What information does this document reveal about the transformation of women’s lives happening in the 1920s? I want a short answer that is a couple of sentences.

Document #4: Women in the Workplace Women began getting even more involved in the workforce throughout the 1920s and there was a growing appeal to work. However, the concept of "pink collar" jobs was introduced into society during this time as well. Society was accepting women into average jobs, however, most assumed that it was necessary for women to work feminine type of positions. These occupations were those such as secretary work or telephone operators. They were also highly underpaid at that time for the amount of work they were doing but equal payment laws weren't yet in effect. Thus it was excusable at the time. The pink collar status was still relevant in post-college level careers as well. At this point in history women had already been accepted as educated and college educated, however career options for women were more focused on education, nursing, fashion, and social work. Still there were some women who found success ful careers as lawyers, journalists or doctors however it was difficult and rare for a woman to find these fields as successful as men. Many women through the 1920s managed to work and manage the home, however the majority of women remained in the house as housewives or mothers. This time in society also believed that women should raise children according to how psychiatrists and doctors advise them rather than previous parenting methods. Secretary: This was the most common job for women in the 1920s. Those who chose to work rather than remain as the household wife or mother oftentimes found themselves working in offices or as a secretary. Telephone Operator: Another popular job for young women in the 1920s was a telephone operator. The telephone was a new piece of technology and direct calls from phone to phone was not yet possible. Instead, Americans would call an operator who would answer and then connect the caller to the person receiving the call. Phone companies found that having a delicate female voice transferring calls would provide a better experience for customers. (Fun Fact: Mr. Masterson's grandmother was a phone operator). School Teacher: In the 1920s, more American women than ever before received a college education. However, since many high paying professional jobs were only open to men (doctor, lawyer), many educated women went into school teaching.