Throughout my career I have met many inspiring female leaders and I have always admired successful women in the workplace. Over the course of my professional life, I have found asking myself numerous times if the so often quoted „glass ceiling“ still exists?
In terms of women in labor force, or women in management, the workforce is not a reflection of society. As per this report published by the UN, women only hold 27.8% of the positions in management, and advancing women into leadership is a recent recommendation by the WEF to support closing the gender gap, that has again increased as a result of the pandemic.
Of course I have come to learn that there is no single, one answer to what the „glass ceiling“ is, yet I was looking for an area where I can personally contribute and influence to break it in some places. As much as the number of female leaders has increased, we still have a way to go and it is my personal aspiration to assist women reach their personal career ambitions and inspire women to consider a leadership career.
The more women are in leadership roles the better it is to increase the number of female leaders. Role models play a huge role in encouraging others.
In previous HR roles and my current role as Regional Vice President DEI & Talent at Hyatt in EAMESWA, I actively facilitate women networking circles, have developed and manage a mentorship program for women and generally actively promote networking among women to support their career advancement. Creating connections and building relationships can directly influence and inspire someone to consider a leadership career. Learning from one another, following advice and believing in the power mentoring, I facilitate connections between women.
Supporting this objective, I have initiated the
series. A collection of interviews with successful female leaders and entrepreneurs who share insights into their career and professional past and future goals. These women are all role models, all with different paths, different approaches and different personal circumstances. But they are united by a common purpose – assisting women to consider a leadership career and encourage them to fulfill their professional ambitions. Read their inspiring and encouraging stories.
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„she interviews & connect with her“ group on LinkedIn.
Hope to see you there!