Women in Finance

I had a non-finance/business friend ask me what I do for my job, and I found myself at a loss for how to describe it. I just kind of said “I spend a lot of time in Excel”. I just don’t think that does… more

I feel really stuck in my role right now. Any tips on how I can motivate myself to at least progress?

I’ve been speaking to quite a few of my friends recently about periods and using sick days.
I have personally before experienced the typical being told a period is not enough to miss work.
What does e… more

Curious how many hours a week do you usually work? I average around 45, sometimes pushing past 50. For those working longer hours, would you consider taking a slight pay cut for better work-life balan… more

Recently I have been having a really big issue with anxiety in the workplace.
Which is strange, as this is the first place I’ve ever worked where I feel accepted / listened to and appreciated for the work I do.more

I have a manager that belittles the female employees and lets the male employees do what ever they like. The females get reported to HR when we talk about anything outside of work and the singular male can do what ever he li… more

I’m getting married next year, and the planning process is taking up some time during business hours - appointments, calls, emails, you name it. Do you think it’s better to keep this under wraps, or s… more

What’s one finance concept that you struggled to understand but now love teaching others? I used to really struggle with zero based-budgeting, but I’ve now figured out that it’s the best method for me… more

How does one go about finding a mentor? I am super timid and struggle to put myself out there in pretty much any aspect of my life. I think it’s really hurting my career, and I’m thinking a mentor mig… more

Hi Community, know of any fintech or finance company that allows its staff to apply for promotion after maternity leave?

I’d love to get your thoughts on lunchtime meetings. Do you think noon should generally be avoided out of respect for people’s breaks, or is it acceptable as long as everyone is available? And if a me… more

Genuine question: How are people affording extended sabbaticals? I’ve seen a number of peers take 3+ months off, some with 1 or 2 kids, a mortgage, and no significant second income. They’re not high earners… more

Hi ladies, I’m planning to have a baby (trying for months now), and have also come to a realization last few months that I really don’t want to be in my current firm/job anymore. How do I navigate job… more

What advice do you wish you could give your younger self? I definitely wish I could go back in time and tell my college-self to put more effort into networking. I’m a little envious of colleagues who … more

Has anyone here moved from a huge bank (I’m talking one of the biggest globally) to a fintech? How did you find the adjustment? I’m worried I’ll struggle with a potential lack of structure compared to… more

There’s a lot of talk about psychological safety, but how do you actually build it? Just saying “speak up” or “all ideas are welcome” sounds good, but it doesn’t always lead to real trust. I try to mo… more

Thoughts on VP role at BlackRock Wilmington Delaware?

I recently joined a small team and have noticed I’m often left off emails even when the discussion is directly tied to work I’ve done. I’m mid-level, so I'd expected to be looped in on relevant co… more

What led you to pursue a career in finance? For me, my dad was my number one influence. He taught me to create financial reports for his rental management company as young as 13. I seemed to pick up o… more

I'm curious have you ever taken feedback harder than you should have? I had a moment recently where I realized I took a comment way too personally, and it’s been tough to shake off. I know feedbac… more

Would you describe yourself as a feminist, or do you lean more toward traditional values? I come from a traditional family that doesn’t believe sexism is a real issue. I’ve explained to them many time… more

What percentage of your salary do you spend on housing? I’m considering buying a new place but the new repayments would equal 25% of our household income and I have no clue whether that’s normal or no… more

How do you handle working under a manager who clearly plays favorites? I’ve worked with one who gave the “cool guys” on the team all the best clients and visibility while I was left cleaning up behind… more

Curious how often others take interviews when they’re not actively job hunting. I really like my current role (the team is great and the work-life balance is superb) but growth is limited, and I know … more

Curious if anyone has tips for minimizing the stress of packing and unpacking while managing a busy schedule? I’m heading into a travel-heavy season from next month through the end of summer—both for … more

Can we talk about how hard it is to find genuinely supportive women in finance? I’ve had some incredible allies, but I’ve also encountered women who seem more interested in gatekeeping than lifting ot… more

Lately I’ve been thinking about how we’re often encouraged to cut small “nonessential” expenses to save more (things like beauty treatments, dining out, etc.) But when I imagine financial freedom or r… more

Do you ever feel like you have to choose between being liked and being respected? I’ve noticed that when I’m warm, collaborative, and approachable, I get dismissed as “nice” but not necessarily taken … more

What are your thoughts on "lunch and learn" sessions? I find them interesting and engaging, but I sometimes wonder if they take away from the opportunity to fully unplug and focus on lunch. … more

How do you all feel about internal pay transparency? I recently found out that a male colleague on my team—same title, fewer years of experience—is making $18K more than I am. When I brought it up, HR… more

Has anyone ever been so exhausted at work that you actually needed to sneak in a nap? It might sound funny, but I’ve definitely resorted to taking a quick power nap in my car during lunch a few times,… more

Does your company observe Good Friday? Ours does, and it always catches me off guard since it’s not a federal holiday. I got up, logged on like any normal workday, and wondered why no one else was onl… more

Do you feel like the industry ever really forgives mistakes? I messed up on a project a couple of years ago—nothing catastrophic, but enough to knock my confidence—and even now, I feel like it’s the t… more

Do you have a bonus structure as part of your total compensation package? If so, is it guaranteed or discretionary? Mine is discretionary, and with how unpredictable the market has been this year, I&#… more

Has anyone else noticed how quickly your tone gets policed in this industry? I once gave clear, direct feedback during a project review, nothing rude, just concise and honest, and got pulled aside the… more

Hi, is there anyone here based in the UK? What’s your salary vs how much you save? I feel like I’m doing an awful job of saving even though I’m on a fairly healthy salary of £55k. I aim to save 10% a … more

For the introverts out there, do you ever feel like being quiet at work gets misunderstood as not being passionate or engaged? Sometimes I worry that not speaking up as much in meetings or being more … more

I’ve helped bring in nearly $8M in revenue over the last two years—our team smashed every target, and my direct contributions have been recognized in every performance review. But my salary? It’s gone… more

When I brought home my three parrots years ago, my husband was fully on board, but now he complains about their chirping while working from home and the occasional mess. I understand his perspective, … more