Be it menopause, maternity leave or imposter syndrome, there are multiple factors at play when we consider women’s wellbeing at work. At 71%, the female employment rate is the highest it’s ever been, with women in the workplace spanning multiple generations, working later in their lives than ever before. The number of working mothers in the UK has also surged in recent years, leading to an influx of women juggling families (or trying to start a family) and careers.
Sadly the gender pay gap tends to penalise rather than celebrate this feat, with reports finding women get a 4% pay cut for each child they have, compared to men who get a 6% pay increase on average. Amongst calls for mandatory ‘menstrual leave’ and ‘menopause policies’, companies need to acknowledge and embrace the vital part women play in the workplace. See our women’s wellbeing at work workshops below to get you started.
Some great tips on how to overcome imposter syndrome and I liked the interactive nature of the workshop. An excellent, enthusiastic, knowledgeable trainer.
I am now more aware as a manager on how to advise anyone in my team experiencing the menopause or anyone else who relates to this topic.
I just found the whole thing very enlightening. The Women’s Mental Health session felt welcoming, safe and was absolutely wonderful.
Date for your diaries: International Women’s Day is fast becoming an unmissable event on the corporate calendar, taking place on 8 March each year.