Female Employees – Always keep these in mind when changing a Job
Most reporting managers or bosses don’t have a slightest of clue when facing a mass employee scenario and the same can happen when just one female valued employee resigns. As a boss, it is important to watch for the symptoms of an impending departure so that issues or concerns can be addressed before it is too late.
Female employees as compared to their male counterparts, are more determined and focussed in their job responsibilities. They don’t believe so much in frequent change and want to grow in their current job profiles which means job stability.
Here are some of the signs which the females have to keep in mind when changing a job:
- Work from Home Option or Work Flexibility
Female employees should check if there is work flexibility or work from home option available. This gives them an added advantage to effectively balance personal and professional life with equal attention. You may not need this now, but if you are looking for a long term association with the prospective employer, you can’t be sure that you would never gonna need it.
- Company’s Work Burden/Responsibilities
Female employees that are married or have additional responsibilities of kids need to put in extra efforts for maintaining the work-life balance. Depending upon your work profile, check out the possibilities of taking an off or a short leave in an emergency. Those with small children, some companies are now offering help by way of arranging crèches around the office.
- Future Growth or Opportunities
Female employees that are ambitious or value their professional growth in the longer run, look out for companies or roles where there is ample opportunities to learn and grow. You can even ask the HR to let you know about the growth chart for your profile.
- Social Media
Social media plays a critical role if a female employee needs to research about prospective employer company and evaluate its track record. Look to find ex-employee feedbacks on company’s social media platforms.
To Sum Up things
We have listed some of the pointers female employees take into consideration while changing jobs. Do also try to meet your future boss and colleagues. While you are waiting for your interview, do keep an eye on the happenings around and get a feel of the work environment and culture.
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