When we think gender equality in the workforce, we often think equal pay for women, equal consideration and opportunities for pay raises and promotions, even equal opportunities to get jobs in the first place.
But when it comes to securing those opportunities as a woman, some of it has to do with how we view and present ourselves. Advocating for yourself and what you want and deserve out of your career is key.
Kathy Downs, Senior Vice President with Robert Half Finance and Accounting, said first, when applying for positions, whether internally or externally with a new company, you have to go in prepared. “By that, I mean, you know, what is the standard salary range for a job?