EPISODE · Apr 10, 2025 · 35 MIN
Authentic Pathways - S1 Ep5 - Farhana Bari - Breaking the Leadership Mold
from Authentic Pathways with Karin Holley · host Karin Holley Coaching
Dive into an insightful conversation with Farhana Bari, an experienced international educational leader, in this episode of the Authentic Pathways interview series. Discover Farhana's journey from a family of educators in Bangladesh to leading international schools across multiple countries. Farhana discusses the importance of authenticity, calmness, and self-reflection in leadership. She shares stories of her father's teachings on being a good human, her challenges as a local leader in an international school, and her daily practices for maintaining balance and calm amidst stress. Learn how her patient and loving approach has earned her the acceptance and respect of students, colleagues, and parents alike. This episode highlights the power of surrounding yourself with affirming voices, the practice of patience, and the importance of making and learning from mistakes.00:00 Introduction to Authentic Pathways00:37 Meet Farhana Bari: A Leader in Education02:29 Farhana's Early Life and Teaching Journey05:38 Lessons from Farhana's Father08:50 Empowering Leadership and Overcoming Challenges12:25 Transition to International Schools18:01 Calmness and Reflection in Leadership26:44 Audience Q&A and Final Reflections33:12 Closing Remarks and Upcoming GuestsInspired by what you heard?Visit my website for more information:https://karinholley.com/Book a free coaching call: https://karin-holley.temboni.com/Contact: [email protected]Connect with Karin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-holley/https://www.facebook.com/Karinholleycoaching/https://www.instagram.com/karinholleycoaching/
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Dive into an insightful conversation with Farhana Bari, an experienced international educational leader, in this episode of the Authentic Pathways interview series. Discover Farhana's journey from a family of educators in Bangladesh to leading international schools across multiple countries. Farhana discusses the importance of authenticity, calmness, and self-reflection in leadership. She shares stories of her father's teachings on being a good human, her challenges as a local leader in an international school, and her daily practices for maintaining balance and calm amidst stress. Learn how her patient and loving approach has earned her the acceptance and respect of students, colleagues, and parents alike. This episode highlights the power of surrounding yourself with affirming voices, the practice of patience, and the importance of making and learning from mistakes.00:00 Introduction to Authentic Pathways00:37 Meet Farhana Bari: A Leader in Education02:29 Farhana's Early Life and Teaching Journey05:38 Lessons from Farhana's Father08:50 Empowering Leadership and Overcoming Challenges12:25 Transition to International Schools18:01 Calmness and Reflection in Leadership26:44 Audience Q&A and Final Reflections33:12 Closing Remarks and Upcoming GuestsInspired by what you heard?Visit my website for more information:https://karinholley.com/Book a free coaching call: https://karin-holley.temboni.com/Contact: [email protected]Connect with Karin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-holley/https://www.facebook.com/Karinholleycoaching/https://www.instagram.com/karinholleycoaching/
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