“In Pushback, top leadership consultant Selena Rezvani (she/her) argues that self-advocacy is critical to success. Yet women initiate negotiations four times less often than men, resulting in getting less of what they want—promotion opportunities, plum assignments, and higher pay.”

In the second episode of the Gems and Nuggets Podcast in 2021, our Lead Activator MaryAnne Mwaura speaks to Racey Muchilwa who leads 46 countries in the SSA region at Novartis

Racey takes us through her leadership journey, "Softness is the biggest strength you can put on the table when you are leading people," says Racey. She also encourages women leaders to exercise and strengthen the muscle of learning to push back whenever disrespect is served.

Do you push back, ask and stand up for what you want? #PressPlay