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About the Pathways Study. Direct email invites to more than 5,000 women Media campaign - traditional, social Worked with key organizations in state Launched at IWLC conference in April and open through August . The average woman leader in Pathways Study. Demographics
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About the Pathways Study • Direct email invites to more than 5,000 women • Media campaign - traditional, social • Worked with key organizations in state • Launched at IWLC conference in April and open through August
The average woman leader in Pathways Study • Demographics • Between ages 35 and 64 • Married or in a partnership • Employed full-time • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree • Household income over $100,000
Her leadership experiences • Experiences • Has served on 1 to 5 committees, commissions or boards • Served in a formal leadership position 1 to 6 times • Service at work, professional associations, service organizations, schools, church
How women define leadership “Leadership is the willingness to take the first step, speak the first words or listen to the first whispers!” “Taking people places that they otherwise wouldn't go themselves.” “The ability to inspire greatness in others. To encourage individuals to realize their natural talents…to the fullest.” “Leadership is guiding a vision…as well as setting a standard for excellence.”
Same characteristics key to leadership for both sexes
Talents women bring to leadership “(Women have) the ability to think in a simultaneous way rather than only in a linear way - spider web rather than straight line.” “There are times when head and heart are needed to lead. Women do that well.” “I believe in general they can bring out the best in people better.”
Most leadership is at work, but many are leaders with service organizations
Female mentors most helpful, male peers not so much
Observing other leaders and “jumping in” most helpful to developing skills
Family responsibilities, not promoting self and lack of confidence are greatest barriers Participants could select up to three.
Women believe work flexibility, female role models and skill-building key to achieving Required to select three.
Volunteering and business leadership positions are roles of interest
Over half of women leaders are positive about opportunities for women in Iowa
Even more women leaders are positive about their own opportunities
Many find their own drive to achieve is the most important factor for success
Most important factor in pursuing leadership roles “Support from my colleagues, managers and my husband.” “My own confidence in my ability and my willingness to step forward as a leader.” “Knowledge about what is available and the path to obtaining positions.” “I believe that my own personal drive and skill development are the most important factors…it is up to me.”
Full report released in November • How to access this report • Questions?