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Yes! I’ve been deep in financial modeling, only to get pulled into event planning or mentoring while my male colleagues focus solely on their P&L responsibilities. It’s like women are expected to be both analysts and office moms. I started pushing back by setting clearer boundaries—“I’d love to help, but my priority is X.” Have you tried that?
Women in finance get multitasking dumped on them, while men get to specialize and climb faster. The solution? Stop saying yes. The more you take on extra, unpaid tasks, the more they become your “job.” If it’s not in your job description, treat it as optional.
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Yes, I’ve definitely felt this! It’s like we’re expected to wear a dozen hats while the guys get to focus on one thing. I’ve started setting clearer boundaries and pushing back on extra tasks that don’t align with my role. It’s not always easy, but speaking up has helped. Have you tried pushing back, and if so, how did it go?