Women Leaders Breaking the Glass Ceiling in Singapore's Construction Industry

摘要

Women constitute a large talent pool. The construction industry should encourage women to join it and grow as leaders. These leaders would be role models who would also serve as magnets for attracting other women. With more women attracted to the construction industry, the sector would be in a better position to cope with the talent crisis it faces currently. Also, the social image of the industry could be enhanced. Organizations that seek to unleash the potential of women and take advantage of the softer side of leadership need to formulate strategies to develop the next generation of female leaders. In each organization, women can be provided with opportunities to develop their leadership potential via networking, mentoring, and coaching programs; women-only training; and women-oriented human resource strategies. Effort should also be made to provide a working environment that is not forbidding and intimidating toward women. Organizations should also provide women with opportunities to use their skills and talents to attain corporate goals.