What Stops Women Leaders from Stepping into the Spotlight with Anjli Raval

In this episode of Leave Your Mark podcast, I engage in a compelling conversation with Anjli Raval, the management editor at the Financial Times. We discuss Anjli's article 'Women shouldn't face a penalty for promoting themselves', her experiences interviewing female CEOs, and the challenges women face in self-promotion. Our discussion highlights the importance of personal branding, cultural differences in perceptions of success, and actionable advice for professionals to effectively amplify their voices. Anjli also shares her journalistic approach and how thoughtful engagement can lead to greater professional opportunities.

00:00 Introduction to Leave Your Mark

00:26 Meet Anjli Raval: Management Editor at Financial Times

01:36 The LinkedIn Post That Sparked a Conversation

02:07 Challenges Faced by Female CEOs

03:09 The Importance of Personal Branding

12:52 Cultural Differences in Personal Branding

21:33 Advice for CEOs and Professionals

24:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts