907: The Hidden Price of Being a Woman in Business (And Why You’re Not Imagining It)

Jenna Kutcher interviews Anna Gifty, a Harvard-trained economist and author of "The Double Tax," about the compounded costs of racism and sexism that women, especially women of color, face in society and business. Anna explains how these "double taxes" manifest in areas like access to capital, funding, and wealth building, highlighting the disparities in venture capital investments and the historical context of wealth inequality. She emphasizes the impact of caregiving responsibilities on women's earning potential and suggests strategies for setting realistic boundaries and advocating for policies like paid family leave and child tax credits. Both discuss the importance of community, transparency, and collective action in overcoming these systemic challenges, urging listeners to support women-owned businesses and challenge discriminatory practices. Anna stresses that success is rarely achieved alone and acknowledges the community support behind her accomplishments.