The Diana Initiative 2022

You aced the interview and the hiring manager offered a salary but it was less than what you expected! Do you accept it, do you ask for more or do you decline it? According to research, women make 82 cents for every dollar earned by a man and the gap is even wider for women of color, LGBTQ and other underrepresented groups. The pandemic hit the economy hard and many women left the workforce. Unfortunately in some industries, taking a leave of absence or paternity leave negatively impacts opportunities into leadership positions and salary because it reduces the # of years when calculating experience. Will the gender pay gap widen as a result of the pandemic? The solution to closing the gap is to create a transparent culture and provide visibility to employees however it is easier said than done. Whether you’ve recently graduated or you are returning back to the workforce, or if you are considering your next move, negotiating what your next job offer, promotion, benefits and pay is important. In this session attendees will learn:
1- Why it is important to know your personal value
2- Who is responsible to correct the pay gap
3- When to negotiate and when to turn down an offer
4- Where to find resources so you know what you’re worth
5- What you can apply through 4 simple tips on negotiation strategies and tactics