It’s great to be a leader in fair weather, but difficult otherwise: Binaifer Dulani

The Founding Partner of Talented emphasized the importance of environments that allow both success and failure in her speech at Impact 50 Most Influential Women of 2024

by e4m Staff
Published: Dec 6, 2024 3:50 PM | 2 min read

Binaifer Dulani, Founding Partner and Creative at Talented.Agency, delivered a poignant and reflective speech as she accepted her recognition in the Impact 50 Most Influential Women of 2024 list. Describing it as an “unthinkable honor,” Dulani expressed gratitude for being among such remarkable company and acknowledged the role of Impact in celebrating milestones throughout her career.

Reflecting on the conversation around creating equal opportunities for women, Dulani emphasized the importance of environments that allow both success and failure. “It’s great to be a leader in fair weather, but it’s really hard to show up with the same confidence when you’ve led everyone to less favorable outcomes,” she said. For Dulani, this balance has been made possible by the unwavering support of her team, who have given her the space to grow and thrive through challenges.

Drawing inspiration from her mother, a woman who has weathered life’s storms with strength and grace, Dulani shared how this resilience has shaped her own journey. “I am my mother’s daughter,” she said, adding that her ability to navigate turbulent times is rooted in the lessons her mother imparted.

As she concluded, Dulani thanked Impact for creating a platform that amplifies women’s achievements and inspires others. Her words highlighted the importance of leadership grounded in vulnerability, resilience, and the courage to embrace both triumphs and setbacks.