Study Theres still a gender pay gap, but its closing

Study Theres still a gender pay gemeinsame agrarpolitik, but its closingStudy Theres still a gender pay gap, but its closingThe gender pay gap perseveres, according to Glassdoor Economic Researchs new study, Progress on the Gender Pay Gap 2019.The study focuses on the years 2016-18 and eight countries the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Singapore, and Australia. It analyzes over 425,000 salary reports from their website. Its a followup to Glassdoors first gender pay gap study, which covered the years 2006-15.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreThere has been progress, however The U.S. adjusted pay gap has narrowed from 6.5% in 2011 to 4.6% in 2018, thanks to a tight labor market and more women in the workplace.Mind the gapMen earn 21.4% higher base pay than women on average, based on 425,000 salaries shared by full-time U.S. employees on Glassdoor .However, if comparing workers of similar age, education, and experience, the gap closes to 19.1%And if comparing workers with the same job title, employer, and location, the gap closes further to 4.9%How does the U.S. gender pay gap compare with other countries?The gap is the closest in Australia, with women earning 97 centers per mens dollar.Thats followed by France and Canada, with the United States coming in fourth, with the adjusted gap at 95 cents.The Netherlands comes in last, with an adjusted gap of 93 cents.What makes up the gap?In general, the main factors are industry, job title, age, and the difference in education and experience (although this is shrinking). Occupational and industry segregation which is the tendency of men and women to work in jobs and industries that pay differently is the biggest factor of the gender pay gap, by about 56.5%.Theres also a factor called Oaxaca-Blinder Decomposition, meaning that there is some other unexplained and unobserved factor t hat researchers cant see in their data.Industries with the largest gender pay gapsHere are the industries with the largest gender pay gap. Keep in mind that the U.S. average adjusted gender pay gap is 4.9%.Media 6.4%Retail 6.4%Construction, repair, and maintenance 6.2%Oil, gas, energy, and utilities 6.2%Insurance 5.9%Jobs with the largest gender pay gapsPilot 26.6 (up from 16% in 2006-15)Chef 24.6%C-suite 24%Deputy manager 17.1%Branch manager 12.8%Interestingly, one jobs gender pay gap decreased dramatically between the 2006-15 study and 2016-18 Computer Programmer went from an 11.6% gap to -16.7%.Jobs with the smallest gender pay gaps.Merchandiser -7.8%Research assistant -5.9%Field services -5.8%Inventory specialist -5.6%Logistics manager -3.0%Social worker -3.0%Purchasing specialist -2.5%Military officer -1.5%Solutions specialist -1.5%Communications associate -1.1%5 occupations where women made the biggest leapThis chart shows shrinking gaps between the 2006-5 study and the curre nt one. Logistics Manager made the biggest leap, from an 11.5% disadvantage to -3.0%.What does age have to do with it?Older workers usually experience more of a gender pay gap than younger workers, who face less discrimination entering the workforce today than their parents did. Older women may face age discrimination in the job market. And theres the factor of having children, and possibly staying out of the job force for some time while raising them.What will close the gap?It depends on how good the economy is, trends in gender balances across all college majors (think more women in business and accounting, not just English), parental leave policies and other policies that help women and families, and less segregation of men and women into jobs that pay differently.- - - Meanwhile, a recent survey by TSheets found that attitudes about equal pay are still behind the times1/3 of employers surveyed both women and men admitted to underpaying people based on gender.One in five busi ness owners surveyed said that men and women did not always deserve equal pay.Less than 2/3 of male business owners surveyed said men and women should always receive equal pay, compared to 72% of female business owners.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

Resume Tricks That Dont Work

Resume Tricks That Dont WorkResume Tricks That Dont Work There is a lot of content out there that will claim to solve your resume woes. The truth is, there is no quick fix for a resume in need, and you should steer clear of anyone who claims otherwise. With an average of 250 applications received per open role, hiring managers have seen countless resumes and have a keen eye for the sneaky secrets applicants may use to try to slide through.If youre thinking of trying one of these resume tricks, you may want to think again.While a strong template can definitely grab attention and help you stand out, be very discerning when it comes to visual elements that pop. This goes for loud colors, graphics, and charts. Unless you are in a field like graphic design, subtlety will be the name of the game. And remember, elaborate formatting can often render your resume unreadable by applicant tracking systems .It should also be noted that including a headshot on your resume is a prac tice of the past. Doing so can open the door to many types of discrimination, and employers may reject your CV immediately just to prevent potential accusations.Adding a keyword section to highlight your specific skill set is a great way to ensure that your resume will make it past an ATS it can also make sure that a hiring manager can easily locate the required skills for the role on your CV. A bad idea, however, is adding a keyword section so expansive that it attempts to veil a thin work history. Hiring managers can see through this easily. After all, it doesnt matter how many keywords and proficiencies you include in your resume if you dont have the accomplishments (with evidence) to back them up.This failed resume trick is especially relevant for mid- and senior-level professionals. If your strategy is to wow hiring managers with your full career history, you may want to rethink your approach. One of the most common resume mistakes job seekers make is believing that length denotes ability. However, while you may have over 20 years of experience, a hiring manager is not going to be interested in the day-to-day responsibilities of your entry-level role.The appropriate length of your resume is dependent on where you are in your career , but the standard is two pages. Overall, being brief and selective about the experience you include will ensure readability and demonstrate that you know what accomplishments are most important for the role youre applying to.Any personal information aside from your contact information (read email, phone number, LinkedIn URL, and city and state of residence) has no place on a modern resume. Details about interests and hobbies, family life, or colorful jokes will not entertain or delight a hiring manager , nor will these elements provide a better understanding of your personality in a way that is valuable to the hiring process. Venturing into the area of creative writing can be risky and, if at all, should be contained to a cover letter.This article was originally published by TopResume . Reprinted with permission.

