Douglas Brackmann
Douglas Brackmann
Episode 118: Yael Simon
Episode 118: Yael Simon
Episode 118: Yael Simon
Wednesday 26th June 2024
Yael Simon shares her journey in philanthropy, leadership, and resilience, offering valuable insights for driven individuals seeking to make a meaningful impact.
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Get the buttons here!The Power of Resilience: Yael Simon's Journey in Philanthropy
Episode Overview
- Embrace your unique traits as strengths.
- Treat life like a business plan by setting intentions.
- Understand the value of resilience through adversity.
- Balance confidence with empathy in leadership.
- Learn from failures to drive future success.
Do not spend one more minute with anyone who doesn't value your intrinsic strength and what you bring to the table
In this episode of the I Am Driven podcast, Yael Simon, a philanthropic advisor and funding strategist, shares her journey of building transformative projects and creating global partnerships. With over 20 years of experience working with private family offices, ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWI), and NGOs, Yael has dedicated her career to driving meaningful impact in the world. Host Dr.
Douglas Brackmann and co-host Rachel dive into Yael's unique upbringing and how her father's resilience as a Jewish immigrant from Baghdad shaped her perspective on life and work. Yael discusses the challenges and rewards of being a driven individual, touching on her experiences with ADHD and the pressures of constantly proving oneself in high-stakes environments. Yael's insights into leadership, empathy, and the importance of self-care are both relatable and inspiring.
She emphasises the value of treating life like a business plan, where setting intentions and understanding one's intrinsic strengths are crucial for success. Her anecdotes about working with challenging yet brilliant individuals highlight the importance of adaptability and perseverance. The conversation also explores the dynamics of working with driven men and women, shedding light on the differences in leadership styles and the impact of confidence and empathy in professional settings.
Yael's candid reflections on failure, resilience, and the journey of self-discovery offer valuable lessons for anyone striving to make a difference in their personal and professional lives. If you're looking for a blend of personal anecdotes and broader insights into what it means to be driven, this episode is a must-listen. Yael Simon's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of embracing one's unique traits to drive transformative change.