Abigail, an ambitious professional, worked very hard as an assistant manager in an organization for three years. Even though she had worked with efficiency and determination she was not promoted to the manager's position. She finally gave up pursuing her career goals. Which of the following concepts is illustrated in this example?

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The leaking pipeline problem refers to the phenomenon where women (and other marginalized groups) leave their careers due to a lack of representation in leadership positions, unequal opportunities for advancement, and systemic barriers. This is illustrated in the example of Abigail who, despite working hard, was not promoted and eventually gave up on pursuing her career goals.

Abigail, an Ambitious Professional, Worked Very Hard as an Assistant