<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>

<p>Why has the gender pay gap stalled, and what does it take for women to break into leadership? In this episode of Comp &amp; Coffee, Ruth Thomas sits down with Payscale’s Chief People Officer, Lexi Clarke, and Chief Customer Officer, Kate Peter, to explore the latest findings from the 2025 Gender Pay Gap Report. They discuss the challenges women face in leadership, the role of pay transparency, and what businesses can do to close the gap. Grab your coffee and join us for this important conversation!</p><p>Key Highlights<br>• Discussion of the persistent gender pay gap and the role of pay transparency in addressing this issue.<br>• Insights from Lexi and Kate on navigating leadership roles as women and overcoming challenges in male-dominated industries.<br>• Analysis of factors contributing to the stalling of pay gap improvements since 2022, with a focus on systemic issues and political influences.<br>• Examination of the motherhood penalty and its impact on women's career trajectories.<br>• The importance of having a "personal board of directors" and being authentic in leadership roles.</p><p>Quotes<br>• "I want to show her what strong looks like. I want to be messy in front of her and show her that you can lead authentically." – Kate Peter<br>• "You can't unsee the data once you have it, and then you want to act on it." – Ruth Thomas<br>• "Being authentic is my way of making sure I'm doing my best work." – Lexi Clarke</p><p>References<br><a href="https://www.payscale.com/research-and-insights/gender-pay-gap/">Payscale's 2025 Gender Pay Gap Report</a></p>

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