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info_outlineMy favorite quotes of the episode were:
- “We gain nothing from anxiety… And a smile opens more doors than a shout”
- "I saw what real tragedy is, and I saw how people who have nothing can be generous and kind and supportive to each other… I learn from them”
I'd also like to flag the call to action: the IMF is looking to hire women from the MENA Region with a strong background in economic policy. To quote Kristalina: "Don't be shy; please apply!" Do it, do it, do it!!!
You can find Kristalina on Twitter and LinkedIn.
A huge thank you to the 2020 Global Women's Forum Dubai – where this episode was recorded.
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Rana