Thought Leadership

Written by: Jillian Climie Compensation negotiation is such a fascinating, and often mysterious, process. Some people just seem to get it. They know what to ask for, how to position their requests, and when to push back. Others, equally capable and deserving, feel completely in the dark. Throughout my career working in-house on compensation teams and now supporting women in negotiating, I’ve seen these knowledge gaps play out time and time again. They often seem to follow lin

Written By: Jillian Climie. Equity compensation can be one of the most valuable parts of a job offer, but also one of the hardest to understand. Between different types, vesting schedules, grant cadences, expiry dates, and unique program structures, it’s a lot to navigate. If you’re joining a new company and equity is part of your package, here are 10 key questions to ask before signing on. 1. What is the grant date dollar value? Oftentimes if you’re being granted restricted

Written By: Jillian Climie. At The Thoughtful Co, we’ve been hearing a lot of fear around salary negotiations lately. With economic...

Written by: Sophie Warwick One of the most common questions we get in our workshops is, “Where can I find reliable market data?” Finding...

Written by: Sophie Warwick Are you uncomfortable discussing your compensation with your loved ones? Many of us feel a strong sense of...

Written By: Jillian Climie. When I support clients in the nonprofit sector with negotiating their pay, I often hear the same thing:...