JOURNAL ARTICLE

Women Are Now Leaning Out in the Workplace, Sheryl Sandberg Says.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Green, Jeff; Chang, Emily 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses a shift in professional women's career ambitions, revealing that they are now less interested in promotions compared to men, according to a study by LeanIn.org and McKinsey & Co. The survey indicates that support from employers has diminished, with 20% of companies lacking specific initiatives to advance women's careers, contributing to an "ambition gap." Factors such as the pandemic, high childcare costs, and a rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs are influencing women's perceptions of success and their willingness to compete in the workplace. The report calls for companies to enhance support for women to foster economic productivity and workforce growth. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/12, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189914021
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