The current statistics on women’s leadership roles worldwide are disappointing, but the outlook is positive, says Professor Professor Ginka Toegel of IMD, the Lausanne-based business school.
Thirty years ago, Iceland's Vigdis Finnbogadottir became the world's first female elected head of state. She was a popular leader, as can be seen from the fact that she was re-elected three times before retiring in 1996. Indeed, her election could have been a turning point for women in all professions - a sign that their leadership abilities are both as effective, and as well-regarded, as their male counterparts.
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