How Penny Pritzker Broke Into the Family Business

The transcript recounts a story of a young girl who questioned why she couldn't be part of the business world dominated by men. On her grandfather's 80th birthday, she gifted him a letter asking to learn about business. Her grandfather, surprised by her interest, offered to teach her accounting, believing it to be the foundation of all business. This story highlights the importance of mentorship and breaking gender norms in business.

What did the speaker ask her grandfather about the business world?

What significant event prompted the speaker to write a letter to her grandfather?

How did the grandfather respond to the speaker's interest in business?

What was the grandfather's profession related to accounting?

What did the grandfather believe was the foundation of all business?