WOMEN AT THE WORKPLACE: UNDERSTANDING THE HIGH RATES OF JOB SWITCHING AMONG WOMEN MANAGERS

In recent years, there has been a growing trend Lof women professionals taking up leadership roles in various industries. Enough has been said about gender equality at the workplace with an aim to achieve broadly equal opportunities and outcomes for women and men.

- ANJALI MALHOTRA

However, despite their increasing representation, women managers are still facing significant challenges in the workplace. Compared to men, women are less likely to work full-time, more likely to be employed in lower-paid occupations, and less likely to progress in their careers. This results in higher incidence of job switching among women in managerial positions. This article delves into some of the reasons behind this trend and sheds light on the systemic and organisational factors contributing to women's job mobility.

GENDER BIAS AND STEREOTYPING: A major factor influencing women's decisions to switch jobs is the prevalence of gender bias and stereotyping. Stereotypes that portray women as less competent or less suitable for leadership positions can create a hostile work environment and hinder career growth. Women may find themselves undervalued, facing gender-based discrimination, or being passed over for promotions, leading them to seek better opportunities elsewhere.