The proportion of women in the leadership ranks of organizations remains low around the world but, from country to country, there is surprising divergence. According to recent statistics, boardroom representation by women ranges from about 1-2% in Japan, to 17% in the United States, and much higher in countries like Norway (~40%).
Strategies to Promote Women Should Vary Across Cultures
Mandatory quotas will only be effective in some places.
July 16, 2014