According to a new report, perceived discrimination at work affects both men and women, but women are more negatively impacted. Specifically, it decreases their confidence in their value, their suitability for their job, and their ability to complete tasks.
About 4 in 10 women report experiencing discrimination at work because of their gender. Examples of workplace discrimination described by women include:
- Being paid less than men with the same or similar job responsibilities.
- Being evaluated or held to a different standard than their male colleagues.
- Getting excluded from important meetings.
- Being fired or demoted due to a pregnancy.
- Being subjected to unwanted sexual advances.
When women report experiencing discrimination, it is important to take those complaints seriously, listen, and work to empower your employees with the confidence they need to be productive and successful.
