WNBA Drafted a Business Pioneer and Advocate for Women Leaders

Cathy Engelbert has shattered a few glass ceilings in her career – first woman CEO of Deloitte and first WNBA commissioner – while still battling the gender imbalance in leadership roles. She shares her journey with Gene Marks on Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, starting with her formative years, her decision to be a working mother while striking work/life balance, the mentorship she received. She also talks about confidence gaps, programs to foster the advancement of women, and the advice and guidance she gives her own daughter.

Topics Include:
00:00:00: Episode Preview

00:01:22: Introducing Cathy Engelbert

00:03:15: Inequality in the Mid-80s Working Environment

00:04:28: Role as a Representative for Women in Business

00:07:05: Challenge of Retaining Women in the Workforce

00:10:01: Value of Role Models and Mentors

00:12:32: Being an Unexpected CEO

00:15:00: Strengths Women Bring to the Workplace

00:16:24: Reflecting on Women's Confidence Growth

00:18:26: Challenges in Encouraging Women to Leadership Roles

00:24:22: Balancing Work, Family and Personal Passions as a Female Leader

00:27:24: Pivoting from Deloitte to Lead the WNBA

00:29:13: Advice for the Young Generation on Navigating Careers

00:33:21: Wrap-up and Thank You

 

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