Veronica worked for a large pharmaceutical company for over a decade. She had worked her way up through the ranks and found herself at a mid-level position. In her 12th year, the company began searching for a new CEO and Veronica actively sought the position. She had been the top performer at her level for the last two years running, had the education & credentials, and was fully supported by

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co-workers. At the conclusion of the search, Veronica found herself passed over in favor of a young male professional with five years less experience. Furthermore, she realized that she could name no females in her company who had been successful at securing any position above the level she currently held. It appears that Veronica has experienced what many careerists term the _______.

a. dispersion effect
b. glass ceiling
c. corporate survival technique
d. feminine effect

Answer 1

b