The glass ceiling: smashed or still holding strong?
Purpose – Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – “The conundrum of the glass ceiling” argues that despite the efforts of many organizations, the glass ceiling that prevents women rising in the workplace is still firmly in place. The article looks at various countries, finding there are still few females in the top roles, and those that are there have taken a lower salary than their male counterparts. It posits arguments in favor of women in senior positions as a good business strategy, yet points out both the difficulties women still face in terms of balancing the work/home ratio and in terms of enduring stereotypes. Practical implications – Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.
Year of publication: |
2006
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Other Persons: | in the workforce, Diversity (ed.) |
Published in: |
Human Resource Management International Digest. - Emerald Group Publishing Limited, ISSN 1758-7166, ZDB-ID 2082534-1. - Vol. 14.2006, 3, p. 19-21
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Publisher: |
Emerald Group Publishing Limited |
Subject: | Human resource management | Management strategy | Women | Business ethics |
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