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A ‪‪@PBS12‬ ORIGINAL // Humanize Colorado: Women in the Workforce shares the real and raw stories, victories, and challenges of women in the workforce. The series interviewed 12 women in different industries and career stages from different communities.

Sarah Kelley, a community relations and social investments employee at Xcel Energy, offers a candid look into the ongoing journey of achieving work-life balance as a new mom. reflects on having a working mother as a role model and acknowledges the trend of individuals delaying parenthood to focus on their careers.

Sarah shares valuable perspectives on the importance of support in the workplace, noting how helpful her coworkers and supervisor have been in allowing her flexibility and trust as she returned to work, and the number of mothers who reached out with advice and support.

Beyond the initial transition back to work, Sarah touches upon the significance of stepping outside one's comfort zone and the vital role of women supporting women in elevating each other in the workplace. Sarah delves into critical workplace issues such as pay negotiation and the discomfort women often feel when asking for more money compared to their male counterparts.

The clip also addresses subtle forms of discrimination, including microaggressions and experiences with reverse ageism . Ultimately, Sarah's message is one of empowerment, encouraging everyone to bring their unique contributions to the table, work together, and create a more equitable and supportive workplace for women.

This project is a partnership with the Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce. cwcc.org