TED Talks Daily 6 essential lessons for women leaders | Julia Gillard and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Jan 11, 2021
Join Julia Gillard, the former Prime Minister of Australia, and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, former Finance Minister of Nigeria, as they delve into their impactful journeys as women leaders. They share six essential lessons on resilience, mentorship, and financial independence. Their conversation highlights the persistent challenges of sexism in political spaces and the crucial role of role models. With empowering stories and collective support, they inspire future female leaders to navigate and thrive in their careers.
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Gillard's Experience with Sexism
- Julia Gillard assumed sexism against her would decrease over time as prime minister.
- However, it intensified, proving her initial assumption wrong.
Balancing Role Modeling
- Highlight the joys of leadership to inspire aspiring women leaders.
- Acknowledge challenges without portraying leadership as solely negative or overly rosy.
Okonjo-Iweala's Signature Style
- Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala adopted a signature style to deflect attention from her appearance.
- This helped focus discussions on her work rather than her clothing choices.