About this episode
What happens when being “nice” stops being a survival tool and starts holding you back? In this conversation, Rohene Bouajram sits down with Amira Barger, award-winning executive and author of The Price of Nice, to unpack the hidden costs of being “the nice girl” in leadership and life.We cover:Why “nice” often means silence, shrinking, or complianceWhy the opposite of nice isn’t mean, it’s nerveHow crossing the line can look like small, everyday acts of courageThe difference between your “authentic self” and your “chosen self”What it really takes to lead with boldness, especially for women of colorThis episode is both a mirror and a challenge: what’s the cost of your nice and what would it look like to practice more nerve? Grab Amira's book on her website, which currently has a special discount until October 28, 2025. Connect with Amira:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amirabarger/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amirabarger/?hl=enWebsite: https://amirabarger.com/ Connect with Rohene:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohenebouajram/Website www.rohenebouajram.com Access resources to redefine your leadership: https://www.rohenebouajram.com/resourcesWatch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iigMiz6mS5k
