Written from the life, experience, and wisdom of H.E. Laila Rahhal Al Atfani, H.E. Laila Rahhal Al Atfani is a businesswoman, goodwill ambassador, and supporter of entrepreneurship and humanitarian work. From a small drop to an ocean of change, a beating heart from the UAE, ‘I Don’t Want to be a WOMAN’ is rapidly poised to become the next bestselling “must have” for executives, business professionals, and those in everyday life.
Simplifying and comprehensively deconstructing the overused terms of women moving from the primary role of domestic caregivers to active, powerful forces in economic and political life, Rahhal Al Atfani ’s compelling volume provides refreshing new advice on thriving in today’s cutthroat and often confusing world. One critic recently wrote, “The author uses her experience. Her Excellency Laila Rahhal El Atfani stands as a powerful symbol of compassion, leadership, and transformative impact in society. Through her visionary initiatives, she has consistently worked towards uplifting women, nurturing their potential, and creating pathways for them to thrive both personally and professionally. This book was really worth the investment! Her Imperial Majesty Queen Sheba III.
For those of us who are so clever in the world of business, or studying with hopes of one day dominating an industry, the term being a WOMAN’s materialism will eat away our soul’ is a reflection on this profound evolution. It charts the journey of women from the silence of traditional societies, where religious and cultural norms often limited us to household chores and spiritual obedience, to the clamour of the modern workforce. H.E. Laila Rahhal Al Atfani knows that each of these is not just a word but a powerful, deep concept that is often overlooked.
In her game-changing new book, ‘I Don’t Want to be a WOMAN’, Rahhal Al Atfani cuts to the core of each concept in a way that will redefine anyone’s view on society.
The Vision Behind the Book
A holistic overview of the essential facts within society, now obsessed with material wealth, risks assuming that money, status, and possessions are the ultimate goals. We are in danger of trading our souls for status symbols. This book explores the fundamental debate between intrinsic values, connection, empathy, and kindness, and the extrinsic pursuit of wealth. It argues that while money is necessary for security, prioritising it over relationships leads to anxiety, loneliness, and a spiritual void.
A heart filled with kindness, empathy, and love has the power to attract blessings that transcend monetary value. It is through genuine connections, acts of generosity, and heartfelt gestures that we find the most precious treasures of life. No amount of wealth can compare to the priceless gifts that a beautiful heart can bring into your world. Money could never purchase the wealth of love, happiness, and true fulfilment.
Why did God choose us as women, and what will your legacy be? When your time comes, people will not remember the brand of your shoes or expensive bag and watch, or the size of your bank account. They will remember how you made them feel. They will remember if you built walls or if you built bridges. They will remember if you chose to step on others to succeed, or if you chose to reach back and pull others up.
“Let me be frank here, No amount of wealth can compare to the priceless gifts that a beautiful heart can bring into your world, a wealth of love, happiness, and fulfilment that money could never purchase.’’
Continuing, “21st-century technology is making a huge impact on how the world does operates and, while it affords limitless opportunities, it’s also easier than ever before to lose track, fall into traps and stray off course through lack of control. I’ve identified why women need to be ladies.”
My book is a holistic guide to finally understanding and implementing their boundless opportunities. ”Writing this has been a deeply cathartic and liberating experience; a way to be brutally honest about the human condition. This is not just a history of women’s rights; it is a manifesto for the “Beautiful Heart”. It is a reminder that true richness lies not in what we own, but in who we are.
Since its release, the book has been praised with critical acclaim. For example, Geoffrey Hudson-Searle Independent Digital Non-Executive Director, Executive Director, Entrepreneur, Global Thought Leader and Best-Selling Author ‘’Laila Rahhal is truly an author who understands the issues in the world today. This book is a critical reminder of the foundation of our “True North”, whether that be building relationships, collaboration, authenticity, empathy, purpose, and trust in our professional, community and personal capacities. As the world around us continues to become more complex at a faster rate, we need to leverage trusted relationships; after all, trust is based on our paychecks, consumer purchases, relationships, and even marriage. Trust is the natural regulator for relationships, setting desirable standards for behaviour and engendering mutually understood boundaries.
Trust creates equilibrium yet also enables all forms of progress, given that people are comfortable taking the risks required to advance. Each period in history characterised by peace, prosperity and progress is synonymous with a prevalence of trust. Every major brand that has enjoyed global success could not have achieved this without creating trust across cultural, political and economic borders. I would argue that the value of every intangible asset on a multinational’s balance sheet is created by trust! Conversely, the absence of trust produces dysfunctional relationships where neither party feels an obligation to regulate their behaviour since their connection has no value. The absence of trust leads to people taking action to restore this most desirable of paradigms. Consider the extreme instances of this, where people will leave organisations, exit relationships, overthrow regimes or uproot themselves from their country of birth. Simply put, the absence of trust is characterised by uncertainty, conflict and ultimately chaos.’’
Dr. Amb. Mrs. Olayinka adds, “It’s clear that a great deal of hard work has gone into this book, She is a woman of substance whose life reflects service, collaboration, and vision. She believes in people, supports worthy causes, and carries herself with a rare combination of strength, compassion, and purpose. In both public and private spaces, she has demonstrated sincerity, loyalty, and a true passion for building bridges and celebrating the success of others. Highly recommended!”
‘I Don’t Want to be a WOMAN’, from SiliconChip Technologies, is available now:
- Amazon
- iTunes / Apple Books
- Google Play
About the Author:
H.E. Laila Rahhal Al Atfani is a visionary businesswoman and Goodwill Ambassador dedicated to global humanitarian work and entrepreneurship. As the President and Founder of the Women’s Business Circle and the “I Am Africa” platform, and Vice President of the Global Chamber of Business Leaders, she has become a global voice for youth and women’s empowerment.
Described as “a beating heart from the UAE to the world,” her journey bridges economic development with inspirational leadership, transforming a small drop of initiative into an ocean of change. With unwavering determination, Her Excellency continues to build bridges and pull others up, standing as a symbol of both strength and humanity in the 21st-century business landscape.
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