To Explore the Challenges Faced by Women Working in Service Sector

Abstract

Though the ratio of women working in service sector has increased but still their representation in top positions is low in comparison to men. There are various factors that resist women's advancement to top positions. The present paper addresses the factors that contribute to problems and challenges women executive are facing to climb the corporate ladder. The data relating to study was collected from 200 women working in banks, hospitals and educational institutions in Punjab. The study revealed that gender biasness, prioritization of family over work, insensitive attitude of organization towards women's responsibilities are some of the factors which inhibit women from climbing the corporate ladder. The results of the study also explore the work life balance provisions that every organization should incorporate in its HR policies for helping women in managing both personal and official roles.