4 Steps for Your Next Salary Negotiation
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by Jessica Dowches-Wheeler
2y ago
I’m a master asker. Maybe that’s why I was called “entitled” when I attempted to negotiate my first contract as a new hospital employee. And arrogant, and selfish another time I asked, this time in a much higher position. Leaders don’t expect women to negotiate, and when they do, we’re met with that double-bind of being liked and respected at work. They liked me before I asked for more, but now, they think I’m entitled. Well, I am entitled. I’m entitled to being heard. I’m entitled to being paid for the value I’m bringing to this organization. And I’m entitled to fair and equitable treatment a ..read more
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How to Trust Your Intuition
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by Jessica Dowches-Wheeler
2y ago
As a leader, whether in a corporate setting or in your own business, you’re constantly making decisions. You have to decide on the best candidate for your open role, how much to charge for your services, whether to continue with a project or put it on hold. Not to mention the decisions you make when it comes to your personal life. (My least favorite is, “what’s for dinner?”) Society prioritizes rational thinking, pragmatism, and data-driven decisions. And while I believe there is certainly a place for the “hard” information, this way of thinking leads women to believe we have to make the perfe ..read more
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3 Essential Leadership Skills for Women
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by Jessica Dowches-Wheeler
2y ago
Have you ever been told you’re bossy? Aggressive? Too much? What about too emotional? You’re too nice? Do you struggle to find the balance between being respected and liked at work? Do you struggle to find balance at all? If you’re like most women, you likely said yes to any (or all) of the above questions. And let’s face it: this double-edged sword of trying to hide our feminine strengths to fit into a masculine work environment is holding women back. Women are asking for raises and getting promotions at the same rate as men, yet we have a long way to go to close the gender gap. We need a new ..read more
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How to #BeatTheBias this International Women’s Day
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by Jessica Dowches-Wheeler
2y ago
This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is #BeatTheBias. Unconscious bias is a way our brains process information. We create mental shortcuts as we process information, and unconscious bias is a way to aid in decision-making. This rapid processing leads to learned assumptions, beliefs, or attitudes that can reinforce stereotypes and judgements about different groups of people. And let’s be clear: we all do this. Unconscious bias is also a contributing factor to the gender pay gap. The World Economic Forum projects the gender gap (in both leadership and in pay) to close in 267 years. Th ..read more
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Failing Fast: Why Making Mistakes is the Quickest Way to Grow
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by Jessica Dowches-Wheeler
2y ago
Making mistakes is a natural part of life, so why do women work so hard to prevent them from happening in the first place? You double or triple check every email, report, data set, or article before submitting it, because you would be mortified if your document contained typos or incorrect information. You avoid taking a leap (or even a single step) outside your comfort zone, because you might fall, get hurt, or create some other disaster. You feel like you have to be 100% qualified for a job before you apply for it, because if you don’t know everything there is to know, they’ll regret hiring ..read more
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Why You Need a Mentor This Year (and How to Find One)
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by Jessica Dowches-Wheeler
2y ago
There’s a new gender gap in town, and this time, women are leading the way. The Great Resignation and Great Re-Evaluation are causing women to rethink their careers in bigger ways. According to Gusto, a payroll software provider, the quit rate hit its widest gender gap in August 2021, with women quitting at a rate 1.1 percentage points higher than men. And, in a recent Qualtrics survey, 63% of women said they intended to stay at their company, which was down from 71% in 2021. While some women are quitting their jobs for better opportunities, more flexibility, and higher pay, other women are qu ..read more
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How to Turn Your Strengths and Passions into a Thriving Business
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by Jessica Dowches-Wheeler
2y ago
You know you have the talent and the skills to run a business based on your passions and expertise, and it’s been on your mind for years. But... when it comes down to starting that business? You’re stuck in analysis paralysis, wondering what you need to do first (or next) to get your business up and running. You're procrastinating, waiting for the "right" time, or for the "right" offer to come to you. You're wondering if you really have what it takes to be your own boss. Thinking about all the things you need to do (and learn) to start your business? It just seems nearly impossible. You see ot ..read more
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5 Must-Read Books to Kick Off the New Year
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by Jessica Dowches-Wheeler
2y ago
You know that feeling when you flip the page to a new chapter, or the smell of a used book, that can instantly transport you to a different world? I love that feeling! That’s why I’m Team Physical Book all the way. There’s something so satisfying about closing the book at the end of a great reading sesh, especially if you’ve had an ah-ha moment or learned something important. Whether you’re Team Kindle or you love having a real book in your hand, reading is an incredible way to flex your mental muscle. I also love sharing what I’ve learned in books with others – for better or worse, you benefi ..read more
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How to Complete Your Year in Review
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by Jessica Dowches-Wheeler
2y ago
It’s that time of year again! You know, that end-of-the-year bustle where in between holiday shopping, too many desserts, and in person or virtual family gatherings, you realize you haven’t achieved half of what you set out to do. You look at your vision board or planner and sigh, wondering if you’ll ever reach your ideal weight, ideal income, or ideal relationship goals.  After another challenging year, it’s easy to jump to the negatives – the things you haven’t completed, forgot to do, or messed up. Luckily, this is the time of year where any day can be a fresh start. Where you can drea ..read more
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How to Confidently Put Yourself Out There – Even When You Want to Give Up
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by Jessica Dowches-Wheeler
2y ago
As a business owner, putting yourself out there is part of the territory. And when you put yourself out there as a business owner, a lot of feelings can come up. You might not feel good enough, or you might think “who am I to do this?” When you talk about your services, put out a new blog or social media post, or any kind of marketing in general, you’re putting yourself out there. You’re putting that line in the sand and saying, “I’m out there now,” when you launch your website or Instagram account. When you start posting about the topics you’re an expert in, or the topics you’re passionate ab ..read more
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