Rapper Nicki Minaj is often marginalized for her body and racy lyrics with praise for her intellect lagging far behind. The 33-year-old mogul is featured in TIME’s ‘100 Most Influential People’ and makes no qualms about commanding equal pay from her counterparts.
I think women have the tendency to feel that they shouldn’t ask to be compensated as much a man doing the same exact thing. If you know you’re great at what you do, don’t ever be ashamed to ask for the top dollar in your field,”
Minaj said.
Recently at my event, #GirlsWriteIn: BeYourOwnYonce I echoed similar sentiments to my guests. “Get thine coin.” Monetize your talents, beloveds.