Susan T. Spencer's Briefcase Essentials for Women in Business
Episode Description
As the first and only woman general manager of an NFL team, Susan Tose Spencer has long been accustomed to playing in the big leagues with men. In the 1980s, she was vice president, legal counsel and acting general manager of the Philadelphia Eagles football team, which was owned by her father, Leonard Tose. But her role with the Eagles wasn't her first -- or her last -- foray into male-dominated business territory. From starting a clothing manufacturing business to running food distribution and processing businesses, Tose has managed companies with combined annual revenues that ranged from $20 million to $50 million. In her new book, Briefcase Essentials: Discover Your 12 Natural Talents for Achieving Success in a Male-Dominated Workplace, she offers advice for women trying to succeed in male-dominated industries. đź“‚ Leadership
Brief Summary
Susan discusses her entrepreneurial journey, challenges in the NFL, and the importance of self-promotion for women in business.
Key points
- Susan's Journey to Entrepreneurship. Susan shares how frustration with tennis dresses led her to start her first business.
- Lessons from Business Partnerships. Susan reflects on the importance of understanding partners in business.
- Challenging Gender Stereotypes. Susan discusses the ongoing stereotypes women face in business.
- Empowering Women in the Workplace. Susan encourages women to advocate for themselves and their accomplishments.
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Episode highlights
- Susan's Journey to EntrepreneurshipSusan shares how frustration with tennis dresses led her to start her first business.“I said well maybe I could sell these.”0:55May 10, 2011
- Lessons from Business PartnershipsSusan reflects on the importance of understanding partners in business.“Never take a partner because you really don’t know what a partner is until you live with them.”2:53May 10, 2011
- Challenging Gender StereotypesSusan discusses the ongoing stereotypes women face in business.“Women can do more than one thing at once but it doesn’t have to be feeding a baby and making dinner.”14:25May 10, 2011
- Empowering Women in the WorkplaceSusan encourages women to advocate for themselves and their accomplishments.“Stand up let people know you’re around don’t be afraid.”16:24May 10, 2011
