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What Qualities are Important when Hiring a Leader?

Atti Riazi (CIO, United Nations, Ogilvy & Mather)


Riazi talks about what qualities she looks for when hiring a manager. According to Riazi, passion and compassion are the most important attributes to have as a manager or leader. Riazi states that it is important to have knowledge and skills such as the what and how of what you are doing but it is the why that is the most important aspect of work. Individuals who are not afraid of change and can lead through transformation and understand the why surrounding the work will be the best leaders according to Riazi.

Atti Riazi

CIO, United Nations Atefeh (Atti) Riazi is CIO of the United Nations and previously served in both the public and private sectors, managing large organizations as well as large-scale technology and transformational projects and initiatives. Atti is a senior executive and a philanthropist, she has published numerous articles and studies. Riazi speaks frequently on issues involving technology, organizations and work. She has also served on the Boards of financial and marketing organizations.

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Atti Riazi

CIO, United Nations

Atefeh (Atti) Riazi is CIO of the United Nations and previously served in both the public and private sectors, managing large organizations as well as large-scale technology and transformational projects and initiatives. Atti is a senior executive and a philanthropist, she has published numerous articles and studies. Riazi speaks frequently on issues involving technology, organizations and work. She has also served on the Boards of financial and marketing organizations.

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