Having It All

You're not imagining it: Women aren't getting a good deal at home or at work. We have the evidence to prove it. This book gives you the power to change it. For women in America today, the promise of "having it all" is an ever-elusive carrot. Faced with unsustainable demands in every sphere, we are certainly doing it all--but at a steep cost. Research shows that biologically, culturally, and economically, we are on uneven playing ground, and one that drains us of our happiness. But that same data can empower us to make choices that will reclaim our time, our energy―and even our joy. In Having It All , Wharton professor and economist Dr. Corinne Low unpacks the hidden factors that influence women's decision-making, and how the unintended consequences of these choices alter the course of our lives. From when and whether to get married and (or) have children to what type of career to pursue, whether to obtain an advanced degree to where to live--Dr. Low explores questions such as: - What if there is no optimal time to "have a family" but rather a slew of different considerations at different life stages? - What if we approached decisions around marriage and partnership as rigorously as we would an employment opportunity? - What if we valued our time in dollars and cents, and structured our lives around choices that give us the greatest return on our investments? For too long, women have been expected to accept labor-intensive solutions to systemic problems--optimize, lean in, work harder. But Dr. Low isn't suggesting women need to do more. In the tradition of bestselling books like Eve Rodsky's Fair Play and Emily Oster's Cribsheet, Having It All blends personal experience, research, and analysis to illuminate the complex decisions women face, and offers an evidence-based framework for creating a better, happier life. Consider it the essential economics textbook for life as a woman--but hopefully, a little more fun.

Have you ever wondered whether you can have it all? Going for an executive position will be a journey full of ups and downs and you will regularly be out of your comfort zone, having to make tough decisions. When you are unsure and doubt what you should do next, this book can be your helping hand. It gives you insights into what you can realistically expect and discusses the complex choices that you have to make, as you climb the career ladder. This book shares how five female CEOs have done it. It provides insights into their real lives. By sharing the typically untold stories, they hope to break taboos. Despite all their differences, they have had similar challenges in their professional and private lives. And this is where you should keep reading. They are here to let you know you are not alone and to prepare you to meet some of the same struggles that they have faced. Whether you are just starting out on your work life journey, find yourself a bit stuck on your current career path, or just need a laugh with someone like-minded, this book will serve as a mentor and a friend. This book is your companion and will be relevant during every step of your work life. More women can take on a CEO position!

Have you ever wondered whether you can have it all? Going for an executive position will be a journey full of ups and downs and you will regularly be out of your comfort zone, having to make tough decisions. When you are unsure and doubt what you should do next, this book can be your helping hand. It gives you insights into what you can realistically expect and discusses the complex choices that you have to make, as you climb the career ladder. This book shares how five female CEOs have done it. It provides insights into their real lives. By sharing the typically untold stories, they hope to break taboos. Despite all their differences, they have had similar challenges in their professional and private lives. And this is where you should keep reading. They are here to let you know you are not alone and to prepare you to meet some of the same struggles that they have faced. Whether you are just starting out on your work life journey, find yourself a bit stuck on your current career path, or just need a laugh with someone like-minded, this book will serve as a mentor and a friend. This book is your companion and will be relevant during every step of your work life. More women can take on a CEO position!

You're not imagining it: Women aren't getting a good deal at home or at work. We have the evidence to prove it. This book gives you the power to change it. For women in America today, the promise of "having it all" is an ever-elusive carrot. Faced with unsustainable demands in every sphere, we are certainly doing it all--but at a steep cost. Research shows that biologically, culturally, and economically, we are on uneven playing ground, and one that drains us of our happiness. But that same data can empower us to make choices that will reclaim our time, our energy―and even our joy. In Having It All , Wharton professor and economist Dr. Corinne Low unpacks the hidden factors that influence women's decision-making, and how the unintended consequences of these choices alter the course of our lives. From when and whether to get married and (or) have children to what type of career to pursue, whether to obtain an advanced degree to where to live--Dr. Low explores questions such as: - What if there is no optimal time to "have a family" but rather a slew of different considerations at different life stages? - What if we approached decisions around marriage and partnership as rigorously as we would an employment opportunity? - What if we valued our time in dollars and cents, and structured our lives around choices that give us the greatest return on our investments? For too long, women have been expected to accept labor-intensive solutions to systemic problems--optimize, lean in, work harder. But Dr. Low isn't suggesting women need to do more. In the tradition of bestselling books like Eve Rodsky's Fair Play and Emily Oster's Cribsheet, Having It All blends personal experience, research, and analysis to illuminate the complex decisions women face, and offers an evidence-based framework for creating a better, happier life. Consider it the essential economics textbook for life as a woman--but hopefully, a little more fun.