Are you creating a culture where your team feels comfortable giving you honest feedback?As a seasoned Turnaround and Growth CEO, Marwa leads organizations through pivotal stages of their development across various industries, with a specialization in financial services and technology. Marwa’s approach combines deep operational insight with innovative strategies, empowering teams to execute on a clear vision while tackling complex market dynamics, particularly in the fast-evolving fintech space.Kelly and Marwa cover:01:22 Marwa's background as a "business nerd" 02:52 Her diverse industry experience and people-first leadership 04:05 How they met through Assetbook's marketing needs 04:46 Working with a spouse 09:53 Why women should accept credit and celebrate wins 12:06 Why it's often easier to take criticism than praise 13:04 Culture vs. perks in the workplace 14:28 Building genuine open-door policies and feedback culture 15:14 The importance of client appreciation 16:56 Leadership’s role in protecting teams 17:55 Spot bonuses and employee recognition 19:21 Recognition's impact on culture 21:25 Marwa’s venture “Forked Up” helping small restaurants 25:57 Marwa’s “Don’t Do That” – don’t be the smartest in your echo chamber 27:55 Creating safe spaces for honest feedback 29:07 Bringing solutions, not just problems 31:21 Assuming positive intent in tough conversations 33:07 Advice for leaders lacking feedback-friendly cultures 34:33 Marwa’s love for her bold career journeyConnect with Kelly Waltrich: LinkedIn: Kelly WaltrichLinkedIn: Intention.lyX: Intention.lyInstagram: Intention.lyConnect with Marwa ZakhariaLinkedIn: Marwa ZakhariaAbout Our Guest:As a seasoned Turnaround and Growth CEO, Marwa leads organizations through pivotal stages of their development across various industries, with a specialization in financial services and technology. Whether revitalizing underperforming operations or driving scalable, sustainable growth, she has a proven track record of navigating challenges and identifying key opportunities for expansion. Marwa’s approach combines deep operational insight with innovative strategies, empowering teams to execute on a clear vision while tackling complex market dynamics, particularly in the fast-evolving fintech space. 📩 Stay Informed – Join Our Newsletter!Stay ahead of industry trends and get exclusive updates straight to your inbox: Sign Up Now https://intention.ly/💬 Let’s Talk!Have questions or ready to start your next marketing campaign? Contact us: https://intention.ly/contact-us/

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