Confidence & Compensation: What’s the Connection?

What’s the connection between confidence and compensation?

Does confidence actually affect how much we earn? Spoiler: Absolutely. This week, we’re diving into the powerful link between confidence and compensation—because how you feel and present yourself can truly impact your paycheck.

Key Takeaways:

1. Confident Women Negotiate More—and Win More
   Research shows that confident women are more likely to ask for the pay they deserve and have a higher success rate when they do. Knowing and valuing your worth is the first step.
2. Presence Impacts Perception
   The way we present ourselves—through our style, body language, and tone—can influence how others perceive our professional value. Think of confidence as your secret ingredient for being seen and heard.
3. Clear Communication = Greater Compensation
   In performance reviews or salary negotiations, confidently communicating your accomplishments helps to solidify your value.

My Story: The First Time I Asked for a Promotion

The very first time I asked for a promotion, I was beyond qualified—except for one thing: I had minimal experience in business development. They used that one factor to hold me back, and I didn’t get the promotion I believed I deserved. It was embarrassing, a true gut punch, and I wanted to cry (my manager knew it, too), but I held back the tears.

Despite the disappointment, it became a pivotal turning point in how I approached earning and asking for what I was worth.

The second time I asked? I went about it differently. I sent a detailed email laying out my achievements, my future goals, and exactly how I could contribute at a higher level. The result? A promotion and a $20,000+ raise, all from one strategic, confident request.

If you’re wondering how confidence can impact your own career, let’s keep the conversation going! Join me in our Facebook Group to share your own experiences and challenges around asking for what you’re worth.

Interested in knowing what I put in the email that got me another $20,000+ added to my salary???Email me admin@tishasburgess.com and I’ll send it your way…no gatekeeping here!

Here’s to earning what you’re worth,
Tisha