37. Why Are Wellness Leaders The Lowest Paid Specialist Leader in Hotels?

Why are wellness leaders the lowest paid specialist leaders in hotels?Have you wondered why?If we look at what factors influence the decision of benchmarking what is considered a fair salary for a particular position, there are essentially 5 key factors when it comes to specialist leaders:Education & ExperienceImpact & ResponsibilityCraftsmanship & 'Superpowers'Passion & DedicationFinancial ContributionNow, if we were to systematically work through each of these factors, we'd see that if we put our main direct-revenue generating, operations specialist leaders on the balance: Directors of Rooms, Food & Beverage and Wellness, we'd realise that wellness leaders are actually on par with their peers.Yet, wellness leaders are paid substantially less than their fellow specialist leaders!Why is that the case? What am I missing?In today's episode I unravel this topic and systematically work through each of the key factors to decipher why wellness leaders are the lowest paid specialist leader in hotels.________Are you ready to take wellness to the next level?Here are 2 ways I can help:1️⃣  WHO: Wellness directors who want to join 1% of wellness leaders📌 WHAT: The Wellness Asset AcademyA 10-week online group programme where I guide you through my 7-step ESSENCE framework. Achieve higher pay and secure a genuine seat at the hotel’s big table—so wellness is no longer the most neglected area in the hotel.→  Join the waitlist here.2️⃣  WHO: Owners of small, independent hotels with a strong wellbeing focus📌 WHAT: Asset Builder MentorshipExclusive 6-month 1:1 mentorship programme to master creating a wellness asset, build a proud team, and deliver transformative experiences for your guests.→  Become a steward of true hospitality.💡 Why work with me?I know what works with wellness and I also know what doesn’t. I’ve made the mistakes so you don’t need to – saving you thousands of dollars on bad decisions.✅ #1 best-selling author, global wellness expert ✅ 40+ projects in 20+ countries across Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific ✅ Top brands: Abadía Retuerta, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, Accor, Six Senses Resorts & Spas ✅ Interviewed over 150+ hoteliers worldwide