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4 - Wednesday, October 19, 2022 - Women In Business - Red Bluff Daily News How to navigate a salary negotiation Women are vital compo- nents of the global workforce. Despite the contributions of women, Pew Research Center's analysis of median hourly wages of both full- and part-time workers indi- cates that women earn less than their male counterparts - even when they're doing the same work and have the same educational backgrounds. e gender gap has re- mained relatively stable in the United States over the last 15 years, with women earn- ing 84 percent of what men earned in 2020. Estimates in- dicate it would take a woman an extra 42 days of work to earn as much as a male col- league. Salary negotiations can be intimidating for any em- ployee. But for women al- ready at an earnings deficit, such negotiations can be even more difficult. Here are some tips to make salary negotia- tions go more smoothly. Speak up It would seem that any promotion would automat- ically come with a pay raise, but this is not always the case. When the time comes to con- sider taking a promotion, it is important to have a sal- ary number in mind. Saying nothing may not earn you a raise, or your boss may not give you what you believe you deserve. Do your research Some jobs come with a standard pay rate across the board. ese include gov- ernment and civil service jobs, union jobs, or hourly positions. However, you can determine if a job is nego- tiable by researching data on sites such as Payscale and Glassdoor to figure out what positions are worth. Arming yourself with information makes you ready to present data supporting your salary demands. Don't be afraid to ask Even if an offer seems ac- ceptable, it is alright to ask for more money, according to e Balance: Careers. A com- pany may actually increase the base pay or offer other perks such as larger bonuses, stock options or full 401(k) matching. Avoid "Imposter syndrome" oughts, beliefs and feelings can hold you back, especially when it comes to salary negotiations. Most professionals at some point in time experience what's of- ten referred to as "Imposter syndrome." is is a name given by a team of psychol- ogists in 1978 that referred to people who had difficulty acknowledging their achieve- ments, although their peers respected them. Doubting capabilities, worrying about someone calling your skills "fake" or discounting your achievements are symptoms of imposter syndrome. Com- paring yourself to others - es- pecially those who are more advanced - may lead to un- easiness as well. Focus more positively on what you do at work and be proud of what you have achieved. is will help you sit more confidently in front of employers negoti- ating for your benefit. Workers need to advocate for themselves and ask for salaries they believe are com- mensurate with their skill levels and positions. It can be daunting to negotiate for a better salary, but there are many ways to simplify such negotiations. 365 So. Main, Red Bluff (530) 527-2720 Lariat Bowl has been "home" to many friends, family, and the community since 1958. In 1963, my dad's passion for bowling launched the Penne's into a family business we are proud to share with the Tehama County Community. Our current crew of 13, 85% of whom are women, provide excellent customer service at the service desk, food and beverage counters, party planning and hosting, and mechanical duties. We have bowling, miniature golf, pool, arcade, food, and adult beverages. Leagues, casual bowling, family or business gatherings, and birthday celebrations are all available at our family recreation center. We are ready for you to come enjoy year round family fun for all ages and abilities! Yours for bowling fun, Susan McFadyen www.LariatBowl.com Dr. Barriga and Dr. Grewal, along with their team provide comprehensive eye examinations for adults and children, as well as treatment of medical eye problems such as dry eye, allergies, blurred vision, and eye injuries. We also provide eye health evaluations for diabetes, glaucoma, high blood pressure, cataracts and high-risk medications. Our office specializes in fitting the perfect pair of glasses. We have a large selection of designer frames in our boutique and an experienced and friendly staff to help you with your choices. In addition, Dr. Barriga and Dr. Grewal are happy to fit and prescribe contact lenses for all ages; from youngsters to mature adults. We accept most major insurances including Medicare, Blue Cross, Blue Shield and many others. Please call 530.527.9242 to schedule an appointment for you and your family members today. We are open for business Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. You can also visit our web site at www.redbluffvision.com Quality Eye Care, Quality Eyewear Red Bluff Vision Center An Optometric Practice Your Full Service Eye Care Professionals Dr. Aurora V. Barriga Optometrist Dr. Jaskiran K. Grewal Optometrist 715 Jackson Street, Suite A Red Bluff, CA 96080 (530) 527-9242

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