How to Deal With Unreasonable Demands From Your Boss

How to Deal With Unreasonable Demands From Your Boss How to Deal With Unreasonable Demands From Your Boss 6:45 PM. I’m waiting at a restaurant for a colleague. We have dinner plans, and she’s uncharacteristically late. Finally, she shows up, frustrated and disappointed. “Lately, my boss has been making me stay after hours, even if I’m caught up on my work! She called me into her office at 5:30 PM tonight to assign a new project, knowing I had to leave at 6!” Earlier that day, a longtime client came late for his coaching session. He’d never been late before, having always had control of his schedule at the architectural firm where he worked. That is, until management changed. “My new boss assigned a totally unreasonable deadline. He has no idea how long it will take me to deliver the results that he wants.” My client was feeling pressured and discouraged by having to perform at a level he couldn’t sustain. “This is killing my passion to do my best work.” Sound familiar? If your boss feels like the reincarnation of the ruthless editor in The Devil Wears Prada- full of unreasonable demands, issuing inhumane deadlines- you might be wondering: What’s the best way to handle this situation? How can I give my boss feedback without sounding like I’m just “whining?” How can I communicate in a way that won’t jeopardize my reputation or position? Here’s what I suggested to my colleague and to my client, and what I’d suggest for you, too: 1. Avoid Group-Griping Sessions It’s tempting to gripe with co-workers about how unreasonable your boss is. And yes, we often feel better after venting and getting some support. But spewing out criticism and negativity is not productive- it doesn’t resolve anything. Plus, the absolute last thing you want is word to get back to your boss that you’ve been complaining around the office. 2. Release Frustration First, Talk Later If your boss is making unreasonable requests, you need to have a conversation about it. But before that big conversation, it’s essential to release your heated, pent-up emotions, so that you’re even-keeled and ready for a calm, productive discussion. To release feelings safely and effectively, try thwacking a pillow with a towel that’s knotted on one end (once you’re back home, of course). Or scream into the pillow (it muffles the sound). Even better, try verbalizing your feelings out loud as you thwack or scream. “I’m so angry at you for ________.” “You are so unreasonable and ________.” “Why do you have to ________?” Get all of those feelings out of your system in a safe, private space. That way, when it’s time for a face-to-face chat with your boss, you won’t be holding onto all of that bottled-up negativity. It will be much easier to express yourself with grace. 3. Script Your Request in Advance That said, asking your boss to “behave differently” can still feel scary and stressful. To alleviate some of that anxiety, script out exactly what you plan to say in advance. Here’s some language that I suggested to my colleague and to my client: Good morning [manager’s name], Thank you for taking the time to meet with me today. I know how busy you are, and I hope this won’t take long. I want to do my absolute best work for you, and I need your help to make that possible. Here’s what I’m running into: When you [describe unreasonable demand], I find it hard to [describe how you’re not able to meet the demand]. This makes me feel [share how you feel]. This has happened on quite a few occasions: [list a few of them]. I realize that you have high expectations, and I am flattered that you believe I am capable of handling [unreasonable demand]. I have tried to find a way to [how you have tried to meet the unreasonable demand]. I’m finding that while [reasonable demand] can be done on schedule and with high quality, [unreasonable demand] cannot. Again, this is because [as above, explain why the unreasonable demand cannot be met, but with a little more detail]. As an alternative, I’d like to suggest: [offer alternative plan for meeting your boss’ request]. Thanks for your time, and thank you for listening. During our next session, my coaching client had happy news to report: “That script worked. My boss totally got it. In fact, my boss actually apologized for being so focused on delivering results for the firm that he hadn’t assessed the time it would take for me to complete what he’d requested. So he revised his request to include a realistic timeframe.” Remember: Your boss is a human being, just like you- capable of doing extraordinary work, and capable of making misjudgments, as well. But just because your boss makes an unreasonable request (or three) doesn’t mean that he or she is an “unreasonable person.” When you voice your needs clearly and calmly, you can turn even the worst management nightmare in a productive conversation- creating a sane, humane place to do your best work. Photo of boss courtesy of Shutterstock.