Breaking Down the Gender Disparity in Equity

Breaking Down the Gender Disparity in Equity

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The video discusses the disparity in equity compensation between men and women, highlighting that women receive only 47% of the equity compared to men. It explores the equity gap's potential to widen financial disparities more than the traditional gender pay gap. A case study illustrates the challenges women face in negotiating equity. The issue of miss leveling in startups, where job levels are misrepresented, is also addressed. The video concludes with a discussion on company efforts to address pay disparities, including the need for equity audits.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the equity gap, and how does it compare to the traditional gender pay gap?

It is the gap in annual bonuses received by men and women.

It is the difference in job titles offered to men and women.

It refers to the disparity in equity compensation between genders, potentially widening the pay gap.

It is the difference in weekly paychecks between men and women.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is negotiating equity packages particularly challenging for women?

Because equity packages are always transparent and easy to understand.

Because women are not allowed to negotiate their equity packages.

Because the negotiation process is complex and often lacks transparency.

Because men receive less equity than women.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is 'miss leveling' in the context of job offers at startups?

Offering a job with no equity package.

Offering a job at a lower level than the actual responsibilities, affecting equity and compensation.

Offering a job with a fixed salary and no negotiation.

Offering a job at a higher level than the candidate's experience.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can companies address the issue of pay disparity?

By offering the same salary to all employees regardless of role.

By reducing the number of employees to manage pay better.

By ignoring the issue and focusing on other business areas.

By conducting regular pay audits, including equity audits.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do startups' HR departments play in the issue of miss leveling?

HR departments are responsible for increasing the equity gap.

Startups often lack HR departments, contributing to miss leveling issues.

HR departments have no impact on job leveling.

HR departments ensure that all employees are leveled correctly.