Women in the Workplace Trends, Part One: History & Key Findings

Have you ever wondered if your experiences in the workplace are unique to you, or part of a broader trend? For over a decade, McKinsey’s Women in the Workplace report has been the definitive source on the state of women in corporate America. Now, the 2025 findings are shifting the conversation entirely. In this first episode of a special two-part series, co-hosts Stephanie Hendrickson, chief people officer, and Madhu Narasimhan, chief information officer, are joined by Partners at McKinsey Megan McConnell and Stephanie Sherline to break down the history and key insights of this year’s report. From the emerging "ambition gap" and the reality of sponsorship to the impact of flexibility and burnout, we explore the data that defines our current landscape. What do you want to hear about in a future DaVita POW! episode? To share your thoughts and feedback about our podcast, click here or send a note to [email protected]. This podcast is for everyone. Our hope is that there is something in here that inspires all leaders to champion purpose, connection & belonging, in particular with the women leaders that you work alongside.