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This is a fantastic article about women in the workplace. We need to uplift women more and support a healthy work/life balance. There was a really powerful statement on moms -“If you have the flexibility and support, most new moms will run through a wall for that employer.” Moms carry the weight of the world and of their family. #momlife #mentalhealth #womenintalentacquisition

There are myriad challenges plaguing women in the workplace. And compared to last year, fewer women report feeling supported by their employers in balancing work and external commitments. Merely one in ten feel comfortable discussing work-life balance openly in their workplace, and 95% express concern that asking for what they need could hinder their chances of advancement. Asking 'What do you need? ' can make workers feel like they belong. https://bit.ly/3RY1vzA #WomeninResearch #MRX #MarketResearch

⚡ It’s no secret that working mothers face immense pressures, both in Australia and globally. Statistics show that 43% of women leave full-time work after having children, and the lack of female representation in senior leadership continues to be a global issue, with women making up only 18% of CEOs worldwide. It’s not just about balancing work and family—it’s the mental load. Juggling endless to-do lists, managing family life, and trying to maintain a career trajectory can feel overwhelming. In fact, 56% of working mothers experience burnout, leading many to reduce hours, shift careers, or leave the workforce entirely. While flexible work arrangements have been a great step forward, they’re not a silver bullet. For many women, flexible work means feeling indebted and working more to compensate. If we truly want to keep women in the workforce and see them thrive in leadership roles, we need action, not just conversation. So, what can companies do? 💡 Provide education on managing mental loads and stress. ⚡ Offer tools and strategies that help women prioritise and balance their evolving responsibilities. 🙏 Implement programs focused on mental health and well-being—not just career support. 📢 Encourage an open dialogue around realistic expectations and career progression for mothers, including tailored mentorship programs. These actions aren’t just ‘nice to have’—they’re essential to retaining top female talent and fostering a healthier, more inclusive workplace. The future of work needs more than flexibility—it needs companies to actively support the women who are balancing it all. What are your thoughts? #Leadership #WorkingMums #MentalHealth #CorporateCareers #WomenInLeadership #DiversityAndInclusion

Why are women still being asked to choose between thriving at work and thriving at home? A recent Gallup report reveals that nearly half of working women feel stressed “a lot of the day,” often juggling the seemingly impossible demands of work and home. In addition to being the “default responders” for childcare, many are declining promotions or considering leaving the workforce because of family obligations. It doesn’t have to be this way. After all, “Investing in women’s well-being isn’t just good business—it’s a blueprint for societal progress,” to quote Karen Guggenheim, creator of the World Happiness Summit. This resonates deeply with me, as someone who’s struggled with burnout while trying to do it all. It's exhausting. Now, as an executive coach, I focus on helping women step off the hamster wheel of stress and into a space where they can lead with intention, boosting career success and embracing personal fulfillment. Thriving at work and thriving at home shouldn’t feel like an either-or proposition. Let’s create a world where you don’t have to choose. 🌟 Schedule a discovery call with me to explore how coaching can help you prioritize your well-being and step into your own version of leadership with confidence. https://lnkd.in/ePfFqqGh https://lnkd.in/e4d6BKXi #leadership #womeninbusiness #worklifebalance #leadershipcoaching

Perhaps, the most difficult time of a working mother's life: when you have to leave your ailing child at home and prioritize your work. It's high time for organizations to reevaluate working times and flexibilities, making them more accommodating for women in the workforce. Many existing policies are outdated, rooted in a time when men primarily worked outside the home and women managed households full-time. As job dynamics have evolved, women now balance work both inside and outside the home. So, now it's time for the organizations to rethink about the policies, work culture which will be in favour of women and women workforce will be able to balance the both at the same time. #WorkingMothers #Flexibility #GenderEquality

It seems that not much has changed in the past 6 years when it comes to facing microaggressions in the workplace as a woman. Not only do these “othering” microaggressions lead to feelings of isolation and burnout, but they also discourage talented individuals from viewing their workplaces as equitable. Companies that ignore these behaviours risk losing valuable employees who contribute to their success. This should not be brushed under the carpet! #WomenInTheWorkplace #GenderEquity #Diversity

Working men: what do you want? Is it really that different from what women want? ☺️ My recent post about the growing "soft girl" trend generated more engagement than any of my other posts. Ever. Why? The subject was, apparently, divisive. People had strong opinions about young women quitting work to become stay-at-home girlfriends. ⛺In one camp were those who essentially said “Good for them - working woman, #TradWife, whatever works. Celebrate choice”. 🔥In another camp, the mood was less celebratory. Frustration, resentment, perhaps a hint of vindictiveness: "Finally, women are realising how hard work is and what we men have to deal with". We need to talk about this. Research from Deloitte DEI institute (link in the comments) points out that: “Today's corporate environment doesn't fully support working men in achieving success on their terms either.” Why not? Contemporary work culture often reinforces ‘masculine defaults’, biases that reward stereotypically male traits like being: 🔵 Vocal 🔵 Visible 🔵 Constantly available. In other words, putting work above everything else gets rewarded. Defying these expectations gets punished. But here's the thing. Work-life integration is a top priority across all genders and generations, according to Deloitte research. 88% of women vs 84% of men list it as a measure of success. (no data for non binary) In the words of a 41yo working man: “[Success is] effectively managing work and personal life needs; having time and energy to invest in family, leisure hobbies, and self-development.” According to The Economist, even East Asia—a region traditionally known for its long working hours—is experiencing a cultural shift in its workplace norms. Younger fathers here are increasingly prioritising family life. For instance, paternity leave uptake in Japan rose dramatically from 2% to 30% over a decade. This suggests that attitudes towards work-life integration are evolving in parallel across different cultures. It's clear that the status quo works for fewer and fewer people. So, let's stop asking whether women or men have it harder in the workplace. Let's work together to fix the real problem. How can we create workplaces that work for everyone? #WorkplaceWellness #WorkLifeBalance #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceCulture #WorkplaceEquity #ModernWorkplace

Women are underrepresented in the labor force ➡️ and have just as much to offer. The Harvard Business Review says, “High-level jobs require extremely long hours, women’s devotion to family makes it impossible for them to put in those hours, and their careers suffer as a result.” According to the US Chamber of Commerce “In a 2021 survey, 45% of workers reported leaving the workforce because they lacked flexibility in the workplace.” Being a woman owned business means: 🫶🏼More flexibility in the work day. Whether we start the workday at 6am or at 6pm we all deliver top-notch #inventory management services and results to our clients. 🫶🏽More women in the workforce, and in high-level positions. Our CEO AND director positions are all women. In fact, our team is 99% women. 🫶🏾Freedom to work from home, or wherever suits our team best. 🫶🏿No expectations to work round the clock and shoulder full-time childcare expenses. 🙌🏼AND we get to be present in life outside of work.🙌🏿 At Boon, we’re proud to say we’re are working to undo what most commonly drives women away from working. THANK YOU to all of the clients, friends and family members that are supporting us. Supporting Boon means a lot more than just achieving your business goals more quickly. #boonllc #women #womensuppportingwomen #womanempowerment #womanownedbusiness #womanpower #womenrockingbusiness #wfh #wfhmoms

Women 35+ are a goldmine of talent and experience, yet many face significant hurdles in the workplace. Ageism and stereotypes limit their career progression. Work-life balance challenges can be overwhelming. Lack of support and resources further hinder their potential. It's time to change the narrative. Let's harness the power of women 35+ and create workplaces where they can thrive. #womeninleadership #womenempowerment #workplacewellbeing #ageism #diversityandinclusion