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The Delegation Trap That Keeps Women Stuck
Luna and Lucas explore how women often fall into the delegation trap — taking on tasks they should hand off, especially in the name of efficiency or helping others. They cite a 2025 McKinsey study showing women spend 20% more time on low-value administrative work than men, which compounds career drag. Lucas shares the example of a female VP who automated her reporting workflow instead of teaching her junior to do it, missing a coaching opportunity. They discuss the double bind: delegate and be seen as lazy, or do it yourself and burn out. Practical advice includes auditing your calendar for…
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