199: We for She: Addressing the Global Opportunity of Advancing Women with Eleni Giakoumopoulos

Ever feel like you're cheering everyone else on but struggling to advocate for yourself? You're not alone — and it might just be the biggest barrier to women stepping into leadership. 💭 Andrea teams up with Eleni Giakoumopoulos from the Global Women's Leadership Network to unpack what's really holding women back at work — and hint: it's not what you think… From heartfelt stories to global stats, Eleni shares how confidence, culture, and courage all play a role in closing the gender gap. Whether you're building your own path or lifting others up, this episode is your empowering pep talk 💖🎙️ Listen in and let's rise — together 💕🌟 Additional Resources: Connect with Eleni on LinkedIn Learn more about the Global Women's Leadership Network Learn more about the World Council of Credit Unions Learn more about the Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions Connect with Andrea Butcher on LinkedIn Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: The #1 barrier for women in leadership is lack of self-confidence and reluctance to self-advocate. Cultural and societal norms significantly shape women's access to leadership globally. Organizations can advance gender parity by investing in women and creating strategic support systems. Male allies are vital to the "We for She" movement — gender equity is a collective responsibility.