In this episode, we hear the story of a female CFO navigating cultural differences and office politics during a business trip to Saudi Arabia. An ambitious direct report suggested that she should not attend a meeting due to cultural norms and her gender. This brought to light the delicate balance of managing insubordinate direct reports while maintaining a strong presence in the C-suite, which added another layer of complexity to her role. Listen in to hear how she handled this pivotal moment.
