Summary
Entrepreneur Emma Grede spoke about her views on work/life balance and challenges women face in business. She defended her earlier comments that hard work, including nights and weekends, is needed for success. Grede is involved in successful fashion ventures like Good American and Skims.
Key Facts
- Emma Grede discussed work/life balance and women's expectations in business during an interview.
- A video of her earlier comments about working extra hours for success went viral.
- Grede believes men do not face as much backlash for similar views on hard work.
- She stated that women can be both empathetic leaders and focused on their careers.
- Grede cofounded Good American and is a founding partner of Skims.
- Skims recently raised $225 million in funding, valuing it at $5 billion.
- The funding will help open more physical Skims stores, with about one new store opening each month.
