This TED talk is very important. It is well known that women don’t negotiate their salaries in the same way as men do, and that largely contributes to the wage gap that exists. This happens because many women undervalue what they offer.
https://www.ted.com/talks/casey_brown_know_your_worth_and_then_ask_for_it
Learn the key phrases!
to communicate one’s value
the gender wage gap
to sing one’s own praises
to be scared out of one’s wits
to limit one’s earning potential
to diminish oneself
Let’s check the main ideas!
- How do we influence the way people think about us?
We influence it through our interactions, which is why it is important to clearly define and communicate our value.
- How much do women earn compared to men?
Statistically, in America a woman earns 80 cents for every dollar a man earns.
- Are doubts and fears normal?
Yes, of course. They don’t define our value and they shouldn’t limit our earning potential.
I think that…
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- Have you ever felt like you were not receiving what you were worth?
- What affects the value that you assign to yourself?
- Does it make you uncomfortable to ask for what you believe you are worth?
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