Belinda Johnson

Every woman who proves that it is not about gender but about excellence paves the way.

It's important for anyone working at a hyper growth company such as Airbnb to embrace learning and be open in order to keep pace with the changing environment.

In the morning, I look at my calendar and think about whether things that aren't critical can be moved to the next week.

I'm in bed by 10, but I may not actually go to sleep until 11. It doesn't take long. I just breathe in and out maybe 10 times, and that does it.

When I think back to the early years of my career, I wish I would have been less tolerant of the norms of that time. Compared to today's generation, my generation didn't call attention to unfair practices like equal pay and promotion tracks as often.

Programs that encourage mentorship, workshops that teach women how to self advocate, and even employee resource groups that are focused on women in the workplace are all very powerful outlets that foster safe-space conversations.

When I went into a start-up in tech, I knew I could always go back to a law firm.

Every challenge that comes up is just a problem that needs a solution.

When I pull my hair back in a ponytail, that's how you know I'm having a hard day.

I've always liked diving into new things.

I never really feel overwhelmed; I feel energized by what goes on in our day.

While Airbnb cannot singlehandedly level the playing field for women, I believe we can play a role in enabling women around the world to follow their passions and design the lives they want.