The Ambition Penalty

In 'The Ambition Penalty,' Stefanie O'Connell presents a deeply researched examination of how women are penalized for expressing ambition in the workplace and beyond.

Despite decades of progress in education and empowerment, women often face tangible setbacks such as lost job opportunities, social pushback, and wage disparities when they pursue leadership roles or ask for raises.

The book explores the cultural and systemic barriers that contribute to these penalties, especially for women of color, and challenges the prevailing narratives around ambition and success for women.