Men vs Women in Workplace: Fair or Foul Play?
When perceptions influence thought than facts, the result is nothing but bias - Bias in the matters of capability, career advancement and recognition.
Yes, women are facing a high degree of gender bias when it comes to their career. There is a general perception that women are less capable than men in matters of business and decision making. Almost 40 analytical studies have disproved these claims and have established that women and men are at par with each other.
Is gender bias hindering a woman's career advancement?
Let's see some of the hindrances that a woman faces.
* She is taken less seriously
* She is considered unfit and is denied challenging roles
* Her leadership capabilities are undermined
* She faces gender discrimination from the time of recruitment
* Reports say that at least 30% of women are facing pay bias
* Her family responsibilities are considered as hurdles to her professional commitment
* Her career goals are considered less important compared to her male counterparts
Why a woman is considered less capable?
The plain fact that we are still living in a patriarchal society answers it all. Gender discrimination at work is only one among those innumerable disparities that a woman comes across. So the blame is not just on the corporate world, but society at large.
A misconception that her judgement skills are poor also prevails.
What can corporates do?
Corporates can contribute to a woman's struggle a fair treatment. An unbiased work culture is the responsibility of every corporate which does not want to miss out on highly potential talent pool.
* Let efficiency and capability be judged on the basis of performance and not on the basis of gender
* Provide equal opportunities for men and women for growth in your organization
* Implement equal opportunity policies
* Cultivate a work culture wherein employees do not discriminate each other
* Encourage women to take up challenging responsibilities
* Avoid gender bias while recruiting
* Avoid disparities in the matters of pay
* Have laws and policies in place which punishes discrimination and sexual harassment.
Women do realize that gender equality is still the toughest battle they are fighting and things will not change overnight. A thorough change in the mindset of people is the most required solution to give equal and respectable opportunity for women. But how long will such a change take to happen?
Do Comment..
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When perceptions influence thought than facts, the result is nothing but bias - Bias in the matters of capability, career advancement and recognition.
Yes, women are facing a high degree of gender bias when it comes to their career. There is a general perception that women are less capable than men in matters of business and decision making. Almost 40 analytical studies have disproved these claims and have established that women and men are at par with each other.
Is gender bias hindering a woman's career advancement?
Let's see some of the hindrances that a woman faces.
* She is taken less seriously
* She is considered unfit and is denied challenging roles
* Her leadership capabilities are undermined
* She faces gender discrimination from the time of recruitment
* Reports say that at least 30% of women are facing pay bias
* Her family responsibilities are considered as hurdles to her professional commitment
* Her career goals are considered less important compared to her male counterparts
Why a woman is considered less capable?
The plain fact that we are still living in a patriarchal society answers it all. Gender discrimination at work is only one among those innumerable disparities that a woman comes across. So the blame is not just on the corporate world, but society at large.
A misconception that her judgement skills are poor also prevails.
What can corporates do?
Corporates can contribute to a woman's struggle a fair treatment. An unbiased work culture is the responsibility of every corporate which does not want to miss out on highly potential talent pool.
* Let efficiency and capability be judged on the basis of performance and not on the basis of gender
* Provide equal opportunities for men and women for growth in your organization
* Implement equal opportunity policies
* Cultivate a work culture wherein employees do not discriminate each other
* Encourage women to take up challenging responsibilities
* Avoid gender bias while recruiting
* Avoid disparities in the matters of pay
* Have laws and policies in place which punishes discrimination and sexual harassment.
Women do realize that gender equality is still the toughest battle they are fighting and things will not change overnight. A thorough change in the mindset of people is the most required solution to give equal and respectable opportunity for women. But how long will such a change take to happen?
Do Comment..