Nontraditional careers (also called nontraditional occupations or NTOs) for women are those in which women represent less than 25% of all people employed in that field. Pay, benefits and job satisfaction can be much higher than in traditionally female occupations.
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“With more and more trucking companies seeking out female drivers, it’s imperative to outline the career trajectory of a woman in the field. Balancing out the gender disparity is not an uncommon feat in similar, male-dominated industries. However, combatting the truck driver shortage adds a level of complexity.”