Remote work, flexibility influence whether women apply for a job more than men

According to a recent FlexJobs survey of 1,700 U.S. workers, women place more value on remote work, flexible schedules and work-life balance when thinking about applying for a job. Men, on the other hand, are more likely to prioritize compensation.  The survey, conducted on SurveyMonkey through social media and newsletters, shows that while salary is an important factor for both men (68%) and women (66%), women are more likely to consider how and where they’ll be required to work before hitting “submit” on a job application. Remote work is one such factor. Compared with 70% of men, 78% of w...