In the fight for pay equality, we have come a long way baby, but we still have a long way to go.

As long as women are Underestimated, Underrated and Undercompensated, women will continue to be underpaid and the gender pay gap will continue to endure.

Take a listen and find out how unpaid internships can set the stage for women being undercompensated when we enter the workforce after college.

Can you relate to being underrated? I can.

On this episode I tell you about a time when I was underrated, as well as, what I did about it.

I also share practical steps you can take do to reduce the risk of getting into a situation where you are underrated.

Although there is no single explanation for why progress toward closing the gap has all but stalled, I believe I know why.  Women are Underestimated, Underrated and Undercompensated.

Ever been underestimated?  I have.  And it didn't feel good either.  When it comes from your boss, it can feel like a double whammy.

In this episode I tell you about a time when my boss grossly underestimated me and my ability to get the job done.  I proved him wrong! 

Take a listen.  

I really wish I could say that women earn the same as men. But that's not reality.

Time and time again the data show that the gender pay gap persists. Just check out the recent report from Pew Research Center below. T

he Enduring Grip of the Gender Pay Gap https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2023/03/01/the-enduring-grip-of-the-gender-pay-gap/

Take a listen to this episode where I discuss why I believe women consistently earn less than men.

When it comes to Women’s Suffrage and the fight for equality, we’ve come a long way baby… But you know what, we still have a long way to go.

On this episode I share a brief history lesson on the fight for equality and how we got to where we are today.

Let's travel back in time.

My father loved watching Muhammad Ali! One of his favorite quotes was, "Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee!"

Did you know that elephants are scared of being stung by a bee? Well, I want this elephant to be afraid of me, so guess what?  I’m gonna float like a butterfly and sting like a bee.

Who knows, it just may run when it hears me buzzing! 

I never get tired of shining a bright spotlight on this elephant in the room, you know, the one I call the gender pay gap.

In many ways this elephant is a bully. And as bullies do, they pick on the little people, those they think are weak, someone who won’t fight back but turn tail and run.

But we are not of those who shrink and slink away in fear.

No, I am not afraid of this bully. I want it to be afraid of me. When the gender pay gap sees me coming, I want it to run in the other direction, screaming as it runs headlong right out of my territory.

I want it to be afraid to pick on you too!  

As an insider, you have a room with a view into your employer’s pay system.

Being informed will help you be better armed to navigate the system, especially when it comes to negotiating your next pay raise.

If you are a female leader, you have a broader view.  As you move higher within an organization, your view becomes even more expansive.

Take a listen to this week's episode and find what you can do from your room with a view.

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The gender pay gap affects managers and non-managers alike. Those who have direct reports, as well as those who don’t.

A lesser-known fact is that female managers earn 90%, on average, of what male managers earn. That means there’s a gap of 10%.

You may be thinking, “Girlfriend, say it ain’t so!” Yes, unfortunately, it is so.

Listen to today's episode to find out more!

Don't you just love having options? I know. I do too! Especially when it comes to ways for getting a raise and increasing my financial independence.

Please check out today's episode to hear how making moves can increase your pay and potential career opportunities too.

Is it possible that having news eyes can expand your vision to see a world of wonderful options for you?