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Inclusive Leadership: How to Build Teams That Thrive
004: What happens when one woman decides not just to break the glass ceiling—but to hold the door open for others?
In this inspiring episode of #HerPerspective, we sit down with Iffat Chaudhry—a trailblazer in the AV industry, fierce advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and the powerful voice behind the WhatIff videocast.
Born in London to a Pakistani immigrant father who arrived in the 1960s with just £5 and a dream, Iffat shares how her upbringing, identity, and lived experiences shaped her path to leadership. From navigating male-dominated spaces to launching a platform that amplifies underrepresented voices, Iffat’s story is one of resilience, purpose, and paying it forward.
In this episode, we explore:
- Her personal journey and what drives her DEI work
- The power of challenging the status quo in traditional industries
- How to create safe spaces and build inclusive environments
- Why paying it forward is not just a value—but a strategy for real change
- Advice for young women building their confidence in leadership roles
Iffat reminds us that when one woman rises, she creates space for many more.
Check out Iffat’s videocast: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatIff22
Connect with Iffat on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iffat-chaudhry
Book Recommendations:
- Atomic Habits, James Clear
- Fierce Conversations, Susann Scott
More of Astrid:
- https://www.astridsteingrueber.com/
- https://tr.ee/KE9Hvz
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By Astrid Steingrueber004: What happens when one woman decides not just to break the glass ceiling—but to hold the door open for others?
In this inspiring episode of #HerPerspective, we sit down with Iffat Chaudhry—a trailblazer in the AV industry, fierce advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and the powerful voice behind the WhatIff videocast.
Born in London to a Pakistani immigrant father who arrived in the 1960s with just £5 and a dream, Iffat shares how her upbringing, identity, and lived experiences shaped her path to leadership. From navigating male-dominated spaces to launching a platform that amplifies underrepresented voices, Iffat’s story is one of resilience, purpose, and paying it forward.
In this episode, we explore:
- Her personal journey and what drives her DEI work
- The power of challenging the status quo in traditional industries
- How to create safe spaces and build inclusive environments
- Why paying it forward is not just a value—but a strategy for real change
- Advice for young women building their confidence in leadership roles
Iffat reminds us that when one woman rises, she creates space for many more.
Check out Iffat’s videocast: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatIff22
Connect with Iffat on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iffat-chaudhry
Book Recommendations:
- Atomic Habits, James Clear
- Fierce Conversations, Susann Scott
More of Astrid:
- https://www.astridsteingrueber.com/
- https://tr.ee/KE9Hvz