The Moderating Effects of Technology on Career Success: Can Social Networks Shatter the Glass Ceiling?

Authors

Paul Fadil, University of North Florida
Cindi Smatt, The Florida State University
Sharon L. Segrest, University of South Florida St. Petersburg
Crystal Owen, University of North Florida

Document Type

Article

Abstract

This paper reviews the demographic predictors of career success and proposes that technology plays a critical role in alleviating career success barriers for various demographic groups who have historically encountered barriers. Specifically we propose that technology can act as a moderator allowing minority groups greater participation and acceptance in networks. And, ultimately the greater participation and acceptance in networks will lead to greater career success for groups who have typically encountered “glass ceilings” based on demographic variables such as gender, age, race and ethnicity.

Recommended Citation

Fadil, Paul; Smatt, Cindi; Segrest, Sharon L.; and Owen, Crystal (2009) "The Moderating Effects of Technology on Career Success: Can Social Networks Shatter the Glass Ceiling?," Journal of International Technology and Information Management: Vol. 18: Iss. 3, Article 8.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.58729/1941-6679.1133
Available at: https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/jitim/vol18/iss3/8