The Unlikely Leader
Saturday Transformation Workshops
A high-energy, immersive morning that will equip you with the mindset, strategies, and tools to lead with Confidence, Clarity, and Influence.
📍 Where: Dubai, UAE
📆 When: 9:00AM - 1:00PM,
January 17th, 2026
Designed for real people facing real challenges.
Why This Workshop?
Most people never learn how to lead. They’re promoted because they’re good at their job… then thrown into leadership and expected to “figure it out.”
No manual. No guidance. No confidence. Just pressure.
These workshops change that.
A powerful, intimate workshop capped at 20 seats only to ensure every participant receives personalised guidance and real breakthroughs.
In one morning, you’ll gain the tools, mindset, and clarity to lead yourself - and your team - with confidence.
This is leadership for real people. Not theory. Not fluff. Not corporate jargon.
What You’ll Walk Away With
Practicial tools that work with real teams.
Confidence to handle pressure, conflict, and difficult conversations.
Influence strategies you can apply immediately
Real confidence not fake hype
Thrown In The Deep End
Lead With Confidence Even When You’re Not Ready
This first session, on 17th January, covers:
✅Confidence vs fear
✅Imposter syndrome
✅Identity-based leadership
✅Acting with clarity
✅Leading even when you feel unqualified
✅The first-time leader reset
By the end of the morning, you’ll know exactly how to walk through 2026 prepared, clear, and confident.
This series is built for people who want more than a title. It’s for people who want to lead.
✅ Middle managers
✅ New leaders
✅ Senior managers under pressure
✅ Team leaders navigating change
✅ Anyone who wants to lead with confidence and clarity
If you’ve ever thought, “I know I can do more,” this is for you.
Who Should Attend?
Meet Your Host: Abdurahman Afia
A world-class leadership expert helping top professionals break through their limits.
Over 20 years developing elite leaders in the Middle East and beyond.
Sought-after keynote speaker and leadership seminar facilitator
Transformed thousands of managers into powerful leaders.
Known for high-energy, high-impact training sessions.
3M+ social media followers learning from his insights every day.
Secure your spot now!
Testimonials
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"His workshops are hugely engaging, immensely insightful and filled with a huge amount of practical strategies that can be applied immediately."
- Jason Margetts
Group Chief Sales Officer
ROSHN
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"From the beginning the energy was contagious and the passion unmatched. It wasn’t just a talk, it was a call to action. Feeling incredibly motivated to tackle the challenges ahead with a fresh perspective and unstoppable drive!"
- Samuel Douglas
Senior Insurance Broker
Beneple
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"This space is very crowded but Afia Partners stand out because they are focused on helping leaders help themselves and they do this in a very collaborative and deeply authentic manner. I wouldn't hesitate recommending Afia & Partners."
- Mark Ryder
Executive Director, Development
ROSHN
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"It was the perfect balance of engaging audience interaction, and the motivation to make the impossible possible. Thanks again to Afia Partners for bringing such high energy and a wonderful sense of humor, we all had such fun!"
- Cayley Wolfe
Head of Human Resources
BSTG
Don’t just manage. LEAD.
Secure your seat today before it’s too late!