Women in Sales - breaking down barriers-Women-in-Sales-breaking-down-barriers

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The webinar brought together several women working in institutional and sales roles in Wales to discuss women and institutions, especially in a post-Covid workplace. The panel explored how the pandemic accelerated remote working, virtual meetings, and greater use of technology, and how organizations had to adapt quickly.<br /><br />A major theme was attracting young people into these careers. The speakers noted that institutions need to do more to explain what their roles actually involve, challenge stereotypes, and make careers feel more accessible. They emphasized that success in these roles depends heavily on listening, empathy, teamwork, and understanding different clients and stakeholders.<br /><br />The panel also reflected on personal career development. One speaker said she would like to have entered the field earlier, while another noted that hybrid and online working will likely remain important over the next 12 years. There was discussion about balancing technical skills with relationship-building, and about how women’s experiences can differ depending on stage of life and career.<br /><br />Audience questions raised issues such as language, culture, and whether organizations need to adapt roles and recruitment messages. The panel agreed that institutions should focus on people first, while also helping candidates understand the skills and realities of the work.

Keywords

women in institutions

post-Covid workplace

remote working

virtual meetings

career development

hybrid working

recruitment messaging