As many of you may know, April is the time of the year when people across the country talk about Equal Pay Day and the wage gap. It is not a myth when we say that women are still at a disadvantage in this regard. As of 2015, women still make only 78 cents for every dollar a man makes. We’re trying to get the word out and motivate the Millennial generation to take action. So for your inspiration, we’ve gathered some of the best quotes about changing it up and #ask4more, including quotes that inspire people.

It’s time to demand equal pay for people who do the same job – join us on April 14, 2015 and take a stand against wage inequality. By observing Equal Pay Day you can understand how this issue affects yourself and your peers, while also inspiring others to #ask4more for quotes to motivate someone! Click here now to find out more.

Remember: You get what you ask for and not what you deserve.

It’s better to ask and be told ‘no’ than to not ask at all.

Chelsea Clinton

You’ve got to kick fear to the side, because the payoff is huge.

Mariska Hargitay

Life is short. Make it great. Let nothing take you down.

Sophia Bush

It’s never overreacting to ask for what you want and need.

Amy Poehler

I think success is continuing to push yourself forward.

Lena Dunham

It’s a shame to call somebody a ‘diva’ simply because they work harder than everybody else.

Jennifer Lopez

What women need now is to invest in themselves.

Maria Shriver

Take care of the people who take care of you.

Rita Wilson

When we step up for ourselves, we create opportunity.

Kerry Washington

[Related: Learning To Ask for the Pay You Deserve]

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