La Bonne Élève, or the "model student." Women know the part by heart. It’s when you stick to the rules. Wait to be called on. Do what's expected of you. Consider others before yourself. The role provides a safe and steady path towards praise, but the real world operates differently. Those who stand up (especially when they're not called on) to assert themselves and advocate for their interests, often have more influence, and ultimately, more freedom. But how do you shed the "model student" mindset when you've been taught all your life to play it safe? And what's really at stake for women who never break out of that mold?

Join me in an episode about the changing rules of the game for women at work (and beyond!), with my guest, the gender equality author and activist, Clara Moley.

About Clara Moley:

Born and raised in France, Clara embarked on a transformative journey when she spent five years working in Brazil's male-dominated commodities trading world. As the sole woman in her circle, Clara realized that her gender was an obstacle, as well as an opportunity to reshape the rules she's always lived by. This eye-opening experience led to the launch of 'Les Règles du Jeu,' a podcast series in 2019 that offers tangible tips to empower women in the workplace. In 2020, the podcast was translated into english and expanded into a memoire/self-development book by the same name. In 2022, Clara expanded her mission by launching 'Starter Pack,' a podcast series focused on financial literacy for women, furthering her commitment to helping women gain financial freedom and power.

In this episode, we dive into the following topics:

• How to pursue your convictions, even when the path ahead is uncertain.

• The power of self-awareness in confronting harsh realities.

• Why actions speak louder than words in dismantling gendered roles at home.

• Clara's upbringing and its profound impact on her activism and passion for gender equality.

• Recognizing and addressing internalized sexism in the workplace.

• Leveraging micro-empowerments as fail-safe tactics for progress at work.

• Breaking the taboo surrounding women and money.

• Why women are better at savers than investers?

• Why financial feminism is the next frontier in women's liberation.

Credits: Artwork Jessie Kanelos Weiner; Editing Matthew Jordan; Music © Fabrice Fortin

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