October 22, 2025
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FOMO at work: The opportunity gap between men and women in tech

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FOMO at work: The opportunity gap between men and women in tech

This comprehensive report looks at how women experience and manage "fear of missing out" (FOMO) in their IT careers.

With over 650 respondents from eight countries, the findings show not just how women feel about their own IT careers but how men feel about women in IT, too. The report reveals striking perception gaps between men and women, including differences in understanding of career development, leadership and work-life balance within IT.

Key findings

  • Equal access? Only 60% of women believe men and women have equal access to career development, compared to 75% of men.
  • Work-life balance: 63% of women report career impact from work-life balance challenges, versus 49% of men.
  • Long hours: 67% of women feel pressured to work longer hours to advance, while 56% of men agree.

Read this report to:

  • Learn how, broken down by gender, the difference between how women see their own careers and how men perceive women in IT.
  • Discover how men and women believe leadership development, advocacy and inclusive policies can transform tech workplaces.
  • Learn what real IT professionals say about bias, advancement and diversity efforts in their careers.

Uncover what women and men prioritize in supporting career growth and driving lasting change in the technology sector, and how perceptions differ between the genders.