15 notable women on how to fight for equal pay

15 notable women on how to fight for equal pay15 notable women on how to fight for equal payToday is Equal Pay Day whichmarks the point in the year that women have to work to earn the saatkorn amount as men did by December 31 of the year prior. With Equal Pay Day falling on April 10 this year that means women had to work a total of 99 days to make the saatkorn as men, and that is actually only accounting for white women.For women of color, the dates are pushed even further into the new year. With women earning roughly 80 cents for every dollar men make (across industries)that amounts to more than $400,000 in lost earnings for women.In other words, the wage gemeinsame agrarpolitik is still very significant. Though it is easy to become disheartened, women need to keep fighting for equal pay.Here are some notable women, and their wise words, who have spoken out about equal pay.1. Brit Morin CEO and founder of Brit + CoWhen asking for anything, whether youre fundraising or asking for a r aise, its important to have data to back it up. My advice would be to come prepared with facts that demonstrate why you should get what you are asking for. That being said, I would advise that you should not approach your manager in an argumentative manner. Stay calm and rational, and even if the raise cant happen at the current moment, you will have at least been heard and will potentially get there in the near future.2. Danielle Brooks actressYou are only as powerful as what you know. If you dont know, how can you get what you need. I feel its important for sisters to help each other out and help to educate each other. - Refinery 293.Fran Hauser media executive and author of The Myth of the Nice GirlYou have to stand in your own two shoes.4. Chelsea Handler TV personalityWell you cant get anything until you ask for it, so thats the first step. You have to be confident and ask for what you want. Period. - Levo.com5. Lisa Bertiniemployment and labor attorney Dont watch others be che ated. Once you climb that ladder, dont pull it up behind you. Join the executive committees and compensation committees so you can make the decisions, and this will be part of an ugly past6. Gina Rodriguez actressI was just so grateful when I had the opportunity to do what I loved that I never once stopped to complain that I wasnt getting paid as much as my fellow co-stars or male counterparts. I dont think standing up for myself for equal pay is complaining or something I should be afraid of. - CNN7.Kate White author of The Gutsy Girl Handbook and former Editor in Chief of CosmopolitanIt used to always be that you let them go first, and now its like, you go first, and that anchors it, and they work with your number.8. Mila Kunis actress and producerThroughout my career, there have been moments when I have been insulted, sidelined, paid less, creatively ignored, and otherwise diminished based on my gender. And always, I tried to give people the benefit of the doubt maybe they knew more, maybe they had more experience, maybe there was something I was missing. I taught myself that to succeed as a woman in this industry I had to play by the rules of the boys club. But the older I got and the longer I worked in this industry, the more I realized that its bullshit And, worse, that I was complicit in allowing it to happen. - A Plus9. Bozoma Saint John Chief Brand Officer, UberGive the number first. Make it high as hell because then you cant be low-balled. Do the work. Dont just call a number out of the sky. Know the range and then exceed the range because then you can negotiate down just a little bit. - CBS News10. Sarah Silverman actress, writer, and producerIm all for women having to work harder to prove themselves at this juncture if thats the way it is in the world. But if you work a job, and a man is working the same job, you should be getting paid the same. - People.com11. Carli Lloyd U.S. soccer playerIf I were a male soccer player who won a World Cup for th e United States, my bonus would be $390,000. Because I am a female soccer player, the bonus I got for our World Cup victory belastung summer was $75,000. I understand that the mens World Cup generates vastly more money globally than the womens event, but the simple truth is that U.S. Soccer projects that our team will generate a profit of $5.2 million in 2017 while the men are forecast to lose almost $1 million. Yet we get shortchanged coming and going. - Op-ed for theNew York Times12. Emma Watson actress and activistThe reality is that if we do nothing, it will take 75 years, or for me to be nearly a hundred, before women can expect to be paid the same as men for the same work. - Event for the HeForShe Campaign13. Catt Sadler TV hostThis isnt about one person or a few - its about us. Its about holding each other up as sisters, challenging the status quo, and refusing to accept less than what we deserve. - The Coveteur14. Issa Rae actress, writer, and producerSomething needs to c hange. And smarter negotiating isnt enough, because the pay gap isnt my fault or any womans fault. And it cant just be on women to fix this problem. There is a role for employers and elected officials here, too A lot of us were raised with the belief that its not polite to talk about money. If we want to close the pay gap, its time to stop being polite and start talking about equal pay. - The Root15. Amy Poehler actress, writer, and producerIts never overreacting to ask for what you want and need. - Amy Poehlers Best Advice for Girls15 notable women on how to fight for equal payToday is Equal Pay Day whichmarks the point in the year that women have to work to earn the same amount as men did by December 31 of the year prior. With Equal Pay Day falling on April 2 this year, it means women had to work a total of 92 days to make the same as men.With women earning roughly 80 cents for every dollar men make (across industries)that amounts to more than $400,000 in lost earnings for women .Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreIn other words, the wage gap is still very significant. Though it is easy to become disheartened, women need to keep fighting for equal pay.Here are some notable women, and their wise words, who have spoken out about equal pay.1. Brit Morin CEO and founder of Brit + CoWhen asking for anything, whether youre fundraising or asking for a raise, its important to have data to back it up. My advice would be to come prepared with facts that demonstrate why you should get what you are asking for. That being said, I would advise that you should not approach your manager in an argumentative manner. Stay calm and rational, and even if the raise cant happen at the current moment, you will have at least been heard and will potentially get there in the near future.2. Danielle Brooks actressYou are only as powerful as what you know. If you dont know, how can y ou get what you need. I feel its important for sisters to help each other out and help to educate each other. - Refinery 293.Fran Hauser media executive and author of The Myth of the Nice GirlYou have to stand in your own two shoes.4. Chelsea Handler TV personalityWell you cant get anything until you ask for it, so thats the first step. You have to be confident and ask for what you want. Period. - Levo.com5. Lisa Bertiniemployment and labor attorney Dont watch others be cheated. Once you climb that ladder, dont pull it up behind you. Join the executive committees and compensation committees so you can make the decisions, and this will be part of an ugly past6. Gina Rodriguez actressI was just so grateful when I had the opportunity to do what I loved that I never once stopped to complain that I wasnt getting paid as much as my fellow co-stars or male counterparts. I dont think standing up for myself for equal pay is complaining or something I should be afraid of. - CNN7.Kate White a uthor of The Gutsy Girl Handbook and former Editor in Chief of CosmopolitanIt used to always be that you let them go first, and now its like, you go first, and that anchors it, and they work with your number.8. Mila Kunis actress and producerThroughout my career, there have been moments when I have been insulted, sidelined, paid less, creatively ignored, and otherwise diminished based on my gender. And always, I tried to give people the benefit of the doubt maybe they knew more, maybe they had more experience, maybe there was something I was missing. I taught myself that to succeed as a woman in this industry I had to play by the rules of the boys club. But the older I got and the longer I worked in this industry, the more I realized that its bullshit And, worse, that I was complicit in allowing it to happen. - A Plus9. Bozoma Saint John Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at William Morris EndeavorGive the number first. Make it high as hell because then you cant be low-balled. Do the wor k. Dont just call a number out of the sky. Know the range and then exceed the range because then you can negotiate down just a little bit. - CBS News10. Sarah Silverman actress, writer, and producerIm all for women having to work harder to prove themselves at this juncture if thats the way it is in the world. But if you work a job, and a man is working the same job, you should be getting paid the same. - People.com11. Carli Lloyd U.S. soccer playerIf I were a male soccer player who won a World Cup for the United States, my bonus would be $390,000. Because I am a female soccer player, the bonus I got for our World Cup victory last summer was $75,000. I understand that the mens World Cup generates vastly more money globally than the womens event, but the simple truth is that U.S. Soccer projects that our team will generate a profit of $5.2 million in 2017 while the men are forecast to lose almost $1 million. Yet we get shortchanged coming and going. - Op-ed for theNew York Times12. E mma Watson actress and activistThe reality is that if we do nothing, it will take 75 years, or for me to be nearly a hundred, before women can expect to be paid the same as men for the same work. - Event for the HeForShe Campaign13. Catt Sadler TV hostThis isnt about one person or a few - its about us. Its about holding each other up as sisters, challenging the status quo, and refusing to accept less than what we deserve. - The Coveteur14. Issa Rae actress, writer, and producerSomething needs to change. And smarter negotiating isnt enough, because the pay gap isnt my fault or any womans fault. And it cant just be on women to fix this problem. There is a role for employers and elected officials here, too A lot of us were raised with the belief that its not polite to talk about money. If we want to close the pay gap, its time to stop being polite and start talking about equal pay. - The Root15. Amy Poehler actress, writer, and producerIts never overreacting to ask for what you wan t and need. - Amy Poehlers Best Advice for GirlsYou might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

