167: Negotiating As a Black Woman and Negotiating in the Face of Racism

Today, deep-rooted issues such as racism and the gender wage gap continue to plague our society. Individuals, communities, and entire nations are affected by these complex and interconnected problems. Racism's pervasive presence denies equal opportunities, perpetuates discrimination, and limits the advancement of marginalized groups.   In today's episode, your host, Cindy Watson, will have the honor of speaking with the remarkable Dr. Thandi Myeni. Dr. Thandi is a remarkable individual who embodies the essence of resilience and empowerment. As a Harvard-educated surgeon, she has achieved remarkable success in her field, all while navigating the unique challenges that a Black woman faces. Dr. Myeni's journey is defined not only by her medical expertise, but also by her unwavering commitment as a mother and her desire to inspire others to overcome adversity.   Dr. Thandi Myeni has emerged as a transformative speaker, visionary, entrepreneur, thought-provoking author, and coach. She has become a symbol of hope for those who face racism and discrimination in their personal and professional lives. Dr. Thandi's dynamic approach and expertise as a "bounce-backologist" enable individuals to navigate the complexities of negotiating racism, particularly for Black women. In this episode, you will learn:   What role does gender play in negotiation? How to deal with gender wage gap How to find mentors and allies Negotiating your salary How to handle overt and subtle discrimination And many more!   Get a pad and pen ready and re-listen as Cindy and Dr. Thandi discusses "Negotiating As a Black Woman and Negotiating in the Face of Racism."   More about Dr. Thandi: Website: https://thandimd.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/drthandimyeni/ IG: www.instagram.com/tmyeni/   If you're looking to up-level your negotiation skills, I have everything from online to group to my signature one-on-one mastermind & VIP experiences available to help you better leverage your innate power to get more of what you want and deserve in life. Check out our website at www.artoffemininenegotiation.com if that sounds interesting to you.   Get Cindy's book here: Amazon   https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1   EBook   https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1   Barnes and Noble   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-art-of-feminine-negotiation-cindy-watson/1141499614?ean=9781631959776   CONNECT WITH CINDY: Website: www.womenonpurpose.ca Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/womenonpurposecommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenonpurposecoaching/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thecindywatson Show: https://www.womenonpurpose.ca/media/podcast-2/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/womenonpurpose1 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@hersuasion Email:  [email protected]