A Call to Ambition

In “A Call to Ambition,” published on December 19, 2025, María Esther Rey shares her personal insights on how ambition —defined as the conscious willingness to participate, learn, and build strategic relationships— can be pivotal for women’s professional advancement in the legal field. Drawing on Women in the Workplace data, she highlights that women are less likely than men to express a desire to advance, and discusses factors such as lack of support, cultural biases, and the specific challenges of work-life balance. Rey emphasizes that ambition is not arrogance, but rather a tool for negotiating space, speaking up respectfully, and making decisions that drive professional growth even in challenging environments.

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