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Why Women Underinvest in Their Own Career Capital
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore a lesser-known career hurdle for women: the tendency to underinvest in their own professional development. Drawing on a 2025 study from the Harvard Business Review that found women are 23 percent less likely than men to spend money on career-boosting resources like certifications, coaching, or networking events, they discuss why this gap persists and what it costs. Lucas breaks down the research, noting that women often prioritize family or team budgets over personal career spend, while Luna shares a personal anecdote about hesitating to pay for a…
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