100 professions for women

In the years after the war, women began to question the old belief that a home was their only proper sphere. This guide captures that moment of change, explaining how economic independence became a source of pride and how the traditional “poor relation” was giving way to women who could support themselves. It describes the shift from domestic expectations to a growing presence in offices, factories, law firms, and laboratories, and it highlights the social forces that made those doors open.

The book then presents a compact list of one hundred paying occupations, from teaching and stenography to newer roles in medicine, engineering, and business management. Each entry offers a brief snapshot of the work involved, the skills required, and where a woman might start training. By encouraging families to think of a girl’s future in the same way they do a boy’s, the guide aims to give readers the confidence to pursue a career of their choosing.