How Menopause Symptoms Impact Women's Careers and Finances

A recent survey from Gallup and Pivotal shows that four in 10 women who have experienced menopause or perimenopause say it has negatively impacted their life or work. This includes limiting their effort, reducing work hours, taking extended leaves, or passing up leadership roles. For professionals like Amy Terry, managing symptoms such as memory loss and low energy ultimately led to leaving full-time employment for independent consulting, resulting in a significant drop in income. Experts note that these career hurdles create broader economic and talent gaps during a time when women should be reaching their peak earning years.