Moving on up: What are the obstacles women are facing as they climb up the career ladder?

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More steps On average, it takes women nearly a year and a half longer than men to become CEO.

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Lack of StrategyA Skillsoft survey found that only 7% of women believed their workplace had a strategy in place aimed specifically at developing women leaders.

Fewer opportunities Women are still offered only a sprinkling of openings versus men.

No supportThe pervasive lack of support found in most workplaces stifles ideas of progression or promotion.

Lower pay On average, male CEOs earn upwards of £2 million more than women as of the fiscal year 2016.

Family tiesOlder workers perceive having a family as abarrier for women more so than men.

M ving on Up What are the obstacles facing women as

they climb the career ladder?

Stress FactorWith or without children, the majority of women see stress as a reason not to seek promotion.

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