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ABOUT FARANAK
With a strong foundation in legal and sales leadership, Faranak currently thrives at Google's Global Strategic Initiatives. Her transition from legal to sales leadership demonstrates her adaptability and strategic mindset. Faranak is recognized for her expertise in structuring complex deals and negotiating successful outcomes across diverse cultures. Her passion for diversity and inclusion is evident through her active engagement in business women’s networks and mentorship programs, aiming to advance careers and drive business success. Her work at Google and previous experiences at SAP and Philips underscore her ability to lead strategic initiatives effectively and foster inclusive workplace cultures.
HAVE MENTORS AND TAKE FEEDBACK. LEARN ON THE JOB AND TRY TO BUILD RELATIONSHIPS EARLY.
Faranak Farahmand Pour
FARANAK IN A NUTSHELL
Director, Global Strategic Initiatives Google Cloud
area of expertise
Information Technology UAE 🇦🇪
companies Faranak has worked for
FARANAK AS A LEADER
My leadership philosophy revolves around the success of my team and the collective achievements we can attain together. I believe in leading by example, setting clear goals, and fostering an environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to our shared objectives.
Leadership is not enforcement.
Great Leaders are rare to find.
The future of leadership is in the hands of women.
When I think of a leader, I think of a balanced and unique personality.
EMPATHY AND UNDERSTANDING ARE CRUCIAL FOR SUCCESSFUL LEADERSHIP.
Faranak Farahmand Pour
FARANAK ON PROMOTING GENDER EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE
Faranak is deeply passionate about diversity and inclusion, actively participating in business women's networks to help women advance their careers. Her commitment to gender equality is evident in her role as the executive sponsor of the @Women employee network group at Google. Faranak emphasizes the need for a real commitment to change within organizations, advocating for a shift in mindset rather than merely setting OKRs or KPIs. Her leadership philosophy underscores the importance of empathy, collaboration, and creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
FARANAK ON TRANSITIONING FROM LAW TO SALES LEADERSHIP
Faranak's career journey showcases a remarkable transition from a legal profession to a sales leadership role. Initially inspired to become a lawyer to help people, Faranak's career path took a significant turn when she moved from heading a legal department to taking on a sales leadership role at Google. This transition was influenced by a female leader who persuaded Faranak that she could be more successful in a different role. Her story highlights the importance of adaptability, openness to change, and the impact of influential mentors in shaping one's career trajectory.
LEADERSHIP IS ABOUT UNDERSTANDING THAT YOU WERE WRONG, INDICATING THE ISSUES, AND FINDING ALTERNATIVE WAYS TO CLOSURE AND SUCCESS.
Faranak on becoming a better leader
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