Zap The Gender Pay Gap

What have you been dreaming about lately? Perhaps you've been dreaming about taking that dream vacation, building that dream home or having your dream job?   Whatever you've been dreaming about, it's very possible you can have it. Want to know how to turn your dreams into reality?  Take a listen to this week's episode and discover how. Subscribe at: www.gwendolynjtucker.com

It's hard to believe the holidays are behind us and we've plunged headlong into 2024! We are fast approaching another very special holiday that brings back fond memories of times with my father. The holiday?  It's Dr. MLK Day, when we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Come travel back in time with me to explore the life of the Dreamer and his dream. It makes me...

At this time of year, many make New Year’s Resolutions aimed at improving one or more areas that affect our lives and livelihood.  Even if we don’t call them New Year’s Resolutions, there are things we want to do better and ways we want to be better in the new year.  We know deep in our hearts that we were made for more, and we are determined to go after it. Check out this...

Can you believe it?  2023 is almost gone and 2024 is about to dawn. This has been a wonderful year, and I am so very thankful for all of you who have supported and encouraged me along the way. Take a listen to hear the highlights from 2023 and what's ahead in the coming year.   2024, here we come!     To submit a question or comment, just do so here: www.gwendolynjtuc...

No one likes hearing "no" when making a request, I know I don't.  What about you? On this week's episode I share how a dynamic duo took a "no" and turned it into something so much more than they could have ever imagined.  They didn't let a "no" dash their hopes. Take a listen and hear how they did it.     Have a question? Submit it here: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/conta...

When it comes to asking for a raise, one of the biggest fears is being told no. Before asking, folks want to know if the juice will be worth the squeeze? In other words, is it worth pursuing? The real question is not if it is worth it, but whether you think you are worth it.  Check out this week's episode to find out more.

Hearing your boss say no is not the end of the world, but sometimes it can feel like it. I received several questions asking what to do should your boss say no to giving you a raise. Check out this episode to hear my response. To submit a question, contact me at: www.gwendolynjtucker.com

Women make 8 huge mistakes when it comes to getting a raise. The result? They keep getting left behind when it comes to pay. Listen to this week's episode to find out how to avoid these mistakes so you are not left behind.

When it comes to getting a raise, women make 8 HUGE mistakes. Take a listen to this week's episode to see what they are. Please, please, please, don't make these mistakes when it comes time for you to get a raise. 8 HUGE Mistakes Women Make When Asking For A Raise https://www.rd.com/list/how-to-ask-for-a-raise/   I am opening up three new one-on-one coaching slots to show women in the workpla...

The Memphis Business Journal recently published an article that said although the job market has softened, companies are still budgeting strong raises for 2024. Your goal is to get that money from the company’s budget into your bank account. When it comes to getting a raise, don't make this mistake. Check out this week's episode to find out what it is. I am opening up three new one-on-on...

According to a recent article in the Memphis Business Journal, although the job market has softened, companies are still budgeting strong raises for 2024. Sounds like good news to me! The writer goes on to say that the battle for talent is not as intense as it was in 2022, but experts say many workers are planning to ask for a raise anyway. What about you? When it comes time for your nex...

When it comes to pay, women in the workplace are being left behind. Don't believe me? Check out the data. Women, on average, earn 82 cents on the dollar compared to men. That's an 18% gap. What could you do with an 18% raise? Me? Lots! But it doesn't stop there. Starting out of college, women who are entering the workforce earn 93.5% compared to what male graduates earn, a difference of 6.5%....

According to a recent survey, a large number of women are stressed out over money issues. Be it from not having enough to feeling underpaid, money is a significant stressor. But what if you could have more money than month? How much of a night and day difference that could make in your life? Check out this episode to identify one way you can have more money than month. Listen now.

Women are in a fight. Lo and behold, our fight is not only about equal pay for equal work in our current job, but we’re in a fight for pay equity as we progress in our careers. When someone asks which one you want, tell them that, when it comes to pay, you want both. You want equal pay for equal work and equal access to promotional opportunities to increase and scale you pay.

Can you imagine someone trying to put limits on Simone Biles? Well, they did, and Amy Bass called them out for their hypocrisy. Simone’s work has been underrated, underrecognized and undervalued. In the end? In the end, Simone proved them WRONG! You can too!  Check out this week’s episode for more!

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...

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...

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 b...

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 yo...

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?