This is an industry rife with racism, sexism and homophobia. It is so closely woven into the fabric of the business that we have become snowblind to the glaring injustices happening every day.
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What's wrong with trying hard and showing up and being good at your job? We really need to look at ourselves and say we need to reevaluate this. We need to reevaluate that women who ask for a pay raise or ask for a promotion - it's actually an okay thing. It's okay to be ambitious; it's okay to be over-prepared.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Ambition and preparation are crucial for success, and women should not hesitate to seek advancement.
In this quote, Jessica Chastain emphasizes the importance of ambition and preparedness in one's career, particularly for women. She challenges societal norms that make it difficult for women to advocate for themselves when seeking raises or promotions, arguing that it is perfectly acceptable to be ambitious and request what one deserves in the workplace.
Themes
AmbitionWomenCareerPay RaiseConfidence
In practice
Example use cases
In a meeting discussing gender equality in the workplace, one could use this quote to highlight women's ambitions.
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