This Is Uncomfortable Wait, I think I’m being underpaid
Sep 5, 2024
Nikki Massie, an advocate for fair pay, shares her shocking realization of being underpaid after a decade at her company. She explores the emotional journey of discovering potential salary inequities and reflects on the importance of self-advocacy in the workplace. Nikki discusses the struggles women, particularly women of color, face regarding wage disparities and the anxiety that surrounds salary negotiations. Through her story, she emphasizes the necessity of open communication about compensation and the empowerment that comes with valuing one's worth.
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Nikki's Salary Shock
- Nikki discovered her salary was at the very bottom of her pay grade during a remote all-staff meeting.
- She was shocked and questioned how she'd been paid so little despite her years of experience and promotions.
Nikki Advocates for Herself
- Nikki spoke with her supervisor about her low salary after the meeting.
- Her supervisor admitted she hadn't noticed the pay disparity but agreed Nikki deserved better pay.
Workplace Is Not Family
- Nikki realized that her job is not a family despite the workplace culture.
- She felt betrayed when she discovered the pay discrepancy after believing in the organization's familial environment.