In this episode of the McKinsey podcast, the hosts reflect on the 10th anniversary of their Women in the Workplace report, highlighting a troubling slowdown in the advancement of gender equality in corporate leadership. Although there have been some improvements in the C-suite, these gains are often fragile and primarily come from external hires rather than internal promotions. The report points out ongoing challenges at entry and managerial levels, especially for women of color, which are rooted in biased evaluation processes and unequal daily experiences. The speakers stress the importance of companies recommitting to meaningful change, advocating for data-driven strategies and allyship to foster a more equitable workplace. They call for both gradual and transformative changes to speed up the journey toward gender equality.
