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Laurie Schupmann has been a partner at PwC, an assurance, tax and advisory servicer, for 17 years. She's worked in Washington, D.C., Amsterdam, New York City and currently heads up the PwC office in Stamford, overseeing more than 400 employees. Being a woman in a high-power position, we asked the following about challenges women typically face and her advice for those looking to advance their careers.
How can diversity help a workforce? "Diversity in the workforce, in all forms, expands our perspective and therefore enhances the point of view we offer to our clients. Diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences enhance our ability to identify opportunities and risks for discussion with our clients. A diverse workforce also means a melting pot of life experiences, which significantly enriches the professional experience for our staff."
What kinds of challenges do women typically face? "Women often make difficult choices to balance career and other, often family, priorities. In my experience, the challenge in balancing life's competing priorities is experienced by both women and men alike.
"Having workplace flexibility is important and this is especially true for working...