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Tanya Saksena

Tanya Saksena

Senior Copywriter, Lxme

Problems of Working Women

Shazia Ahmed, 37, launched her own research company two years ago, and is about to marry her long-time academic compatriot. Today, the millennial woman is more than just her home and office. She is an emotionally evolved and multi-functional being who dons several hats with elan all the while overcoming problems faced as a working woman with grace and grit. 

Go-getter woman

The millennial woman has passed the threshold of working women challenges & problems such as performing gender-conventional jobs of a teacher or nurse anymore. Today she cures as a doctor, explores as an astronaut, creates as an engineer and fights tooth and nail as an attorney and that’s not even scratching the surface of the possibilities of what she can do. She runs corporations PepsiCo and ICICI. She even runs all of Germany and several other nations. She plays intergender tennis and she runs marathons with millions – often for charity – and wins.

The millennial woman is charging into every sphere and changing the landscape. It’s not hard to believe that in the past few decades she has taken up newer careers and charted a course for herself. Powered by professional degrees and determination of overcoming  several problems faced by working women, she is expanding job descriptions and enjoying independence hitherto unknown to previous generations..

Some of the problems working women face in India include pay disparity where they are paid less than their male counterparts and gender inequality which can manifest into fewer opportunities for advancements in the workplace, and many others that hinder their career growth. However, their success transcends the conventions of being hard-nosed and chasing careers with a vengeance. More urban working women recognise these problems and are looking for rewards beyond economic independence through professional occupation. While the rush of a busy schedule is addictive, several working women now actively seek purpose and meaning through and in work.

The purpose of work

Another essential working women challenge that these professionals face is overlap between the jobs they must perform, those they consider socially responsible, and those they would most enjoy.

Women problems also involve professionals looking for more at work than just the responsibilities they are meant to shoulder. So, what are the solutions for these working women’s problems? Women are now looking to be rewarded subliminally by employers and clients alike. Great colleagues, for one: when you spend eight hours a day for five days a week, you want friendly and receptive beings around. Often, the workplace is governed by transactional relationships – get to the office on time, be efficient, get the job done, and go back home a little less yourself. But an environment that is geared for success at every level of hierarchy is conducive to the success of the entire organisation. Women are more cognizant of this phenomenon and are increasingly pushing for, as well as demanding it.

Work is only part of the worship

Millennial women also seek more flexibility. This is not just about the working women’s problem of maintaining a work-life balance but also about job satisfaction and defining direction and leadership at one’s own pace suited to bespoke capability spectrums. Flexibility hence, is not just managing a career after starting a family but also about having freedom and responsibility – a proactive involvement beyond job descriptions.  

Meaningful work, therefore, surpasses money, title enhancements, job security, and even flexible hours.

For the millennial woman, growth pervades all silos. This growth hinges on discovering and unlocking more personal potential by conquering working women’s challenges and problems. It releases from others’ aspirations. It allows greater independence in making a difference and preserving the ability to nurture the future. 

FAQs 

What are some working women’s problems in India today?

Women’s problems in the workplace in India are significant, including gender pay disparity, a lack of work-life balance support, and constant pressure to excel. These challenges represent issues that need better solutions for success and career growth. 

How do we overcome pay disparity in the workplace?

One of the consequential problems facing working women in India is pay disparity. The first step to overcoming this problem is awareness, followed by thorough research of compensation provided in your market and then negotiating a fair pay that suits one’s skills and job role. 

What are resources available to overcome problems faced by working women?

Several online and offline resources are available to help working women overcome challenges and problems, such as professional networks and organisations, educational and career development, government programs, and support groups such as forums and social media communities. 

How do I improve myself as a working woman?

A sure way to overcome these problems faced by working women is to consistently improve yourself. Some ways to do so are to instil confidence in yourself, surround yourself with supportive friends and colleagues, make wise investment and health decisions, and invest in training and courses to upskill your career.

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