Alexandra Carter

About

𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 is a powerhouse in negotiation and a trusted media voice on pay equity and career advancement. She is the Everett B. Birch Innovative Teaching Clinical Professor of Law and the Director of the Mediation Clinic at Columbia Law School. She’s also the best-selling author of 𝘼𝙨𝙠 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙈𝙤𝙧𝙚: 𝙏𝙚𝙣 𝙌𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙉𝙚𝙜𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝘼𝙣𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜, Alex has empowered thousands—from UN diplomats to Silicon Valley executives and Fortune 500 leaders—with the skills to negotiate boldly and effectively. An instant Wall Street Journal Business bestseller, Ask for More, made history as the first negotiation book by a solo female author to earn a place on that prestigious list. Her TEDx Talk, “How to Ask for More—and Get It” was designated as an Editor’s Pick and later promoted to TED.com, where it has captivated over 1.5 million viewers globally. The talk drives home her mission of empowering people to ask for more, get what they deserve, and own every negotiation with confidence. Known for her bold perspective and practical wisdom, Professor Carter is a respected authority on negotiation and pay equity appearing on Good Morning America, MSNBC’s Morning Joe and MSNBC Live, Hardball with Chris Matthews, the CBS Early Show, and NPR Marketplace. She is a contributor for NBC News’ Know Your Value, where she challenges professionals to elevate their game and empowers women to reach their full potential. At Columbia Law School, where she received the university's highest teaching honor—the Presidential Award for Outstanding Teaching—Professor Carter translates legal theory into: ✅ Powerful negotiation strategies ✅ Preparing students and professionals for high-stakes conversations In all of her work, Alex blends wit with wisdom, reminding us that negotiation is not just about asking for more—it’s about knowing your worth and ensuring the world knows it too.