Ep 150 - Gendered Ageism at Work: We Need to Start a Revolution with Dr. Lucy Ryan

Influence & Impact for female leaders

Is midlife making you wonder what to do next or are you suffering from ageism at work? Listen to this captivating conversation with me and Dr Lucy Ryan, inspired by her book "Revolting Women, Why Midlife Women Are Walking Out." We delve deep into the impact of gendered ageism, the many challenges faced by midlife women, and why many are leaving the workforce. 

In our conversation, we cover:

The challenges faced by midlife women, including the collision of events such as menopause, parental care, and financial pressures. We also discuss the gender bias in caregiving and the impact on women's careers, with many struggling to return to the workforce.

We discuss the need for a revolution in how midlife women are supported, emphasising the importance of transitioning from full-time to part-time work and redefining the narratives that often surround middle-aged women.

We also stress the need for organisations to integrate age into diversity agendas, track data, conduct listening exercises, and promote part-time and job share options.

About Dr Lucy Ryan:

Dr. Lucy Ryan is a leadership coach, trainer, and researcher who focuses on midlife women and their decision-making process as they move into positions of power. After observing many women making unexpected career choices just as they were on the brink of stepping up, Dr. Ryan realised there was little research on the subject and decided to pursue a PhD to investigate further. Despite leaving school with no qualifications, she self-educated herself from the age of 40 onwards, eventually becoming an expert in her field. Dr. Ryan is passionate about understanding the phenomenon and helping women navigate their careers with confidence and purpose.

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