Happy National Recruiter Day! (May 30th)

Happy National Recruiter Day (May 30th)Happy National Recruiter Day (May 30th)Update 2019 What an amazing year. We received more than 100 recruiter nominationsfor our Peoples Choice Best Recruiter Award and the winner is.... Rebecca Oppenheimfrom nextOPP Search. Read her advice on what it takes to be a great recruiter below.Update 2018 National Recruiter Day 2018 was a huge success. We hosted our first ever Peoples Choice Best Recruiter Award where Tabitha Cavanagh was named the best recruiter of 2018. Read her advice on what it takes to bea great recruiter below.Can you believe it? Up until May 2017, there was no National Recruiter Day.There is a National Popcorn Day, a National Vodka Day, and even a National Custodial Workers Recognition Day.There are thousands of national holidays but for some reason, no National Recruiter Day.Well, the moment that every recruiter has been waiting for is here.National Recruiter DayOn May 30th, 2017, National Recruiter Day was born via aLinkedIn po st that went viralWhat is National Recruiter Day?National Recruiter Day is the one day of the year when recruiters can take a break.Recruiting is not easy. There are a lot of negative attitudes towards recruiters.The least we can do is allow them one single day when we appreciate the good ones out there.Sadly, as in every profession, there are some badeanstalt recruiters out there who have tainted the title recruiter.National Recruiter Day is a day for everyone to hear about the life-changing impact agood recruiter can have on a job seekers career.Should Recruiters Take This Day Off?Yes Recruiters are underappreciated and underpaid.Your company can afford to give you one single day off to show their appreciation for the hard work you put in every day.Let your manager know, if he/she appreciates you, they will read this article and give you the day off.How to Show Appreciation to RecruitersSince National Recruiter Day was born on LinkedIn, it is only appropriate to show appreciation to your favorite recruiter on LinkedIn.On May 30th, write a post on LinkedIn sharing your story about an amazing experience you have had with a recruiter.If possible, tag that recruiter in your post and NationalRecruiterDay.Not only are you going to make that recruiters day, but you are also going to be a part of something hugeGood recruiters are hard to come by, the ones who go above and beyond deserve a little recognition.Peoples Choice Best Recruiter AwardsBest Recruiter 2019 - Rebecca OppenheimRebecca Oppenheim was voted by LinkedIn members as the 1 recruiter in 2019.We asked Rebecca how it felt to be the winner and what advice she has for other recruiters. She respondedI am humbled to be chosen for this years Peoples Choice Best Recruiter And thank you Mike for personally nominating me. It means a lot, especially since my company, nextOPP Search, helped you fill a leadership role earlier this year. There were a lot of incredible recruiters mentioned in the comments - people I a m lucky to continually learn from. This is really for all of us.As far as my advice to new recruiters - find mentors. Recruiting is a roller coaster filled with daily wins and losses, but you arent alone. There are so many successful ones before you who love paying it forward - sharing best practices and lending advice when you are in a rut. Im lucky to have found my now co-founder, Gail Buck, when I first started recruiting. Shes helped me accelerate my recruiting career and Im forever grateful. But it doesnt have to be someone within your company, or even your city. We constantly tell candidates to network - we should do it as wellBest Recruiter 2018 - Tabitha CavanaghTabitha Cavanagh was voted by LinkedIn members as the 1 recruiter for 2018.We asked Tabitha how it felt to be the winner and what advice she has for other recruiters. She respondedI am extremely grateful and humbled to have been chosen as this yearsPeoples Choice Best Recruiter There are so many wonderful deserving recruiters out there, some who were named and many who were not. To share the recruiter spotlight among these elite professionals is a true honor.My advice to new recruiters Always begin with your WHY. That will drive you when the going gets tough. This business revolves around consistently and passionately elevating others. Be their advocate. Build authentic relationships and, at the end of the day, simply care about people. Ezra 104National Recruiter Day Fun FactsNational Recruiter Day began May 30th, 2017 on LinkedIn.It is a felony to say anything negative about a recruiter on National Recruiter Day (according to this authors own legal system).National Recruiter Day is recognized in over 15 countries including the USA, India, Brazil, UK, Canada, France, Italy and Mexico.National Recruiter Day is awesome and worthy of a day off (for recruiters only).Recruiters are thanked 10x more on National Recruiter Day than any other day of the year.

Together they stand, together they ...

