In this episode of the Pink Tax Podcast, Chantal of Knitatude shares her journey from learning to knit to building a successful business. She shares the challenges of pricing handmade goods, the importance of valuing your time, and the role of crafting in personal and financial independence. Chantal also discusses her supportive relationship with her husband, the influence of gender norms, and her experiences of going viral on social media.

Chantal is the purple-haired, potty-mouthed knitwear designer and owner behind Knitatude. With a specialty in writing beginner-friendly, modern and size-inclusive patterns that fit, she makes designs that are meant to boost your confidence as you continue your knitting journey. If she’s not knitting, you can usually find her cuddling up with her two weiner dogs (Ashley Spinelli and Kurt Russel), devouring a romance novel or being loved on by her hubby, Todd. You can find her and her other designs on Ravelry and Knitatude.ca, and can find her on social platforms like Instagram and Facebook through the name Knitatude.

Grab a copy of her book: https://www.knitatude.ca/sweatersuccess

Bonuses from this episode:

• 50% off one of Chantal's patterns, available on her website, using the code THEPINKTAX
• Free access to the course 'Going Viral: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly' https://little-glitter-209.myflodesk.com/g7tuntq1yw

Pink Tax Resources:

- The Wealthy(HER) Conference: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/her

- Financial Fitness Checklist: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/checklist

- Financial Feminism IQ Test: https://janinerogan.outgrow.us/janinerogan-5

- The Pink Tax Book: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/book

- Template Vault: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/product-page/the-template-vault

Connect with The Pink Tax Podcast

IG: https://www.instagram.com/pinktaxshow

Connect with Chantal

IG: www.instagram.com/knitatude

FB: www.facebook.com/knitatude

TT: www.tiktok.com/@knitatude

YT: https://youtube.com/@knitatude?si=I-VfHsIICpEhdWqN

In this episode of The Pink Tax Podcast, we speak with Sarah Kaplan, a leading expert in gender and the economy. We discuss the persistent issues of gender inequality, the challenges of proving the business case for diversity, and the backlash against DEI initiatives. We need more innovative solutions to promote gender equality, and we must recognize caregiving roles in leadership. We also dove deep into what meritocracy is, whether or not we actually live in one and the limitations of meritocracy.

Key Takeaways:

• The business case for diversity can create unfair standards.
• Legal and social justice cases motivate change more than business cases.
• The backlash against DEI initiatives is significant and concerning.
• Organizations that embed diversity will thrive in the long run.
• Meritocracy is a myth that perpetuates inequality.
• Innovative approaches are needed to promote gender equality.
• Disclosure of pay gaps must be treated as an opportunity for learning.

Sarah Kaplan is Professor Emerita and Founding Director of the Institute for Gender and the Economy at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management. She regularly advises corporations, governments and agencies on policies related to environmental, social and governance issues such as board diversity, board governance, care work, employment, pay equity, and inclusive innovation. In recognition of her contributions, she was named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Pink Tax Podcast

00:13 Meet Sarah Kaplan: A Leader in Gender and Economy

01:31 The Journey to Gender and Economy Advocacy

03:49 Myth Busting: Gender Stereotypes in the Workplace

05:15 The Business Case for Gender Diversity

12:52 The Backlash Against DEI Initiatives

20:52 Challenging the Notion of Meritocracy

27:19 Innovating Gender Equality

33:43 The Role of Men and Masculinity

38:28 Workplace Inclusivity and Caregiving

44:30 The Impact of Disclosure on Gender Pay Gap

50:37 Research Interventions for Gender Equality

Resources:

The Meritocracy Paradox: https://www.amazon.ca/Meritocracy-Paradox-Talent-Management-Strategies/dp/0231208421#averageCustomerReviewsAnchor

Pink Tax Resources:

- The Wealthy(HER) Conference: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/her

- Financial Fitness Checklist: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/checklist

- Financial Feminism IQ Test: https://janinerogan.outgrow.us/janinerogan-5

- The Pink Tax Book: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/book

- Template Vault: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/product-page/the-template-vault

Connect with Sarah:

Website: https://sarahkaplan.info/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahlkaplan/

Connect with The Pink Tax Podcast

IG: https://www.instagram.com/pinktaxshow

In this episode, we are looking at exactly how much it costs to be a woman. We are diving into the importance of understanding the financial challenges women face and the need to demand worth and build wealth.

If you enjoyed this episode please leave us a review and share what you loved on social media!

Takeaways

• Understanding the cost of being a woman is just the start.
• Now it's time to demand your worth and build your wealth.
• Dismantling systemic inequality is crucial for financial empowerment.
• Keep your wallet guarded and your eyes open.
• Pink should be just a color, not a tax.
• Women need to join the movement for financial equality.
• Financial literacy is essential for women.
• Sharing knowledge can empower others.
• Fighting for a world of equality is a collective effort.

