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Fair Compensation

Negotiating fair compensation can be challenging, especially when balancing workload and personal commitments. Jordan Harbinger and Gabriel Mizrahi discuss strategies for approaching this delicate topic, emphasizing the importance of setting expectations early. They share insights from executive coach Michelle Tillis Lederman, who advises starting the conversation about salary adjustments before taking maternity leave to avoid appearing entitled upon return 1. Michelle suggests framing the discussion around the value you bring to the company and comparing your role to higher-paid peers 2.

Approach this first by setting expectations, which starts with a conversation now about the plan for maternity leave, how you can stay involved, how you can keep supporting the team from a distance, and what you can expect in return.

--- Jordan Harbinger

This proactive approach helps ensure a smoother negotiation process and demonstrates your commitment to the organization.

   

Professional Boundaries

Balancing professional and personal boundaries is crucial, especially when dealing with significant workload. Gabriel Mizrahi reads a letter from a listener who has become indispensable at her consulting firm but faces pay disparity compared to her colleagues 3. The listener plans to negotiate her salary to reflect her contributions while transitioning to part-time work after maternity leave. Jordan Harbinger and Gabriel highlight the importance of clear communication and leveraging one's proven value to the company.

I've been told on multiple occasions that I've basically become irreplaceable and that the company is impressed with how quickly I adapted and continue to improve in my work.

--- Gabriel Mizrahi

They also recommend resources like Michelle Tillis Lederman's newsletter, Connected Leadership, for further guidance on career growth and effective negotiation strategies 4.