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April 2025
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Owning My Voice. My Seat. My Terms.
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Hi there,
This April, I’m reflecting on a truth that’s often felt but rarely said: not every negotiation starts on equal footing. Before we even open our mouths, parts of who we are—gender, ethnicity, age—are already speaking for us.
This month, we’re digging deep into what it really takes to negotiate when the world’s assumptions weigh heavy:
Strategy. Empathy. Courage.
Because negotiating isn’t just about asking for more—it’s about making sure your voice is heard and respected.
And because these conversations deserve more than a fleeting moment, I’m thrilled to share something special launching soon — our first-ever eLearning course, created for every woman and person of color navigating the workplace.
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Launching our online course on May 1st, Labor Day
Strategic negotiations for career growth
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This course is designed for every woman and person of color navigating the workplace.
Inside, you'll get:
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100+ minutes of strategy-packed content
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Frameworks that start with your personal values (because your power begins from within)
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April’s Negotiation Insights
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What really gets in the way when identity enters the negotiation room? Here’s the truth:
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Bias isn’t just external:
Internalised doubt sneaks in when you least expect it. Naming it is the first step to disarming it.
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Self-awareness is your starting point:
Know exactly what you’re asking for—and why you deserve it.
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Tone, timing, terms:
These aren’t “soft skills.” They’re your sharpest negotiation tools. Wield them deliberately.
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April Check-In: Renewal, Power & Purpose
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April is about reflection—and reclamation:
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Easter (April 20):
Last Sunday's Easter celebrations were a reminder that rebirth isn’t just spiritual; it’s professional too.
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Earth Day (April 22):
Sustainability isn’t only about the planet. It’s about building careers that let you thrive, not just survive.
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This month, ask yourself:
What am I ready to release—and what power am I ready to reclaim?
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Podcast Drop: Why NegotiateHer Exists
New Episode: "Gender, Ethnicity & Age in Negotiation"
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In our first-ever podcast episode, I sit down with Apa Gupta to share lessons from my 25-year consulting career—and talk about how identity shapes every conversation at the table:
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Why women and professionals of colour hesitate to make the ask
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How to flip the script with data, self‑belief, and quiet power
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Negotiation Tip: The Power of Silence
— and why holding your pause can shift the room.
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From Me to You
Every story you share, every negotiation you step into, keeps this movement alive. If someone in your life is navigating a tough ask, forward them this email—or tell them about NegotiateHer. You never know the ripple effect you might start.
Until next time,
With kindness and strategy,
Gitanjali
Chief NegotiateHer
P.S. Want to share your negotiation win—or challenge?
Just hit reply. We’re here. We’re listening.
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