Together they stand, together they ...Together they stand, together they ...During the Olympics, Im always glued to my TV, watching the wonder that is synchronized diving. Who knew such a thing existed? Or, more importantly, why? (Thank you, China, for making it nearly impossible to find any coverage of the sport from the 2008 games.) Raising them one, BearingPoint and Unisys now bring us synchronized reverse stock splits. BearingPoints will go into effect tomorrow, at a 1-to-50 ratio, which will ultimately free up debt. The company needs to meet $200 million in debt obligations by April 2009 ? or else ?Unisys, mirroring the dive in perfect time, announced last Friday that its board of directors had approved its own reverse stock split, in an attempt to boost its share price above the $1 minimum mandated by the NYSE. The split will need to be approved by shareholders at the firms annual meeting in early 2009.Do I sense a new spectator sport on the horizon?In other news, HP has announ ced that EDS will become a business unit within HPs technology solutions group. HP acquired EDS in May 2008, but the original plan had HP moving its outsourcing and application services business over to EDS headquarters and calling it EDS, an HP company. As weve all observed, however, times have changed. Under a three-year restructuring plan aimed to boost revenue and cost efficiency, HP will now integrate EDS into its operations. Unsurprisingly, the new plan involves more than a few cutbacks. 24,600 seats, to be exact. EDS chief Ron Rittenmeyer will retire effective December 31, 2008.

How much grads earn after attending Americas most expensive colleges

How much grads earn after attending Americas fruchtwein expensive collegesHow much grads earn after attending Americas most expensive collegesCollege continues to get more expensive, especially at the top end of the scale, and its worth looking at the return on investment for that enormous cost.It turns out that many of the most expensive educations available in the USoffer modest returns in terms of post-graduation salaries.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreUsingdata from the Department of Educations College Scorecard, we found the average annual cost of attendance and median earnings for employed students 10 years after matriculation for four-year, primarily baccalaureate-granting institutions with at least 500 undergraduate students enrolled.Here are the top 20 most expensive schools in the US, according to that measure, ranked by median earnings 10 years after first attendance Bard CollegeLocationAnnandale-On-Hudson, NYAverage annual cost of attendance$66,72416thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$39,700Oberlin CollegeLocationOberlin, OHAverage annual cost of attendance$66,87014thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$40,800Sarah Lawrence CollegeLocationBronxville, NYAverage annual cost of attendance$66,64218thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$43,000Occidental CollegeLocationLos Angeles, CAAverage annual cost of attendance$67,0469thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$50,600Southern Methodist UniversityLocationDallas, TXAverage annual cost of attendance$66,88913thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$60,700Haverford CollegeLocationHaverford, PAAverage annual cost of attendance$66,64817thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$60,700New York UniversityLocationNew York, NYAverage annual cost of attendance$67,6377thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$61,900Amherst CollegeLocationAmherst, MAAverage annual cost of attendance$66,57219thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$65,000University of ChicagoLocationChicago, ILAverage annual cost of attendance$70,1001stmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$68,100Drexel UniversityLocationPhiladelphia, PAAverage annual cost of attendance$67,8215thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$68,800Northwestern UniversityLocationEvanston, ILAverage annual cost of attendance$67,8874thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$69,000Washington University in St. LouisLocationSt. Louis, MOAverage annual cost of attendance$67,7516thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$70,100University of Southern CaliforniaLocationLos Angeles, CAAverage annual cost of attendance$67,0648thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$74,000Dartmouth CollegeLocationHano ver, NHAverage annual cost of attendance$67,04410thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$75,500Yale UniversityLocationNew Haven, CTAverage annual cost of attendance$66,44520thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$83,200Columbia UniversityLocationNew York, NYAverage annual cost of attendance$69,0213rdmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$83,300Duke UniversityLocationDurham, NCAverage annual cost of attendance$67,00511thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$84,400University of PennsylvaniaLocationPhiladelphia, PAAverage annual cost of attendance$66,80015thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$85,900Harvey Mudd CollegeLocationClaremont, CAAverage annual cost of attendance$69,3552ndmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$88,800Georgetown UniversityLocationWashington, DCAverage annual cost of attendance$66,97112thmost expensive collegeMedian earnings 10 years after entry$93,500This article first appeared on Business Insider.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from jngste Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

