Fostering Inclusion: Women’s Self-Confidence as a Driver of Career Success in India’s IT Industry

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10.2991/978-94-6239-685-2_33How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Self-Confidence; IT Industry; Women; Well-Being; Inclusivity

Abstract

Purpose. Gender inequality and low women inclusion in leadership persist despite organizational efforts. One of the key factors influencing inclusion of women is Confidence at workplace. The Confidence at workplace which is a multidimensional construct. The study examines confidence at workplace dimensions among women in India’s IT sector, where female participation is higher, to understand factors shaping their professional growth and inclusion.

Design/Methodology/Approach. As a part of the study a detailed literature review was carried out to device initial constructs and research model affecting confidence at workplace. The research model was then empirically validated. For the purpose data from prominent IT hubs of India was collected using online surveys using purposive sampling. Data was analyzed using SPSS, where primarily Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) using Principal Component Analysis (PCA) was used to identify key parameters influencing women’s confidence in the workplace.

Findings. Study reveals for IT industry Affectivity as the important factor affecting individuals’ performance at workplace. Study also discusses other constructs that have impact on individual’s contribution at workplace and theoretical and managerial implications for policymakers for fostering inclusion at workplace.

Originality. Study aims to contribute body of literature on inclusion with empirical and contextual data points for IT industry in India. IT sector in India, represents significant population of overall women workforce across globe. We believe the study can be extended by future studies for specific demographics to for generalization.

Practical Implications. Inclusion remains one of the top priorities yet complex for the organizations. Findings of the study can help practitioners with key factors those affect confidence of women at workplace and thereby promoting their inclusion. Unlike conventional factors emphasizing on secured environment, study highlights importance of technical skills to boost confidence. We believe this would help managers to holistically consider strategies for inclusive culture.

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AU  - Sandip Solanki
AU  - Ritu Sinha
AU  - Prashant Bari
AU  - Seema Singh
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/05/26
TI  - Fostering Inclusion: Women’s Self-Confidence as a Driver of Career Success in India’s IT Industry
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Infrastructure Development and Sustainability (ICIDS 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 607
EP  - 622
SN  - 3005-155X
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DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6239-685-2_33
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