Give to Gain: Why Supporting Women and Sharing Experience Are Sources of Strength in Business
Give to Gain: Why Supporting Women and Sharing Experience Are Sources of Strength in Business
In 2026, it is becoming increasingly clear that true performance does not arise from rivalry, but from trust, collaboration and the intentional sharing of experience. Technology is evolving rapidly - yet what truly holds organisations together are people and the relationships between them.
4 QUALITIES THAT BUILD STRONG TEAMS
Sharing is not a loss
Knowledge grows when it is used: mentoring, coaching and supporting colleagues multiplies team performance.
Curiosity is leadership
Not having all the answers, but creating space for questions - that is what moves teams forward.
Empathy builds trust
When communication is fair and human, confidence grows - and with it the courage to try new things.
Psychological safety
Teams grow where people feel safe to share ideas, admit mistakes and learn.
Why “giving” is becoming a new source of strength in business
International Women’s Day is an opportunity to pause and recognise what truly works in teams today: support, shared experience and a culture where people grow together.
The theme #GiveToGain is not about softness. It is a strategic mindset: when we share knowledge, create space for talent and help others succeed, we strengthen the performance and resilience of the entire organisation.
Technology can accelerate routine tasks, but real progress happens on a human level - through trust, empathy, open communication and the courage to speak up. The future belongs to teams that help each other grow.
One question for today:
Quotes & Data
When we give intentionally, we do not only strengthen our people - we strengthen our entire organisation.
By investing in each other we unlock potential, deepen inclusion and shape the future together.
Technology accelerates work, but trust, empathy and the courage to speak openly are what truly drive progress.
25%
Global share of women in partner positions (2025)
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Increase since 2020 (from ~20% to 25%)
| BDO Position Category | Share of Women (2025) |
|---|---|
| Partners | 25% |
| Professional Staff | 50% |
| Administrative Staff | 65% |
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