Gender Bias, Ego and Success: Why Men Appear More Confident in the Boardroom

Business Without Bullsh-t

EP 400 - Is confidence the real reason men succeed more in business - or are women holding themselves back?

Entrepreneur and Dragons’ Den success story Rachel Watkyn OBE joins us to share her unfiltered take on gender, ego, and the hidden dynamics behind success.

From male “peacocking” and the confidence gap to the barriers facing female founders, she challenges what we think we know about business, identity, and leadership.

Rachel opens up about her personal journey through childhood trauma, serious illness, and tackles big cultural questions - from the rise of modern gender ideology to the impact of dating apps, hookup culture, and why loneliness is becoming a silent epidemic among Gen Z.

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Spotify Video Chapters:

00:00 BWB with Rachel Watkyn OBE

01:34 Meet Rachel: A Journey of Resilience

02:43 Quickfire - Get to Know Rachel

05:16 Rachel's New Venture: Tackling Loneliness

00:00 The Reality of Loneliness in Modern Society

12:44 Personal Stories and Overcoming Adversity

17:06 Gender Bias in Venture Capital Funding

29:18 Changing Gender Roles and Societal Norms

31:42 A Family's Complex History

32:16 Unraveling Relationships and Secrets

33:33 Impact of Social Shame

34:37 Cultural Differences in Expression

35:29 A Troubling Incident

36:29 Childhood Challenges and Resilience

37:03 Managing Stress and Wellbeing

39:18 The Importance of Conversations

43:18 Navigating Modern Challenges

46:36 Business Insights and Advice

49:40 Business OR Bullshit Quiz!

58:49 Wrap Up

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