What Job Seekers Can Learn from American Idol

What Job Seekers Can Learn from American Idol What Job Seekers Can Learn from American Idol The people who do well in the worlds biggest karaoke show might not seem to have much in common at first glance. In recent years weve had indie rockers, country singers, RB, southern rock, pop and this year we have everything from a a gay glam rocker to a church-going widower, but all these people do have one thing in common. A clear personal narrative that everyone can describe in just a few words.Each year there are many contestants who dont have a clear identity or narrative and a year later, no one even remembers their names.When I work on a clients resume, this is what I also shoot for a clear narrative for each client. Some call this personal branding, a term I dont think is helpful but which I mention because no doubt you have heard of it. But whatever you call it, the goal is the saatkorn create a resume that tells a clear story, so that the recruiter or hiring manager understands ex actly who you are.Storytelling in MarketingSeth Godin is a marketing blogger and he talks about this concept in his book All Marketers are Liars. Hes not really calling all marketing people liars the point of his book is that the best marketers craft and tell a succinct clear story about their product, one that everyone can easily understand and relate to. Unsuccessful marketers never get to this clear story instead they may tell lots of conflicting stories trying to appeal to a wide audience, or they may tell not story at all just present the consumer with a long list of product features with nothing to explain why they need to buy this particular product at this particular time. How Does This Apply to Your Resume? This is tough to do when it comes to yourself. After all, were all complex beings with lots of different personality traits, experiences and skills. How do you boil all that down to one clear and compelling message? I think you do it by spending some time identifying what makes you uniquely valuable. What is it about your particular skills, experiences and personality traits that make you different from everyone else applying for the same position. None of us are alike the key is just pinpointing your difference.For example, I am a former HR exec. Ive hired a lot of people. Im also a good writer and I have always had an innate ability to take lots of information, see the key points quickly and summarize them. So my value narrative is my combination of writing ability and real world HR experience. Other resume writers will have different narratives.Once you know what you individual narrative is, writing your resume becomes so much easier. Because now you know that you should include only the information that supports your personal narrative.

Secrets About Resume Bulder Uncovered

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Post-sporting careers - game over or career makeover

Post-sporting careers - game over or career makeover Post-sporting careers game over or career makeover?Posted October 13, 2011, by Helen Isbister When a sprinter is crossing the line first to claim Olympic gold, a cricketer is hitting a six to win the Test match or a League player is converting the winning try the last thing on their minds is what career they will pursue once their sporting prowess fades and the next generation steps in. However, professional sporting careers inevitably have shorter life spans than fruchtwein gigs and the sporting stars of today must figure out what they want to do tomorrow. Many elite athletes leverage their sporting skills and achievements to build formidable careers. They might pursue a career in commentary or coaching, or use their fame to follow a career in the media. Liz Ellis was a member of the Australian netball team from 1992 to 2007, team captain for four of those years and the countrys most capped international player. After retiring from the game, she managed to launch a successful netball career away from the court. She runs coaching clinics during school holidays, commentates for One HD and Channel 10, and continues to work closely with the sponsors who supported her when she was a player. But what many may leid know about Ellis is that she started out her career in a completely different type of court as a lawyer. Getting qualifications and experience in other fields is always a good idea and something that many sportspeople recommend. I would advise people to keep an eye on their education educate yourself as far as you can, simply because one day your sporting career will be over. My law degree is my backup and it gives me plenty of peace of mind to know its available if I need it, says Liz. A lot of girls I played with were tertiary educated, so they are physios, doctors and accountants. Certainly from my generation of players, I was the only one who made a career out of netball. A lot of the girls used the opportunity when they were playing to educate themselves and have careers outside the sport. Nick Sautner, the general manager of operations at Melbournes Telstra Dome and a budding VFL player, agrees that its a good thing not to have all your eggs in one basket. Even if an athlete is able to achieve an AFL career, I believe its still important to live a balanced life and have an interest outside of AFL, whether its study or employment, he says. Claire Mitchell-Taverner, a former Hockyroo and Olympic Gold medallist, is now devoted to helping other elite sportspeople follow their dreams. She looks after the AFL Players Associations career development program across Australia. Its a useful and beneficial program because it offers AFL players the opportunity to pursue interests outside of football, so when they decide to leave the game, they have the skills and qualifications to start a different career path. Its a crazy environment theyre in so we want to help them make the most of it, says Mitchell-Taverner. She believes her sporting background helped her become successful in the role. I played hockey for Australia, so being an experienced elite sportsperson, I understand the level of commitment involved in playing professional sports. I think this experience is a strength I bring to the job that Ive been there and done it, she says. Likewise, Sautner says his involvement with sport at a semi-professional level helped him climb the career ladder. Playing VFL football opens up opportunities for you. There is a profile associated with playing football, whether it is VFL or AFL, and it helps to build relationships with people from various industries, he says. Whether you are the centre of attention or behind the scenes, there are lots of career opportunities in the sporting world. 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