Bonnie Hammer on Becoming the Queen of Cable, Dreams that Keep you Stuck, and Why It’s Never a Permanent “No”
About this episode
Bonnie Hammer discusses her journey in the media industry and insights on women's challenges in the workplace.
Legendary media executive Bonnie Hammer sits down with host Diana Maria Riva to talk about how she went from pooper-scooping after a Hollywood stunt dog to becoming Vice Chairman of NBCUniversal and the “Queen of Cable”. As Diana dives into Bonnie's best seller 15 Lies Women Are Told at Work: And the Truths We Need to Succeed , they discuss how chasing a childhood dream can keep you stuck and why the career ladder is more of a spider web. Bonnie shares her perspective on “ageism” in the work place, how the “tougher and nastier” mindset can backfire for women, knowing your professional self worth, and has a frank discussion with Diana on not holding back with exploring greater opportunities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Host: Diana Maria Riva
Guest: Bonnie Hammer
Topics covered
- media industry
- career development
- ageism
- women in the workplace
- professional self-worth
Keywords
- Bonnie Hammer
- Diana Maria Riva
- NBCUniversal
- ageism
- career ladder
- women's empowerment
- professional growth
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: NBCUniversal
Books & works: 15 Lies Women Are Told at Work: And the Truths We Need to Succeed
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