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May 2025
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Embrace Your Worth — Imperfections and All
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Hi there,
If you've ever felt like you had to be perfect before you could be seen, heard, or taken seriously — you're not alone.
Perfectionism and imposter syndrome are two of the most silent, invisible forces that hold us back. They make us shrink when we should be standing tall. They make us second-guess when we should be stepping forward. And too often, they convince us that our worth is something we still have to prove.
Your worth is not up for negotiation. Your voice doesn't need polishing before it matters.
Your power lies in showing up as you are — imperfect, human, whole.
This May, we're inviting you to break free from the impossible standards that were never yours to carry.
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May Check-In: Momentum, Meaning & the Power of Choice
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May is more than a bridge between spring and summer—it's a mirror, reflecting how we move through the world, and why:
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Labor Day (May 1):
Originally rooted in labor rights, this day reminded us that rest, recognition, and rightful compensation are still radical acts—especially for women and underrepresented professionals negotiating their worth daily.
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National Technology Day (May 11):
We celebrate innovation—and the women shaping it. At NegotiateHer, we believe in taking up space in the rooms where the future is being built, and rewriting what leadership looks like. Have a look at my recent
post on LinkedIn for #OpenDoorInnovation where I talk about the sticky floor and not just the glass ceiling.
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Mother's Day (May 12):
We honor not just mothers, but the labor of care. From managing emotional bandwidth at work to showing up for others, "soft skills" are strategic—essential for building people-first organizations.
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This month, ask yourself:
Where am I still playing small—and what would it look like to take up space with intention?
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Podcast Spotlight: Perfectionism and Imposter Syndrome
New Episode: Confronting the "You're not enough" voice
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In this episode, Apa and I confront something that holds so many of us back: the voice that whispers, "You're not enough."
Apa shares how perfectionism often sneaks up as a symptom of imposter syndrome — how the pursuit of flawlessness can sometimes silence our own power at the negotiation table. I share moments where letting go of "perfect" — showing a hand-drawn idea instead of a polished deck — led to stronger, more authentic connections.
As a little reminder? Sometimes the boldest thing you can do is simply catch yourself mid-spiral — and choose to believe in your own value, even when doubt is loud.
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"Every yes out of guilt is a no to yourself."
In our #TeaWithG series, we're talking about boundary-setting guilt — the quiet pressure to please, perform, or say yes when you mean no. Because negotiating your worth starts with knowing your own limits — and honoring them.
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Our Online Course on Strategic Career Negotiations is LIVE!
✨ We just crossed our first 100 signups — thank you!
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The best thing about this course? It's not just theory. Every framework was born from real negotiations that changed real careers — including mine and those of the women I've coached through pivotal moments.
As a gesture to our newsletter community, we're extending early bird access through May.
This course is for you if you're in your early to mid-stage career and want to build strong negotiation skills rooted in clarity, confidence, and your personal values — especially if you've ever been held back by imposter syndrome or the pressure to have it all figured out.
Inside, you'll get:
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200+ minutes of video content
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Enroll Now
If you know someone who could benefit from this online course, feel free to share the link with them too!
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From My Heart to Yours
Last week, something happened that reminded me why this work matters so deeply. A father—a senior executive who's seen it all—reached out after gifting his two daughters our course. His message was simple but powerful: "I've watched brilliant women get overlooked my entire career. I want my daughters to walk into every room knowing their worth isn't negotiable. It's their birthright."
His words hit me hard because they capture exactly what NegotiateHer is about. It's not just about money—it's about rewriting the stories we've been told about who deserves to be heard, seen, and valued.
Because of Mother's Day, I've been reflecting on how many women—mothers or not—spend years nurturing others while putting their own growth on hold. What if the most meaningful gift wasn't flowers, but investing in her ability to advocate for herself? "Flowers fade, but knowing how to stand in your power lasts a lifetime."
When you forward this email or share our resources, you're not just passing along information—you're helping someone break free from the perfectionism trap. You're saying: "You don't have to be perfect to be powerful. You just have to start."
Until next month, remember your worth,
With warmth and conviction,
Gitanjali
Chief NegotiateHer
P.S. Got a negotiation win (or work-in-progress) you want to share?
Just hit reply. We're here. We're listening.
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Stand up for yourself, and if you can stand up for others.
If you ever need us, we'll be here—no need to negotiate that. 🤍
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