Research-Based Discussion

About the Program, Schedule & FAQ

Everything you need to know about our free educational webinar series on the psychology of income growth.

About the Project

Income growth is not determined solely by changing jobs or improving qualifications. Very often internal beliefs create invisible limits: "I'm not good at asking," "more money means more responsibility," "if I ask, they'll think I'm greedy," or "I already earn more than many others."

The theory of self-efficacy (Bandura), research on growth mindset (Dweck), and studies on negotiation anxiety and imposter syndrome (Clance & Imes, with modern updates in the 2020s) demonstrate that confidence during salary negotiations strongly correlates with how individuals perceive their own value regardless of external factors.

People with higher self-confidence initiate salary discussions more often, accept initial offers less frequently, and experience less stress after negotiations.

This webinar series does not provide "perfect phrases for your boss" or strategies to manipulate employers. Instead, it focuses on how internal changes in self-perception influence willingness to discuss income, why negotiations create strong emotional reactions, and which gentle practices help develop a more balanced and confident attitude toward financial conversations.

The project is strictly educational and does not promote any products or commercial solutions.

This project does not promote any career coaching services, salary negotiation courses, financial planning tools, investment strategies, or commercial applications.

The webinar is provided for educational purposes only. The invited expert participates as a guest contributor.

educational webinar about self-esteem confidence and income psychology research

Event Format

  • 2 online sessions lasting 60–75 minutes each
  • Research-based theoretical discussion
  • Interactive participant polls
  • Simple real-time exercises
  • Recommendations for independent practice

Session Program

Two focused sessions designed to explore the psychology behind income growth and negotiation confidence.

Session 1

How Internal Beliefs Shape Income Limits

May 21, 2026 — 19:00 EET

Topics include:

  • The relationship between self-esteem and negotiation readiness
  • The role of imposter syndrome and fixed mindset in financial decisions
  • Common emotional barriers in salary discussions
Session 2

Internal Changes and Negotiations: Building Confidence Without Aggression

May 27, 2026 — 19:00 EET

Topics include:

  • Techniques for working with the inner critic before important conversations
  • Gentle ways to articulate the value of one's contribution
  • Practices for maintaining self-respect regardless of negotiation outcomes

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