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041 51% Female: Why Having Women in Leadership Is The Best Business Strategy

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Dawn Andrews

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In this episode, we’re diving deep into the shocking reality of leadership disparity, uncovering how despite making up 51% of the population, women hold a measly fraction of leadership positions across the board.

But it’s not all doom and gloom—prepare to be inspired by female leaders who’ve shattered glass ceilings and transformed their organizations through inclusive, empathetic leadership.

From actionable steps to redefine pathways to leadership to a powerful call to action for immediate change, this episode is a rallying cry for gender parity in leadership.

In this episode,  you’ll learn:

  • Why including women in leadership roles isn’t just fair—it’s a proven strategy for boosting profitability and innovation.
  • Three compelling reasons to prioritize gender diversity in your business strategy for greater economic success and social impact.
  • How businesses with female leaders excel in governance and performance, providing a clear roadmap for your scaling strategy.
  • How we can challenge the status quo and work towards a future where leadership reflects real demographic diversity.

This episode at a glance:

[02:35] They may be men who are sympathetic or empathetic to helping women grow into leadership, but the bottom line is those decisions are still made by men.

[03:45] This country was built on capitalism, on making money. So why would you not move your corporate model to something that has been proven to be more profitable?

[05:45] Today’s barriers are less about slamming doors in your face, and more about subtly steering you away from them. And this is what keeps us complacent.

[09:35] The ripple effects of female leadership extend far beyond the boardroom or the halls of government. They reach into the heart of society.

[12:03] Make it okay for women to say no to pleasing people, to over commitment, and to having to be pretty, polished, and perfect all the time.

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More about the “My Good Woman” podcast

Welcome to My Good Woman, the podcast for bold female leaders.

I’m your host, Dawn Andrews, a proud female leader, happily married hockey mom, and the Founder and CEO of a Business Strategy Consultancy called Free Range Thinking.

Grab a seat at the table with me each week for candid conversations with culture-shifting, glass ceiling-busting, trailblazing women leading impactful enterprises.

We discuss what makes them tick, what helped them pave their path, and how they get it all done. Week after week, we bring listeners into intimate and potential world-shifting conversations so we can make this twirly, blue rock better for us all.

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