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Jul 2024
53m 47s

Brutal Truths About Being a Woman in Bus...

Leila Hormozi
About this episode

“Hate is the price of success.” Today, Leila (@LeilaHormozi) tackles misconceptions about gender-based disadvantages and emphasizes the importance of self-responsibility, skill development, and resilience. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, she encourages women to leverage their inherent advantages, manage emotions effectively, and integrate family and business life harmoniously.

Welcome to Build where we talk about the lessons I have learned in scaling big businesses, gaining millions in sales, and helping our portfolio companies do the same. Buckle up, because we’re creating an unshakeable business.

Timestamps:

(1:19) - Challenges and misconceptions in the workplace

(4:55) - 1st: People disrespect you not for your gender

(10:34) - 2nd: Your values can and will always conflict

(17:13) - 3rd: Being treated differently ≠ being treated unfairly

(20:52) - 4th: People will still discredit you no matter what

(27:20) - 5th: Lots of men will hate you for winning

(31:57) - 6th: Learning how to say no

(38:23) - 7th: Being underestimated is not a disadvantage

(43:22) - 8th: Letting your emotions become an excuse for your behavior

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