'But there is still a problem around perceptions of technology – many younger women aren’t attracted to it because they don’t feel the connection.'
, which captures the views of more than 3,600 technology leaders around the world, finds there has been almost no change in gender diversity in the profession since last year’s survey.
It’s important that we keep on working to change the way technology is viewed as a career, especially by the new generation, and bring out the many ways in which women are brilliantly suited to it. Many tech roles involve the need for innovative thinking, communication, relationship building, influencing and listening – skills that a lot of women possess in abundance.
“It’s important that we keep on working to change the way technology is viewed as a career and bring out the many ways in which women are brilliantly suited to it”Job specifications frequently include a long list of essential qualities and experience. Research has shown that men will usually apply if they tick the box on about 60% of them – whereas many women will only do so if they can. This means hiring managers should focus on the genuine essentials of the role to keep lists shorter.
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