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Why the Highest Paying Jobs So Rarely Go to Women

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Navigating Work-Life Balance in High-Paying Professions

This chapter examines the challenges faced by couples in demanding careers, particularly in high-paying and competitive fields like pediatrics and law. It discusses the trade-offs between salary and flexibility, as well as the need for workplace changes to address inequities and support work-life balance. Additionally, the chapter highlights the impact of caregiving responsibilities on women's career paths and calls for strategies to create fairer and more accommodating work environments.

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