The Power of Being in the Room 

In today’s remote-first workplace, young women risk missing out on something invaluable: the informal, face-to-face connections that foster mentorship, learning, and growth. Drawing from 30 years of experience, I reflect on how the unscripted moments of simply being in the room with exceptional women shaped my leadership journey—and why it’s crucial to bridge this gap for the next generation. From hallway conversations to real-time observations of leadership, these interactions matter now more than ever.