A majority of women say their stress levels are higher than they were a year ago and plan to leave their employer within the next two years, reveals the latest Deloitte report.
“Even employers, with the best intentions for employees’ health, focus on weight loss. Instead, they should focus on wellness,” said Kara Richardson Whitely, a National Expert on Extended Sizes and author of Gorge: My Journey Up Kilimanjaro.
“Direct managers have the most influence on employees and are critical for cultural changes such as DEI. If they are not committed, a cultural change is unlikely to happen. Missing consistent leadership commitment is one reason why companies don't progress on DEI” says Matt Krentz, Managing Director, Boston Consulting Group.
A lot of individuals with autism show excellent technical abilities, which are required in IT, software, and coding careers. The precise structure required in solving IT issues appeals to and works on their logical thinking, says neurodiversity consultant Gopika Kapoor, who pitches for their employment in these sectors.
The use of digital solutions might enable high-impact when it comes to implementing DEI policies, but a human touch continues to be fundamental in such journeys to create the right workplace culture.
Women tech leaders, who have achieved success despite the odds, share their insights on their career paths, how the new generations of women leaders are breaking the glass ceiling, new challenges and changing the future of work.