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Breaking through the glass ceiling: an industrial perspective

S K Harlander1

  • 1Dairy Foods Research and Development, Land O'Lakes, Inc., Minneapolis, MN, USA.

Journal of Animal Science
|November 1, 1996
PubMed
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Promoting gender diversity in the workforce is crucial for business success. Companies must actively support women

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Area of Science:

  • Business Strategy
  • Organizational Psychology
  • Human Resources Management

Background:

  • The future workforce will be increasingly diverse, with a significant rise in the number of women.
  • Existing barriers, like the 'glass ceiling,' hinder women's advancement and negatively impact companies.
  • Gender diversity is recognized as a critical business strategy for organizational success.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore strategies for attracting and empowering talented women in the workplace.
  • To identify key components of successful gender diversity initiatives.
  • To highlight the role of mentoring programs in breaking down barriers for women.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on gender diversity and workplace advancement.
  • Analysis of personal mentoring experiences in academic and corporate settings.
  • Case study of a pilot mentoring program at Land O'Lakes.

Main Results:

  • Successful gender diversity programs require a holistic approach.
  • Initiatives should address quality of life, training, policies, and management accountability.
  • Mentoring programs are a vital component for supporting women's career progression.

Conclusions:

  • Companies must proactively create environments that foster women's potential.
  • Implementing comprehensive gender diversity strategies, including mentoring, is essential for overcoming the 'glass ceiling'.
  • Investing in gender diversity initiatives drives individual growth and organizational success.

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