08/26/2026
When Ambition Becomes a Liability
Women are told to speak up. Ask for more. Negotiate. Lead. Be ambitious.
But what happens when a woman actually does?
Why can the same ambition that makes a man look driven and leadership-ready make a woman seem selfish, difficult, or “too much”?
In my conversation with Stefanie O’Connell, author of The Ambition Penalty, we explore the hidden costs women can face when they pursue more—at work, at home, and in their relationships.
This is a fascinating conversation about ambition, power, gender, money, and the double standards that shape how women’s success is perceived.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re being rewarded for your ambition—or quietly penalized for it—this conversation is for you. Link in comments! Thank you Stefanie OConnell Rodriguez
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