re: Building a Better Team

Ruth Morton — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 18:34:35 GMT

Hi Margaret,

The research of Dr. Cukier and others shows that there are a number of different reasons for this and the problem is not a simple one. On the one hand, there are organizational conditions which have to do with how women are retained and promoted. There are also other contributing factors such as culture and workplace conditions.

This is an area that we'll be talking about during the webcast next week. If you or anyone else have any questions you'd like Dr. Cukier address (I've already added this one), leave a comment here or email me using the email tab above.

Better yet, come and join us and you'll have an opportunity to ask your questions during the webcast.

Cheers,

Ruth

re: Building a Better Team

Margaret Pennyfather — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:22:33 GMT

What do you think is the cause of women leaving the IT field in droves?

Is it a cultural thing?

Have they outgrown the industry?

Are they bored and want to move on?

Is it frustration with fit/culture/difference between men and women in thought patterns and growth?

Do they need better training in surviving and thriving in a male dominated environment (such as the courses offered by Rotman at U of T)?