Gender Differences in Career Coaching Outcomes: A Quantitative Analysis using a Logit Model
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Career Coaching, Career Planning Self-Efficacy, Coaching Satisfaction, Gender Supportiveness, Logistic RegressionAbstract
Career coaching is essential in supporting career development and improving workplace adaptability. However, gender-specific differences in coaching experiences remain unexplored, despite evidence that men and women often encounter distinct challenges shaped by societal norms and organizational cultures investigate whether career coaching factors, Career Planning Self-Efficacy, Perceived Gender Supportiveness, and Coaching Satisfaction, can predict participants’ gender using a binary logistic regression model. A quantitative, cross-sectional design was employed with data collected from 120 individuals engaged in career coaching programs. Participants completed a structured questionnaire measuring career self-efficacy, coaching satisfaction, and perceptions of gender supportiveness using validated Likert scales. Binary logistic regression was performed using Jamovi to examine the predictive power of these variables on gender classification, with model fit, classification accuracy, ROC-AUC, and collinearity checks included. The comprehensive model demonstrated statistical significance, χ²(3, N = 120) = 40.6, p < .001, exhibiting an exceptional fit (AUC = 0.888). Career Planning Self-Efficacy was the strongest predictor (OR = 2.89, p < .001), followed by Perceived Gender Supportiveness (OR = 3.65, p = .008), and Coaching Satisfaction (OR = 2.66, p = .005). Accuracy increased from 82.5% (cut-off 0.5) to 84.2% (cut-off 0.798) with improved balance between sensitivity and specificity. Career Planning Self-Efficacy, Perceived Gender Supportiveness, and Coaching Satisfaction significantly predicted gender classification in coaching contexts, with men reporting higher levels across these factors. The findings highlight the need for gender-responsive, inclusive coaching practices tailored to different career needs and perceptions.
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