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Unseen barriers in the modern workplace

Prudence in a maze of metaphors

Prudence in a maze of metaphors follows a fictional woman navigating workplace barriers like the Sticky Floor, Glass Ceiling, and Motherhood Penalty. Though rooted in gender dynamics, the case expands to explore systemic challenges tied to race, class, disability, and privilege. It offers a flexible framework for instructors to spark meaningful dialogue on inclusion, bias, and structural inequality. By encouraging peer learning and self-reflection, it equips leaders to handle difficult conversations and foster inclusive cultures. The case also opens space to explore how different groups, including men, experience career stagnation. What invisible barriers are shaping your path?

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