Business Without Bullsh-t Gender Bias, Ego and Success: Why Men Appear More Confident in the Boardroom
EP 400 - Is confidence the real reason men succeed more in business - or are women holding themselves back?
Entrepreneur and Dragons’ Den success story Rachel Watkyn OBE joins us to share her unfiltered take on gender, ego, and the hidden dynamics behind success.
From male “peacocking” and the confidence gap to the barriers facing female founders, she challenges what we think we know about business, identity, and leadership.
Rachel opens up about her personal journey through childhood trauma, serious illness, and tackles big cultural questions - from the rise of modern gender ideology to the impact of dating apps, hookup culture, and why loneliness is becoming a silent epidemic among Gen Z.
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Spotify Video Chapters:
00:00 BWB with Rachel Watkyn OBE
01:34 Meet Rachel: A Journey of Resilience
02:43 Quickfire - Get to Know Rachel
05:16 Rachel's New Venture: Tackling Loneliness
00:00 The Reality of Loneliness in Modern Society
12:44 Personal Stories and Overcoming Adversity
17:06 Gender Bias in Venture Capital Funding
29:18 Changing Gender Roles and Societal Norms
31:42 A Family's Complex History
32:16 Unraveling Relationships and Secrets
33:33 Impact of Social Shame
34:37 Cultural Differences in Expression
35:29 A Troubling Incident
36:29 Childhood Challenges and Resilience
37:03 Managing Stress and Wellbeing
39:18 The Importance of Conversations
43:18 Navigating Modern Challenges
46:36 Business Insights and Advice
49:40 Business OR Bullshit Quiz!
58:49 Wrap Up
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