046: Story of Resilience and Growth with Hamide Tekin Karakaya

Summary

Join us on the 100 Women in Insurance Podcast as Hamide Karakaya shares her compelling journey of resilience and overcoming imposter syndrome. Hamide discusses the unique challenges she faced moving to a new country during the pandemic and navigating a significant cyber attack at her company. She also delves into the power of storytelling through her podcast and the critical role of building relationships in the insurance sector.

Takeaways

• Moving to a new country during a pandemic can be challenging, but it also builds resilience.

• Imposter syndrome is common, but you can overcome it by asking questions, seeking support, and breaking tasks into smaller, manageable steps.

• Sharing stories and experiences through a podcast can inspire and connect with others.

• Building relationships and networking are essential in the insurance industry for both personal and professional growth.

• Emphasising human connection and vulnerability is key to personal and career development.

Sound Bites

• "Moving from one country to another in the middle of a pandemic was very challenging."

• "I gained more confidence after the cyber attack. I realised I'm good at my job."

• "Sharing my podcast with others made me feel more connected and accepted."

Resources

• Discover the 100 Women In Insurance Collective dedicated to connecting women in insurance: www.100womenininsurance.com/collective.

About the Host

• Connect with Sandra on LinkedIn and explore more insights: Sandra’s LinkedIn