Think about it: OIWC asks, is it time to think outside the product closet and casual Fridays for employee benefits?
When it comes to attracting and retaining the best talent, product discounts and a casual work environment are no longer enough. The Outdoor Industries Women's Coalition (OIWC) conducted an industry-wide survey on women's views regarding career opportunity, compensation and benefits, which will be released at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market at the end of January.
It revealed that when it comes to intangible benefits in the workplace, 100 percent of women want an employer that fosters a sensible work/life balance among its workforce. However, only 53 percent of women were satisfied with the job their employer was doing in this regard.