Ann Thomas: Breaking Glass Ceilings & Elevating Women Leaders

Lifelong broadcaster Ann Thomas joins Dr. Nancy in a conversation about her journey as a professional woman in a field that has seen numerous changes for women since she began as an intern at WJR 760 in Detroit. Lucky to be in a business that she instantly loved, Thomas pursued her dream in many capacities as producer, news reporter, anchor, executive producer of the award-winning “Paul W. Smith Show,” and creator and host of “Women Who Lead.” In its eleventh year, “Women Who Lead” has three components: a podcast that features women making a difference, a monthly award recognizing outstanding women in Michigan, culminating with a special show in their honor. Thomas discussed various aspects of her career, including the importance of mentorship. Since there were so few women in the profession when she started, she felt fortunate to have men willing to mentor her from the start. Her advice for young people starting out is not to be afraid to ask for what you want. Management will respect you for speaking up for yourself. She also advises young people to be willing to work hard, have a plan, and don’t be afraid to fail. When you make a mistake, learn from it, and move on. Please subscribe, rate, and review our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app today.