Most people leave money on the table during salary negotiations — especially mid-career women. You don't have to. In today's episode, I sit down with John Gates, founder of the Salary Coach Academy and author of Act Your Wage, to show you how to safely and smartly negotiate your next job offer. We break down: The biggest fears women face in salary talks (and how to handle them) How to answer the dreaded "What's your salary requirement?" question without losing leverage Why your real power begins after the offer is made What recruiters and hiring managers are really thinking behind the scenes Practical, low-risk negotiation moves that protect relationships — and your paycheck If you're navigating a career move, don't settle. Book a 1:1 complimentary call to make sure your next offer is your best one. https://calendly.com/dorothy-negotiate1/discovery-call 🔔 Subscribe for more career strategies designed for mid-career women achieve the best compensation package in the market. #executivecoach #salarynegotiation #jobsearchtips #careertransition #womeninleadership Brand confidently on LinkedIn: Free Linkedin Profile Optimization Secure an extra $10,000 - $50,000 in yearly compensation with this free training! Salary Negotiation Training (It's Free!) Connect with me: WEBSITE: https://www.dorothymashburn.com LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/dorothy-mashburn X: https:/twitter.com/DMASH_Negotiate INSTAGRAM: https:/www.instagram.com/dorothymashburn.negotiator FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/dmashburn TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@dorothymashburn YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/DorothyMashburn