Connect with The Pink Tax Podcast: instagram.com/pinktaxshow

Pink Tax Resources:

- The Wealthy(HER) Conference: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/her

- Financial Fitness Checklist: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/checklist

- Financial Feminism IQ Test: https://janinerogan.outgrow.us/janinerogan-5

- The Pink Tax Book: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/book

- Template Vault: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/product-page/the-template-vault

In this episode of the Pink Tax podcast, host Janine Rogan speaks with Amy Diehl, a leading gender equity researcher and author of 'Glass Walls.' They discuss the concept of glass walls versus glass ceilings, the invisible biases women face in the workplace, and the six primary barriers that hinder women's progress.

In their conversation, they also touch on the impact of political climates on gender equity, the role of men as allies, and the importance of creating supportive work environments. They explore the gender bias scale for women leaders and strategies for addressing salary inequity and the wage gap.

If you enjoyed this episode please leave us a review and share what you loved on social media!

Takeaways

• The Pink Tax podcast highlights the financial disparities women face.
• Glass walls represent the invisible barriers women encounter in the workplace.
• Heap eating and bro-creating are common biases women experience.
• Insufficient support is one of the most harmful barriers for women.
• Acquiescence often results from a culture of male privilege.
• The political climate has negatively impacted DEI initiatives.
• Men can be effective allies by calling out bias when they see it.
• Role incredulity affects women's authority in the workplace.
• The gender bias scale helps organizations identify and address barriers.
• Women should research fair market value to combat salary inequity.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Pink Tax Podcast

00:16 Meet Amy Deal: Gender Equity Advocate

01:42 Understanding Glass Walls vs. Glass Ceilings

04:00 Naming Bias: He-Peating and Bro-Creating

08:09 The Six Barriers Women Face in the Workplace

14:17 Political Climate and Gender Equity

20:27 Backlash and the Fight for Equality

21:51 Men as Allies in Gender Equality

26:24 Understanding Role Incredulity

31:47 The Gender Bias Scale for Women Leaders

35:04 Creating Supportive Work Environments

43:34 Addressing Salary Inequity and Empowering Women

Connect with The Pink Tax Podcast: instagram.com/pinktaxshow

Connect with Amy Diehl: https://www.instagram.com/amydiehlphd

Pink Tax Resources:

- The Wealthy(HER) Conference: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/her

- Financial Fitness Checklist: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/checklist

- Financial Feminism IQ Test: https://janinerogan.outgrow.us/janinerogan-5

- The Pink Tax Book: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/book

- Template Vault: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/product-page/the-template-vault

- Gender Bias Scale https://amy-diehl.com/gender-bias-scale/

- 30% off GLASS WALLS when ordered at https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/glass-walls-9781538170960/ with code RLFANDF30

In this episode of the Pink Tax podcast, Fotini Iconomopoulos shares her insights on negotiation, emphasizing that negotiation is a skill used in everyday life, not just in high-stakes situations. She discusses the importance of managing expectations, particularly for women, and how to navigate challenges in negotiation. Fotini highlights the significance of early salary negotiation and offers strategies for turning a 'no' into an opportunity. The conversation also covers creative negotiation tactics and the importance of asking questions to empower oneself in negotiations.

Takeaways

• Negotiation is a daily skill used in various contexts.

• Women often face challenges in negotiation due to societal expectations.

• Early salary negotiation can lead to significant long-term benefits.

• Understanding power dynamics is crucial in negotiations.

• Asking questions can help gather information and empower negotiators.

• Turning a 'no' into an opportunity is a key strategy.

• Creative solutions can enhance negotiation outcomes.

• Empathy plays a role in successful negotiations.

• Managing emotions is important during negotiations.

• Negotiation skills can lead to better relationships and career growth.

Connect with The Pink Tax Podcast: instagram.com/pinktaxshow

Connect with Fotini:

www.fotiniicon.com www.linkedin.com/in/fotiniiconomopouloshttps://www.instagram.com/fotiniicon/

Take the FREE negotiation quiz: www.fotiniicon.com/quiz

Pink Tax Resources

The Wealthy(HER) Conference: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/her

Financial Fitness Checklist: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/checklist

Financial Feminism IQ Test: https://janinerogan.outgrow.us/janinerogan-5

The Pink Tax Book: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/book

Template Vault: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/product-page/the-template-vault

Welcome back to the pink tax podcast! It's been 4 years since we've hit publish on one of these episodes, and I'm so excited to be back because we have so much to talk about!

Tune in every Monday when a new episode drops!

Resources Mentioned:

The Wealthy(HER) Conference: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/her

Financial Fitness Checklist: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/checklist

Financial Feminism IQ Test: https://janinerogan.outgrow.us/janinerogan-5

The Pink Tax Book: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/book

Template Vault: https://www.thatswealthbuilding.com/product-page/the-template-vault

We can't wait for you to hear what we've been working on!

After a 4-year hiatus, The Pink Tax Podcast is back, and we've got a lot to say!

Tune in wherever you watch or listen to your podcasts!

Episode 1 will be live on November 3rd, with a new episode every Monday!

In this weeks episode Janine and Tara take a look back over four seasons to see just how their views have changed since starting the podcast.

What started as a podcast to educate women about money has turned into such a larger conversation around how political women and money are.

Tune in to see just how socialistic Janine and Tara have become over the years and why the case for socialism in our wallets makes good financial sense.