
In this follow-up episode of Work in Progress, Nicole Engelmann sits down with Assil Skaiky for a powerful conversation on the importance of building genuine connections and navigating professional growth with intention. Together, they explore how to network effectively across different personality types, maintain professionalism both online and offline, and build resilience when reaching out to new people or pursuing opportunities. Assil shares how character can be your greatest asset, how confidence opens doors, and why aligning with a bigger mission makes all the difference. They also dive into practical strategies for pitching to investors, forming meaningful relationships, and knowing when it’s time to ask for help. This episode is an inspiring reminder that your mindset, values, and approach to connection can shape the trajectory of your career.
Host & guest info:
Nicole Engelmann
Nicole is a London-based personal branding photographer and videographer, working with small business owners and creatives across the UK and beyond. She’s here for the camera-shy, the visibility-dodgers, and the “I’m not photogenic” crowd - turning nerves into magic with scroll-stopping visuals that feel so you. Whether it’s in the streets of London or on a retreat in Ibiza, she’s got your best angles (and your brand) covered.
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Assil Skaiky
Assil Skaiky is a fashion stylist and the founder of Moustadaam, a sustainable rental brand. Her mission is to show women that dressing well and caring for the environment go hand in hand. Through styling and rentals, she helps clients not only look their best but also embrace more sustainable ways of living — with the hope that each person carries the conversation forward, building a stronger, more sustainable world together.
Check out Assil's work:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assilskaiky/?hl=en | https://www.instagram.com/moustadaam/#
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/assil-skaiky-a921232b8
Website: https://www.moustadaam.com/