Create Your Own ‘Door-Stopper’ Opportunities, Capture People’s Attention Through Storytelling, and Use Your Voice to Affect Change with Nickie Shobeiry.

Power of Why with Naomi Haile

“A door stopper is like shoving your leg in the door before it can close on you. It's creating an asset and opportunity to capture people's attention and open a door or two.”

In this episode, Nickie Shobeiry and I dive into the art of creating opportunities by boldly putting yourself out there. Imagine using a short film not just as a creative piece but as a powerful door stopper—a way to crack open opportunities before they slip away. Nickie shares how these projects have become calling cards that capture attention and forge connections with industry insiders and media moguls. It’s an unapologetic approach to saying, “This is me. This is my message. Let’s make something great together.”

​​Nickie Shobeiry uses storytelling excellence for good. A second-generation Iranian raised in the United Kingdom and now living in Canada, she shares stories of the joy and resilience of her culture through film, audio, and journalism.

This year, Nickie produced Good Nose, her first short film about cosmetic surgery trends in Iran, with the Canadian broadcaster CBC.

We explore her story from a quiet, artsy child in a rural town to a successful creative entrepreneur. We discuss the importance of storytelling, the evolution of ​​Nickie's career in journalism, and the challenges and triumphs of building a communications business. ​​Nickie shares insights and the detailed process behind bringing her documentary 'Good Nose' to life with a team. Nickie shares how she leverages projects as opportunities for growth.

This episode is for you if:

• You want to learn how to leverage storytelling to build a meaningful career in filmmaking, journalism, or communications.

• You’re interested in strategies for building a strong personal and professional network, especially as a newcomer to a country.

• You’re exploring how to transition from freelancing to running a successful business.

• You want insights on using creative projects, like short films, to open doors and build lasting connections in the industry.

Connect with Nickie

• LinkedIn: Nickie Shobeiry
• Website: Nickie Shobeiry
• Instagram: Nickie Shobeiry
• Substack: Nickie Shobeiry

Connect with Naomi

• Website: www.naomihaile.com
• LinkedIn: Naomi Haile
• Instagram: @naomiahaile
• Twitter: @naomiathaile
• YouTube: Naomi Haile