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What's your leadership language? | Rosita Najmi (re-release)

Jul 27, 2026 · 10m

Summary

Global development economist Rosita Najmi argues that effective leadership requires adapting to different organizational "languages" rather than sticking to a single style. Drawing from her experience across sectors, she explains how multilingual leaders can bridge corporate, nonprofit, and public policy perspectives. Najmi illustrates this approach by showing how diverse sectors can collaborate on issues like gender equality through shared understanding.

Topics discussed

Intro: Leadership styles vs. multilingual leadership Ad: Capital One banking features Ad: Apple Card titanium benefits Ad: Dell back-to-school laptop deals Rosita Najmi's background and business school realization Why leaders should adapt rather than stick to one style The concept of multilingual leadership across sectors Four industry languages and key focus topics Sector-specific approaches to gender equality Conclusion: Collaborating through multilingual leadership Outro: Credits and host sign-off Ad: McDonald's Caesar snack wrap Ad: Kohler Smart Toilets design and features Ad: Capital One banking features repeat
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