<p>What's the state of the gender pay gap in 2025? </p><p>In this episode Ruth Thomas discusses Payscale's 2025 Gender Pay Gap Report with Amy Stewart, Payscale's principal content strategist and author of the report. </p><p>Together, they explore the controlled and uncontrolled pay gaps, the impact of pay transparency, and the various systemic factors contributing to the gender pay gap. </p><p>Gain insights into why pay disparities persist and what organizations can do to address these inequalities.</p><p><br><strong>Key Highlights</strong></p><ul><li>Discussion on the difference between controlled and uncontrolled pay gaps and their current figures.</li><li>Examination of how pay transparency legislation is affecting gender pay gaps across different states in the U.S.</li><li>Insights into the systemic issues and historical context driving the gender pay gap, including the role of motherhood.</li><li>Analysis of specific data showing pay disparities for women of color and in various industries.</li><li>Recommendations for organizations on measures to close the gender pay gap.</li></ul><p><strong>Quotes</strong></p><ul><li>"Pay transparency legislation is showing promise in closing pay gaps, though the impact is gradual." – Amy Stewart</li><li>"The gender pay gap remains at 83 cents on the dollar for women, highlighting persistent barriers in the workforce." – Ruth Thomas</li></ul><p><strong>Resources</strong></p><ul><li>2025 Gender Pay Gap Report: <a href="https://www.payscale.com/research-and-insights/gender-pay-gap/">https://www.payscale.com/research-and-insights/gender-pay-gap/</a></li></ul>

<p>With the median company now using three salary data sources—and four or more for larger organizations—it’s clear that more data is the norm. But more doesn’t always mean better. Are you truly getting the most out of your investment in compensation data? Or just adding complexity without clarity?</p><p>In this episode, we break down what an effective compensation benchmarking strategy really looks like—and how to use multiple data sources <em>strategically</em>, not just simultaneously.</p><p>Resources: </p><ul><li><a href="https://www.payscale.com/research-and-insights/cbpr/">2025 Compensation Best Practices Report</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.payscale.com/research-and-insights/aggregate-salary-data-strengthens-job-pricing-confidence/">Quick Guide - Aggregate salary data strengthens job pricing confidence</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.payscale.com/research-and-insights/whats-the-price-of-free-salary-data/">What's the price of free salary data?</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.payscale.com/research-and-insights/why-salary-surveys-are-so-darn-popular/">Why salary surveys are so darn popular</a> </li></ul>