Zap The Gender Pay Gap

Today, Dr. Paulette Harper joins me to explore the topic of her book The Courage To Win. Dr. Harper, an award-winning author, provides a platform for women, showing them how to amplify their voice. With her guidance and expertise, over 150 women have written their story. As a result, they have realized their dream of becoming a published author.  Please join us as Dr. Harper share a part of the journey that led her to become the woman she is today. She is an example of a woman who is defying the odds.   Contact Dr. Paulette Harper:  HERE 

Not sure you've realized it or not, but it's a jungle out there.  That is definitely true if you are a women working in corporate. Navigating the corporate landscape takes savvy; savvy which comes in three forms: Interpersonal Political and Organizational We need a guide, a sherpa of sorts, to help us navigate so as not to become prey. Today I sat down with Alison Martin of Engage Mentoring. Alison provides inside on how mentors, sponsors and coaches can help us navigate that jungle out there. https://www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

If you’re attuned at all to what is going on in the United States of America, you know we’re in the throes of a hotly contested race to see who will become our next President and Vice President. The way our process works, several candidates vie to become their party’s nominee.  One of the features of this contest is for each candidate to participate in at least one debate. The race is so competitive that folks argue over who won the debate. If your preferred candidate did well, to you there’s no question who won. But if your candidate didn’t do so well, well that’s another story.  The winner of a debate between political candidates may be up for discussion, but when it comes to negotiating pay, there should be no debate.   Check out this episode to hear the best times to negotiate for higher pay.     https://www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

Navigating the corporate landscape takes savvy. That is especially true when it comes to negotiating pay. But according to Harvard Business Review, women are more reticent than men to negotiate salary offers. They are less likely than men to negotiate their salaries, EVEN THOUGH they are just as successful when they do. Glassdoor provided insight on the motivations for and hesitations with negotiating pay.  They give three main reasons why women fail to negotiate when it comes to pay.  Fear tops the list, proving that timidity has unintended consequences. Take a listen to discover the primary reason why the gender pay gap has remained relatively unchanged the past 20+ years.   Contact:  www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

It may shock you to know that the gender pay gap varies by State. For some States, it varies widely. For instance, in Alabama the female to male earnings ratio is .75. In laymen terms, that means women earn on average 75 cents for every $1.00 men earn. That makes the gender pay gap 25 cents. Bet you can't name the State with the smallest pay gap. It's Vermont. Women earn 93 cents for every $1.00 men earn. That makes the gap 7 cents. It's not zero, but I'll take 7 cents over 25 every day of the week and twice on Sundays. To hear more about the gender pay gap by State, take a listen to this week's episode. If you missed a previous episode, please take a listen. You Mom's out there will want to hear Episode 67 on The Motherhood Penalty. You’d never guess that a woman’s pay decreases when she becomes a mom. But a man's income can increase when he becomes a dad. Imagine that. For my MBAs, check out Episode 68. The data shows that women with MBAs are underpaid compared to men with MBAs. And for all my attorneys out there, you will be flabbergasted to discover that women with law degrees don’t get a pass, they get trapped in the gender pay gap too. Take a listen to Episode 69 to hear the facts and stats on that. www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

Ever wonder why the big to-do pay transparency? According to Payscale, the intent behind pay transparency legislation is to close the gender pay gap by forcing organizations to openly advertise pay ranges and thereby enforce pay equity. Some of the evolving legislation also requires employers to share pay data internally with existing employees. But is it working? The jury's still out.  Pay transparency is not working - yet.  But it is taking the nation by storm, state by state. Take a listen to this week's episode to find out why I believe pay transparency is what we need to make headway in closing the gender pay gap. Check out these episodes: MBAs are Underpaid Attorneys Get Caught Too The Motherhood Penalty   Contact: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

