Free Salary Negotiation Meet Up - this Wednesday, August 14!

Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/11/2019 - 3:46pm
Event Date: 
August 14, 2019 - 3:30pm
By Caroline Punches, President, AAUW Capital (NV) Branch

Are YOU paid what you are worth? Do you know how to negotiate for a salary that is commensurate with your skills and expertise? If your answer is no, then you should attend AAUW’s free meet-up this Wednesday, August 14th.

AAUW Work Smart is a highly effective workshop that builds the skills and confidence women need to successfully negotiate for salary and benefits for the rest of their careers. This meet-up will allow participants to access AAUW’s Work Smart online program with facilitators available to answer your questions.

"The AAUW Capital Branch is an advocate for equity for women and girls," said Caroline Punches, President. "Providing this free AAUW Work Smart workshop is an important step toward women gaining confidence to negotiate for their financial futures.”

WHAT AAUW’S free Salary Negotiation Meet Up

WHO: Women interested in learning how to get the salary you deserve
(Note: the target audience is women, but men can attend )

WHEN: Wednesday, August 14TH 3:30 – 5:30pm

WHERE: WNC Library, Carson Campus, 2201 College Parkway, Carson City

RSVP: For more information and to sign up contact:
Jennifer Verive, jenniferverive@yahoo.com

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