Four out of five women believe remote work has expanded their employment opportunities, according to a survey conducted by technology advisory firm Ensono.
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The survey also found that 97% of women believe that hybrid or in-person roles are beneficial for enhancing work-life balance and strengthening relationships with colleagues.
Ensono conducted a survey of 1,500 full-time female professionals, including Indian nationals, to understand the experiences of women working in the technology industry.
Although progress has been made in gender equality in technology, women still face several challenges.
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73% of respondents said they would take on more responsibilities than their male colleagues after their workforce was cut in 2023.
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26% of hybrid and in-person respondents said they have felt uncomfortable or unsafe at in-person work due to microaggressions or other forms of discrimination, up from 20% a year ago.
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Among Indian respondents, 62% struggled to balance caregiving responsibilities with in-person work.
“Business leaders need to recognize the benefits of investing in policies that enable women to participate in all aspects of life and promote growth opportunities for women that reflect the flexible and hybrid workplaces we see today.” said Meredith Graham, the company's chief human resources officer. Ensono.
Other key findings from the study include:
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Generative artificial intelligence offers new career opportunities for women in technology. More than 1 in 3 respondents said women are primarily leading training and discussions about generative AI in their workplaces. Also, 89% of women in India have a female mentor who can guide them in generative AI.
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Almost a fifth (19%) of women in tech aim to change jobs within the next 12 months, highlighting the importance of retaining women. In 2022 and she in 2023 learning and growth were essential for women, but now they want a stronger voice and more flexibility in decision-making.
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Understanding Gen Z employee preferences is critical to retaining Gen Z employees as they become the majority in the workplace. Only 36% plan to stay at their current company for more than two years. Half of them want a more influential role in decision-making, indicating a desire to advance their careers. Additionally, the survey found that 77% of Gen Z employees miss the social aspect of in-person work.
