East Meets West: Pakistani Professional Journeys
§ The goal of this podcast is to provide stories and experiences of Pakistani professionals in their respective industries and to allow listeners to be more informed of their field of interest.
§ A common connection being Pakistani roots allows for relatable stories for individuals who are looking to grow in their profession or simply want to learn more about a particular field.
§ There will be no industry left untouched from start-ups, traditional careers paths or newer outlets such as podcasts, YouTube or side hustles. Join me as we explore the various careers that Pakistani professionals are working at in the West.
East Meets West: Pakistani Professional Journeys
S2 EP 19 | Empowerment Coach | Ft. Zarina Tariq
In this episode of the East Meets West Pakistani Professional Journeys Podcast, Zarina, an empowerment coach specializing in subconscious healing, shares her journey from Pakistan to Canada. She discusses her educational background, experiences living and working in Pakistan and Dubai, and the challenges she faced moving to Canada during the pandemic. Zarina offers insights into the significance of mindset, overcoming fear, and self-regulation as keys to achieving personal and professional success. She also emphasizes the importance of maintaining a sense of community and connection amidst the isolating nature of Western culture.
00:00 Intro
00:16 Introduction to Zarina and Her Journey
00:42 Early Life and Education in Pakistan
02:30 Memories and Experiences in Pakistan
04:40 Transition to Dubai and Career Challenges
06:20 Moving to Canada During the Pandemic
07:27 Coping with Isolation and Building Routines
10:15 Overcoming Fear of Failure
14:42 Coaching Industry
15:55 Balancing Personal and Professional Coaching
16:53 Empowering Clients to Reclaim Their Power
18:06 Key Traits Of Successful People
22:25 Proactive vs. Reactive Approaches
23:53 The Importance of Self-Regulation
25:16 Combating Dependency in Coaching
30:31 Defining Success
33:11 Integrating Cultural Values in a New Environment
35:19 Setting Coaching Session
instagram handle is @zarinatariq11, https://www.instagram.com/zarinatariq11/)
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