Over Mentored, Under Sponsored
Mentorship has helped women rise in the ranks, but female leaders are critically undersponsored.
Building a Better Company Culture
Inclusive cultures are important to attracting and retaining female talent.
The “Second Shift” Struggle
Women continue to be burdened by the “second shift” of taking on most domestic and caregiving responsibilities.
Gender Inequality is Still Rampant
Gender biases, stereotypes and bad behavior remain prominent, which leads to unequal opportunities for women.
Advice for the Next Generation
Early female advisors have benefited from getting their licensing done, networking and finding the right business model fit.
About the research
In this study, we gathered quantitative data through a survey of financial advice professionals, and qualitative data through a series of interviews with survey participants. Survey participants volunteered after seeing organic and paid posts on social media, email marketing and targeted digital ads.
To encourage participation, Carson made donations to Rock the Street, Wall Street of $5 for each survey participant and $30 for each interview participant. Additionally, Carson matched the funds and donated $5,000 to Rock the Street, Wall Street.
