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Vered Levy-Ron: Salary Negotiation and Women's Careers
Vered Levy-Ron reveals how women can negotiate salaries and promotions to achieve workplace equality.
The pay gap is a reality. Vered Levy-Ron, a tech CEO and inspiring leader, shares practical advice for women seeking to negotiate promotions and salaries. Learn how to prepare, advocate for your worth, and boost your career with valuable tips.
On the videocast "Donas da Voz" (Owners of the Voice), Livia Matos welcomes Vered Levy-Ron, CEO of a multinational technology company and a role model in female leadership. In this inspiring segment, Vered addresses a crucial issue for women's empowerment: the pay gap between men and women in the same position. With practical insights and a personal perspective, she guides women on how to position themselves and negotiate to achieve the recognition and compensation they deserve.
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The Starting Point of the Disparity
Vered Levy-Ron observes that the root of the disparity begins with how men and women perceive and present themselves in the job market. Statistics show that while men apply for jobs with about 50% to 60% of the requirements met, women tend to apply only when they fulfill 95% to 100% of the demands. This difference in self-confidence and proactivity directly impacts opportunities for promotion and salary increases.
Vered herself experienced this reality early in her career, discovering she earned less than male colleagues in the same role. This experience prompted her to delve deeper into the topic and dedicate herself to mentoring women, teaching them how to negotiate their careers, next steps, and, crucially, their salaries.
Prepare for Negotiation
For Vered, a career discussion or salary negotiation is not an improvisation. It's like a "play" that requires preparation and practice. Her main advice is: come prepared.
- Know your goals: Be clear about your career objectives and what you're seeking.
- List your achievements: Document everything you've accomplished and the value you've brought to the company.
- Identify areas for improvement: Be aware of areas where you need to develop, showing proactivity.
- Practice your script: Many women get nervous in these conversations. So, rehearse what you'll say, how you'll say it, and how far you're willing to "push" the conversation. Practice brings confidence and clarity.
Key Strategies for Success
During negotiation, Vered emphasizes the importance of a clear strategy and assertive communication:
- State your position: Even if you feel you won't get the raise or promotion now, clearly state your goals and what you need to achieve for it to happen in the future. This clarity serves as a guide for both you and your manager.
- Don't talk too much: One of Vered's most important pieces of advice is to "not talk too much". Anxiety can lead us to fill silences, which can dilute the strength of your argument. Present your points concisely and await the response.
Vered Levy-Ron's tips are a powerful reminder that women's empowerment is also built through assertiveness and preparation in our professional journeys. Together, we can transform the reality of the pay gap and build a future of equity and recognition for all women in the job market.
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