Women, as well as organizations, need to start working together to break it down. It's not just about fighting against the system, it's about changing our own narratives, embracing risk, demanding support, and, above all, trusting ourselves. When we collectively start rejecting self-doubt and stop waiting for the “perfect” moment, the glass ceiling won't just crack - it will shatter.

The bamboo ceiling, it’s like a ninja in the night, silently blocking talented individuals from reaching the top. But instead of a physical ceiling, it’s made up of cultural biases, social norms, and outdated stereotypes. While the term glass ceiling is often associated with the barriers that women face in leadership, the bamboo ceiling adds a layer of complexity, specifically for people from Asian and other minority backgrounds. What’s going on behind this invisible barrier,