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?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The example illustrates the leaking pipeline problem, which refers to the phenomenon where qualified and capable women leave their careers due to various barriers and obstacles such as gender bias, lack of career advancement opportunities, and work-life balance challenges. Abigail's experience highlights how despite her hard work and determination, she faced obstacles that prevented her from achieving her career goals, causing her to leave the organization.

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