I had the great delight to sit with Katie Ferman, a passionate leader and change maker, for this new episode on Women Rise. In this dialog, Katie  shares how she is  challenging conventional leadership and redefining what being an authentic leader means to her. Rooting out imposter syndrome and harnessing the power of empathy in leadership are just some of the topics we explore in this conversation. 

Katie shares how she doesn't hesitate to share  personal challenges and experiences with her team. In fact, her ability to be vulnerable as a leader is one of her great strengths. It allows her to  build trust and authenticity among her team, paving the way for more collaborative and transparent relationships. We also discuss how, she creates an inclusive environment, thus fostering a workplace where everyone's voices are heard and respected.

It is fascinating to me to witness how younger women leaders today are beginning to own their "soft" qualities and how, as a result, the world of leadership is beginning to shape shift!

Katie Ferman's  short bio:  "Katie Ferman is a mission-driven project management professional with ten years of experience in international relations, including international development, public diplomacy, cultural exchange, and counterproliferation. She has experience working with nonprofit implementers to carry out strategic objectives of the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development, and the United Nations. Outside of work, she enjoys getting out in nature and saying hello to every dog she crosses paths with. She is also a proud Corgi aunt and podcast enthusiast."
LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-ferman-20292828/

Thank you for listening to Women Rise. Sign up for my distribution list so you never miss an episode. Learn more about the Women Rise leadership program for women change-makers on my website. If you'd like to be considered to be interviewed on this podcast, please write me directly or take this survey to find out if you're a good fit.