8 episodes
Working Girl Rachel Mpala
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Join us on Working Girl, as we dive deep into the complexities of gender bias in the workplace. Each week, we'll bring you candid conversations with real women sharing their experiences and strategic insights from experts who have been in the trenches.
Whether you’re a fierce feminist already clued into how gender inequality can shove a wrench in your career, or you’re only just starting to spot how those sneaky gender inequality hurdles have been tripping you up, this show offers the validation, support, and tactics you need to help you reclaim your career.
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Standing Up for Yourself in Tech
Send us a Text Message.When the glass ceiling feels more like a concrete barricade, it takes a trailblazer to show us the cracks where the light gets in. Our latest guest, a woman in cybersecurity, has navigated the labyrinth of tech, while championing the cause of women and women of color in the industry. Her journey reveals the resilience required to face gender bias, pay disparities, and the slow trudge towards diversity and inclusion in the corporate world.Our guest shares an incident whe...
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When Women's Work Isn't Valued
Send us a Text Message.Have you ever stood up in a meeting, only to feel your voice quiver under the weight of a room filled with skeptical stares? This episode of Working Girl puts the spotlight on the silent battles women face in their professional lives, featuring a conversation with a trailblazing guest who has navigated through the murky waters of gender bias across multiple industries. She doesn't just share her story; she arms us with a trove of insights on asserting expertise against ...
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Lessons from a Female Scientist
Send us a Text Message.Join me as I speak with a remarkable female scientist who has navigated both the scientific and government sectors. She opens up about early career challenges, confronting sexism, and advocating for equal pay. She also emphasizes allyship and diversity's critical role in fostering inclusive STEM environments.This episode shines a light on advancing gender equity in science, reminding us that while it may seem slow, progress is definitely underway. Whether you’re a woman...
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The Power of Communication at Work with Adrianna Muñoz
Send us a Text Message.In this week’s episode, I’m talking to our very first expert guest – Adrianna Muñoz, a communication coach and founder of Fearless Communicator. We talk about the importance of effective communication in the workplace, especially when it comes to addressing gender bias and fostering a positive work environment.Adrianna highlights the significance of setting boundaries, being assertive, and seeking support from female allies and mentors. On top of that, she shares ...
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The Ultimate Boys’ Club
Send us a Text Message.This week, I’m talking to a woman who previously worked in engineering. And when I say she worked in a boys’ club, I’m not kidding. I’m talking…1 woman on a team of 150 men! What starts out as a conversation about her personal experiences with feeling marginalized and uncomfortable in a male-dominated environment, turns into an amazing conversation about the state of workplace gender bias as well as allyship and holding people accountable. We also discuss the impor...
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Overcoming Toxic Work Environments
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I talk to a copywriter and people manager in the creative industry who shares her experiences as a woman working in a toxic work environment. You’ll probably relate to quite a few of her struggles, like feeling undervalued, grappling with toxic male bosses, and confronting unhealthy and unfair expectations.In this candid conversation, we explore the power of intuition, the value of seeking support, and the importance of documenting subtle biases to...