Pat Mitchell: Dangerous times call for dangerous women

The speaker discusses the concept of being a 'dangerous woman', emphasizing fearlessness and challenging cultural norms. She highlights the power of older women, shares her personal journey and activism, and addresses the challenges women face in leadership. The talk calls for changing the nature of power, advocating for women, and supporting each other, concluding with a call to action.

What does the speaker mean by being 'dangerous'?

• Being silent and passive

• Being feared by others

• Being fearless and speaking the truth

• Being reckless and careless

What societal construct does the speaker challenge?

• Encouraging women to be silent

• Encouraging women to be submissive

• Encouraging women to compete and criticize each other

• Encouraging women to be independent

Who was the speaker's first mentor?

• Her college professor

• Miss Shirley Roundtree, her 8th grade English teacher

• A famous activist

• Her mother

What compromise do many women make in their jobs according to the speaker?

• Avoiding leadership roles

• Not pursuing promotions

• Accepting lower pay for equal work

• Working fewer hours

What did the speaker do when advised to change her appearance in the media industry?

• She followed all advice given

• She ignored all advice

• She lowered her voice but did not change her neckline

• She became a blonde and lowered her voice

What is the speaker's view on women and power?

• Women should focus on traditional roles

• Women should not seek power

• Women already have power and need opportunities to use it

• Women are waiting to be empowered

What does the speaker suggest about the nature of power?

• Power is inherently negative

• Power should be avoided

• Women should change the nature of power

• Power should change women

What does the speaker believe about the scarcity theory?

• It is a valid theory

• It should be discarded

• It is necessary for competition

• It helps women succeed

How does the speaker suggest women use media and technology?

• To spread misinformation

• To isolate themselves

• To compete with each other

• To elevate each other's stories and ideas

What is the speaker's final message about her life's journey?

• She is retiring from activism

• She regrets her past decisions

• She is holding her torch higher than ever

• She is ready to pass her torch