On a Mission to Close the Gender Pay Gap: Meggie Palmer, Founder, PepTalkHer

Today I am joined by a woman with an incredible mission — Meggie Palmer! Meggie’s mission is to close the gender pay gap and leadership gap.   Meggie is a speaker, journalist, and the founder and CEO of PepTalkHer; an incredible organization that is empowering women all around the globe. They run corporate programming to help with learning and development training, helping women supercharge their careers through online courses, and more. They also have an amazing app that helps female entrepreneurs track success, build confidence, and better negotiate. Throughout her career, Meggie has worked for the likes of Vogue, Forbes, Marie Claire, BBC World, CNBC, Dateline, and NBC — just to name a few!   In today’s conversation, Meggie addresses the gender pay gap, what causes it, and what we can do about it. She shares personal stories from her own career, the key challenges she has overcome, the lessons she has learned, and enlightening moments of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome. Meggie also gives advice around social media (and not let it negatively impact your psyche), how to become aware of imposter syndrome (in both yourself and others), and how to take courageous leaps of faith in your career.   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today’s episode with Meggie Palmer! [1:40] Welcoming Meggie to the podcast. [1:50] What Meggie is doing now, what brought her to the place she is today, and why she transitioned from a career in journalism to entrepreneurship. [5:08] The impact of the gender pay gap and what causes it. [8:13] How Meggie’s app, PepTalkHer, addresses the gender pay gap and helps aid women in having these difficult conversations around pay and gender bias. [13:25] Meggie outlines the best way to address these issues around the gender pay gap. [17:35] Meggie shares a personal story on her experience with imposter syndrome and it was an enlightening moment in overcoming self-doubts. [25:00] The rise of social media and the impact it has on comparing yourself to others. [26:03] From journalism to entrepreneurship from an employee to an employer and leader. [29:40] Meggie’s advice on how to combat negative self-talk. [32:55] How to stay top of mind in your company’s management or leadership through the method of the ‘FYI only’ email. [36:16] Why it is important to be aware of imposter syndrome (even if you don’t experience it yourself). [37:17] Meggie highlights other important aspects of imposter syndrome. [38:23] Skills and competencies that Meggie has developed as an entrepreneur, a leader, and an advocate for the people that she’s seeking to serve. [43:20] Meggie’s words of wisdom and encouragement for listeners of Fifth Dimensional Leadership. [45:58] Thanking Meggie for joining the podcast!   Mentioned in this Episode: Meggie Palmer PepTalkHer Career Level Up | PepTalkHer 16Personalities Gallup StrengthsFinder   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube