Too Likeable to Lead? The Double Bind Holding Women Back — with Robin Hauser's TED Talk

Be competent and you're cold. Be warm and you're not taken seriously. Sound familiar? SJ and Pegsy dig into Robin Hauser's acclaimed TED talk on the likeability dilemma — and why women in leadership are still navigating a double standard that men simply don't face. From subtle everyday sexism to the biases women hold about other women, this is a candid, thought-provoking conversation about what authentic leadership really looks like — and why conforming to outdated moulds is no longer an option. In this episode: The likeability trap and why it disproportionately affects women Modern sexism — subtle, persistent, and often unintentional How curiosity and self-awareness can shift the dynamic Personal experiences from SJ and Pegsy on navigating gender bias at work Subscribe and join the conversation. 🎧 ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeelsintheHierarchy Links mentioned in this episode: Robin Hauser's TED Talk — The Likeability Dilemma Robin Hauser | Keynote Speaker & Filmmaker About Robin Hauser: Robin Hauser is an unconscious bias and DEI keynote speaker, TED speaker, and award-winning documentary filmmaker at Finish Line Features. Her work explores equality, the gender gap in tech, financial literacy, and implicit bias. A diplomat for the American Film Showcase, she has presented at The White House, NASA, SXSW, Google, Amazon, and US Embassies worldwide. #HeelsInTheHierarchy #LikeabilityDilemma #WomenInLeadership #GenderBias #AuthenticLeadership #UnconsciousBias #RobinHauser #WomenAtWork #PodcastForWomen #BreakingBarriers