Are we ready to change gender expectations in leadership? Lens on Singapore

Is it time to redefine gender roles and leadership? Social expectations, workplace culture, and lifestyles have transformed dramatically in recent years. From boardrooms to parliament, we can see that change is happening. But is it happening fast enough? For Lens on Singapore, host Claressa Monteiro sits down with trailblazers Gregory Vijayendran, Wong Su-Yen and Yeo Wan Ling.  Together, they explore the sea change in mindsets towards leadership roles in Singapore, the importance of board diversity, and the cultural shifts necessary for true equality. Highlights of the conversation:  01:33 Working for a lady boss 03:24 Female leadership in Singapore 06:53 Changing lifestyles and culture 14:17 Do women gate keep from other women? 16:32 Building more diverse boards --- Now, we want to hear from you! Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected]. We’ll look into it for future episodes. --- Hosted by Claressa Monteiro, edited and produced by Claressa Monteiro, Emily Liu and Chai Pei Chieh. With Wong Su-yen, board chairperson, James Cook University in Singapore; Gregory Vijayendran, partner, Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP; and Yeo Wan Ling, NTUC assistant secretary-general and director of U Women and Family and U SME. A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow Lens On and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btlenson Amazon: bt.sg/lensam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/lensap Spotify: bt.sg/lenssp YouTube Music: bt.sg/lensyt Website: bt.sg/lenson Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Correspondents at: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.