Empowering Women in Educational Leadership: A Conversation with Dr. Stephanie Duguid and Gloria Feldt

I had the opportunity to join Dr. Stephanie Duguid, owner of Do Good Leadership, on her podcast “Empowering Women in Educational Leadership” in a compelling discussion on women in leadership. We delved into the critical disparities between men and women in leadership roles with a mission dedicated to propelling women into their rightful leadership positions across all sectors by 2025. Despite women being the most educated demographic and comprising a significant portion of the workforce, they remain underrepresented in leadership positions. We shed light on this issue, citing research highlighting the profitability and success of companies and governments with more women in leadership roles. We addressed the challenges of implicit bias and the need to transform women's perceptions of power. 

Rather than viewing power as oppressive, I advocate for harnessing one's powerful voice to thrive in leadership roles. We got to talk about some of the nine essential leadership power tools designed to advance women's careers. These tools serve as practical resources for navigating the complexities of leadership in today's world.  We underscored the importance of nurturing relationships through authentic communication and maintaining a human touch in leadership endeavors. Fostering genuine connections is integral to effective leadership and organizational success. As Stephanie is an educator, we had a great conversation about the necessity of continuous growth and development in the modern world's ever-evolving landscape. Encouraging listeners to embrace change and adaptability, we instill a sense of power and resilience in pursuing leadership aspirations. Tune in to gain invaluable insights on navigating leadership disparities, cultivating authentic relationships, and embracing personal and professional growth in the pursuit of women's power in leadership.

Thank you.

GLORIA FELDT is the Cofounder and President of Take The Lead, a motivational speaker, a global expert in women’s leadership development and DEI for individuals and companies that want to build gender balance. She is a bestselling author of five books, most recently Intentioning: Sex, Power, Pandemics, and How Women Will Take The Lead for (Everyone’s) Good. Honored as Forbes 50 Over 50, and Former President of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, she is a frequent media commentator. Learn more at www.gloriafeldt.com and www.taketheleadwomen.com. Find her @GloriaFeldt on all social media.