When Mecca Mitchell thinks about professional courage, she breaks it into three parts: attitude, aptitude and appetite. In other words, it’s informed by who you are, what you can do, and what you want.
Mitchell, senior vice president of leadership and organizational development, DEI, and community impact at Burlington Stores, Inc., spoke as part of three 15-minute TED-style talks focusing on strategies and inspirational approaches to leadership at the 2025 Women in Retail Leadership Summit, held April 28-30 on Amelia Island, FL.
In this clip from her session, Mitchell shares insights on the power of professional courage, why it matters, and how to tap into it.
Women in Retail Leadership Circle members can watch Mitchell’s full session recording here as well as all sessions from the 2025 Women in Retail Leadership Summit here.