Guess what? This year, the gender pay gap does not close for any educational degrees — not even law degrees. You mean to tell me that attorneys get caught too? Yes, attorneys get caught too! But you may be thinking to yourself, “They know the law.” Yes, attorneys know the law. And they get caught too! Although women with law degrees see one of the smaller uncontrolled gender pay gaps, they still earn 12% less than their male counterparts with law degrees. Talk about a bombshell! But that's not all. Take a listen to this week's episode to hear how women are being trapped in the gender pay gap.   Check out previous episodes: The Motherhood Penalty Women with MBAs are Underpaid   www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

According to the recent Payscale Gender Pay Gap Report, higher education does not lead to pay equity for women. In fact, the data show that the gender pay gap sees minimal or no improvement at higher educational attainment levels compared to a high school degree. The widest uncontrolled gap is for those with MBAs.  This is not new.  It has persisted year over year. Women with MBAs take home $0.76 for every dollar that men with MBAs take home.  Don't believe me?  Take a listen to this episode to hear how the facts stack up.   www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

Ever heard of the Motherhood Penalty? Turns out there is such a thing.  According to Payscale, it's a phenomenon where a woman’s pay decreases once she becomes a mother. On this week's episode of The BIG Gender Reveal, I pull back the curtain to show how this elephant (I named the gender pay gap) penalizes women who are moms. It really is appalling.  Take a listen!   P.S.  Check out last week's episode:  The Big Reveal   www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

You've heard of gender reveal parties, haven't you? Some have gone exceptionally well; others, horribly wrong. On today's episode, I will reveal the latest news about the gender pay gap. No theatrics, just the facts. Take a listen to get up to speed on how this elephant keeps women trapped in the gap.   www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

Ever wonder why women settle?  This thought has been heavy on the brain for several weeks now.   It’s one thing to ask why women settle.  But the real question is this:  why do you settle?  What makes you settle for less when you could have so much more?  Time to break that habit.  Take a listen and find out how.   [email protected]/contact

Are you leaving money on the table? If you are NOT negotiating salary when deciding whether to accept a job offer or promotion, there's a very HIGH likelihood you're leaving money on the table. Several studies done in the US show that women are more reluctant to negotiate when it comes to pay.  The result?  Women tend to leave money on the table. Is it possible you’re missing out? Don't settle for less. Take full advantage of what's available to you. Take a listen to this week's episode and find out how!   Previous Episode: Episode 63: I Was Speeding & Got Caught! (gwendolynjtucker.com) www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

This episode has absolutely nothing to do with zapping the gender pay gap, but it does contain nuggets of wisdom you can use. I was speeding and got caught. (Oh, no!) It could have been a traffic stop gone wrong. Thankfully, that was not the case. Take a listen to hear what NOT to do if you're caught speeding.   www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

Time and time again, surveys show that managers are not talking to their people about two very important topics: performance and pay. (Namely, pay when it comes to getting a raise.) If your boss is not talking to you about your pay and performance, what should you do? Check out this week's episode to find out more.   www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

Did you get your raise yet? If not, you're gonna have to ask for it! It doesn't seem fair that you have to ask for something that's rightfully yours, does it?  I can relate. But guess what?  If you don't ask, you may continue to get the short end of the stick.  Want to get more money into your bank account, instead of letting it go up that elephant's snout? Take a listen and find out how. Contact: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

Women’s History Month went out with a bang and here we are almost smack dab in the middle of April. Did you get your raise yet?  If not, your raise may be going up that elephant's snout.   There is a way to get your raise out of your company's budget into your bank account.  Take a listen and find out how.   Episode 53:  Get Your Ducks In A Row (3 Secrets to Getting a Raise) Contact: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

When it comes to pay, women need to get even. Although the Equal Pay Act has been around since 1963, some women are still not earning equal pay for equal work. In this last episode to celebrate Women's History Month, hear what some women are doing to help women get even when it comes to pay.  Yes, it's high time for women to get even.   Contact: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

