8: Empower Women and Girls with Urmi Hossain

Summary Urmi, a self-published author and advocate for women's empowerment, shares her journey and experiences in the financial sector. She discusses the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated industry and the importance of organizations like Women in Leadership. Urmi also highlights the issues faced by women in South Asian cultures, such as double standards and child marriages. She emphasizes the need for education and empowerment to bring about change. Urmi shares valuable advice she received, including the importance of standing up for oneself and making decisions that align with one's true self. The conversation explores the importance of fit and values in the workplace, the impact of burnout and toxic environments on mental health, the need for empathy and emotional awareness in leadership, and the role of proactivity and adaptability in thriving in the modern world. The conversation also touches on the potential of AI and the importance of embracing change, being persistent, and leading by example in feminine leadership. Keywords women's empowerment, financial sector, male-dominated industry, South Asian culture, double standards, child marriages, education, empowerment, mentorship, advocating for oneself, authenticity, workplace values, fit, values, workplace, burnout, toxic environments, mental health, empathy, emotional awareness, leadership, proactivity, adaptability, thriving, modern world, AI, change, persistence, feminine leadership Takeaways The financial sector is still predominantly male-dominated, and organizations like Women in Leadership play a crucial role in empowering women and promoting diversity. Women in South Asian cultures face double standards and challenges, such as limited opportunities and child marriages. Education and empowerment are key to bringing about change and breaking societal norms. It is important to stand up for oneself and advocate for one's own needs and goals in the workplace. Being authentic and true to oneself is essential for personal and professional fulfillment. When choosing a job, consider factors beyond salary, such as company values, diversity, inclusion, and flexibility. The fit between a person and their workplace values is crucial for success and well-being. Burnout can be caused by a lack of listening and empathy in the workplace. Leadership should prioritize empathy, emotional awareness, and nurturing to create a positive work environment. Proactivity and adaptability are essential skills for thriving in the modern world. AI can be used to complement existing skills and improve efficiency. Resilience is about persistency and determination in the face of setbacks. Feminine leadership involves leading by example and being the change you want to see in the world. Our Guest: Urmi Hossain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urmamio/ Website: https://www.myways.ca/ Book: https://a.co/d/9X1VVcF Our Host: Lili Le Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefeminineleadership/ Website: https://www.thefeminineleadership.co/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thihuyentrangle/