In my online presentation, "Empowering Equity, Driving Adaptability: Transforming Project Management for Success," I will address the challenges faced by women in the field of project management, and explore ways to promote gender equity and drive change in the industry. I will provide valuable insights and strategies for attendees looking to advance their careers in project management, particularly for women facing barriers in the industry. I will start by acknowledging the current state of the industry, where project management has long been dominated by men, leading to under-representation and undervaluation of women. I will present research showing that gender diversity in the workplace leads to better performance, increased innovation, and improved decision-making. Next, I will delve into the specific challenges faced by women in project management, such as unconscious bias, gender pay gap, and limited representation in leadership positions. I will provide strategies and best practices for overcoming these challenges and promoting equity in the workplace. I will also discuss the role of adaptability in driving success in project management, highlighting the importance of continuously learning and adapting to changes in the industry. I will present practical tools and techniques that attendees can use to improve their adaptability and drive success in their careers. Finally, I will conclude the presentation by discussing the importance of community and support in promoting equity and driving change. I will encourage attendees to connect with others, share their experiences, and collaborate to create a more inclusive and equitable future for women in project management.

1. Empowering Equity,
Driving Adaptability:
Transforming Project
Management for Success

2. TAKEAWAYS:
MAINTOPICS:
Importance of gender equity in project management
Diversity and adaptability as drivers of project success
Addressing challenges faced by women in project
management
Strategies for promoting gender equity in the workplace
Building inclusive project teams
Power of data-driven decision making for project success
Collaboration and support for promoting equity and driving
change
Gender equity in project management
Diversity, adaptability benefits
Challenges for women in PM
Promoting gender equity strategies
Building inclusive project teams
Data-driven decision making
Collaboration and support
Gender Equity in Project
Management: Is Change
Needed?

3. The gender pay gap in project management is at 17%
Just 22% of project management
offices are led by women
The Under-Representation of Women in
Project Management: Why Change is
Needed?
70%
30%
Women only make up 30% of project
management roles
22%
78%
"If we're not incorporating diversity
of thought and experience, we're
missing out on an opportunity for
innovation" - Cindy Kent

4. Broader range of perspectives and ideas
More inclusive decision-making
Attraction top talent
The Power of Gender
Diversity in Project
Management
How diverse teams drive better outcomes,
spark innovation, and make smarter
decisions?
30% female leaders in companies linked to higher net profit margins
NASA Mars project failed due to lack of diverse perspectives
Supporting evidence:

5. Unconscious bias: biases in hiring, promotions, and evaluations
Gender pay gap: paid less than male counterparts, gap widens
with career progression
Limited representation in leadership: small percentage hold
executive roles
Challenges Faced by Women in
Project Management

6. The Stories of Women in Project
Management
Mary
Sarah
Anna
Sandra

7. A Pathway to Gender Equity
Implicit bias: unconscious attitudes that affect behavior
Confirmation bias: favoring information that confirms beliefs
Halo effect: making judgments based on one trait
Groupthink: conforming to group opinions or values
Types of bias:

8. Building a Strong Support System:
Creating Mentorship and Sponsorship
Programs for Gender Equity in Project
Management
Women in Leadership Sponsorship Program
Cross-Functional Mentoring and
Sponsorship
Reverse Mentoring and Sponsorship
Leadership Development Programs
Women's Resource Groups
Executive Coaching

9. The Power of Adaptability:
Driving Success in Project
Management
Building resilience and flexibility to manage change effectively
Developing a growth mindset to embrace new challenges and
opportunities
Leveraging feedback and reflection to learn and grow from experiences
Investing in continuous learning through training and development
opportunities
Cultivating a culture of innovation and experimentation
Improving Adaptability in Project Management:
By improving adaptability skills,
project managers can navigate the
ever-changing landscape of project
management and achieve their goals

10. "Embracing Growth for Career Advancement"
Identifying strengths and areas for growth
Creating a personalized development plan
Seeking mentorship and coaching
Attending industry events and networking
Embracing new technologies and trends
Prioritizing growth will keep you ahead in project
management and propel your career forward
Toinvestinyourdevelopment,consider:
Investing in Your Professional
Development in Project Management

11. Building Inclusive Project Teams:
Harnessing the Power of Diversity
Creating a culture of respect and inclusivity
Fostering open communication and collaboration
Implementing unbiased hiring and promotion practices
Offering diversity and inclusion training to all team members
Empowering underrepresented groups
By building diverse and inclusive teams, you'll meet stakeholder
needs, drive innovation, and achieve project goals
Best practices:
WhyaDiverseandInclusive
WorkplaceDrivesSuccessinProject
Management

12. Common ways for cultivating an Inclusive Culture
Establish a diversity and inclusion committee
Encourage open feedback and suggestions
Provide leadership opportunities for underrepresented groups
Recognize and celebrate all team members' contributions
Offer flexibility and accommodations for diverse needs

13. Data-Driven Project Execution:
Practical Strategies for Success
Demographic data
Equity impact assessments
Feedback and surveys
Performance metrics
Employee engagement and retention data
Some key data points to consider collecting and analyzing include:
Incorporating Actionable Insights into Project
Planning and Workflows

14. Inclusive Future for Women in Project Management
The benefits of community building in promoting equity and driving change
Strategies for building a supportive network of peers and allies
The importance of mentorship and sponsorship in advancing women in project management
Tips for creating a culture of inclusion and belonging in the workplace
By building a strong and supportive community, we
can drive change and create a more equitable future
for women in project management

15. Connect, Share, Collaborate: Empowering Women
in Project Management
Networking and community building in project management
Sharing experiences and knowledge with peers and allies
Collaborative strategies for promoting equity and change
Supporting and uplifting each other for equity and inclusion
Join the Movement for Equity and Inclusion

16. Applying Data-Driven Strategies and Collaboration
to Empower Equity in Project Management
Data and analytics - informed decisions and drive project success
Equity and diversity improve innovation and team performance
Collaboration and support create an inclusive future
Empowering individuals leads to positive change and better outcomes
Apply these insights for career success and positive change
Key Takeaways :
"Do the best you can until
you know better. Then when
you know better, do better."
- Maya Angelou

17. Thanks for your time