Today, I celebrate just a few of the women who have touched my life in unforgettable ways. These women have made an indelible imprint in my life and are proudly displayed on the Wall of Gratitude of my heart. Want to know who they are? Drum Roll.  Esther, Vera, Tina, Joe Anne, Mrs. Pettis, and several more. Take a listen to hear how these women have impacted my life.   Contact me here: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

It's March, the month we celebrate Women’s History Month! When you make your list and cast your vote for women to celebrate and recognize, I hope one of the votes you cast will be for you. Yes, you, the woman in the mirror. Why? Because you’re all that and a bag of chips. Take a listen to this week's episode to hear more.   Contact: [email protected]/contact

Has anyone told you lately that you're amazing just the way you are? If not, let me be the first to say it today, "You're amazing, because you are! Your employer can judge the value of your contribution at work, but they cannot determine your worth. Please don't confuse your "who" with your "do". Instead of judging and evaluating yourself, why not affirm yourself?  You’re Amazing! Just The Way You Are!   Contact: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

It's February, the month of love! We readily understand love when it comes to romance and family. But what about when it comes to the workplace? Is it possible that love can be found in the workplace?  Yes, at work, love can be expressed in the form of appreciation and encouragement. Even at work, I want to know what love is. And I want my employer to show me. In this episode, I discuss the languages of appreciation and how love is expressed at work.  Take a listen and discover your love language at work.      Contact:  www.gwendolynjtucker.com

You may be asking yourself, when it comes to work, what's love got to do with it?  What in the world does love have to do with any of it? My reply? One word. Lots! For most of my career in publicly traded companies, I’m very fortunate I worked with a wonderful group of people, under the leadership of some great bosses.  For the most part, I loved the work I did. Until…until I landed an assignment working for a bad boss. I was doing work I loved but, working for this boss was the pits. Check out this episode where I share how working for a bad boss led to doing work I love and loving who I was doing it with. Take a listen. Contact me here: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

You've heard the phrase, "Get your ducks in a row."  Well, there's no better time than now to set the stage for success for 2024, especially as it relates to work.  In this episode, I share my secrets for getting my ducks in a row.  Doing three things in the first quarter of the year will help guide you the remainder of the year.   Contact me: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

Well, Y'all, this is a wrap for Season 1! Yaaaaaaayyyyy!!! It hardly seems possible, but 52 weeks passed in a flash! Thank you for hanging in there with me! As I bring Season 1 to a close, let's take a trip down memory lane to recall what has occurred on Zap The Gender Pay Gap. I look forward to seeing you in Season 2! Contact me: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

2024 is my year to do MORE! No, not work harder. Work smarter. It's the surefire way to turn my dreams into reality. Check out this week's episode to find out how I will do more i 2024 to make my dreams come true.   www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

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 want to dream more in 2024. As you listen, I hope it will inspire you to dream more in 2024 too!

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 episode to hear some ideas for how you can move forward in 2024.     Submit a question/comment: www.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact

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.gwendolynjtucker.com/contact To subscribe, submit your info here: https://bit.ly/subscribe_zappaygap    

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/contact

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 workplace how to raise their pay in the next 90 days. If you're interested in hearing more, go to Gwendolynjtucker.com and click on contact.

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-one coaching slots to show women in the workplace how to raise their pay in the next 90 days. If you're interested in hearing more, go to Gwendolynjtucker.com and click on contact.

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 next salary review, will you get left behind? Or will you be one getting a raise? Take a listen to this episode and find out more.   Interested in One/One Coaching on how to raise your pay? Contact me: www.gwendolynjtucker.com

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%. Even female managers don't get a bye. Female managers earn 10% less than male managers. I think it's time to change that, don't you?  It's time you got a raise. Check out this week's episode and find out how.

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 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.   Subscribe to Zap The Gender Pay Gap:   https://www.gwendolynjtucker.com/forms/2148095016  

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?