Too often, the approach women are taught is based on outdated models—confrontation, brinksmanship, and posturing.

Because the win isn’t just about getting a “yes.” It’s about learning to advocate for yourself in a way that feels grounded, genuine, and generative—even if the answer is “no.”

If getting better paid and promoted were simply based on being excellent at what you do, you'd have been a millionaire CXO years ago.

So why shouldn't you be paid at the top of the pay range? 

I turned away a prospective client today. She’s someone who’d fit my “best fit client” profile (if you’d excuse the marketing speak). Smart, competent, promoted in the STEM field. A potential feminist hero 🦸‍♀️!