How Identity Has Influenced A Director Of Operations' Career At Organic Certifiers
Nicole, a Director of Operations, notes the persistent pay gap between men and women, observing that "women statistically get paid less than men for doing the same jobs." This experience led to a crucial lesson: knowing one's worth and "speak[ing] up for the fair compensation that you deserve."
Salary Negotiation, Gender Pay Gap, Workplace Advocacy, Executive Leadership, Career Advancement
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
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Nicole Davis
Director of Operations
Organic Certifiers
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
N/A
Communications
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting, Advertising, Communications & Marketing
Operations and Project Management
Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Women statistically get paid less than men for doing the same jobs.
2. Knowing your worth and speaking up for fair compensation is important.
3. Negotiating for raises is crucial for women in the workforce to achieve fair pay and compensation
Transcript
As a woman in the workforce, how has that impacted or navigated your career so far?
Definitely. It's no secret that women statistically get paid less than men for doing the same jobs. I think that may have to do with not feeling comfortable asking for those raises.
But it's really important. I've learned that you have to know your worth and really speak up for the fair compensation that you deserve.