By now, it’s no secret that women earn less than men. There is still such a thing as a wage gap. However, did you know that one of the most common reasons for women earning less than men is that women are less likely to negotiate their salaries or ask for raises? While there is nothing wrong with getting “your foot in the door”, there is much to be said about being paid what you’re worth, and how to get to that point. So here are 4 ways women can negotiate a higher salary.

How Women Can Negotiate a Higher Salary

This post has been written by our amazing staff writer, Kimberly Studdard.

1) Don’t Be Afraid of Rejection

One way women can negotiate a higher salary is to not be afraid of rejection. You may not always get a raise or your requested salary on the first try, especially . . . → Read More: How Women Can Negotiate A Higher Salary