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ABOUT CARINA
Carina Postl navigates her leadership journey with a focus on empathy, learning from colleagues and family, and a commitment to work-life balance. Striving to be the best version of herself, Carina draws inspiration from good leaders and the desire to offer a respectful and encouraging environment for her allies and colleagues. Acknowledging that she didn't always have a clear career path in mind, Carina emphasizes the importance of staying curious and embracing growth opportunities. She finds solace and balance in nature and maintains her mental health by sharing her feelings and taking time for personal hobbies. As a leader, Carina champions open communication, continuous learning, and creating fear-free work environments that encourage honest and constructive feedback. Her leadership journey is marked by a commitment to personal development, kindness, and a genuine care for her team's well-being and growth.
BE KIND, BE SOFT, BE FOCUSED.
Carina Postl
CARINA IN A NUTSHELL
Senior Account Executive
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area of expertise
Finance / Banking / Investment / Accounting Austria 🇦🇹
companies Carina has worked for
CARINA AS A LEADER
Carina considers success as being in harmony with oneself, prioritizing family, health, and professional challenges that foster growth and authority in her field. She shares her experiences with the next generation, advocating for a work environment free of fear, where ideas and improvements can be openly discussed. Carina emphasizes the importance of self-confidence and the power of kindness in leadership, rejecting the notion that toughness equates to success. Instead, she promotes a leadership style characterized by empathy, focus, and a strong stance on issues while maintaining softness towards people. Her approach demonstrates a balance between achieving professional goals and fostering an inclusive, supportive work culture.
Leadership is not being hard, harsh and too tough.
Great Leaders are kind, listen carefully and develop others.
The future of leadership is being focused, kind and engaging.
When I think of a leader, I think of Stefanie Ahammer.
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF AND WORK ON YOUR SELF-CONFIDENCE.
Carina Postl
CARINA ON THE IMPORTANCE OF OPEN COMMUNICATION
Emphasizing the value of sharing emotions with colleagues and family, Carina highlights how open communication has helped her navigate work-life balance and maintain mental health. This trait underpins her leadership philosophy, advocating for a culture where team members can freely express thoughts and concerns, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
CARINA ON BALANCING LEADERSHIP AND PARENTHOOD
Parenthood has taught Carina to listen more attentively and manage her time efficiently, enhancing her leadership abilities. She discusses the necessity of being flexible and setting priorities to manage the demands of work and family, illustrating how personal experiences can significantly influence professional growth and leadership style.
HARD ON THE MATTER, SOFT ON THE PERSON.
Carina on becoming a better leader
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