In recent years, a lot has been done to address gender inequality in the workplace. We do seem to be moving in the right direction but there is a lot that still needs to be done. Interestingly, our gender may be affecting how we job hunt and could be influencing our decisions about whether to apply for a role or not.

While every person is unique and we should not be making gender-based assumptions, research into how men and women conduct their job search has uncovered some gender-based differences. Are men and women approaching their careers differently, and if so could this be having an impact on gender equality in the workplace?

The infographic below reveals how research suggests women and men conduct their job hunt. It also encourages employers to take steps to ensure that their job adverts are presented in a way that appeals equally to both male and female candidates.

Do you agree with what the research says?

Some Interesting Points to Note:

• Women are often put off by words in job descriptions that are typically associated with masculine traits.
• 52% of men ask for a higher salary during the recruitment process.
• Women often still earn less than men in the same role.

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