Why Women don’t negotiate their job offers?
In one word: Socialization
From a young age, we are often taught to be more accommodating and to prioritize the needs of others over our own...
Because We are Girls!
Our role in society is dictated before we take our first breath…Girls should be more passive and nurturing, while boys should be more assertive…They are given more leeway to be competitive and confrontational…
Because Boys are Boys!
We are “encouraged” (not to say forced) to be more cooperative and collaborative…
We are praised for being quiet, polite, and obedient, rather than for being assertive and confident…
Unfortunately these stereotypes are still reinforced by media, toys, and other social institutions, which often portray us as being passive, emotional, and dependent on others…
This “forced identity” became ingrained in our own values and worth…
We grow up with the fear of being seen as "pushy", “bossy” or "difficult."..
And saga continues at the workplace…
Recent studies have shown that women who negotiate are often viewed more negatively and may face backlash or discrimination as a result.
This means if we negotiate for higher salaries or promotions, we may be anyways viewed as "demanding" or "difficult"…
So be it!
I say don’t be modest in your self-promotion...
If you are still facing these barriers, just take the right call…
It doesn’t really matter if you are seen as less likable or competent…You know your worth!
We’ve come a long way…
Unstoppable…Always!
XoXo,
Hindy
***Ad for Weyenberg Massagic shoes, published in 1974..
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