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Work-life imbalance is the biggest stressor for women at work. What can be done?


by Victoria Stokes
02nd May 2023

As expectations to ‘do it all’ remain, work-life imbalance continues to be the No. 1 stressor for working women today, along with a heavy workload and a lack of flexibility at work, according to reports. 

Have you ever felt like you’re being pulled in several directions, expected to excel at work, maintain a social life, and manage the home, all while feeling like you aren’t succeeding in any of these areas? Here’s the thing: you’re not alone. The latest Women At Work Survey by Deloitte reports women are reporting alarming levels of stress, with work-life imbalance cited as their biggest pressure. This is echoed in the  2023 Amplifying Women at...

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