Atkinson has her eyes on the frontlines, ensuring Charter meets the customer-first commitments it set one year ago. She sprang into action during the L.A. wildfires ensuring more than 35,000 WiFi access points were open to all. Atkinson is passionate about open communication, hosting ride-alongs to bridge gaps between department leaders and regional employees. She has also mentored 10 female leaders through the Spectrum Women employee business resource group with several mentees having since been promoted.
What advice would you give young women entering the business world today? Be fearless, advocate for herself and surround herself with a supportive network of people. Take risks, speak up in meetings and view setbacks as learning opportunities. Most importantly, she should seek out mentors, sponsors and peers who will not only provide honest feedback but also champion her success.
How do you personally define “powerful” in the workplace today? In the workplace, being “powerful” isn’t about authority or control, it is about leading change and inspiring others to do things they never thought possible. It is having the ability to impact the opinions, behaviors and decisions of others by building trust and fostering collaboration. It is about having influence that is rooted in authenticity, integrity and impact. It is about being willing to make tough decisions and always leading by example.