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At least four out of ten women in India lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic, reveals an analysis of the latest Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE)’s Consumer Pyramids Household Survey (CPHS) data.
An estimated 17 million women have been left jobless, in both the formal and informal sectors, between March and April 2020, owing to the nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of novel coronavirus.
Are you a woman who is seeking employment amid the pandemic? The Quint spoke to three women entrepreneurs who share tips to better one’s chances of getting re-hired.
Ragini Das, co-founder of Leap.Club, a leading online community of professional women, the first step in job search is to make a list of companies that are hiring amid the pandemic.
Malini Agarwal, who runs the ‘Girl Tribe’, another networking group for women and by women, says that networking is the key to job search. Speaking to The Quint, she said:
She also added that women always tend to support other women, either with contacts or with job opportunities.
The coronavirus pandemic has taught us that even traditional jobs can be done from the confines of your house – opening the door for many work-from-home opportunities. This could particularly be a boon for those women who had taken a break due to familial commitments.
Neha Bagaria, Founder & CEO, Jobs for Her, suggests that women should focus on building their skills and tech trends as most industries are looking to digitise themselves.
The experts also point that an increasing number of sustainable businesses are running out of people’s homes. If you’re a baker or a jewellery designer, e-commerce could be your new best friend.
Lastly, one aspect that most people shy away from – consulting gigs.
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Published: 19 Sep 2020,08:23 AM IST