TechHR
ex
L&D
UNPLUGGED
Sphere
About Us • Contact Us
People Matters ANZ
People Matters Logo
Login / Signup
People Matters Logo
Login / Signup
  • Current
  • Top Stories
  • News
  • Magazine
  • Research
  • Events
  • Videos
  • Webinars
  • Podcast

© Copyright People Matters Media Pte. Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

 

 

  • HotTopic
    HR Folk Talk FutureProofHR
  • Strategy
    Leadership Csuite StrategicHR EmployeeRelations BigInterview
  • Recruitment
    Employer Branding Appointments Permanent Hiring Recruitment
  • Performance
    Skilling PerformanceMgmt Compensation Benefits L&D Employee Engagement
  • Culture
    Culture Life@Work Diversity Watercooler SheMatters
  • Tech
    Technology HR Technology Funding & Investment Startups Metaverse
  • About Us
  • Advertise with us
  • Become a sponsor
  • Contact Us
  • Feedback
  • Write For Us

Follow us:

Privacy Policy • Terms of Use

© Copyright People Matters Media Pte. Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

People Matters Logo
  • Current
  • Top Stories
  • News
  • Magazine
  • Research
  • Events
  • Videos
  • Webinars
  • Podcast
Login / Signup

Categories:

  • HotTopic
    HR Folk Talk FutureProofHR
  • Strategy
    Leadership Csuite StrategicHR EmployeeRelations BigInterview
  • Recruitment
    Employer Branding Appointments Permanent Hiring Recruitment
  • Performance
    Skilling PerformanceMgmt Compensation Benefits L&D Employee Engagement
  • Culture
    Culture Life@Work Diversity Watercooler SheMatters
  • Tech
    Technology HR Technology Funding & Investment Startups Metaverse
Here’s why you should have more women HR leaders

Story • 17th Apr 2024 • 3 Min Read

Here’s why you should have more women HR leaders

LeadershipDiversity#HRCommunity

Author: Aloysius Navarro Aloysius Navarro
5.1K Reads
Allowing more women to learn and grow into leadership roles will be crucial in shaping the culture of the next generation of workers.

The workplace has changed for the benefit of employees through the years – as more businesses realised the value of adopting diversity and inclusion into their spaces.

Although more women have taken up leadership roles in recent years, a significant number of women are still left to experience discrimination stemming from unchecked workplace bias.

As the workplace shifts to the new normal, allowing more women to learn and grow into leadership roles will be crucial in shaping the culture of the next generation.

READ MORE | The science of fair pay: Who pays workers better?

The importance of bringing diversity in leadership

A study by McKinsey & Company has revealed that integration of diversity in the workplace boosts employee performance and drives up the overall business value.

Businesses that have adopted a diverse cast at work received a whopping 3.5% increase in finances for every 10% boost in gender diversity and inclusivity for their employees.

This means that companies should freely integrate a diversified cast of leaders and managers where businesses greatly benefit from cultural and financial aspects.

However, negative impressions of women at work persist because of unrecognised internal bias, gender discrimination and microaggressive behaviour.

Breaking down these barriers would mean that businesses should promote closing the gender pay divide and focus on embodying equality for their employees.

On average, most male employees earn almost a quarter more than the majority of women at work which shows that men are above the hierarchy in the corporate world.

READ MORE | Australian women are more educated than men, but gender divides remain at work

Despite major improvements over the last few years, the gender pay gap has remained wide and existing which has sparked a division in the modern office.

Why you should have more women HR leaders

As an employer, it’s important to counter the culture of discrimination against women and other minorities – allowing a diversified leadership cast can be beneficial.

Women influence the future of work.

Businesses who are looking to spark change across their organisation can look to women for inspiration. The unique skill set that women possess can influence the workforce. By having a positive influence at work, future employees will be set on a path. The future of work heavily relies on the capabilities of up-and-coming bright leaders. Bringing in more inspiring women in leadership will greatly impact the workplace for generations to come.

Fresh ideas can shape the next generation.

The workplace is in dire need of fresh ideas and new perspectives as businesses head towards a new direction. Women in leadership roles can certainly bring about change. Their leadership styles are known to build fresh goals for businesses. New ideas can inspire success for organisations as employers look for answers in the new generation. Women in leadership can provide exactly what businesses look for – forward-thinking, transformational ideas.

READ MORE | Why do we need more women in risk management?

Women provide different perspectives on work and the workforce.

If you’ve hit a wall with the same problem over and over, having more women in leadership roles can spark progress with their different perspectives. Representation gives all kinds of people a place to voice out their ideas. By giving more women a voice in the HR leadership role, your organisation can increase diversity to shape workplace culture.

Leaders who are women can close the gender wage gap at work.

The discrepancies in wages between male and female employees can certainly affect morale in an organisation. But by having more women in leadership, there is a greater likelihood of organisations opening up to the discourse on pay equity and gender equality.

Read More

Did you find this article helpful?


You Might Also Like

Did Microsoft's leadership let Skype crumble?

STORY • 6th May 2025 • 3 Min Read

Did Microsoft's leadership let Skype crumble?

LeadershipTechnologyBusiness#HRTech#HRCommunity
The trust factor: What leaders should know

STORY • 29th Apr 2025 • 5 Min Read

The trust factor: What leaders should know

LeadershipExecutive EducationTalent Management
Leading the way to a sustainable tomorrow

STORY • 22nd Apr 2025 • 3 Min Read

Leading the way to a sustainable tomorrow

Leadership#ESG#WorldEarthDay
NEXT STORY: New Zealand imam and dairy farm owner allegedly exploited migrant workers

Trending Stories

  • design-thinking-hr

    New tech incoming: how do you get people to accept it?

  • design-thinking-hr

    Why people metrics matter more than ever

  • design-thinking-hr

    ChatGPT Walks It Back — AI Giants Race Ahead

  • design-thinking-hr

    Skype is dead: Did Microsoft's leadership let a billion-doll...

People Matters Logo

Follow us:

Join our mailing list:

By clicking “Subscribe” button above, you are accepting our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Company:

  • About Us
  • Advertise with us
  • Become a sponsor
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use

Contact:

  • Contact Us
  • Feedback
  • Write For Us

© Copyright People Matters Media Pte. Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

Get the latest Articles, Insight, News & Trends from the world of Talent & Work. Subscribe now!
People Matters Logo

Welcome Back!

or

Enter your registered email address to login

Not a user yet? Lets get you signed up!

A 5 digit OTP has been sent to your email address.

This is so we know it's you. Haven't received it yet? Resend the email or then change your email ID.

People Matters Logo

Welcome! Let's get you signed up...

Starting with the absolulte basics.

Already a user? Go ahead and login!

A 5 digit OTP has been sent to your email address.

This is so we know it's you. Haven't received it yet? Resend the email or then change your email ID.

Let's get to know you better

We'll never share your details with anyone, pinky swear.

And lastly...

Your official designation and company name.