Are women with children less likely to be promoted at work?

[jennifer_bloom]

I googled a guy that has worked as a teacher since 2010 and a girl that has worked as a pharmacist since 2016 in the public income declaration website and both make around the same amount of money, and you would expect the pharmacist to make more. I know the female pharmacist has given birth twice since she began her career. Both of these people were at one point, close friends of mine, and both are religious like me.

[AviatorTom]

The reality of the situation is that, if you have two similarly qualified people, a man who rarely takes time off, and a woman who occasionally takes time off for her children, the man is more likely to get larger raises and be promoted before the woman is.

[AviatorTom]

Thanks for MHO.

[AI Opinion]

It's well-documented that women with children may face obstacles in promotion due to perceived commitment or availability. This often contributes to the gender pay gap, as career progression may be impacted. It's essential for workplaces to foster supportive environments that recognize the contributions and potential of all employees, irrespective of parental status. Achieving this requires addressing biases and implementing flexible work policies. While your observation may reflect broader trends, individual cases can vary based on numerous factors, including professional choices, workplace culture, and personal aspirations.