IWLA members are invited to contribute to this research study focused on an important topic- the challenges faced by working women in balancing career aspirations with family planning.
This Research Study- Striving for It All: How Perfectionism Fuels Burnout in Ambitious Working Women examines the link between perfectionism and burnout in professional women, with stress as a key mediator and anticipated work-family conflict as a moderating factor. Essentially, I aim to explore whether women who set exceptionally high standards for themselves experience higher stress levels, particularly as they navigate career ambitions alongside future family aspirations.
This research is particularly relevant to professional women, including those in law, as high-achieving industries often demand long hours, unwavering dedication, and perhaps a culture of perfectionism. Many of these women may face the additional challenge of considering how their future personal and family lives might intersect with their careers. While past research has explored burnout in working mothers, there is limited understanding of how the anticipation of work-family conflict affects younger professional women; those who are not yet parents but are already feeling the pressure of balancing both spheres.
Today, many women feel the pressure to “have it all,” striving to advance their careers while considering motherhood. This study explores how anticipated work-family conflict influences the stress of women aged between 24-40, who are not currently mothers. With enough participation, this research could provide valuable insights that influence workplace policies, such as improved maternity leave, better support structures, and greater flexibility for working women. The goal is to provide insights that could inform workplace policies, mental health strategies, and career support structures for women in demanding professions. Your support in sharing this study can contribute to meaningful change.
Participation is voluntary and involves completing a brief online survey (approximately 10 minutes). All responses are confidential and anonymized. We urge you to share this opportunity with your team, every voice matters. The more women who take part, the greater the impact we can make. Please take a moment to participate and spread the word.
The closing date for participation is 12/04/25. To participate click on the below link-
https://ucc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4SCNpdAnQbQzrrU
Researcher – Phoebe Ravenhill
Work and Organizational Psychology Department
University College Cork
124110782@umail.ucc.ie
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