Buy Now The Broken Rung: When the Career Ladder Breaks for Women--and How They Can Succeed in Spite of It

In this enlightening episode of "Negotiate Anything," host Kwame Christian is joined by Kweilin Ellingrud and Simon Perez to discuss strategies for career advancement, overcoming workplace biases, and the importance of financial and physical health. Kweilin, a senior partner at McKinsey & Co, shares insights from her book "The Broken Rung," focusing on how women can proactively navigate their careers and increase their lifetime earnings. The conversation delves into topics such as the concept of experience capital, the significance of making bold career moves, and the evolving role of negotiation and soft skills in today's workforce. This episode provides listeners with a holistic approach to success, combining career strategy with a focus on health and well-being.

Topics Covered:

The concept of experience capital and its impact on career growth and earnings.
Strategies for overcoming workplace biases and advocating for oneself.
The importance of choosing the right company and the role of negotiation and soft skills.

Connect With Kweilin Ellingrud

Follow Kweilin Ellingrud on LinkedIn

Contact ANI

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company

Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn

The Ultimate Negotiation Guide

Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race!

Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!

SOTS 2nd Hour: President Trump's United Nations Address 9/23/25

Squawk on the Street

Outro

The AI-powered Podcast Player