Money Matters: become a badass salary negotiator

BECOME A BADASS NEGOTIATOR

‍

Layoffs, shrinking equity valuations, and AI advancements reshape how companies hire and pay employees.

You must align your expectations with this new reality while staying strategic about your long-term career goals.

‍

By framing negotiation as a collaborative process, you can confidently advocate for yourself and leave the table feeling satisfied with the outcome.

‍

Three salary negotiation tips:

• Understand components: Break down offers into their parts and assess how they align with your priorities. What are your must-haves, nice-to-haves, and non-negotiables —cash, equity, title, flexibility, or growth potential?

‍

• Leverage data: Understand your value and the constraints of the company’s budget. Present rational arguments backed by data while maintaining a collaborative tone. (popular salary data resources are Glassdoor.com, Salary.com carta.com/friend/, and levels.fyi)

‍

• ‍Shift your mindset: Stay calm, positive, and focused on shared goals. Approach it as an opportunity to clarify expectations and build alignment.

‍

‍

‍

For additional insights on salary negotiation and corporate compensation practices, tune into this Women’s Career Series panel discussion with Kaitlin Knopp, founder of Pequity (33 mins).

‍

Sign up for our weekly -minute clinics: How to be a badass salary negotiator, where we cover how to evaluate complex offers (stock options, RSUs, and bonus structures) and understand key financials and market data.

OR book a customized offer evaluation and customized salary negotiation call with Terry.

‍