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13 August 2024 / Quick Take
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Copy LinkIn a recent survey of 743 US workers by The Conference Board, women reported lower levels of confidence than men in the adequacy of their employers’ resources to help them develop and transition to different roles. Leaders who address these gaps can create a more prepared and motivated workforce.
Women are less satisfied with the time they spend learning and less confident in company-supported skills development. Both men and women exhibit commitment to skills development, with 95% of men and 89% of women spending at least one hour per week learning. However, 70% of men are satisfied with employer-allocated time for skills development during work hours versus just 62% of women. Moreover, women are 25% less likely than men to report confidence in the adequacy of their employers’ resources to prepare them for different roles.
Given the potential for significant and imminent artificial intelligence (AI)-driven changes, CEOs and chief learning officers should move quickly to enhance their organizations' upskilling strategies. By addressing the
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