There are more and more women entering into the workforce themselves. More and more of them are making more money.

I attended a high school with more than 4,000 students and met with a guidance counselor only once during my four-year stint. Despite my clear strengths in science and math, my counselor's advice was to pursue a degree in business. A career in engineering was never encouraged nor, in fact, ever mentioned.

To young professionals - and particularly women - looking to advance, it is imperative to keep your life in balance.

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