Well, Now: Being a “Likeable Badass” Could Improve Your Health

How do women gain social influence?  Understanding this is
crucial because research shows they often face unique challenges in
having their voices heard and their expertise recognized, even in
highly qualified fields like medicine.  The consequences of
this could be dire, both for female patients and their healthcare
providers. On this week’s episode of Well, Now, Kavita and Maya
talk with psychologist Alison Fragale about the science behind
effective social influence. Her new book is Likeable Badass: How
Women Get the Success They Deserve. If you liked this episode,
check out: Who Cares for the Caregivers? Well, Now is hosted by
registered dietitian nutritionist Maya Feller and Dr. Kavita Patel.
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