Women in Finance

What does your current schedule look like (hours, hybrid, work, in office)?

What are your go-to reasons for keeping your camera off during virtual meetings? I could use some ideas! While I’m totally comfortable on camera in the office, working from home sometimes means I’m no… more

Curious if anyone here is in Project Finance? I would like to network with you.

A friend recently shared me with her frustration—her husband had to travel for work on Valentine’s Day, even though they’d made plans weeks ago. It got me thinking: how do you handle work clashes on d… more

I’ve been getting a ton of “urgent” pings lately, and it’s really challenging to stay focused. It’s made me wonder how do you decide when to send a quick ping versus a more detailed email? While pings… more

I collaborate with various teams, and sometimes messages can get lost or misinterpreted. To prevent this, I often over-communicate, but it sometimes comes across as overwhelming to others. What’s your… more

If you could pick any other career, what would you pick? I’m constantly thinking about other things I could do

I just got promoted, and while I’m genuinely excited, I can’t shake this nagging feeling that I don’t actually deserve it. I keep thinking, “What if they made a mistake? What if I’m not as capable as … more

One of my coworkers mentioned that she has been experiencing severe headaches for months due to work-related stress. It reminded me of times when I had similar symptoms in the past. I’d love to know w… more

I’m in my early 30s, and lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how to balance my career ambitions with my desire to start a family someday. I’m really focused on climbing the ladder right now, but I … more

Am I underpaid, or just overreacting? I am currently a Technology and Service Program Manager for a RIA, 10+ years at the company 2 in my current role, recently had my annual compensation review meeti… more

What do you consider the most challenging aspects of client-facing roles for women in finance? When I was in a client-facing role a few years ago, I found that perceived credibility was the most signi… more

I’m really struggling to make myself heard. I don’t feel like I can speak up in meetings unless someone creates that opportunity specifically for me. Often, it is dominant men who talk so much that I … more

I got feedback that I come off a bit "intense" in meetings, which caught me off guard because I honestly feel like I’m just matching the energy in the room—assertive, confident, and direct, … more

Do you ever go through phases where you feel completely unmotivated? I still enjoy what I do, but there are times when I just don’t feel like working at all. I can’t tell if it’s tied to some deeper d… more

Struggling with a ‘good guy’ boss who’s clueless about diversity. My boss is genuinely a good guy: supportive, fair, and always open to feedback. But when it comes to understanding the unique challeng… more

When is the right time to ask for a raise? I’ve been with my firm for two years and consistently deliver strong results, but I’m nervous about asking for a raise. How do you know when it’s the right t… more

Most of you have probably heard the tragic news about the helicopter crash in D.C., which has sparked many questions and concerns about air traffic control, safety systems and others. Since many finan… more

Hey ladies! Hope your 2025 is off to a fantastic start! As we wrap up the first month of the year, I’d love to hear what’s your top priority or goal for 2025? Are you working toward a promotion or considering a c… more

How often do you buy outfits for work? I used to spend a lot on work clothes, but ever since I moved away from a client-facing role, I’ve almost stopped buying them altogether. Instead, I find myself … more

I recently came across ads for "Shef," a service where you can order freshly homemade meals prepared by local individuals who sign up as Shefs. It’s different from HelloFresh because instead… more

What is the average raise and Bonus for a fund controller in private equity?

What are the best ways you’ve made yourself heard in a male dominated department?

Hello! I am new here. How long have you been in the Finance industry? I have been in the finance industry for over 16 years.

Has your company or department changed its WFH policy (if applicable)? My department has been following a hybrid model—2 days in the office and 3 days working from home. However, with the increasing n… more

Working moms, hit me with your top tips! I’m due to go back to work soon and am DREADING it, I just can’t see how it will work.

Career FOMO is hitting me hard lately. Two of my coworkers recently announced they’re moving to big-name firms, and another just got a huge promotion. Meanwhile, I’m still in the same role I’ve been i… more

I’ve been trying to step up my networking game, and everyone says “just send cold emails!” But honestly, every time I hit send, I cringe. Last week, I reached out to someone whose career I admire, but… more

Looking for opportunity in banking industry ,try really hard for two months. No Interviews , having career gap but having more than 10 yrs of experience in banking industry. Any suggestion /ideas?

Anyone know of any female in finance networking groups in NYC New York City?

Last month, I led a project that completely flopped—we missed key deadlines, went over budget, and the client wasn’t happy with the final outcome. I’ve been replaying every decision I made, wondering … more

It’s decapitating to apply for these jobs that you know you have the qualifications for and to wait weeks upon weeks maybe even a month to hear back from them just for them to say they are going with … more

With the inauguration here, I can’t help but wonder how everyone’s handling it at work. In my office, there’s definitely some tension—people are either glued to the news or avoiding it altogether. I’m personall… more

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