C-Level Conversations
C- Level Conversations is a podcast where Amrutha Murali interviews leaders in business and management across all sectors. These are real life conversations with leaders working to overcome professional challenges. Inspiring conversations to learn from, for resilient and curious; corporate executives, human resources, business owners, Millennial generation leaders and ambitious people aspiring to lead. Amrutha Murali is the founder and Managing Director of Executive Search and Recruitment Consultancy firm JobFitts Consultants in Sydney Australia. She has 25 years of experience in Human Resources and Recruitment consulting.
C-Level Conversations
The Double Bind Dilemma for Women in Leadership
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Amrutha Murali
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Season 1
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Episode 8
The Double Bind Dilemma for Women in Leadership, with Sandy Chakravarty, Chair of Audi and Risk Committees, CFO, COO.
In this powerful episode, With Sandy Chakravarty, Chair of Audi and Risk Committees, CFO, COO. , a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience, joins Amrutha to discuss the "double bind dilemma" that women leaders face in the workplace. Sandy shares her personal journey, leadership insights, and strategies for overcoming societal biases.
Key Takeaways:
- The Double Bind Dilemma: Women leaders are often seen as either too hard or too soft, creating a challenging balance.
- Navigating Higher Standards: Women are frequently held to stricter performance benchmarks for fewer rewards.
- Personal Growth through Adversity: Sandy reflects on how her early life experiences shaped her leadership journey.
- Embracing Adaptive Leadership: Women can succeed by blending authoritative and empathetic approaches to meet diverse workplace demands.
- The Power of Mentorship: Building supportive relationships and mentorship is essential for navigating leadership challenges.
Sandy’s insights underscore the need to redefine leadership standards, challenge unconscious biases, and foster inclusive environments where women leaders can thrive.
🎙️ Tune in now to gain valuable strategies for breaking barriers and advancing in leadership!