Going forward female owned businesses are expected to be the biggest growth sector in the next ten years, according to a range of independent studies. Female resignations hit a 30 year high according to the National Management Salary Survey, now in its 34th year. Based on a survey of 42,205 individuals the report finds that resignation rates for women stand at 7.8% compared to 6.4% for men. Commenting on the findings the Chartered Management Institute suggests women are more likely to leave their jobs because they have a greater entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to start their own business. The survey shows that women achieve promotion at a quicker rate than men but that efforts to redress the pay gap have begun to stall.
Women's Enterprise Day 2007 is on 14 November when more than 200 events on the theme of women's enterprise are expected to take place across the UK, and this year.
Fiona Price Female Enterprise Expert and leading entrepreneur, who has conducted research into barriers holding women back, is available for interview.
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Fiona says, “Women’s enterprise has reached a critical mass and though still the minority, women are making their mark in the business world. This has been aided by the fact that Government and business alike have realized the economic importance of supporting women in business. As important, is the different style and feel women bring to business. Through video interviews with its down to earth role models, Diva-Biz helps women to recognise and appreciate their differences, and offers men the chance to see what women bring to business – both in terms of the bottom line and sustainability. Women’s Enterprise Day (Nov 14th) is a great showcase.”