I grew up very poor. No one had money. Anything done for another was free. Drug addict parents, no guidance, lived on gov assistance. I only mention the last part to say that for the first 30 years of life I was a headcase.
At 37 I’ve dedicated much my life to a skill and know im better than most in my field but still earn little.
I’ve started a business that failed due to my shame in charging market price.
I’m now in an “intrepreneur” position where I’m #2 at my job but make about $140k less a year than the #1 guy. When he’s absent I’m the one filling his role.
I feel shame in demanding money.
Does anyone have a book or something to help flip the switch? #business source