"Grede said that "a lot of people" disliked her comments, but that a male entrepreneur like Mark Cuban wouldn't go viral for talking about the sacrifices necessary for success."
""So there is an element of behavior and expectation that is affixed to women, whether we like it or not," Grede said. "And when you behave counter to that, somehow you're a monstrous human being.""
"Grede added that "isn't the truth, and that two things can be true at once. You can at once be sympathetic, empathetic fantastic leader, and be absolutely laser-focused on building something great and succeed at that.""
Many people disliked Grede's comments, while male entrepreneurs like Mark Cuban often avoid similar viral backlash when discussing sacrifices for success. There is an element of behavior and expectation affixed to women that penalizes actions perceived as counter to gender norms, sometimes casting them as monstrous. Two truths can coexist: a leader can be sympathetic and empathetic while also being laser-focused on building something great. Grede cofounded inclusive fashion line Good American and is a founding partner of Skims with the Kardashians. Skims raised $225 million, valuing the brand at $5 billion, and is expanding physical stores at roughly one per month.
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