Women are historically underrepresented in leadership positions and currently make up less than 30% of executive leadership positions at S&P100 companies. Organizations that recognize this disparity are proactively encouraging more female candidates to apply for leadership roles.Here, 15 Newsweek Expert Forum members discuss actionable ways companies can attract and retain women in leadership positions.
Implement a Mentor ProgramCompanies can implement a mentorship shadowing program where highly talented and potential female leaders are paired with current executives. These mentorship efforts should focus on promoting leadership skills and fostering career growth. It is a strategy centered on the self-efficacy psychology theory where one's capabilities are enhanced through reminders of their innate talents. - Dr. Kira Graves, Kira Graves Consulting8.