What The Arab World Can Teach Us About Leadership | Marilyn Zakhour | TEDxAl Wasl Salon

In a world teaching us to close off, protect ourselves and harden, what if the real power of leadership lies in staying open? From ancient Arab civilizations to modern-day acts of radical hospitality across the UAE, Marilyn Zakhour explores why leading with an open heart builds stronger communities, greater trust and lasting human connection. This is a powerful reflection on leadership Marilyn Zakhour is the founder and CEO of Cosmic Centaurs, an organizational and leadership development firm. Marilyn is former CMO of EMAAR and CEO of Dubai Opera. She blends the agility of startups and the excellence of multinationals in every mission. She is a two-time Harvard Business Review author, a university lecturer, and the host of two podcasts where she examines the evolving nature of leadership and the workplace. Through her writing, research, and open-source frameworks, Marilyn is on a mission to redefine what great leadership looks like and where the world looks for it. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx