Join us for a reflection on why negotiation matters and how you can use the skills and strategy of negotiation to empower yourself. Few points to note- The Gender Pay Gap: College-educated women earn $713,000 less than their male counterparts over their working life. Negotiation Challenges: Studies show that women who initiate salary negotiations are viewed negatively by both genders. Emma's Story: A representation of many high-achieving women who find their contributions overshadowed and unrecognized. The Power of Negotiation: Beyond monetary discussions, negotiation encompasses leadership, conflict resolution, and self-advocacy. Tackling Biases: While systemic biases persist, negotiation skills can help transcend unconscious bias and gender differences. Women's Strengths: Women's innate communication and empathy skills position them to lead collaborative and innovative efforts in the corporate world. Reframing Negotiation: Women often excel when negotiating for others. The challenge is to apply the same fierceness when advocating for yourself. Call to Action: High-achieving women should embrace their worth, learn negotiation skills, and confidently advocate for their value. Resources: Free salary negotiation training available at dorothymashburn.com/fightforyourworth. Call to Action: I encourage you to reflect on the high value you bring, learn negotiation skills, and take action to ensure you are recognized and compensated fairly.   Transcript https://www.dorothymashburn.com/transcripts