Troubling statistics reveal that as little as 7% of women negotiate their salary. Women executives who consistently negotiate their salary are able to earn at least $1,000,000 more than those who don’t!
In Episode 22 of Career Chinwags for the 21st Century, Catherine covers 5 tips to help women feel more comfortable when it comes to salary negotiation. She offers advice on how to set a tone as someone who has authority and gravitas, and as someone who needs to be treated with respect.
Salary negotiation is not for the light-hearted. It does take some courage. But if you consider a lifetime without negotiating and compare the difference, it might just give you the courage you need!
If you’d like to explore this topic in greater detail, here are some links:
Blog: Salaries and Women: Switch from Missing out to Brave and Bold
Infographic: Women at Work: Negotiate for a Higher Salary
Video: Women at Work take aim and Negotiate for a Higher Salary
