Sheryl Sandberg says women aren't losing ambition. Companies are pushing them out.
Former Meta COO and Lean In founder Sheryl Sandberg believes women are quitting corporate roles because they don't feel valued enough.
Sheryl Sandberg, the former COO of Meta and founder of the Lean In organization, expressed concern over fewer women being interested in promotions compared to men. Despite having similar levels of career motivation, Sandberg noted that women feel undervalued in the workplace and face challenges such as personal obligations, household labor, and lack of mentorship.
The Lean In 2025 Women in the Workplace report found that 25% of women who didn't want promotions cited personal obligations, compared to 15% of men. Sandberg believes that companies could do more to retain and encourage female leaders, as their absence affects the economy, companies, and future generations. She also highlighted that women leaders are more likely to advocate for policies that retain other women, such as egg freezing coverage and flexible work arrangements.
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