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Social Joy connects seekers of career opportunity with industry experienced solvers able to mentor

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Who we help and how we help

WOMEN IN IT

The gender gap in the IT industry remains large. In 2020, Statista revealed that women represent only about 25% of employees at GAFAM – which stands for Google, Apple, Facebook, Amazon and Microsoft – the world’s largest tech companies. Possibly, one of the reasons for this is the fact that women are discouraged by the male-dominated culture of the IT sector.

But whatever the reasons for this gender gap in IT, the world is changing.  

  • Female tech positions are growing 238% faster than their male counterparts.
  • 85% of women in tech say that they love their job.
  • 56% of women in tech leave their jobs at mid-level positions BUT 22% of them do so to start their own business

Social Joy is committed to helping more women get into IT.  We actively campaign to send a positive message for women everywhere to get onboard.

We promote mentoring programs to assist individuals considering a career in IT for the first time, to understand the opportunities, the challenges, the possibilities and the options. 

Why Do We Need More Women in IT and Tech?

Why Do We Need More Women in IT and Tech?

Why Does Gender Diversity in Tech Matter? In a speech at Cornell Tech, back in 2016, Judith Spitz gave four reasons as to why improving gender diversity matters in the technology industry. These were: Return on Investment - Diverse teams have a better return on...

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Interview with a Female Leader in the Recruitment Industry

Interview with a Female Leader in the Recruitment Industry

As a part of the Female Leadership topic for September, we interviewed Diana Doro, VP of Sales for Workspend Inc, a global leader in providing innovative talent supply chain solutions. We asked Diana a number of questions about her perspective of female leadership,...

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FIRST TIME FREELANCERS

The idea of becoming a freelancer and joining the gig economy can be daunting, especially as the press surrounding gig working has been so negative over the past few years.  The fact is, gig working – i.e. creating an income from more than one employment by having a series of employments or contracts – is on the increase.  And for good reason.  Millions of people around the world find they can better harness their skills, follow their passions and find a better work-life balance by becoming a freelancer or contingent worker.

Here at Social Joy, we help individuals considering a freelance or contingent worker lifestyle to weigh up the pros and cons.  A key part of what we do is bring access to individuals who are already freelancers (generally in the same industry), people who are able to offer advice and describe their own personal experiences.

Top Tips for a Career as a Freelancer

Top Tips for a Career as a Freelancer

Are you considering a career change that will allow you to have more flexibility and control over your work life? In which case, you may be thinking about becoming a freelancer which means you can work for yourself. It can be a daunting transition when you are...

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Why Women Should Work in IT and Tech

Why Women Should Work in IT and Tech

With a lack of female role models within the IT and Tech sector, it's difficult for women to aspire to work in an industry dominated by men. For this reason, we want to demonstrate why women should work in IT and Tech. We've chosen the aspects which we feel women are...

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Top Tips to Get into IT and Tech

Top Tips to Get into IT and Tech

Are you interested in a career in IT and Tech but have no idea how to get started? We understand it can be daunting to embark upon a career that is a specialized field of work. For this reason, we have created a list of top tips to guide you in the right...

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GETTING BACK TO WORK

 

Returning to the workplace after a long period away can be daunting.  Many things can change over the period individuals are spending time away.  It can feel like you’re starting over. And for some, that’s precisely what they want to do. Sometimes, a break can change everything.  For some, it’s a great time to consider options, and reconsider their chosen career path.  Those in this situation may feel somewhat unsure about which way to go, how to get there or whether it’s even possible.

At Social Joy we help women get back into work through programs and activities to mentor, support and fund initiatives that make ‘the big return’ a positive and potentially life-changing experience.

Tips for Returning to Work

Tips for Returning to Work

'Returning to work' is not a phrase that only describes a woman returning from maternity leave, it covers those who have been away from work for a long period of time. This could be due to long-term sick leave, parental leave for a male employee, or even returning...

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How to Overcome ‘Imposter Syndrome’ in the Workplace

How to Overcome ‘Imposter Syndrome’ in the Workplace

It's a psychological phenomenon that can prevent high-potential individuals from excelling in your world of business. In this article we'll be exploring the ways it may show itself in individuals, and what your organization can do to combat its effect on your...

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ASSISTED START FOR NEWCOMERS TO WORK

The workplace can seem pretty daunting if you’ve never been a part of it.  That’s the case for thousands of school leavers and graduates every year when they enter the workforce for the first time. 

While graduates and school leavers might have some limited opportunities to do part-time jobs and gain work experience whilst in full-time education, this level of understanding falls way short on what individuals generally need in order to make an informed decision on choosing their career path.

At Social Joy we help newcomers into the workforce for the first time to gain insight into what it’s really like to work in their chosen field by speaking to individuals that are a part of it today.  We call it an ASSISTED START.  It’s a great way to gain first-hand account before making your decision.

How to Overcome ‘Imposter Syndrome’ in the Workplace

How to Overcome ‘Imposter Syndrome’ in the Workplace

It's a psychological phenomenon that can prevent high-potential individuals from excelling in your world of business. In this article we'll be exploring the ways it may show itself in individuals, and what your organization can do to combat its effect on your...

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