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Women in Male-Dominated Careers

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Author
Gaines, Janelle
Abstract

[Excerpt] There are many areas of opportunity regarding gender fairness that can be crucial in defining a workplace. Some workplaces tend to be male-dominated due to women employees’ awareness, past experiences, and priorities. Male majority organizations give men the most power and influence over decisions, which in turn could affect women dramatically. Although the past discrimination women have faced has been changing, women may still face a variety of challenges in their male-dominated roles today. Those women who jump feet first into roles predominately held by males seek support from their colleagues while facing challenges of feeling incompetent, mistreatment, and lack of a voice in their workplaces. This article intends to explore these challenges and provide some possible solutions in creating an equal workplace for all employees.

Date Issued
2017-05-03
Keywords
HR Review
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male-dominated careers
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female participation
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workplace equality
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Required Publisher Statement: © Cornell HR Review. This article is reproduced here by special permission from the publisher.
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