Findings show that women are twice as likely as men to experience burnout, primarily because they take on more responsibilities, such as people management, well-being checks, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, often beyond their job descriptions.Additionally, senior women continue to handle more household duties than their male counterparts.
Ageism also affects women, especially young women, which impacts their career progression. While 59% of college graduates are women, only 47% enter the workforce in entry-level roles, and even fewer reach managerial positions. The study suggests that men are promoted on potential, while women are promoted based on achievements.
To reduce these disparities, the report calls for senior leaders to prioritize diversity and equity initiatives, noting that without support, progress remains fragile and slow, especially for women of color.
Vocabulary:
• Burnout: A state of physical and emotional exhaustion often caused by long-term stress or excessive workload.
• Inclusion: The practice of ensuring people feel welcomed and valued within a group, regardless of background.
• Ageism: Discrimination against individuals based on their age, often targeting both younger and older individuals in different ways.
• Fragile: Easily broken, weak, or vulnerable, particularly describing progress or situations that can be easily reversed.
Source: NBC news