturing, and promoting women in tech leadership. Outside work, she enjoys cycling, contemporary art, and family adventures in the desert.

    26 min

  8. JAN 8

    Navigating Difficult Conversations: Lateral Thinking and Language in Leadership

    So you’ve got the fresh perspective nobody else has, but what does it take to be understood?  My guest, Benedicte,  shares stories from boardrooms where bringing a different way of thinking is both a superpower and a challenge. We talk about: The uphill battle of making your ideas stick when your brain moves ten steps ahead, and how her boss’s advice to “slow down and bring people with you” changed her communication style. The conversation goes into breaking down complex ideas for all walks of life, respecting the difference between throwing out jargon and actually including people. For anyone who’s ever felt frustrated trying to get buy-in or lost their audience mid-sentence, there’s validation here and some no-nonsense reminders on meeting people where they are without shrinking your unique skills. T his topic of conversation is for you, if you’re curious about leadership, cultural context, unfiltered career stories, and communication that cuts through the noise. Expect practical reflections ,and a gentle nudge to trust your unconventional strengths. Did you have some thoughts around this weeks epsiodes? Why not share it with us : https://link.kirtana168.com/podcast About Benedicte From Philosophy to Technology.  Benedicte is an accomplished executive with over 25 years’ experience in marketing, strategy, and business development, specialising in B2B business transformation and international growth. Her diverse sector expertise spans ICT, IoT automation, transport, logistics, and energy transition, with leadership roles at Vontier (a Danaher spin-off), Honeywell, BT Group, and Dun & Bradstreet.  Fluent in English, French, Dutch, Italian, and with basic knowledge of German, Spanish, and Arabic, she brings a multicultural perspective to assignments and have worked across Europe, Middle East and Africa, India and Asia-Pacific. She is known for her ability to navigate ambiguity and her customer centric obsession to problem resolution.  Major achievements include driving $500M in new market opportunities through strategic account planning, boosting order growth across key markets in Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and repositioning brands into higher-margin segments.  Benedicte holds a master degree in philology, an MBA, an MIT/Sloan certificate in AI and Robotics, and is a Certified Advisory Board Chair.  Based in Dubai since 2008, she is also committed to mentoring, university lecturing, and promoting women in tech leadership. Outside work, she enjoys cycling, contemporary art, and family adventures in the desert.

    45 min
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Cut through life’s chaos for real, real, unfiltered conversations about life, choices, challenges, and growth. Each week, I chat with inspiring leaders, creators, thinkers, and everyday humans to unpack courage, growth, and finding your voice in a noisy world. We talk about everything from big leaps of faith to the small acts of self-care, the messy middle of change, and finding joy, courage, and balance in our unpredictable world. If you’re ready to tune out expectations and discover authentic ways to thrive, you’re in the right place. Drop in, drop the noise, and discover what matters most

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  • Creator
    Kirti
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    86
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Kirti
  • Show Website
    Drop your Noise