Let’s Talk Impact Podcast: Gloria Feldt, Former President of Planned Parenthood, Shares Insights on Women in Power
Discover how to break through barriers and become a powerful leader with Gloria Fedlt's expert advice. Learn about her journey, the importance of mindset shifts, and practical strategies for women seeking leadership roles.
Introduction
In this insightful blog post, we delve into the inspiring journey of Gloria Fedlt, a renowned advocate for women's rights and co-founder of Take the Lead. Through her extensive experience and groundbreaking work, Gloria offers invaluable guidance on how women can overcome obstacles, embrace their potential, and ascend to leadership positions.
About Gloria Feldt
Gloria Feldt is a nationally acclaimed expert on women, power, and leadership with expertise that comes from frontline leadership experience, a bestselling author, and in-demand keynote speaker. Selected for Forbes 50 over 50, she is cofounder and president of Take The Lead, whose mission reflects her life’s passion: to prepare, develop, inspire, and propel women of all diversities to take their fair and equal share of leadership positions across all sectors by 2025 by providing breakthrough training, mentoring and coaching role modeling, and thought leadership. She is the bestselling author of five books. Her latest, Intentioning: Sex, Power, Pandemics and How Women Will Take The Lead, shows how we can seize the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of massive disruption to build back stronger with women at the center of the recovery. Through the lens of women’s stories, it delivers a fresh set of leadership tools, skills, and concepts that help all women reach their own highest intentions, purposefully creating new norms, while guiding institutions to break through the remaining barriers to gender and racial parity for everyone’s good.
She is formerly president and CEO of the world’s largest reproductive health and advocacy organization, Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Recognized as a Forbes 50 over 50 honoree in 2022, she was previously named by Vanity Fair one of “America’s Top 200 Women Leaders, Legends, and Trailblazers,” Glamour’s “Woman of the Year,” She Knows Media Most Inspiring Woman, Women’s eNews 21 Leaders for the 21st Century, Women Economic Forum Circle of Light award, Texas Monthly’s Texas 20, Martin Luther King Living the Dream Award, Diversity Leadership Alliance Diversity Leader Award, and Forbes 40 Over 40.
Feldt has been widely quoted and published, including by the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, The Daily Beast, Forbes, Fast Company, Time, Newsweek, Huffington Post, Glamour, Elle and Ms. She has appeared (among others) on CNN, MSNBC, the Today Show, Good Morning America, The Daily Show, Cheddar, and an infinite number of podcasts as both guest and host.
Gloria is an awesome chili maker. She and her late husband Alex Barbanell share a combined family of six children and 16, grandchildren. She lives in New York City and Scottsdale, Arizona. She spends too much time on social media and invites you to connect with her there @GloriaFeldt.
Key Takeaways from the Podcast
The Power of Mindset: Gloria emphasizes the transformative impact of shifting mindsets. By challenging limiting beliefs and embracing a growth-oriented perspective, women can unlock their full potential and break free from self-imposed barriers.
Authenticity is Key: Being true to oneself is essential for leadership success. Gloria underscores the importance of authenticity and encourages women to embrace their unique qualities and perspectives.
The Power of Storytelling: Sharing personal narratives can be a powerful tool for connecting with others and inspiring change. Gloria highlights the significance of storytelling in leadership and advocacy.
Building a Strong Network: Cultivating meaningful relationships is crucial for career advancement and personal growth. Gloria emphasizes the importance of building a supportive network and leveraging connections to achieve goals.
Embracing Controversy: Rather than shying away from controversy, Gloria advocates for using it as a catalyst for positive change. By engaging in thoughtful discussions and addressing difficult issues, women can drive progress and influence important decisions.
Practical Strategies for Aspiring Leaders
Define Your Terms: Take control of your narrative and define your own success criteria. Don't let societal expectations dictate your path.
Know Yourself: Develop a deep understanding of your strengths, values, and aspirations. This self-awareness will guide your career choices and leadership style.
Embrace Your Unique Perspective: Your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable assets. Don't be afraid to share your voice and contribute to meaningful conversations.
Build a Supportive Network: Surround yourself with people who believe in you and support your goals. Seek mentors, join professional organizations, and attend networking events.
Tell Your Story: Share your experiences and insights to inspire others and create a lasting impact. Your story can be a powerful tool for advocacy and change.
What is the “Let’s Talk Impact” podcast about?
Welcome to Let's Talk Impact, a podcast series hosted by Justyna Kedra and co-produced by The New School's Impact Entrepreneurship Initiative x WERULE. We bring together a diverse range of changemakers—government officials, entrepreneurs, activists, and local leaders—to explore the ever-evolving meaning of impactful work in today's world.
Beyond profit margins and ROI, our conversations delve into the motivations and journeys of those who are actively shaping a better future. Our podcast (according to Spotify Wrapped) was in the top 5% of most shared podcasts globally in 2023. Click here to learn about our amazing guests.
Conclusion
Gloria Fedlt's insights provide a roadmap for women aspiring to leadership roles. By embracing a growth mindset,cultivating authenticity, building strong relationships, and effectively navigating challenges, women can break through barriers and create a positive impact on the world. Click here to listen to the full podcast.
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