More Women in Consulting: podcast series
This series builds on the work of the More Women in Consulting initiative. Each episode delves into themes such as leadership, networking, parental leave, and equal pay. Through honest conversations with professionals from across the industry, we explore what’s working, what’s not, and what it really takes to create lasting change.
Podcast series:
Episode: Leadership
In this episode, we explore what it takes to break the glass ceiling and bring more women into leadership roles in management consulting. We discuss the structures and career norms that shape who makes it to the top and how we might rethink the traditional leadership ladder to support more diverse progression. In an industry where client relationships and high-performing teams are central to success, leadership plays a crucial role.
Episode: Non-promotable work
In this episode, we take a closer look at the gender pay gap in management consulting. Economist and author Lise Vesterlund shares insights from her research on how non-promotable work affects career progression, especially for women and underrepresented groups. We also discuss what leaders can do to make non-promotable work more visible and fairly shared, and how individuals can navigate these dynamics in their own careers.
Episode: Equal pay
Compensation in consulting often varies by role: client engagement and sales roles generally earn more than people leadership and project management positions, despite leadership being essential for client satisfaction, team cohesion, and talent retention. This episode opens an honest conversation about equity in a dynamic industry like management consulting.
Episode: Parental Leave
Returning to work after parental leave can be a challenge, especially in demanding industries like consulting. In this episode, we explore how firms can better support employees during this transition, from flexibility and culture to peer support and leadership. With guests who’ve returned and one who chose to leave, we discuss what actually helps parents thrive, and how companies can turn good intentions into real, lasting impact.
Episode: Internal women’s networks
Internal women’s networks play a vital role in fostering connections among female colleagues, but they can also risk implying that the responsibility for addressing gender disparities lies solely with women themselves. Join in on the conversation as we discuss how these networks can be effectively structured and function within the workplace.
Episode: External networks
The role and effectiveness of women’s networks in promoting gender diversity has long been a topic of debate, partly because these networks take many different forms, each with its own purpose and approach. In this episode we’ll discuss how professional external networks can support women’s development and careers, and how to make sure your network becomes more than just a LinkedIn connection.