Career Trajectories of Second-Generation Asian Australians in Australian Workplaces

<p dir="ltr">This study explores the lived experiences of 1.5- and second-generation Asian Australians in Australian workplaces. Drawing on thematic analysis of interviews with 27 Asian leaders, the findings indicate that they are not immune from less favourable treatment resulting from unconscious biases and stereotyping despite spending their formative years in Australia. The findings also suggest that they proactively combat challenges such as their multiple identities to advance to leadership positions. This study extends prior knowledge of the underrepresentation of Asian Australians in senior management teams and offers suggestions to support them and their organisations in their advancement to leadership roles.</p>