The article highlights the challenges faced by working parents, particularly mothers, in achieving a balance between their professional and personal lives. Factors such as rising childcare costs and a lack of flexible working arrangements hinder career progression, with many mothers reporting missed promotion opportunities and even quitting jobs. Research indicates that parents may also lose out on valuable networking opportunities, contributing to feelings of isolation, particularly when working remotely. Experts emphasize the importance of networking for career advancement, despite the competing priorities that parents face.
Having a family often means missing out on career advancement opportunities, with 41% of working mums saying it has stopped them from being promoted.
Parents who don't have opportunities to connect with others - especially when working from home - may feel isolated or out of touch.
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