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“I think how pay gets determined is pretty broad - experience, how people look, what they bring to the job. But there's no question women are paid less. Women don't ask.” quote by Dee Dee Myers
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“I think how pay gets determined is pretty broad - experience, how people look, what they bring to the job. But there's no question women are paid less. Women don't ask.”

Dee Dee Myers

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Pay is influenced by experience, appearance, and contributions, yet women consistently earn less, often due to not negotiating.

In simple terms: Women earn less, partly because they don't negotiate.

Key Takeaway

Encourage women to advocate for fair pay.

Themes

gender equity salary negotiation

Mood

critical empowering

Type

social business

When to use this quote

  • corporate HR
  • salary reviews
  • career coaching

Key Concepts

workplace fairness career advancement

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do women negotiate less?
  • How can organizations support pay equity?
A Different Perspective

Cultural norms may hinder negotiation.

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