Quotes by Women in Leadership
As of 2021, women hold 8.2% of leadership positions at Fortune 500 companies. There are a total of 41 women running businesses on the Fortune 500 list, an all-time high. The statistics are shocking to say the least.
Yet, Research has shown that firms with more women in senior positions are more profitable, more socially responsible, and provide safer, higher-quality customer experiences — among many other benefits.
Whether you’re leading a new project, working on pitching a solution to your business leaders, or leading your team – we hope these quotes about leadership from renowned women leaders will inspire you in your next endeavour.
“You can and should set your own limits and clearly articulate them. This takes courage, but it is also liberating and empowering, and often earns you new respect.” ~ Rosalind Brewer (CEO of Walgreens Boots Alliance)
“Don’t be afraid to take risks. There will always be highs and lows in a career, but as long as you’re able to learn from every experience, and you have confidence in your ability, you will be successful.” ~ Thasunda Brown Duckett (President and CEO of TIAA)
“If you are committed to creating value and if you aren’t afraid of hard times; obstacles become utterly unimportant. A nuisance perhaps; but with no real power. The world respects creation; people will get out of your way.”
“If you’re not making some notable mistakes along the way, you’re certainly not taking enough business and career chances.”
“Success isn’t about how much money you make; it’s about the difference you make in people’s lives.”
- Michelle Obama (Former First Lady of the United States)
“Don’t be intimidated by what you don’t know. That can be your greatest strength and ensure that you do things differently from everyone else."
- Sara Blakely (Founder & CEO, Spanx)