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HLP Allies | Interview with Serkan Oktar
I’m more than excited to launch our HLP Allies series , featuring exceptional leaders whose stories, insights, and experiences inspire us...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Apr 287 min read
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HLP Voices Series#8: What Does Leadership Mean Today?
We are proud to welcome Paula Bisiau as our guest for the seventh edition of our HLP Voices series. Our paths crossed in Bangkok, where...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Apr 145 min read
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HLP Voices Series#6 - From Firefighter to Gardener: Cultivating a Thriving Ecosystem in the Workplace
We are proud to welcome Lu Ying as our guest for our HLP Voices series. Lu Ying is a seasoned leader with over 25 years of experience...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Apr 144 min read
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Wait... Who Made You the Leader?
Let’s be honest. Not everyone with a big title knows how to lead. Some people get promoted, receive the shiny business cards, and then...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Apr 143 min read
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HLP Voices Series#5 - Turning Passion into Purpose: My Journey to Building a Business That Empowers Women
We’re so excited to welcome Anna Downs to Her Leadership Playbook this month. As the founder of Move Well with Anna , she’s not only a...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Apr 75 min read
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HLP Voices Series #4: Interview with Ece Er Aydın
At Her Leadership Playbook, we love sharing stories of bold, visionary women who challenge the status quo and create a lasting impact....
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Apr 79 min read
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Rethinking Passion: Why “Doing What You Love” Isn’t Always the Dream
✍️ By Pinar Koyuncu Oktar “Follow your passion.”“ Do what you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.” We’ve all heard it. It...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Apr 74 min read
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HLP Voices Series#3 - Don’t forget to say thanks to our male allies!
We are proud to welcome Dr. Christina SS Ooi as our guest for HLP Voices . Dr. Ooi is a seasoned executive and thought leader with over...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 313 min read
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How to Be a Better Male Ally at Work: A Checklist to Help You Start
In the conversations we lead with women across industries, one recurring theme always comes up: the power of male allies. It’s the...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 312 min read
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Do We Underestimate Men’s Ability to Understand Women’s Empowerment?
At Her Leadership Playbook, we believe that leadership conversations should be dynamic, diverse, and thought-provoking. This month, as we...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 314 min read
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HLP Voices Series #2 – Interview with Keiko Fujino
Keiko Fujino has built an impressive career in global media, spanning journalism, live video production, and international news...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 2113 min read
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The Unseen Bravery of Women: Redefining Courage on Our Own Terms
✍️ By Pınar Koyuncu Oktar I am thinking about bravery a lot lately. People often talk about leaving corporate life to pursue a passion...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 214 min read
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Introducing HLP Voices: Inspiring Women Share Their Leadership Journeys
We’re thrilled to launch "HLP Voices," a space where accomplished women share their leadership stories, challenges, and lessons. Our...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 184 min read
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Women in the Workplace: 30 Years After Beijing—How Far Have We Really Come?
✍️ By Pınar Koyuncu Oktar You may have come across highlights from this report on social media—the kind that make you pause, nod, and...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 183 min read
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Beyond the Photos: A Real Talk on Women’s Empowerment in the Workplace
✍️ By Pınar Koyuncu Oktar So, International Women’s Day has passed. If you’ve shared photos with your women colleagues, posted about how...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 122 min read
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Building a Career and a Family Abroad: Why I Created This Platform
Life is full of paradoxes, and one of the biggest I have experienced is balancing a thriving career with the equally important journey of...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 73 min read
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How Young Professionals - especially Women Will Benefit from Executive Coaching
✍️ By Pınar Koyuncu Oktar I remember the first time I stepped into a high-level business meeting. I had the knowledge, the skills, and...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 63 min read
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Navigating Commercial Expansion: Expert Strategies for Young Professionals
When I first stepped into the world of commercial expansion , I quickly realized that growth isn’t just about ambition—it’s about...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 63 min read
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Empower Your Supply Chain with Strategic Consulting Services
Navigating today’s business landscape is complex. Supply chain disruptions, shifting market demands, and competitive pressures make it...
Pinar Koyuncu Oktar
Mar 61 min read
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